It’s a season of change.
History in the making,
and it seems to be taking…
away our peace.
Hospitals overflowing,
can’t seem to keep up with who left…
And who’s going?
Stock markets crashing.
Senseless racial clashing.
Ambulance lights flashing.
All we want is to catch a breath.
But it’s a season of change.
History in the making,
And it seems to be taking…
away our peace.
Schools shutting down.
Busy city centers now a ghost town.
People afraid to simply cough.
Many jobless and laid off.
It’s a season of change.
And it feels more and more strange
When sacred sanctuaries have no choice but to close their doors.
And even beach lovers can’t enjoy the outdoors.
When social distance causes family separations
As if we needed a reason for more separations...
It’s a season of change.
History in the making,
And it might seem like it’s taking…
Away our peace.
But could there be, behind this crisis, a hidden treasure…
If we choose to measure
With eyes of appreciation?
Is it really house arrest?
If it’s overdue rest…
For your soul?
And is it really harsh isolation?
If we’re allowing divine inspiration…
To heal us whole?
Yes, it’s a season of change.
History in the making,
But maybe we can redefine peace?
Because perhaps it was time to release…
A rhythm of unity…
For every class culture and community.
It seems as though we’ve forgotten the power of uniting together as a nation…
So, let’s make the most of this temporary station.
We now know our most treasured landmarks, iconic and renowned,
Carry no meaning and no sound…
Without the vibrancy of the human spirit.
So, when we return,
Let’s not forget what we’ve learned.
Extreme fear will only set us back.
Instead, let’s work on what we can unpack.
Like checking on your loved ones.
Even all the ones…
You haven’t spoken to in years.
Even the difficult ones…
That brought you painful tears.
Because forgiveness will actually improve your system’s immunity
So let your mind and body receive this opportunity...
See it’s a season of change.
History in the making,
But maybe we can redefine peace?
Because truth be told,
We don’t have to do this alone.
Those healthy and home,
Can still practice compassionate consideration.
You know kindness, it’s not dictated by your location.
And those risking their lives on the front line,
They represent a true sign.
That the love that dwells in humanity …
Shall far outweigh this temporary insanity.
Now it’s okay…
To not feel okay.
Just remember
Every day,
Offers us a new way…
To say
Thank you.
It’s a season of change.
History in the making.
And the best way to protect our immunity,
Is to anchor as one
in loving
...and hopeful
Unity.