CV19- A personal Poem

This is a personal Poem I wrote regarding the Corona Virus. It may not be perfect, but it was a synthesis of how I felt.

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CV19

As we hope and pray for the day,

this Corona Virus clears

Will the sounds of song and laughter,
be all that fills our ears

Yes we want less death and suffering,

less sadness and less tears

For each day we listen to the news,

hoping it’s better what we hear

We worry each given day,

for those who may get sick

Watching always what we touch,

and hoping this goes away real quick

Taking steps to protect our family,

and the company that we pick

But it’s a cure that we do want,

snuffed out like a flame that’s on a wick

We look to social distance,

as a way to be more safe

And we work more now at home,

trying to find a quiet place

Firing phone calls in a barrage,

like an aircraft spewing strafe

Hoping the dogs don’t bark too much,

or the kids jump in our face

We worry about the world,

but concern for our family more

Are we doing all we can,

or should we lock and close the door

Taking steps never before taken,

wondering not what, why or for

As we attack this virus scourge,

like we are fighting in a war

Limit what you touch,

wash your hands more every day

When your near other people,

try to stay six feet away

Learn not to touch your face,

keep your hands and fingers at bay

Don’t cough just in your sleeve,

instead use a tissue to throw away

If you think you’re feeling sick,

take immediate steps to isolate

I know it may sound hard,

but this is the safest trait

Protect yourself, family and friends,

don’t just leave it all to fate

I know this may sound tough,

but I’m giving it to you straight

Let’s hope that better days,

are closer than they are far

And just spend more time at home,

not at work or in a bar

For this happened very quick,

and it hit us with a jar

But now the decisions that we make,

will best define just who we are

Use this time you spend at home,

to bond with your wife and kids

Use the time to create the things,

that before you never did

Think of your passions like a can,

as you tear open the lid

Be forceful and be strong,

face all the fears that you’ve kept hid

Don’t be scared, but be prepared,

for each day brings something new

Tell your family that you love them,

and know that they also love you too

For today the sun is shining,

and I’ll pray for me and you

Please be careful every day,

and do all that you can do

Stephen Meade

03–20–2020