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Love and Germs

Love and germs surround us,
United by the fact
That both remain invisible
Yet cause us to react.

We must accept their presence
And protect ourselves, although
They may hover unexpectedly
In ways we do not know.

We cannot let our guard down
So should stay on high alert
For though love may make us happy,
Sometimes, it, like germs, may hurt.

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Maurice Rigoler

Date: 3/20/2020 1:45:00 PM

We're all vain to some degree, Ilene, men included. It's when it's taken to ridiculous extremes that it becomes hazardous to health. I don't mind aging provided it doesn't affect my health severely. My mother lived to 97 in relatively good health. I wonder if she bequeathed her longevity genes to me? Will just have to wait and see. Thanks for stopping by. / M

John Watt

Date: 3/19/2020 7:56:00 PM

Singing 'Love Hurts' from the 70's as I read this. Never would have thought to compare/contrast love with germs, but you pulled it off!

Rico Leffanta

Date: 3/19/2020 1:36:00 PM

Interesting bit on Japanese news that the best defence against COVID-19 is plain old-fashioned soap as modern chemical and liquid soaps, bacterial/alcohol wipes, etc. are only about 60% effective. So now Jan can wash her son's lips with soap instead of his tongue! Aloha! Rico

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 3/18/2020 3:19:00 PM

- I think a lot about those who sitting alone in their homes, Ilene ... with many scary news and no visits ... we have to remember to pick up the phone ... call them ... a little chat can make everyday life a little easier :) - Great written :) - Stay safe :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Jan Allison

Date: 3/18/2020 3:08:00 PM

wise words indeed Ilene, my son arrived yesterday I have yet to have a hug, he is trying to isolate himself as much as possible. we are almost on lock down anyone who enters out island from midnight last night has to isolate for 14 days (he arrived at 9.30 am yesterday) as from midnight tomorrow I cannot visit mum, that will be very difficult for us both:-( but needs must:-) hugs jan xx