Differntial Perceptions Poem by ivor or ivor.e hogg

The stars look down indifferently.
The earth is bathed in pale moonlight.
The night is passing peacefully
or so it seems apparently.

Believers in astrology
who are convinced that they are right.
Say stars affect our destiny,
I do not see how that could be

They’re too remote, too far away
Those twinkling beacons in the night
to influence effectively
each person individually.

Astronomy, astrology
two systems which are opposite.
One proven scientifically
The other believed fervently

I accept the reality
of the bright stars I see at night
I can’t accept astrology
and offer no apology

Although you may think differently
It is your choice, you have the right.
What proof have you to offer me
which will stand up to scrutiny?

1-Sep-07