River of Life

Spontaneous inspiration from the Amazon that resulted in me writing a poem in one night. These are the surprising results.

I saw the river 

And on either side

Was lush spots of flowers

Amidst the greeny leaves reflecting their light

Watered by the river 

Called the Giver of Life 

I saw the river

Roaring with all its might

There was a woody sliver

Carrying goods for good as it made its flight

Pushed by the river

Called Sustainer of Life 

I saw the river 

Struggling in its strife

A lack of filter

As we polluted this amazing sight

Taken by the river

Called Sacrifice of Life