Faint Heart Never Won a War

Faint Heart Never Won a War

Our mothers and fathers..uncles and aunts,
Lived through a time..of warfare in France.
They were soldiers and sailors and pilots so brave,
And ordinary folk..with a country to save.

They didn’t have time..to let fear bring them down,
They just did their best..as the bombs whistled down.
Queuing for hours..for just one loaf of bread,
Accepting that rationing.. keeps everyone fed.

So time has moved on..the years have rolled by,
Another war’s been declared..and we watch the world cry.
This time it’s an enemy..that we just cannot see,
But we’ve got to fight..if we want to stay free.

Take heed of advice..that the government gives,
Avoid all the places..that the virus lives.
Washing our hands..and self isolate,
Could be crucial factors..in deciding our fate.

Young or old..sick or well..we know that we’re not fools,
But fools we’ll be unfortunately..if we don’t obey the rules.
Look at shellfish in the sea..they react so fast,
Withdrawing into safety..until the dangers past.

So we must have the courage..to fight this unseen foe,
We may not like the method..but for now we must lie low.
If you’re feeling scared and anxious..just keep hope afloat,
Remember people everywhere..are all in the same boat.

Keep in touch with loved ones..by internet or phone,
By doing so occasionally..you won’t feel you’re alone.
Keep calm and carry on..don’t get bogged down with the news,
Play catch up with it once a day..you don’t need hours of blues.

If we use our common sense..and when the future rears its head,
We’ll be proud of our achievement..that stopped the virus dead.
So come on everybody..young or old..or rich or poor,
Let’s fight this unseen enemy..faint heart never won a war.

©️Martin Silvester 23/3/2020.