Call for Change
In the silent fading of Earth’s once radiant gleam,
Where ages ago, its brilliance was seen.
This hallowed ground housed myriad lives,
With mountains, rivers, nature thrived,
Unfolding its emerald blossoms divine.
Yet, alas, what I see now is slow decay
upon the sands, across oceans and terrain
Rivers they run dry, dying of thirst
And the lillies cry – their fate, a curse
Skies tainted with smoke, rivers gasping for air,
Plastic waste and oils, a planet in despair.
Cattles yearn to speak, cans choke their cry,
Fishes met demise, their silence a sigh.
The extremes are melting at alarming rates
Sea levels rising ,our lives at stake.
Nature cries in her destructive dances
Repent her kindness , devoid of chances.
“But what’s my impact? I’m only one,”
Seven billion asked, feeling undone.
Little by little we all must join hands
To bring about changes to save our land.
Teen’s cigarette wisps, bags of plastic by the bay,
A boy’s tossed bottle, after a gulp, lost its way.
Each type, they matter, in this complex tale,
Their actions paint the skies, make the rivers frail.
Our duty is clear, repay the earth’s grace,
Stay strong and fight the threats we face
Like little drops of water make a mighty ocean
Let us nurture the earth, protect it from erosion.
We are not alone in this enduring strive.
Each action, each step, weaves the thread of life.
The planet’s not ours, but entrusted to care
For generations to come, a wealthy share.
About the Poet
Amina Saja is a gifted Grade 12 student at the New Indian Model School in Dubai. She discovered her love for literature at a young age, supported by her parents, Mohammed Sharief and Jabira Beevi. Her passion for reading evolved into writing, where she found her own voice through poetry and storytelling.
Her literary skills have been recognized in various English and language competitions, both inter house and interschool wise. Amina’s collection of poems, including titles like “Solace In Solitude”, “Fallen Leaves”, “Womanhood”, “Daughter”, “Sujood”, “Midnight Summer Rain” and many more, reflects her unique style and emotional depth, captivating readers.
Amina aspires to fuse her love for literature with her academic pursuits, aiming to explore the boundless world of words in her future. She strongly hopes her talent, determination, and passion for the written word would leave a profound impact in the world of literature and beyond.