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That huge mass
of soil
Floating on the
water
All on a sudden
Began to tree
A man who was
the god
Was behind it
He was alone
No angels were
with him
And neither was
any devil
Good for him
He was the
father
And the mother
Of that barren
land
That became
An emerald
island
That now chirps
and twitters
Runs with deer
feet
Roars in a tiger
voice
Trumpets in joy
And plays with
the sun
And the moon and
the stars
*A
little more than 30 years ago, a teenager named Jadav "Molai" Payeng
began burying seeds along a barren sandbar near his birthplace in northern
India's Assam region to grow a refuge for wildlife. Not long after, he decided
to dedicate his life to this endeavor, so he moved to the site so he could work
full-time creating a lush new forest ecosystem. Incredibly, the spot today
hosts a sprawling 1,360 acres of jungle that Payeng planted — single-handedly. Source
It's amazing what one person can do to change the world...thank you for sharing his story so finely
ReplyDeleteA beautiful tribute , may we have many people like this man and beautiful people like you to appreciate them
ReplyDeleteLove this kind of stories Sumana! Dedication at its most spectacular but remained unsung until brought out into the open. Wonderful write!
ReplyDeleteHank
How important are those take up the fight for nature on their own regardless of the foolishness of others.
ReplyDeletea very inspiring story, love what people can do.
ReplyDeleteThis story awes me, Sumana. We often think as individuals we are powerless to make much difference, and this story of Jadav disproves that fact. Makes me wonder....just where should I start! (Perhaps each of us has yet time to bury some 'seeds.')
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing the story of this remarkable man.
ReplyDeleteA very fine poem depicting Nature... love the images that you have painted through your verses! Absolutely remarkable!
ReplyDeletexoxo
To be both father and mother to a barren land is a solemn responsibility!
ReplyDeleteWhirligig Bits and Pieces
This is remarkable! Lovely tribute :)
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Very nice theme. This actually reminds me of a book I was reading to my daughter yesterday, about two kids who transform a garbage dump into a lush garden.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful legacy he leaves behind, a lush greening world. Would that more would do so. But then, we poets do as we plant our word seeds everyday. This gives me hope, thank you,
ReplyDeleteElizabeth
A fabulous tribute to this man who made the earth sing again where he lived.
ReplyDeleteDonna@LivingFromHappiness
i luv these amazing stories, enjoyed your poetic presentation. here in Trinidad there is a temple built in the sea by a man who had a dream and he accomplished this bucket full by bucket full
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http://myblog-lunchbreak.blogspot.com/2012/03/wild-fowl-trust4.html
Happy Easter
much love...
I have watched the video about this man, so humble, doing what needs doing and healing the land. He shows just how much one person can do. We need a billion of him. At least. I love the poem you wrote about him, Sumana. Nice to read about people like him in these times.
ReplyDeleteTruly an inspiration for many.
ReplyDeleteamazing one!
ReplyDeleteWow, that is incredible. I wouldn't have even thought a sandbar was capable of sustaining that. Amazing story!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, Sumana!! Proof that just one person can make a big difference! What lovely words to show gratitude for such a person. I love the imagery you've created. Thank you for sharing such an uplifting story today :)
ReplyDeleteInitially, your title made me scared but going through the entire piece I have found the intention of the man as quite adorable & inspiring. Thanks for the telling, Sumana! Happy Easter!
ReplyDeleteLet's unite our voices for these unsung heroes; This reminds me of those famous lines, " jadi tor daak sune keu na aashe, tabe akla chalo re"....so nicely penned★
ReplyDeleteWhat an inspiring read, Sumana. His dedication brings hope to all, to make a difference.
ReplyDeleteHappy Easter.
I love this. I wrote a poem about him too some time ago. How wonderful to know some people make a difference almost effortlessly.
ReplyDeleteSweet - another poem to light this day.
ReplyDeletea savor, a faith,
ReplyDeletewhat wonderful story.
what a difference one person can make. A lovely and inspiring poem.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful poem, Sumana, Just wondering, if each family had one environmental activist like Jadev!
ReplyDeleteKudos to the man... the mission and to you for bringing the truth ...
ReplyDeleteso beautifully! Inspirational lines!
Wonderful poem for an amazing person.
ReplyDeleteA wonderful story!
ReplyDeleteWhat an inspiring write! Thank you for sharing..
ReplyDeletewonderful that a few still care about the living and breathing of nature enough to lend a hand.
ReplyDeleteWe are the created and the creator...
ReplyDeleteZQ
Wow...if everyone was so dedicated....what an example for us to follow our dream...Thanks for sharing, Sumana x
ReplyDeleteso cool how some people use their gifts
ReplyDeletei love the descriptions of the island....you take us there with your words. wow at this poem. one of my favorites from you!
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome true story. It reminded of the quote: mighty oaks from little acorns grow.
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