I'm Always With You

I'm Always With You

© by Bud Lemire on April 27, 2020

It was a tragedy, to lose their only son on this day

At sixteen years old, why did it have to end this way

It happened so fast, he left this world too soon

Yet, it was his parents, he would learn to attune

In life, there are many exit points, when we may choose to leave

Our spirits are renewed, while those left behind must grieve

As soon as that process, is over and complete

Then the time will come, that really can't be beat

Unknown to them, their son is standing near

In his spirit form, and it wasn't even a year

He touches his Dad's hand, and kisses his Mom's cheek

They still haven't acknowledged, nor do they even speak

Maybe something that he liked will be a familiar smell

If he could do it, he'd surely ring a bell

But they just carry on, thinking it's their imagination taking place

When all he wants, is for them to feel his loving embrace

If only he could tell them, “I'm right here with you” in a scream

Or come to them vividly, within their dream

Let them know somehow, that he's not really dead

It was just a body, that his soul occupied until he fled

I will come to them as a butterfly, or some kind of bird

A dragonfly, a chipmunk, or something else absurd

If only I could tell them, so that they would know

“I'm always with you, wherever you may go”

For those who have lost someone they love

The Monster

The Monster

© by Bud Lemire on April 17, 2020

The Monster that took over the world, is here

So many of us everywhere, now live in fear

What happened to the life that we had lead

Before this is all over, which one of us will be dead

Stay Home and Stay Safe, is what they say

Wear a mask, if you should go away

Wash your hands often, don't touch your face

The Monster is taking over, the whole Human Race

Inside your home, hoping the Monster won't find

There are many things you can do, with your mind

Write a story, work a puzzle, or read a good book

Put something together, that you've always wanted to cook

The Monster likes crowds, so stay away if you can

The person who stands alone, is not part of the plan

Six feet apart, will keep it away

Be cautious of it, and repeat every day

The Monster has killed so many to this day

We keep looking for answers, to stop it in some way

We must do our best, and not give up the fight

Even though this Monster is out of sight

We must work together to win against this COVID Monster.

Those who don't believe it is happening, or that it will get

them. They are just fooling themselves. You will know, if

someone close to you passes away from it. By then it will

be too late. It is so easy to be in your little cubby hole, and

believe it is just a nightmare someone thought up. But it's

real, and it is here, and everywhere, and we need to do our

best not to let it kill any more, by taking as many precautions

as we can.

An Elevator Ride For One

An Elevator Ride For One

©by Bud Lemire on April 6, 2020

With COVID19 around, life isn't fun

I'll choose an elevator ride for one

Just being cautious, so respect me please

I don't want to be around, in case you should sneeze

Anyone could have it, let's be safe for me and you

Ride the elevator alone, it's the best option to do

Yes, I'd prefer to visit, but my life is worth more

So let's be safe, when opening the elevator door

Don't be offended, if I don't want you near

This virus we're facing, has us all in fear

It's deadly, a killer to some, so please be smart

Understand what is happening, by playing your part

Let's do our best, to keep this virus away from the Tower

If you use your head, I know you have the power

Common sense, from what you have learned from it

Use the brains in your head, not the ones where you sit

I try to take the elevator, in the middle of the night

Hoping that, everyone stays out of sight

The less people, the brighter will be the sun

So I prefer, an elevator ride for one

With Social Distancing, and trying to keep a safe distance

away, it's not always easy in a small elevator. We must do

what we must to ensure we stay healthy and away from what

is going around. It may seem rude, but you need to understand.

If I have it, you don't want it. If you have it, I don't want it. I am

doing you a favor as well, by keeping the distance between us.

Safety In The Stores

Safety In The Stores

© by Bud Lemire on March 31, 2020

Plexiglass and Rubber Gloves, to protect you and themselves

And the toilet paper, is still fast leaving the shelves

It's not from hoarding now, it's from everyone buying at the same time

Because these days, hoarding anything is a crime

Public bathrooms, are closed off to every woman and man

And you can't return any bottle, and you can't return any can

Hands off! Don't touch your face!

When in the stores, set yourself a pace

Get in, get your stuff as quickly as you can, and get out

Social Distancing and staying at home, is what it's all about

Don't browse, have a list ready on hand

Waiting for a ride, you might just have to stand

Wash your hands thoroughly, when you get home

Live your life, as if you're under a dome

Don't go out, unless you're really in need

Medicines, essentials, or a mouth to feed

Keep your distance from others, make it six feet

With everyone you come across, everyone you meet

And as you walk down the aisle

It helps to have a friendly smile

I know in these hard times, it is hard to smile.

Especially when we live in fear for our lives.

But it helps those who see you passing by, and

inside it helps you as well. Especially if they

smile back. Even though you have to keep your

distance, a smile travels past the barrier and

lightens their weary hearts. Be safe, and smile.