A Little Test

It’s easy to convince myself
That talking on the phone
Or via Zoom or texting
Makes me feel much less alone.

Of course, it does, to some extent
But what about the rest?
To realize it’s a fallacy,
Just try this little test:

Go visit friends or family
You’ve not seen in an age
And grab them in the biggest hug
Your body can engage.

You’ll have to then acknowledge
That long-distance love, though sweet,
When measured next to face-to-face
Just really can’t compete.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Krutsinger Avatar
July 18, 2021 at 4:13 PM
Zoom is nothing compared to this "And grab them in the big hug". Your poem is appropriate right now.
Allison Avatar
July 16, 2021 at 6:28 PM
oh so true Ilene:-) hugs Jan xx
Balasubramanian Avatar
July 16, 2021 at 11:21 AM
I completely agree. Quarantine is killing!
Leffanta Avatar
July 16, 2021 at 11:13 AM
Well said, Ilene! Quarantine has been, "culture shock" for billions accustomed to being hugged!
Merryman Avatar
July 15, 2021 at 7:07 PM
That is true! You can't hug a phone or computer screen. Well, I guess you could, but it wouldn't be the same. Blessings, Kim M
Wolf Avatar
July 15, 2021 at 6:15 PM
Oooh! Great idea! And so true! Huuggggggggggggggggggggs!
Cunningham Avatar
July 15, 2021 at 3:19 PM
So very true Ilene, zoom and facetime just don't compare with real physical contact. Tom
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