Today’s reading from The Anthropocene Hymnal is an audio recording by poet Merril D. Smith of her poem, ‘No Voice Speaks.’ A chilling reminder of the future we may face if we continue to neglect the natural world:

Featured Image by Matt Heinrichs from Pixabay

Thanks so much, Ingrid! It’s an honor to be part of this worthy project and included in this extraordinary volume. Thank you for sharing my reading.
(One l in my name.) 😀
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Oh I’m so sorry, I get so confused by double consonants (or lack of them 😅) let me check the post and amend it…doesn’t help that my spellcheck wants you to have 2 ‘ll’s for some reason!
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I understand! I’m used to people misspelling it. 😀
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😬 I’ve corrected it now – thanks for understanding 😅
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Oh, that was fast! Thank you!
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What a treat to hear Merril’s voice after reading her work in blog posts! Yes. The time for significant changes in our human behavior is now. And extrapolating from how poorly our species has responded to the challenges of COVID-19 so far, I see little likelihood that we will respond as needed to ameliorate climate change. Deep sigh.
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Thank you! I have the same fears about our response, sadly…
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Loved it, Ingrid and Merril. ❤️
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Thank you Punam 😊
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My pleasure. 😊
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“tongue-tied the town” is such a great line! Enjoyed hearing Merril! 💓
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Thanks Tricia 😊
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That line stood out for me as well.
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Hauntingly beautiful❤ Thanks for sharing Ingrid!
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You’re welcome Ishita 😊
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Wow, that is spectacular Merril and such a lovely contribution to the book. The imagery is quite remarkable! 💖🌷🌷🌷
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It is isn’t it? Thanks for visiting Cindy 🥰
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totally and you’re so welcome!💖💖💖
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How wonderful to hear Merril’s voice as she reads her poem. Wonderful project, Ingrid
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Thanks Dale 😊 I did tell her she has a lovely voice!
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Iindeed :)
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I am loving these. Thanks again, Ingrid. Now I need to start the practice of turning to the poet’s page (in the book) when I listen to their words.
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I’m pleased you’re enjoying the recordings Michele 😊
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I very much enjoyed Merrill Smith’s reading today. The message is one the world needs to hear! <3
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Thank you Cheryl, I agree!
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I so enjoy hearing a poet read her own work because I’m then able to hear her voice when I read her work and not mine.
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That’s a good point! 😊
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Thanks!
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Wonderful to hear Merril’s voice and words.
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I agree 😊
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