Sad But Aware

I am sad but aware of everything that is happening here and now.
I miss the old times… I am sad, but aware.
I used to love going in-person to school every day!
Now it only happens 2-3 times a week.
I am sad… but aware.
Wearing masks, not traveling… I am sad, but aware.
It has its upsides though as well.
My cohort in school, they are more than good friends, they are a second family!
I am sad… but aware in pandemics like this.