A few years changed everything 

In ’42
They were proud
Of their work

In ’45
Suddenly they became
The worst evil ever

Eyes finally opened
Stomachs churned
Too late for so many

My family, trampled by the flu 

My son has pretty much recovered from the latest stomach bug…now it’s my wife’s turn 

Abruptly awake 

Weary of microbes cruel work 

Fearful I am next