Water Wise

Californians, continue to be

Water wise, or water smart.

We can save our precious commodity

If all of us will do our part.

 

"But what do you mean?" some people ask.

"What--pray tell--are you talking about?"

Certainly, you've noticed that

We're in the midst of a multi-year drought.

 

Water, water everywhere?

Not right now; levels are low.

Many places are desperate for

Much more rain and winter snow.

 

"But I've been saving water," you say.

If that's the case, then good for you.

But ask yourself, "Now, is there

Anything else that I can do?"

 

Even shorter showers maybe;

Make that part of your routine.

Low-flush toilets also help,

And fewer loads in the washing machine.

 

When brushing your teeth, washing dishes,

Or shaving don't let the water run

And run. Only use what you need.

That, dear friends, is rule number one.

 

Droughts have always occurred, of course.

And too much water can be a curse.

But weather extremes are happening,

For climate change is making things worse.

 

We MUST explore more ways to capture

And save the water that we get.

Would we benefit from having

Greater water storage? You bet!

 

Just be aware of water usage;

Unnecessary usage must stop.

Bear in mind that we cannot

Afford to waste a single drop.

 

-by Bob B (7-10-21)

Reviews

[Carlos Lorenzo Estrada]

As a Californian I am living these words proudly and doing my part. I do this because I care for everyone here. It's all about being family to all citizens, even the ones I may disagree with. Thank you for sharing this poem.

[Bob B]

Yay! I, too, am doing my best to conserve water. I am conscious of each drop I use.

[Cyprian Van Dyke]

This poem was very well written. The first poem of it's kind I recall reading at least on this site. But giving an awareness to the need to save water is always a good thing. Tyfs

[Bob B]

Especially in California, water is like gold. But the West in general is suffering in this extended drought.