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Coronavirus poem by Alisa Zou, 12

Alisa Zou, 12
Concord, MA

Coronavirus poem

Alisa Zou, 12

Out there,
Corona is probably having fun.
But,
We are struggling.
Corona,
Please stop attacking us.

Look,
I know what you are doing
(For a virus),
But
This is a very
Serious problem
That I want you to
Understand.

Listen,
We are
Dying.
Please go away.
You are too strong to fight.
Don’t make us stay six feet
From each other
For another second
You know what I’m talking about,
I know you do.
Maybe you can spread in another world that’s made for
You.

This is a chance I made for you,
Don’t make us go grab you
By the heart.
You won’t like it.

Think about it,
Okay?

***

People!
People!
Corona’s Here!
Keep clean!
Is that clear?
Wash your hands often!
This is your land!
Mask on!
Around people you stand!