Elevator Etiquette

It’s hard to social distance In an elevator car For just one other person Ups the ante way too far. So when another occupant Steps in, there is no doubt That I will just excuse myself By quickly stepping out. The regulars respect this, Riding solo with a mask And waiting for an empty car To not be called to task. But strangers or impatient folk Or those who doubt the facts Just waltz right in no matter how Their rider-mate reacts. At times like those, which I believe Will happen more and more, I wish, instead of 9, I lived On the 1st or 2nd floor.