Remember when we used to blow dry and curl our hair, put on make-up, and (gasp!) a bra?!? This photo was taken exactly 2 weeks ago, but it feels like it’s been months.
Today I got in my car for the first time in 11 days. I went to Lowe’s to hunt down some cleaning products, exchange our empty propane tank for the barbecue, and pick up a couple of plants for my garden. Then we stopped at Publix for some food essentials and the gas staton to fill up our tank and get gas for the lawn mower. I wanted to make sure we had what we needed in case a stay at home order is issued in our county.
By the time I got home, my nerves were shot. I tried to relax by doing some gardening, and while I was outside, I heard a parade of elementary school teachers honking and driving by their students’ homes to wave hello from their cars. This got me kind of emotional again.
I know that I’m not the only one feeling this way. I’m also aware that there are people who are having different emotional reactions — anger, grief, frustration, denial...and some people are enjoying having their kids home, the nice weather, and a government recommended reason not to have to go out or invite people over (I also fall into that category on some days.)
I just want everyone, no matter how you feel, to remember to be respectful of one another and of other people’s feelings during this time. We may not all agree as to why this is happening or the correct steps that should be taken, but we should always be kind. No one truly knows what this virus has in store for us in the future.
Here’s to the end of Covid-19, may it be sooner rather than later, and may we all stay safe and healthy.
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