Sitting on the front porch enjoying the weather, it’s nice and warm
Taking advantage of it while we can because it’s the calm before the storm
The leaves, you can hear them rustle because the breeze has picked up a bit
The pet dog is passed out while my wife and I just sit
The neighbour has his radio on and he’s playing some great sounds
Other than our two little groups, there is no one else around
You see we still can’t get together because that virus is still here
We have managed to keep it in check but it spiked again it would appear
So now they have raised the restrictions and the orders have been put in place
That’s why we are sitting on our terrace all alone in our safe space
Schools have started and it seems that they’re the cause of the rise
It seems that this was inevitable, it shouldn’t come as a great surprise
The task of trying to contain this is a no win situation
We have done our best to manage it all across our nation
Compared to others, Canada should be proud of how we are handling it all
We have to maintain this steady pace because we are in for a long haul
The more that we cooperate together, the more lives we will save
We have to be even more diligent if we are to beat the second wave
I know we’ve had enough of this terrible pandemic curse
The experts say that this second installment could prove even worse
This summer has been an experience that we will never forget
This plague is still looming large and is still a major threat
In just two more weeks, we have our Thanksgiving day
Will we be able to gather in groups for this is hard for me to say
For now I will cherish this beautiful day while I am still able
Sitting out close to home is the only thing that has remained stable
No matter what changes have been made to our everyday life
Sitting out here has been a refuge for me and my darling wife
No matter what they say, we can take in the fresh air and enjoy the peace
This late into the year and opportunities like these will eventually decrease
That’s why we are so thankful to have this nice day
We have been out here almost daily since the month of May
If things don’t pan out, we will all be shut ins until the early spring
That’s why each and every one of us can’t give in to this stupid thing
Don’t let it get the best of you for any reason
If you do, it might even ruin the Christmas season
The chances of having a vaccine to cure this to me is very clear
If they do come up with something it won’t be until next year
So for a recap guys, hang in there and stick with the plan
Do what is expected of you and do all that you can
This winter will probably be the longest that you will ever have to endure
Let’s all just pray to God that someone comes up with a cure
As for now, we will be sitting outside enjoying this wonderful day
Hoping that this warm cycle is here to stay
Everyone’s mental health is really what’s at stake
We are determined to stay out here for our own sake
The next season coming is winter, so these nice days are so few
Taking advantage of this mild weather is the best thing we can do
Before you know we will be freezing and covered up with snow
We will be stuck again with Covid-19 and still have no place to go
So if we stay patient and comply with each and everything
Perhaps we will get our liberty back when once again it’s spring
The Black Sheep Poet 