The Void
Meet Us Under the Rainbow
Our country is in a state of panic.
As we are forced into lockdown, as a nation we stand together as one.
United in one common goal, to stay in isolation. Families become devided, keeping distance from loved ones who are vunerable; keeping two meters apart and taking the path of least resistance.
Pubs and restaurants are closed, and only essential food outlets provide a vital service. And cinemas are locked up, as film companies stop filming.
Leaving the industry in limbo and more exposed.
Neighbours help each other, and come together, checking in on those in need.
As we stand united in praise of our
NHS, and clap for key workers and the carers.
As they battle to save the lives of our
nearest and dearest, and those we love in deed.
Daily briefings put an order to the day, as government advisors write and re-write
laws and legislations with statistics
and ever changing death tolls.
As we adjust to a new way of living.
As our routines altar, and we don't do
things the same way. House holds all across the country stay in touch in different ways, as the "new - norm"
brings inspiration.
Cooking and sharing, nominating new
recepies for friends, while kids are
home schooled. Making rainbow art to
spread love all across the nation.
As the virus spreads from city to town
The pandemic creates panic and confusion.
While scientists look for a solution,
searching for a vaccine that could
bring the situation to a conclusion.
The government slogan of Stay Home
became Stay Alert. Confusing those that
that are not sure what to do.
As a majority of the country went
into hiding, and stayed covert.
Lockdown, we thought it would be ridiculous sitting around like a clown, but it's been inspiring seeing folk come together when others are down.
I watch T.V. as the news shows people
protesting against lockdown laws.
My heart rate pumps as tempers soar
as the world stands united, to fight
this virus, this invisible force, and a time we must not forget what we saw.
Meet us under the rainbow, as this is
where we will be. Uniting together, as
we join in harmony.
Family will be back together and friends
can meet up and talk about life over a coffee.
People worldwide protest peacefully, for an innocent black man killed by police in America. Violence distrupts, and turns into anarchy.
As chaos and feelings run wild, and tempers soar.
Innocent people are killed, they can't take this anymore. New movements spread globally, to stand against
injustice. (Black Lives Matter)
protests sweep across the nation, as people stand in solidarity, to vent
their anger and frustration.
These are the moments of the future, as we strive for a safer and better way of life. As we fight for a new world.
As we find a different way to come
together. So we can embrace others culture.
Meet us under the rainbow, and stand together as one.
Let us be the best of humanity, and unite in a world where hatred is pushed aside,
so we can live in harmony.
Written by : Kaiden G. Stone
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Meet Us Under the Rainbow
Meet Us Under the Rainbow