Masked Emotions
After a short ceremony, the few people present,
standing at a safe distance from each other, watch
the coffin being lowered slowly into the grave.
Another covid-19 victim is laid to rest without pomp,
yet with dignity and respect.
end of funeral
the silent birds in the trees
resume their singing
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Contest: Haibun – Pick Your Theme
Sponsor: Line Gauthier
Placed 3rd
© 16th July 2020
Copyright © Paul Callus | Year Posted 2020
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