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Are we there yet? I find myself asking the question - not necessarily of anyone in particular, but more and more I find the answer contains another question. Where is there?
Words like "phased reboot" are being used and while no one can seem to agree on the right timeline, it seems as if in the future - near or far - we will begin to ease into a different phase of life. I avoided saying "back" because more and more it seems as if whatever comes next will be different than what we have known.
I do not have answers to any of the questions. I read enough to feel somewhat informed but not enough to go stark raving mad. It does seem if we restart things too soon that we will very likely have a second wave of the virus.
But as for how soon is too soon or any of that, I do not feel qualified to answer.
Personally, I am doing well, but I know some people are suffering both from the ravages of the disease and the impacts of the shut downs/quarantines.
Final thought, we are all going through something traumatic. While it may be true that our particular situation is comparatively better than someone else's, the fact remains that trauma is trauma, and it is okay to react to that trauma. No one needs to apologize for their reaction. I go back again to the circles of grief. When deciding who to talk to about our struggles (and we should talk to someone), consider the other person's situation. For example, someone who has lost a loved one is probably not the right person to unload to about economic insecurities or struggles. But, do unburden yourself with someone.
We have a nifty little shuffle today, and don't forget - a new Featured Friday Playlist debuts sometime after midnight (or in the morning if I fall asleep).
Featured Friday Playlist
