Social Distancing

Social Distancing

© by Bud Lemire on March 29, 2020

You stay away from me, I'll stay away from you

Don't want to catch that virus, don't want to catch the Flu

Don't come too close, stay away, you hear

The COVID19 virus, has everyone living in fear

I try to stay away, from people that I see

Six feet is the distance, that the space should be

Don't touch me! You might give it to me

Neither of us want it, I'm sure you will agree

Just got back from the store, and it sure isn't packed

The Toilet Paper is missing. I didn't see any stacked

Workers wearing rubber gloves, plexiglass in place

Yet they kept their social attitude, with a smile on their face

They even have a Senior Time, early in the morning

Everywhere you look, there is some kind of a warning

Stay Home, Stay Safe! That is the key

Lockdown in places, that aren't open for me

Wear a mask, if you need one for your face

High Risk people, make sure it's properly in place

It's Essential, when it is something that we need

Social Distancing, is how we shall proceed

When it's Social Distancing and staying home to

stay safe, you have a lot of alone time. Time to get

things done, you normally don't have time for. When

you live alone, you still have the phone, the internet, or

even a letter you can write to someone. Kick back and

watch something you enjoy, or read a book. Work on crafts.

But remember, you are not alone in this, we are aware and

doing our best to keep it away. With those words, I wish you

well, and please friends, Stay Safe.

The COVID-19 Pandemic

The COVID -19 Pandemic

© by Bud Lemire on March 19, 2020

It started in China, and when it did arrive

People were put into quarantine, fighting to stay alive

It's given everyone, quite a scare

When it got closer, we all became aware

It could be me, or it could be you

Those with no immune system, wondered if they'd get through

It spreads so quickly, anyone you see

Could have it, and give it to me

I try to stay calm, but I'm scared as hell

Who will survive this, only time will tell

Keep your distance from people, wipe off everything you use

Wash your hands often, keep following the health rules

Don't shake hands, in case they have it without knowing

It's invisible, but there are ways it'll be showing

Fever, shortness of breath, or even a cough can be a mild case

But if you're feeling worse, the Hospital is your place

Call your Doctor, and they'll know what to do

There will be others around, who will help you through

You are not alone, others are around

They'll guide you through, they're easily found

Relax and live your life, from day to day

Limit your public appearance, to keep it away

It's okay not to be social, in fact be a recluse

Limit yourself, to what you see or hear in the news

The COVID-19 Virus is scary! But if you follow the rules to keep it away,

you should be okay. There is always someone around to talk to.

Online, on the phone, etc. Sit back and take the time to read, watch

some TV, call a friend or family member. Write a poem. Do some

crafts. Enjoy the time to yourself. Be at peace, and know that

you are never alone.

Toilet Paper

Toilet Paper

© by Bud Lemire on March 14, 2020

I looked everywhere, I looked all around

There wasn't any Toilet Paper to be found

I guess I could use kleenix, or paper towels

I need something, when I let loose my bowels

All the stores emptied out, and when that was done

I realized, that they were the uninformed one

Diarrhea was not one of the symptoms listed there

Stupid people really need to understand and be aware

You made it hard for others, who needed it more

Those who were desperate to find it at the store

Some stores limited it, to one person to buy

Hoarding something, do you even know why?

People still have to be around others, it's true

This virus will be circulating, no matter what you do

Can you really stop others, from seeing their family

Forever? It really sounds pretty stupid to me

I understand if your immune system is low or none

Then your life is at risk, and under the gun

Then you live your life in a plastic bubble, if that's the case

Because you are able to get it from anyone, in the human race

So what you really did, was not thinking at all

Greedy is what you were, and that's pretty small

Why panic, when you do, it makes for a small brain

When calm, when aware, then the Toilet Paper will remain

I laugh at those who know no better. It's a virus, not the end

of the world. And if it was, what would toilet paper be good for?

My heart goes out to those who have no immune system, because

any virus is dangerous to them. The wise person follows simple

procedures, take care of yourself, wash your hands often, see your

Doctor regularly. When you use your head, you won't need so much

Toilet paper. Unless your brain is leaking. That might be a problem.

That Damn Virus

That Damn Virus

© by Bud Lemire on March 1, 2020

Don't want that virus, no way, no how

Whether it came from an Anteater or a Cow

Don't know why it started, just want it to end

Because that damn virus, surely ain't my friend

Don't know why it started like that

All I know is, it's a dirty rat

A killer that will leave everyone dead

Away from everyone, is where it should be lead

They said it came, from another place

If it's not stopped, it might wipe out the human race

I hope it is studied well, so soon we will all know

So we can understand it better, how to make it go

It's scary, when your life is on the line

When all you wanted, was to feel fine

How can a virus can be caught, when we don't understand

What the heck it is, that is spreading across the land

I hope all the Medical staff, can find a cure really fast

Or there will many of us, who will never last

Hope we can contain it, so it won't spread

Because I don't want to wind up dead

Put me in a plastic bubble, safe as I can be

A virus is on the loose, and it is after me

Nobody asked for this, and yet it is there

I wonder if you can catch it, by touch or by air

How quick can this virus spread

From China to the USA, we're dead

Can anyone stop it, hurry please!

Will I be safe, hiding behind trees

Don't want Corona, the virus or the beer

It better not come around here

Don't need another virus that will kill

That damn virus, don't want to be ill

Those of us with a weak immune system are

more at risk. The medical staff is working

on it, and will let us know when they find

something that will help against it.