Living In the Midst of the Now

This year has changed all our lives
Covid 19 has came into full effect
so many lives lost as well as damaged
it can be in the air so hard to detect

Speaking personally it's brought calm
to still myself realise this is real
normal may never be the same again
prepare oneself for could take a long heal

Positively I've read so many books
more than I usually do, such a joy
tried to walk each day when I can
the air seems clearer, know the plan

But it's saddened me by attitudes
not taking this pandemic serious enough
the young think they can't be caught
ignoring social distance calling it bluff

No matter the rules people don't like
this is serious stuff you mustn't ignore
all of the world it's hit none escaped
looking for the key to open a door

Pray that people could just see
this is danger so make sure it's safe
one day it'll go away so obey
it makes sense to do right and agree
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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Laurie Avatar
December 1, 2020 at 9:14 PM
Hello Gordon … thankfully here in Victoria, the majority abided and it’s been 33 days without a covid case. Your poem tells it all Gordon - Lindsay
Mcconnell Avatar
December 2, 2020 at 12:51 AM
Hello Lindsay, That's great news you're keeping clear of the covid, may it always be so with you and good of you to drop in. Take care and blessings always, Gordon
Mcintosh Avatar
December 1, 2020 at 3:21 PM
Sad stuff... God help us all! We only have Him to heal and help... He is the answer. God bless you
Mcconnell Avatar
December 2, 2020 at 12:49 AM
Thanks Gina, Glad you liked it and so agree with your words. Blessings always, Gordon
De Beaulieu Avatar
December 1, 2020 at 3:18 PM
Hello Gordon McConnell, I agree the youner ones should follow the rules. By wearing a mask and washing their hands When at the mall being6 feet apart. Good rules to follow. enjoy your evening my friend.
De Beaulieu Avatar
December 2, 2020 at 10:35 AM
Hello Gordon Mcconnell, you are welcome my friend. Enjoy your day my friend.
Mcconnell Avatar
December 2, 2020 at 12:48 AM
Thanks Darlene, Glad you liked it and agreed with my sentiments.Trust you're well too, Blessings, Gordon
Cunningham Avatar
December 1, 2020 at 9:21 AM
Well said Gordon, lost track of the amount of parties and raves the police have broken up. Its a killer for sure and not over by a long shot. Hope you're well. Tom
Mcconnell Avatar
December 1, 2020 at 9:32 AM
Thanks Tom, Glad you liked it and so true all you said. We are well here, hope all is well with you, blessings always,Gordon
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