An old tree stands alone
bend towards the sun
growing into the grey sky.
A thick bark offers
protection.
Isolated -
Birds left long ago.
His faithful companion died
quietly in his arms.
No fire-red squirrel
passed his way since.
Deep-rooted in poisoned soil
and polluted water.
Despite the harm
his leaves still move
delicately with the wind.
Nature's fascinating design
fighting against decay
human's waste
is causing.
The environment is the first victim of pollution increases in air and water.