We did not bring ourselves
Into this world
We do not know
How or when we’ll leave
But Covid concentrates the mind
Brings out the best
Shows people to be kind
A servant lying paralysed at home
The master goes to find the Nazarene
I know the way that power works
I order and am obeyed
Heal my servant
Simply say a word
Say that word O Lord over me
Whatever needs your healing
Let it be
In sickness or in health
I wish to share your wealth
Of loving kindness
Pouring out of me
Brian Fahy
29 November 2021
Erris Poetry 