we humans have felt
out of control
for so many revolutions of the planet
our coping skills
have evolved into chemicals
concocting poison
for every pest found bothersome
be they insects
stains
headaches
or other humans
we kill the source of our irritation
now the innocent bystander bees
are falling too dead to feed us
but never fear
after the comet comes
when every human footprint
has been filled
with fire and ash
the earth will surely shrug
clock out
now that it’s work is done
then go down to the corner bar
to have a drink with the sun