So we can meet again some day Our Solace unveiled by its wee acorn. Out flie the citizens, some here, some there; Sickness, hatred, and fear, When were watching TV, Who's antics and japes are quite funny. Protect us, Lord, and send your healing, Brighter days will follow. Our political views mean nothing, 2 I-Phone, Zoom, Instagram. If lockdown makes you feel grey Each fondly presses to her bounteous treat, Message & data rates may apply. Well be in touch! Is theres no need to tidy the room I don't know how I'm feeling. Thats how I spend all my time, Not wearing a mask is quite rude Queues ahead dont get too near His original post has received more than 19k positive reactions and has been shared more than 34k times. People need to help each other more than ever.Thank you in advance for your kindness and generosity! Dozens of coronavirus limericks. If we all stick together, well all win this fight. Will be gone and all erased. 24 Poems About The COVID-19 Pandemic - Family Friend Poems If lockdown makes you feel grey And the public matched each by their generous pound PDF English - Poetry Lockdown Limericks and Amazing Acrostics Is supposedly better for you. Close your eyes for a minute's rest. Who mourneth for the multitude dead here? A lump forms in the back of her throat. Our pets are now teaching us Coronavirus Limericks from the Community. There as an old tory called Dom He made a picnic Brother Richard Hendrick, a Capuchin Franciscan living in Ireland, penned this touching poem about the coronavirus pandemic. Board games were won Its a much smaller ask A thick dark cloud lingers over the ward. Some all alone, and others with their wives: That it infect not thee. Say, is there any So, I penned 26 pages of limericks and poems to create a little book that I called "Lockdown Limericks". There's lots that must be done. To want a better day. A pensioner who lives on his own They can be clever, naughty or topical and should give the listener or reader a smile or even a good belly laugh. So, I penned 26 pages of limericks and poems to create a little book that I called "Lockdown Limericks". I miss sharing the fun times and that makes me sad. It'll also prevent you nose pickers! That soon this will be done. Some of the poems were funny and some were not. Across much of the globe, the frantic pace and headlong industry of life have been forcibly slowed. Lets all Pepuptheday says Bee ****** Lockdown Limericks - Tomorrow, a community magazine for the Algarve Help lift the darkness looming. Was it yes? I miss playing with my friends at school. Alone we all sat, windows locked and shutter'd, And little to do There will be a time when we could take her out, I look just like a Yeti! It's time we got rid of this clown. Dead men to the grave-yards going: Alone we all sat, doors closed and locked. We'll have a completely masked ball, Who was badly missing his friends. Now he walks coughing through Waterloo Station, While Boris was battling infections Who heard all the news of Corona Caroline Collingridge, Staying In. And give thanks for all that is new. This is a fantastic post. On each work day Wondering on credit to the wonderful kandee for the first three lines. A rest that's been well-earned. She grew to roughly the size of a nelly! He was such a good walker - in fact a real "corker" Cast out your dead! the carcase-carrier cries, Previous Post << The decline was unmistakable, We get to suffer for one extra day. When all she wants is to swim in the sea. I miss Sea Cadets, school, my friends and my dad, Or Hungarian cat, Searching empty shelves, for nourishing food to eat? Lockdown Limericks. Triumphant croaks aloud, and joyful claps By showing love to all, we cannot fall short. Eat more and get gout -in love, no matter what comes our way. They fell to the floor, The illustrations were my own doodles. and they've realised they were like cheese and chalk. A moment alone or with people you love, A round of applause To sit and cry and wonder, So for fun read Pep up the Day. To Love. Children's Poems About COVID-19 and Lockdown - Save the Children I just want to be a good friend. A Capuchin Franciscan Brother Richard Hendrick's poem "Lockdown" has gone viral and this St. Patrick's Day we can see why. 'Lockdown' poems - Hello Poetry Oh Michael Palins book just for me, Lets all Pepuptheday says Bee Is bang up their scene, To bring a smile and to banish the frown. Invading me mind with angst and consuming it with dread. Were so, so exciting - Live life for those who guided us, The sizzling buns with slabs of meat, If I were a mask, I definitely would have those thoughts. All wrapped up in little bubbles our families and my friends. Though they go unnoticed, we can't do without them. Day after day, night after night. 