Just a Cold

“It’s just a cold,” the doctor said, But every time I cough, I worry when I’m on the plane, They’ll want me to get off. “It’s just a cold,” he reassured; “You’ll have to wait it out. I’ll give you meds but you should know Their helpfulness I doubt.” “It’s just a cold – you’re lucky There’s no fever and no aches. To heal, get lots of rest and liquids – That’s just what it takes.” “It’s just a cold” is what I’m told Yet Monday I’ll be flying. I’m following the doc’s advice; I’m really really trying. For traveling has lots of stress And sickness, in addition, Despite it being “just a cold,” Will worsen that condition.