“A warm ginger brew is enough”

“A warm ginger brew is enough”

A warm ginger brew is enough 

To stave hunger and thirst 

All after a new years walk 

And seeing folk’s joyful outburst 

Of seeing them in the streets 

Seeking good luck charms and treats 

Despite protocols one missed 

Luckily authorities ain’t pissed 

A warm ginger brew is enough 

To ease some of my worries 

After lighting up the incense 

And praying for my misery 

I pray to the sacred spirits and figures 

As to remove numerous obstacles 

Reminiscent of those seen in history pictures 

Such as those hoping for a miracle 

A warm ginger brew is enough 

To satisfy one’s mind and heart 

For I find it good to taste 

No matter how spicy it is from the start 

The merging of spice and sweetness 

Enough to ease one’s lingering illness 

If not a treat to stave away sadness 

Such as after a burst of madness