0 Resided in Bourton th Water The love, the sadness and the hurt. WINNER. >> The candies for our little store, More patients are admitted with COVID, Old Tom is now a hundred years old Which we sit I wanted to go back to the time when I was very depressed and had nothing. And spent furlough in her dressing gown, There was a young girl from Belgravia She was famous for starting And lasted all night Questioning about 225. Poetry is to educate people, to lead them away from hate to love, from violence to mercy and pity. With domineering insolence replete, Limerick writing What fun! 5 COVID-19 Poems from Children About Life During Lockdown Vilma*, 10 from Mexico Before the virus, I went to school, everything was happy. But there does not have to be hate. She stood in the nude And following many a clue, You know that it's okay Lockdown Limerick - Poetry Digressing Left her looking quite grim Schools wont start till September Yes there is sickness. knight, oxford revue, history degree, cbe to his name A Lockdown Limerick - James Proclaims! He tells of Soup Dragon dispensing green soup If its blood that you crave Many chose to do physical things to raise money. I learned to read, I learned to write. The streets were all empty, the pews were all bare. Meant I had so much fun Yay Michael Palins book just for me. I don't know how I'm feeling. They say that in Wuhan after so many years of noise The man would say Christina Rossetti, The Plague. For they follow you about. Sent in by caroline. When staying at home Earth will keep moving. You follow them, fools!" In response to the Star Tribune's limerick contest for National Poetry Month, many writers from our community penned clever rhymes about life in our current situation. she found to her dismay And we are always encompassed by Love. Share this: Twitter Facebook Loading. The very next day Confusion and perdition overwhelm Friday night out . poems for April 13, 14, and 15complete set can be found at my blog, https://theworldacordingtocosmos.com complete with audio and photo clips, Though movement seems down, things seems to run down, even fun seems down yet we're not down(hopeless/discouraged). /PageLabels I am sick, I must die But if you stroke his fur Everyday on Facebook a post from Bee So if there's something we should take, It's so much deeper than that. This was a lovely poem. Two weeks in, a circus of an overenthusiastic clown. Reflect on a happy, most memorable time. at 8pm clapping Hooray, There was a young wife in lockdown, Yet her boat was sinking fast, its euphoria I can't thank you enough. obj So he drove a long way Which contributed to their sad ends. But Boris let him off with aplomb, There was a man in isolation Things would improve, we'd still do them all. Pingback: Pandemic Poetry | Once uPUN a time Two fine novels on this theme are Journal of the Plague Year (1722) by Defoe and The Plague (1947) by Camus but Id rather read comedies at the moment ! Never free to roam. You may opt-out at any time by clicking "unsubscribe" at the bottom of any email. Here is a poem from an Irish Franciscan, Richard Hendrick, written March 13, 2020. 0 I saw you from across the street and smiled at you from under my mask.You looked ravishing in that snug-fit sweaterand your freshly-coiffed hair.Like the goddess of a small town. Now all's ship-shape, shiny and dressy! Stitching a mask today out of an old bath gown. But I am a bookish nerd. She has got quite good at making lots of bread pud Even if it's just standing in queue. Feeling relieved, for my mind had found a more positive place to go. it was only a few days ago I found it and made some adjustments. The flowers will always bloom By Darren - Fun from Darren and one of the first entries we received. Words most parents never expected to hear:- This lockdown has refashioned everything. Such an important part to play in someone's health, Made a face mask from Granny's old knickers, Im looking forward to getting away, It took him all day *There was a lady from Venus This is what you should do Among his fellows he is cast. Lockdown limerick lament 12 June 2020 | Poem John Bolton. It's our actions that define us- You MUST NOT leave the house for any reason, but if you have a reason, you can leave the house. Skulking in your man- cave, There was an old lady called Bessie, But this is her most difficult task. A bed soon becomes vacant, Who was happy go lucky kinda Girl But just like time, all things will pass, And, at the same time, The world is facing an unprecedented health crisis. on tour << She tried to write rhymes She wanted to go out to and fro. Rossetti (1830-94) captures the terrifying suddenness of plague as it gripped the living and rapidly transformed them into the dead indeed, the multitude dead. Was it part of a cunning plan ? /Group Bringing within But to discard me is a total disgrace. << He walked to support our Doctors and Nurses Fought bravely in the Second World War Yes there is panic buying. The repeated refrain at the end of each stanza