In the Dark

This morning I walked in the dark.
Before, I’d not go to the park
When the sky wasn’t light;
It would give me a fright
For the pathways were lonely and stark.

But now, though, my worries do lack
The fear of a mugger attack.
It’s the foe that’s unseen
Causing mass quarantine
That I hope to keep off of my back.

Ere the sunrise, the streets are devoid
Of the crowds making me paranoid.
So I breathe in the air
While remaining aware
Of each early bird I must avoid.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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Dietrich Avatar
March 27, 2020 at 8:43 PM
Great job here, Ilene. those early birds, though, they always have to be there. Geeez.
Andresen Avatar
March 26, 2020 at 3:22 PM
- Only people with dogs are out here ... short walks in silence ... stay safe, Ilene :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Leffanta Avatar
March 26, 2020 at 1:28 PM
The coronavirus reportedly lingers on beards and pet fur, so two metres may not be enough in windy weather during your walk in the park. Our parks are closed, but golf courses are still open! At least your grandchildren can have fun with, "Grandma in the dark, Grandma in the park, hi, yo the merry oh, Grandma going stark" Aloha! Rico
Watt Avatar
March 26, 2020 at 11:02 AM
I am virus-free so I jog proudly / up and down empty streets now uncowedly / but I still carry mace / and a whistle, in case / someone coughs in my face or breathes loudly... I agree, it's great to get outdoors. Be safe out there, Ilene. Loved your write!
Bauer Avatar
March 27, 2020 at 4:40 PM
it's not fair to have a comment outshine the poem, john! just kidding - i LOVE your comment! thank you...
Rigoler Avatar
March 26, 2020 at 10:12 AM
A fun poem, perhaps, Ilene, bit its many a housewife's chronic complaints abot bathroom floors! And it's sometime worse in punlic mens rooms! Never heard of thos little target floaters for kids. / M
Rigoler Avatar
March 26, 2020 at 10:06 AM
You are courageous, Ilene, since crowds or not, the virus is still in the air. When I walk outdoors I wear a hospital face mask and keep it on until I'm in my apartment. My apartment complex is mostly elderly and not a few on already on oxygen, most from years of smoking and emphysema. / MNB
Wolf Avatar
March 25, 2020 at 7:19 PM
Like the way you used 'early bird' in the last line. Brought a wide smile to my face. Thanks, Ilene! :) :) gw
Bauer Avatar
March 27, 2020 at 4:43 PM
thank you, gershon!
Allison Avatar
March 25, 2020 at 5:14 PM
you are wise to get out before there is anyone out on the streets - we go out in the countryside it was glorious with all the golden gorse in the hedgerows and paths, everyone we saw was upbeat and smiling and we made sure we kept our distance. we have to try and carry on as best we can. we go into lockdown on friday no one can come to our Island for 21 days and they have to self isolate for that time. it will be interesting to see how they police it, stay safe:-) hugs Jan xx
Bauer Avatar
March 27, 2020 at 4:43 PM
most edicts about "sheltering in place" allow you to get outside for exercise and i'm hoping that that won't change. i'll go crazy if i can't get outside at all. ~ i loved your poem and pictures of the "golden gorse," jan...
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