Too Much CNN (Coronavirus News Networks)

I woke to find a
Lump of fear in my chest and
I wondered why, why

Much news of sickness
Joblessness, leadership-less
Weighed me down, down

No call for help, hope
Goes unheeded as I know
A path will unfold

From the mud, lotus
An open heart welcomes hope
Let us hope blossoms here

I heard a friend speak
On giving space to feelings
Even those unbidden

She said recognize
Their presence and be with them
Release them, sense relief