Lord, have mercy on us! strikes at the heart as much now as it must have done over 400 years ago. The fund grew and grew - it really is true BBC - Make a Difference in poetry To reap the wonder of our fate. Many chose to do physical things to raise money. A year-by-year look at how 12 years of war in Syria has had a devastating impact on children's education, mental health and childhood. And our friends we must rely on In shoes too tight no boor She wore a nice dress Well folks, the inspiration for this, needs no explanation ! The years rolled by, and I became a man. Everyone is obliged to wear a mask and respect the prevention tips in order to fight against this disease which is called coronavirus. From morning until night. Lockdown Limerick Challenge for you I think I want to cry. While this [lockdown] happens, I draw pictures, I play and I do homework. The place all closed down But I guess that something you knew, There once was a woman from Crete What is it drumming? Family by my side, There once was a woman called Kay While we wait, have no fear But the best moments will be when I hoboed in Portugal, feasted in France. Who walked to the shops on their stilts, Contagion foul I post pics of my Beef Bourguignon(e), There was a round woman from Stow so stay safe by adhering to the preventative measures, each day will pass, we will walk together For let's face it, we need more lerts!!! Who stockpiled cheap hand sanitiser Half believing, half shadows of doubt. Please help these people recover, Lord. For this week's poem click play below But now all he's hearing is But if we stick together, it can be enough. How she cussed, that VA stuck in lockdown! Next time I see a barber, Never thinking of themselves, no not at all. Then lockdown kicked in As we count down the days, I just don't need this stuff. The birds are singing again 1 Hygiene is our only shield Got stuck in in a dirty great lockdown I was driving home after a fight with my boyfriend. If we are in it together, it's not that bad; I think you'll agree. So she went off to bed for a snore. It's getting kind of funky. She offered breakfast instead By Julian Putley Limericks. Dark days are fast approaching. The circumstances in which we lost our mum. I don't typically write lyrics, but this felt right in the time. 0 By a dustbin lid But those nurses and those doctors, We will share them at our zoom on Thursday Multiple interlocking crises have shaped 2022, including global conflict, the climate crisis and an unprecedented hunger crisis. The "2.6 Challenge" in April 2020 encouraged us to do raise funds in support of British charities. But may we use this time to focus on the most important things and slow down in a way weve never been forced to do before. I'm afraid that my family and friends will get sick. Poem reflects what teachers are dealing with during COVID-19 - KHOU We vowed to never let it win. We must stand united in our hearts, But I will hold your hand, my friend. With little to do or to say She is unable to contain the tears, Well be holding them tight soon enough. And thats where this series of love poems from lockdown comes in. But I am a bookish nerd. And he walked and he talked with aplomb! I wrote this last year as a way to deal and to understand my OCD during lockdown. Businesses are closed, and schools have moved to online platforms. The Government not providing ppe for the nhs, 'cause they weren't free to roam Alone we all sat, fearful and forlorn, For them, the world was bright and new, So, drive through the forest I go, I began to see green. In Eighty Days I awoke to a pestilence, a pandemic across the nations, He'll have to cut right through my jungle. We have been mindlessly living and COVID 2019 is an eye-opener. So no matter how bad things seem to be, Ross and Russel. The copyright of all poems on this website belong to the individual authors. So many promises unable to fulfil, As we shelter in place we held a limerick contest, here are some of our Thank you! Is for you to stay home. Lord, have mercy on us! Of the new pandemic flu. In heroic couplets, Young weaves a narrative poem out of the epidemic. obj Despite their differences, their struggles are shared and they remain united in their hope for a brighter future. No room in the house is safe, Than a goulash of rat, The ancient Roman poet Lucretius penned this didactic poem, whose title translates as on the nature of things, in the first century BC. To smell, to touch, to taste, to see. I don't know how I'm feeling. Profanity : Our optional filter replaced words with *** on this page . Nor less th insidious knave, supremely dull! Our casualties of war. But we found a way who wrote night and day just for Spam writer, actor, presenter, narrator, family man, fame Photo Lydiane Mattio. Tales unravel Current British poet laurate wrote a poem on the same theme see below. It's just academic, Leaving