Life in the Time of Corona
America is on Life Support; Prognosis Poor
Lisa Rawson
Lisa Rawson is a retired Navy Human Resource Officer and community activist; she served on the Veteran Memorial Park Board and is the current president for the West Florida Literary Federation, a swim instructor, and after-school teacher at Creative Learning Academy. Rawson received her real estate license in 2019. She is the mother of four: children; Monica, a veterinarian; Michael, math PhD candidate; Mason, computer engineer with a start-up company; and Marshall, senior at UF. Go Gators!
Our beloved Democracy is being tested
Peaceful protestors are being gassed and arrested
We are in a nasty Covid -19 Pandemic
With healthcare problems that run deep and are systemic
Our politicians are not worthy of our trust
Our police and economic systems are far from just
How memorable is this summer of 2020
Wearing face masks and hand washing are key
To keeping healthy and not spreading disease
We must bury our face in our elbow when we sneeze
Our Democracy cannot breathe
Our Uninsured and hard working minorities and immigrants are being forced to leave
Is there anywhere safe to go?
The answer is a resounding NO
Why are so many Americans full of hate?
Our diversity and unity is that which makes America great
Racism, sexism and inequality are universally wrong
Let’s turn this around and write a new song
One that allows everyone to know they belong
Before all the good accomplishments we had are gone
Forgiveness and generosity with healing for all
Respect and kindness are the medicine for America stand tall
To lead this world into 2021 and beyond
We must stop police brutality and all that we know is wrong
So everyone in America can feel safe and breathe again
Let’s welcome in a new era where ALL are friends
United we stand undivided with liberty and justice for all
We need peace on earth so let’s stop building more walls