at sign of peace hands reached out to
clasp and shake a pact of forgiveness
but things were different back then
now even holy water fonts
hold tiny bouquets of floral adornment
instead of water for dipping a blessing
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what are hands for the question asks
of a pandemic world gloved
masked and forever searching
the eyes of beholders
seeking answers
in new normal question-dom
© gillena cox 2020
Poets and Storytellers United
Weekly Scribblings #27: Things Were Different Back Then
Strange times, aren't they? Sometimes I wonder what people who lived just three years ago would say if we tell them that this would happen. Most would've probably laughed...
ReplyDeleteAh what a surprise, what a surprise! We stumble and mumble in these serious times. Thanks for dropping by to read mine Magaly
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Hands are for sanatiser. Strange new world,
ReplyDeleteIndeed. Thanks for dropping by Cressida
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Compassion and grace will find a way. It may be difficult and strange, but I think it is possible.
ReplyDeleteThanks for dropping by and sharing inspiration Rommy
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A timely write. I do so miss the handshake and the hug! We all need human touch, and let us pray we will be allowed it freely one day again.
ReplyDeleteThat is very startling about the holy water fonts! Of course, makes sense, but....
ReplyDeleteAltogether, we are stumbling blindly, aren't we? Very much a time to pray!
Indeed Rosemary. Thanks for your appreciation
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I don't miss the shaking hands at the sign of peace, but the empty holy water fonts are definitely weird. At least we can go back to Mass. :) Happy Wednesday, Gillena.
ReplyDeleteYes indeed, we can now attend Holy Mass at church again. Thanks for your appreciation Jenna
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I have two bottles of real holy water, I don't know what I will do with it. I pulled it our of the Jordan River in 1980 and filled a Pepsi and Coke bottle.
ReplyDeleteEveryone wants and answer, but no one knows even the question. Good lines, Gillena.
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Thank you for your appreciation Jim. We have to keep on praying for guidance and solutions
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I haven't shaken anyones hand for months, I wonder if that will fall out of fashion?
ReplyDeleteHope it doesn't Jim. Human beings need physical contact. A pat on the head a kiss on the forehead, holding hands, a hug, all add to our well being
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A timely and poignant write, Gillena!💝 Hopefully we will get through this difficult time together soon.
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Maybe Christians, in passing the peace, will have to resort to the age-old practise of bowing before another person, and say, "The peace of Christ be with you." No hugs, no hands, but a bow. Who knows?
ReplyDeleteThat is what is happening, the bow. Thanks for dropping by Maggie
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Noticeable changes indeed. We are living in the times of question-dom...with even more changes on the way. Stay masked, Gilllena!
ReplyDeleteThanks for dropping by Vivian
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Keep hoping this is not the "new norm". I have difficulty seeing an end in sight.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your appreciation Sara
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so much has changed ~
ReplyDeleteThanks for your appreciation grapeling
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