
I am not afraid of dying
It is the fear of loneliness that haunts my mind
Family disconnect is unacceptable for me
Visits and hugs are worth the risk
Embracing Covid with masked precaution
I’m pushed into the pool
It is sink or swim
Photo: Ruth Roth
Today at d’Verse, it is Quadrille Monday. We are to write a Quadrille of 44 words that includes the word embrace. This has been a long lonely year for many of us, not being able to socialize with friends and family like we used to do. Covid-19 is taking its toll around the world. One of the worst effects of Covid is the separation of families at the time of death. This to me is unacceptable, even with the risks involved. We have decided that connecting with family is worth the risk, and though infrequent, we get together from time to time. My poem today expresses that sentiment.