When this pandemic is over

Will things really change?

Will we start appreciating 

Our relationships and the freedom 

to come out of the four walls and move around 

to enjoy a meal at a fine dine

to breathe into fresh air instead of a mask

Will we realize  how long we have waited

For this liberty

to see our loved ones

to hold them close

to feel the warmth of their breath on our skin

Will we forget the nightmares we've been through

All the days and nights which we spent

Scared at how the things were unfolding

Walking blindly into darkness

With no clue as what may hit us

Loss of job, life or loved one?

Will we really become human again?

Will the life after pandemic be any different?

Or will we go back to our own selves

And pretend as if nothing happened?

Maybe some of us will change

Maybe we'll be 

A little more compassionate

A little more kind

A little more caring

A little more human

Maybe a better world awaits us

Once all of this is over

Or maybe not

Only time will tell

A little hope is all I have for now