To Mask Or Not To Mask

We watch the news, we get advice
And then, before we’ve listened twice,
The recommended actions change
And what results is slightly strange.

For should we wear a mask or not?
It’s “no” for those who’ve had the shot
(Or both, if what you got was Pfizer;
One is just the appetizer).

In my ‘hood we all were masked.
Who had vaccines? Nobody asked.
But now the CDC has spoken,
Former rules have all been broken.

Some still cover mouth and nose 
Out of habit, I suppose.
Others don’t wear masks at all
Following the latest call.

Most fall somewhere in between,
Dangling masks which likely mean
If you’re too close or seem to lack
A vaccine, then the mask pops back.

Of course, you cannot really tell
Who’s gotten vaxxed, but it would quell
A lot of fear, for then we could
Remove our vexing masks for good.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Krutsinger Avatar
May 18, 2021 at 1:57 PM
I am required to wear mine at work all day. "For should we wear a mask or not? It’s “no” for those who’ve had the shot (Or both, if what you got was Pfizer; One is just the appetizer)." Loved the rhyme.
Allison Avatar
May 17, 2021 at 1:14 PM
I only wear one when i see mum or go to a medical facility - the dont protect you from getting it just stop you from spreading it if you are affected, we have one new case today the fist in 12 days, the border restrictions are being lifted to quite a degree, we will see what happens next but we know we just have to live with the virus for the forseeable future:-) hugs Jan xx
Leffanta Avatar
May 17, 2021 at 12:20 PM
Masks have certainly reduced flu and other respiratory illnesses over the last year, but reportedly caused infections from chaffing and other problems. Too bad health advice is not as clear as your poetry! Aloha! Rico
Cunningham Avatar
May 16, 2021 at 2:25 PM
I for one will be glad to see the back of them, might have a mask burning party when all this is over lol. Tom
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