Hitherto ... Sick

Today’s word is “hitherto” ...  up to this time; until now. (Dictionary.com)

Sick

Hitherto this moment,

Did you ever think,

You’d hide behind a mask,

And stay nearby a sink?

That you wouldn’t hug a friend,

Nor see a stranger’s smile,

Couldn’t sing a song of hope,

Even for a little while?

That your life would change,

For all the days that you could see,

Until you realize,

This day’s where you’ll always be.

Anne Selleck

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