a confession

I have walked carelessly
upon this planet
among the many lives
throughout my life.
I have killed carelessly,
wounded and bruised,
offended and frightened
souls around me.

For all this, I confess
and repent,
but I know I am
clumsy and heavy-footed
oil and coal driven.
I don't know how to stop
and live in peace
with this planet,
among the many lives,
souls around me,
to make amends
for my carelessness.

All I can do
is to watch
my next step.