So, I don’t need to tell anyone about the Corona virus. Everyone is as updated on it as me. In fact, more than kids, parents are. And this is why I am writing this piece. A plea from everyone like me. A plea from all the kids.
All of us know that the virus has gripped the nation, and in fact the whole world. And one of its consequences has been that our parents have spent a lot of their time talking about the number of cases in different parts of the country. Now, try looking at it from a child’s perspective. While we want to spend some time with you, you are causing yourself headaches, worrying about how this virus is spreading.
Honestly, murmuring the number of cases in India, or “Corona virus cases in India today” being top of your Google search history, is frustrating US kids. We know you are worried, but for once, please calm down. We know you are concerned, and for a good reason, that too, but it is getting too much. The word Corona Virus is causing us to get irritated. And, in addition to that, asking us to write about a poem about how we feel about it, its not fair to us. So please, calm down.
And one more thing. I know a lot of people are actually enjoying this Lockdown. And they have all reasons to. But, some of us are not. You know why? Because if this Lockdown, actually this Corona Virus would not have happened, maybe we would have gone to school, and met our friends. Maybe I would have enjoyed my brother’s thread ceremony. Maybe one of my cousins would have gone to the US. Maybe I would have gone to play tennis for two hours, enjoying my freedom.
So, please, understand if we get frustrated sometimes. Its natural. And if we don’t like it, please don’t try to convince us that this lockdown is an amazing opportunity for all of us to spend time together. And please don’t get obsessed with the Corona virus. Because even though it is gripping the nation, for once, try and look the other way.
Sincerely,
The frustrated kids…
June 1, 2020 at 3:18 am
Thankfully my parents aren’t the “tiger parent” type. I love them dearly, but like you (or from what I read) it often is hard to keep smiling. At first I loved the “break” cause I living basically summer. But as the days went on and school picked up, I found myself struggling. With family and school, not that it was too much work etc. I was just stuck in the never ending cycle of sh*t (excuse my language), homework stupid teachers and troubles UGH lol! What I found helpful was to read, just stop with the screen, I was getting even more addicted, take time to look at the (natural) beauty around us and truly for once appreciate that these memories, times, and earth will not stay the same… I know it’s hard. Remember, you are not alone, look to what make you happy and peaceful! Best of wishes! 🍂🍃🌱🌿🌷🌹🌺
April 11, 2020 at 10:21 am
Humans have always followed rules as per their convenience and never ever been forced to.This lockdown has forced mankind to STAY IN and abide by some rules just to save mankind from extinction.The luxuries of life which we had taken for granted, now have started making sense to many.Blogger try to take some time by yourself and figure out the positive things about this lockdown. Whatever you resist,it persist.So just go ahead and accept it you will see your frustration will melt down.Try practicing it and let me know.
To my knowledge,I see many of the hidden talents of this NextGen evolving with in Corona effect amd Lockdown mode.
Think positive,write positive but don’t be positive.😜😘
April 9, 2020 at 9:25 am
I am totally with you Trishu on this. This lock down is indeed frustrating and people are enjoying at home .This should go, immediately, without further delay.
Except that 1 Tambola game we played, everything else about this lock down has been gloomy.((
April 8, 2020 at 12:30 pm
I totally agree to this.This virus has impacted everyone’s life.Everyone has fear,stress and frustration in their heart.This is not some struggle between kids and parents.Even I’m a kid.School is like a second home for me.Most of my day,or to be correct,most of my life is spent there.This virus has deprived us of our freedom and social bonds. It’s just not the same.And thinking more about this virus just makes it worse.Writing about it is EVEN worse.These are tough times.We have to take care of ourselves and our family. We have to go through this together.I guess we have to hold hands without the ‘holding hands’ part.🙂
April 8, 2020 at 4:54 am
I think this is a daily struggle between parents and a teenager, which is just magnified by this situation. So my advice is hang in there, and enjoy your mom’s cooking while it lasts (the silver lining 😊)
April 7, 2020 at 8:14 pm
Well, I can understand your plight. These are extraordinary times and we, as parents are as clueless as anybody else. And in our confusion and even sometimes to seek solace we try to be on top of things and this is why we try to investigate more, dig up more. As adults our quest is always to be in control and this situation has totally spiraled out of everyone’s control. We are hapless or rather helpless. And this manifests into all the actions that you have so aptly put down. I agree we are all in a big soup. But whether we want to spoil the soup with an overdose of salt or keep it just right, is our own choice. And I agree with you, too much information leads to overthinking. And in today’s world where we are overwhelmed by information, it becomes difficult to differentiate between facts and fables. So, as a responsible individual we should try sticking to facts and keep things simple. Every story has two sides to it. This, Trisha is our side. By the way , whoever asked you to write a poem about how you feel about the virus, be assured, has already succumbed to a viral attack on his intellect 😁. There are more beautiful things in life to feel about, to glorify and to romanticize. So, my girl, write about a beautiful sunset on a beach or a bright day by the pool. That’s what we need now ! Love you 😘
Yours lovingly,
Befuddled parents
April 7, 2020 at 2:36 pm
Oh No, being frustrated is not natural. It’s the way you chose to respond to an external situation. Situations outside cannot be always the way you want but your internal situation should always be the way you want. This is the only difference between a Human Being and an Animal. We have the option to live our life consciously. Since we have lived our life compulsively, living consciously is becoming difficult. If we are born as a human beings, it’s our responsibility to live consciously and that is we choose to live life exuberantly. Let your happiness be an infection dear.
April 7, 2020 at 2:08 pm
This is a brutally honest post. These are unfiltered thoughts, so your opinion is considered valuable