They were in dire need of a breakthrough. The year had been a hard one and the last vestiges of civil society were evaporating. Few even had a modicum of humanity left in them. It seemed that it was everyone for themselves. Who could have thought that such a situation could arise just because the pubs were closed?
Padre
Weekend Writing Prompt #185 – Dire in 58 words
Padre's Ramblings 
It’s been a surprise this year just how much of the debate has been around pubs being opened or closed. I had no idea so many people depended on them and put them above their own health and that of others!
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It is a sad truth.
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A pub is a symbol of freedom and government stole freedom from us that’s why.
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Oh, Padre, very believable. 🙂
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The virus is the culprit, and we must sacrifice to keep ourselves and others safe. Your flash is funny and sad. Well done.
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I ran a pub in a small village for many years. It was the hub and everything revolved around it. It ran continuously from 1753 until last week when it closed its doors for the last time. It’s now boarded up leaving the current owner in severe financial difficulties and the villagers nowhere to socialise, hold meetings, run their clubs and simply have fun. RIP The Brewers Arms.
My fifty-eight!
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Ah, but those of us who seek civilization in time of crisis find ways to get together. Open the Zoom pub! 😉
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