I haven't written since Landon was in the NICU but feel an urge to get my thoughts down. A week ago, at work, we began preparation for the Corona-virus COVID-19. As maintainers, most of my coworkers and I joked around about it however I stressed the importance of staying healthy for those with lowered immune systems, including premature babies. While we don't know the outcome of this situation yet, I hope and pray that people take the precautions necessary to stay healthy and social distance from others. The boys are in Texas this week and I cannot express the anxiety I feel at not being with them and the possibility of them, especially Landon being exposed. I have several family members that are also susceptible due to on-going medical issues and worry that this terrible pandemic will effect them.
In an attempt to due some good, I tried to donate candy, treats and word books to the local veterans hospital. However, they had already taken steps to prevent the spread of the disease and were completely on lock down. While I understand, I was disheartened that I could not gift a small token of my appreciation and sentiments to them. During this time of uncertainty in the world, I feel we need to come together the most...yet we are told to social distance. How can we come together if we can't "be" together? We need to get creative. I have started sending cards again. I am not sure how long the post office will continue to run by I use an App called TouchNote to send pictures and cards to loved ones. While we can't volunteer, one way I am helping the community is going around the neighborhood with the boys and collecting trash/debris off the streets. This used to be a weekly occurrence with my boys that we haven't done since moving to Missouri.
I urge you all to find one way to connect with your friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers.
In an attempt to due some good, I tried to donate candy, treats and word books to the local veterans hospital. However, they had already taken steps to prevent the spread of the disease and were completely on lock down. While I understand, I was disheartened that I could not gift a small token of my appreciation and sentiments to them. During this time of uncertainty in the world, I feel we need to come together the most...yet we are told to social distance. How can we come together if we can't "be" together? We need to get creative. I have started sending cards again. I am not sure how long the post office will continue to run by I use an App called TouchNote to send pictures and cards to loved ones. While we can't volunteer, one way I am helping the community is going around the neighborhood with the boys and collecting trash/debris off the streets. This used to be a weekly occurrence with my boys that we haven't done since moving to Missouri.
I urge you all to find one way to connect with your friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers.
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