A lively garden will shrivel and dry
An unloved heart will slowly die
A sturdy house will crumble and fall away
Directionless ideas will never see the light of day
Even savoury food will lose its taste
Unappreciated talent will go to waste
A little child will grow to be unruly
Confidence will diminish if not awarded duly
Gold will lose its glitter and gleam
Ambition without action will remain just a dream
Bright colours will lighten to a paler shade
Inspiring words with no deeds will into oblivion fade
Things we love and cherish, value and care
Will be ruined beyond repair
If we do not nurture, foster and reflect
Such is the devastating power of neglect.
