As we grapple with pollution induced climate change, it is even more important now (than it ever was in the past) for us to celebrate our planet's diversity.

The following poem by my daughter is a small reminder to us about how nature did feebly make a comeback during lockdown.

BioDiversity During Lockdown

Birds and bees, flora and fauna

Have been a revelation in times of Corona

And as we all grapple with this long lockdown

We’re watching God’s creatures walk right into town

Monkeys and leopards, sparrows and deer

Have been gracing our cities with nothing to fear

This biodiversity is core to our health

And will serve us much better than Plutus’ wealth

And just when you wonder “Oh will she get done?”

I ask for permission to go on a run