The last earthquake was strong
and long
Thank God I was not alone.

The last earthquake was strong
and long
Thank God I was not alone.
I feel sorry for extroverts
who must stay at home most of the time.
Pei pa koa soothes
not only my throat and stomach
but also my nerves.
Thank God I don’t have dementia
like some of my friends younger than I am
For sleeplessness at night
Or even during the day
Prayers are the best.