I miss seeing the random smiles
of strangers
striking up conversations of
commonalities and enjoying a
moment of connection
I miss the warm embrace of
a friendly hug- the one that makes me
instantly feel like you’re a part of
my family
I miss the naiveté of going about
our daily lives without
thinking that we may infect someone
by simply breathing
I miss coffee shops
thrift stores
restaurants
lunch dates with friends
having the house to myself
but most of all-
I miss worshipping together on Sundays
and being with my church family-
the fellowship, greeting one another,
the buzz of joyful energy and
conversations in the cafe
singing, praying,
and praising the Lord
in one accord
…but JOY comes in the morning- Psalm 30:5