The Dirty Sidewalk

A reminder for us not to litter.......far too many of us do not bother about the consequences of littering, nor do we care who is left to clean up after us......
Wandering about the town one day,
I came across a beautiful sight;
A little boy cleaning the sidewalk,
In the pale dim evening light.

I stopped and watched him for a while,
He was working with such intent;
All dirt and grime on his small hands,
For which toys and games were meant.

It did not seem to bother him though,
To clean all the dirt left behind;
He did it with a smile on his face,
He was just one of a kind.

Watching him I felt ashamed,
For some of the dirt was mine;
I went right up and got to my knees,
To help this boy so fine.

I was taught a lesson that day,
To never throw things on the ground;
Taught by someone as high as my knee,
Who left his toys and games behind.

So the next time you think of dropping,
A wrapper or bottle on the ground;
Think of the people who clean our mess,
And spread the message around.
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Published: 5/29/2009
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