Once this is done

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We will return to wearing watches,

Because time will have

stopped

standing still.

We will hug friends and kiss loved ones,

Because network speed cannot

bypass

real connection.

We will re-enter the world with zest,

Because Zoom

narrowed

human efficiency.

We will relax and breathe

Because PPE

Failed to

mask fear.

Once this is done…

We will value community

Because locking down

opened

new togetherness.

We will redefine ourselves

Because the years

mirrored

new reflection.

We will value health

Because the disease

spread

new appreciation

We will shine new light

Because the darkness

shed

new awakening.

Once this is won

We can be done

and own:

We were the cause

and the cure.