Poems and Thoughts    by Frank Maurer

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Two Approaches to Climate Change. Two older male friends had a minor verbal clash, Discussing the way we each felt about the world's future. The first travelled often, but vis a vis climate change, He said it is too late; there are millions of cars; There will be ten billion humans within this century, He will continue to travel to see friends and family 'Because one person cannot ever make a difference.' To be noted, he has no children. I, the second protagonist, felt very uncomfortable with this recounting. I have solar panels, two batteries, drive limitedly, a hybrid car, And cook with the sun, using a solar box. Most of my driving now is limited to local shopping and appointments. I try to consume good, healthy vegetables recycled, As waste, from a local store. Also noted, I have two children and grandchildren--make any difference? So, I guess I have resigned myself to realizing That the two of us are just neutralizing each other's life procedures. Even though we were each adamant, the two of us Do not at all solve the climate future, if we even wished to. OR, is there still a chance there are enough of us to make that difference? Frank Maurer 9 November 2025 1405 Hours.