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.