Coronavirus 2020

Elderly self-isolated at home during lock-downs No family, friends to visit and comfort them, Grandchildren to kiss and hug, loneliness oppressive. Coronavirus world-wide, murderous epidemic Spreading like wildfire out of control, terrifying. Millions infected, graveyards filling, humanity weeping Food ordered on the internet, delivered by supermarkets Sanity threatened, days passing slowly, each the same. Neighbours, good Samaritans, knocking on the door Offering help and support, trying to lift depression Collecting groceries and medical prescriptions. Elderly watching TV, listening to radio, reading books Mind seeking stimulation to remain sane Loneliness overwhelming, crushing, despairing.