I now have a window on the world
My study once a junk room I have cleared
A seat beside the window
I see and can be seen
No longer a recluse – that’s to be feared
Windows to my right and to my left
Rejuvenated room a joy to see
Computer desk for writing
Settee for afternoon
The world I see the world comes into me
Isolation is our human danger
Never getting out or letting in
Then we go all loopy
Loose our sense of self
We need each other – isolation is a sin
That loner down in Devon ticking time bomb
The world is full of people just like him
Most don’t have a gun
But harm is still being done
Their isolation damages within
Be a social presence where you’re living
You have your gifts use them as you can
Greet and be greeted by your neighbours
Be a social gospel now good man
Brian Fahy
17 August 2021
Erris Poetry 