Poems and Thoughts    by Frank Maurer

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Water Levels--Rising and Falling! It is now self-evident that our seas are rising, Causing potential crises throughout the world. Conversely, a critical trade route now faces impending danger, The watermark of which is facing an ever-diminishing level ; It is the almost vital drought stricken Panama Canal, Requiring masses of water each day from its supplementing lake, To service the perpetually rising and falling lock system. Smaller ships are now recruited back into service, As well as the need for the lightning of larger ships, By transporting less cargo with decreased remuneration per voyage. The daily 'prayer' with consequent action must be-- Oh, Lord, relieve us of our present fuel system, To increase the more benevolent sun and wind ! Frank Maurer 27 August 2023 0950 Hours.