Illustration of mother nature.
Like a mother who breastfeeds her child, the earth provides us with the water we need to hydrate ourselves., the sun that keeps us warm, the trees that shelter us, the air that allows us to breathe, and the food that nourishes us as sustenance, and allows us to grow.
When the land is almost deserted, and the animals dying; A new tribe of humans of all colors, classes and races will appear, which through their actions will make the earth green again. This new tribe will be known as the rainbow warriors. "
Ancient Native American prophecy.
A beautiful and comforting environment where to live, where also when inevitably the end of our days comes, he will gather us into his arms; becoming part of the earth again, just as we were at the beginning.
This we just described sounds beautiful, and we have seen it written on hundreds of social networks and blogs. We read it, we like it, we share it, and yet then we discard it.
Now, how would you feel if your own son stepped on you? What if I came to your house and threw garbage on you without just looking at you or saying “how was the day”? That the person you have given your life to cut off your arm, shave your hair, or spit smoke in your face.
Won't you cry You would feel humiliated, angry, martyred; And despite this, you would continue to give him everything, because he is your son, because you love him above all else. Despite the scorn, if I needed it, you would have a roof, a blanket, warm food, and a hug for that creature you will always love.
The sadness of mother earth
Well this is the same. Mother Earth suffers from the contempt with which her children treat her. And no, it does not punish with tsunamis, torrential rains, earthquakes, and hurricanes. Just scream. Express that it hurts. And ask "why are you doing this to me?", Just as you would as a mother.
Our role as children of the Earth
However it's never too late to get a mother's forgiveness, if our words are accompanied by actions. And here lies our most important task:
Teach our children that caring and loving are the same. That they have to be grateful for everything that is given to them. That having a home is the greatest gift, and that gifts are cared for. Teach our children to love, to give, to give back, to be generous, respectful, fair. To be great human beings.
And who knows, maybe if we do our job well, not long from now that little one in front of you now is a member of the rainbow warrior tribe.