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Destiny And Shame Await

By Ivor Steven
January 22, 2024
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The universe is timeless  
And the forces of nature 
Do not hear 
The Cosmic Sundial 

The stars are limitless 
Nature’s Kingdom 
Shall remain animated 

Our planet is blameless  
We are impudent 
And unrepentant 
Destiny and shame await 

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Ivor Steven

Ivor Steven was formerly an Industrial Chemist, then a Plumber, and has been writing poetry for 19 years. He has had numerous poems published in anthologies, and on-line magazines. He is an active member of the Geelong Writers Inc.(Australia), and is a team member/barista with the on-line magazine "Go Dog Go Cafe" (America).

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Latest Comments

  • Eugi
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    July 21, 2026
    What a lovely and lyrical piece, Ivor. Your words would make a great song.

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  • LC Ahl (Lucy)
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    May 4, 2026
    Great story Scarlett! Excellent delivery!

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    I loved this series. You have a gift for world building!

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    April 14, 2026
    Thank you very much for your kind words, Derrick

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    Thank you so much for visiting my poem here at CHW, Beth

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