us feel disconnected. This can't be it; there's got to be more. << The world has stopped like never before. It was concocted by our pets, Blame Pep Up The Day A virus is amongst us. When I stand and clap so loud. Davies (1569-1626) was another poet to live through the plague outbreaks in London in the 1590s: London now smokes with vapours that arise There once was a PM in lockdown Because he is a selfish and arrogant pr@k, If lockdown is making you blue I married late but married well. It was rude and ripe Were here to support each other, as children we can lead to our capacity Gave him the blues I know I'm not the perfect fit. Like preventing us shopping while nude, There once was a woman called Liza I know I don't fit in with your style, Bens six, hell think his Dads dumb. Signed book Sackful of Limericks too Stay at home, keep your head Today Churches, Synagogues, Mosques and Temples Mixture of monkey, crocodile and mole, The Organ Grinder and his Monkey, too, Her children came home She danced all night There was an old woman from Stroud hello everyone my names Liliana and I'm a 14 year old school girl from England. No sport, no pubs, no pop concerts, I was deeply moved by Tim Dlugos My Death. The last two stanzas have kind of been my mantra in getting me through my bad days lately. It contaminates and does us harm Im embarrassed, I cant do these sums. There was once a kid from Bridgend, /Contents I spent weeks working up the courageto tell you how I really feltabout the days and hours we had spent together.Just as I was getting to the interesting partyou left the room to make a coffeebecause you thought I was finished.It turns out you were right. I didnt know all of these when I started researching the post it was Armitages recent poem that gave me the idea :), Fabulous choices thanks so much for digging them out for us. The limerick contest was a delight Poems came to me in morning and night Here are just a few For which I thank you If you feel robbed, you're probably right. Of the virus, hed have to be shot! To stay current and read even more children's poems that capture life during COVID-19, sign up here. Lockdown Limericks | Home Her withdrawal was evident to see, R And some lipstick to add va va voom. They're battling to save hundreds of lives, This is the way we sanitize our hands,sanitizeour hands, For anybody dealing with their mental health demons during this pandemic, please remember you aren't alone. Who usually had nowhere to go Their shadows comforting and strange. There was a young lady called Kay Not very good for an adventurous young teen We bought it before we heard that Michael Palin was sending a copy for the winner - so we thought we would give it as a runner up prize), We know that the lockdown is tough, There was a young man from Wuhan, She's definitely value for money! For shed become frigid Whom we all do adore. Once the darkness subsides. Then all is over. He could meet the needs of his wife, a food snob Thinking maybe, just maybe, I might again feel alive. But I learnt how to cook And time and geography and human experience distilled so eloquently in the Simon Armitage poem. and rested and exercised Enter your email address to subscribe to this site and receive notifications of new posts by email. So we can go get sozzled, Val wins a copy of A Sackful of Limericks signed by Michael Palin and a hand-knitted Clanger of her choice. Determined to keep herself slim. Design by, Serious Limericks: There once was an unsmiling rhymer, The 12 Ways of Christmas: A song of multiculti celebration, Melodious Limericks about Classical Music. That made us feel alive. And outward-seeming, heart-unmeaning tear /JavaScript A Lockdown Limerick Written by Stewart Pink in One 2 Three 1,466 Friday 6 November 2020, 8.50am On today's #One2ThreeShow The Poetry Podcast features a poem to lift the moods of everyone in lockdown. ] In self-isolation we stay; It feels so detached; it's such a shame. Limerick Poems - Best Poems For Limerick - Poem Hunter Whose baking made her hubby frown, And live in a pink dressing gown. A virtual assistant in Churchdown Tomorrow Algarve She is also very fearful, You will get stronger. Weve made huge progress in the last twenty years on childrens rights and COVID-19 risks reversing this progress.. Sing. Now I see people with face masks and few cars That lurk all around in the dirt, Its boring to sit in your room Learn more about our work in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Never before have so many children been out of school at the same time. And brighter days to come, I know you won't need me for long, So begins this poem which Nashe wrote in 1593, when an outbreak of bubonic plague closed the London playhouses (Shakespeare would take advantage of the closure to write his narrative poems Venus and Adonis and The Rape of Lucrece, and probably most of his sonnets).