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Virulence of Corona

A sudden wildfire engulfs the world. Ephemeral flames keep burning untamed. Contagious fumes mire a cerulean spring, as flying creepy carriers spread a turmoil. Virulent pathogens entering airway of lungs behind veil of common cold, stares Death. Fragile sick vessels can't battle pneumonia, hijacking cells , sieges a dangerous Corona. No armaments to fight an army miniscule, helpless kingdoms, are we powerful humans? Visages hide in hysteria of harrowing masks, panic begging kindness, from unseen parasites. An invisible Godzilla empties crowded streets, as scrubbing soaps wash handshake greets. Return us our old days of contagious laughter. Twinkle in those smiles, once called infectious. Sick of a fortress life , wearied of quarantine pain, let's live hand to mouth, oh rich! make poor again! Coughing and Sneezing, spare a nightmare of Flu Let us breathe in unison again... a fearless hug saying, "I love you". 14th March 2020 Sponsor Team PoetrySoup Contest Name Coronavirus COVID-19

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Date: 3/21/2020 3:11:00 AM
Srimathi Maitraji, no handshakes in Indian past, with GREETING TO THY SOUL, SPIRIT! In the beautiful NAMASTHE with clasped hands, safety & dignity for ALL. better than handshake & transferring too many things, germs, vibrations ... In time, this POEM of yours will be a witness to our struggles. AUM TAT SAT, shalom SHALAUM
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Debjani Mitra
Date: 3/21/2020 3:45:00 AM
Thanks for so much thoughtful comments, ..yes this phase is a learning lesson for all of us

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