New Day New World by Suzann Heron

Suzann Heron: A resident of Franklin Co. and new Straw Dog member, I find myself rather driven to writing. Writing is saving me at this time. It’s the lifeline I’m using to keep my head above water. The writing flows through charged with terror, redemption, calling and comfort all in an instant.

New Day
New World

Welcome to this new day.

New world

Welcome to bandanas.
A mask,
as you venture out
today,
and tomorrow.

Welcome to babies born.
Bird songs,
Water falling over rocks
and reliable sea tide.

Welcome to questions.
Should I go to the market?
Or chance the delivery?
Devices,

Hello, are you there?

The anxiety of disinfecting,
properly,
this time
and the next.

Welcome to sunrise,
sunset,
moon shining,
warm breezes
and rain.

Welcome to news of
failing,
in spite of the ventilator.
Worry,
tips on hand washing,
Social distancing
and Droplets.

Welcome to
Sounds,
Quiet,
Space between things,
Smiles
and Sleep.

Welcome to this new day.

New world