I AM RELATING - COVID-19 REFLECTION 1#

We are all trying to find ways to relate.

This is a reflection to open up a moment for connection.

(LAMENTATIONS 1)

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A world surrounded by a lurking presence one cannot see

A martyr to social distancing in “Quarantine”

No physical affection to hold, only solace to partner with isolation

Friends love from afar; their words dissipate once it hits hibernation

Piece by piece time goes on trying to figure out how to kill time

It’s only temporary, a place to call home not really mine

Humility served on a plate in large quantity

Holding your breath in anticipation until it leaves

A time to mourn, a time to love, and a time to reflect

Reflect on your blessings, reflect on what you have left

Cherish your moments, a time to rest

To wait diligently during this simple test

Discover new abilities, new creatives, and new possibilities

Remembering gifts you were blessed to receive

Some deepen in worse conditions, some are lonelier than the sane

Your words are a breath of fresh air, employ to heal the pain

Your arrogance, your identity, not a reason for self-adoration

A time to learn, a time to restore, and time for compassion