Strength In Numbers

We're waking up to a whole new world these days.  It's something we have never dealt with in our lifetime and are struggling to come to grips with; and many are finding even harder to accept. Political powers from state to state are dealing with their own unique problems as well as the common problems of a pandemic.

Young people who feel ten feet tall and bullet proof are gradually beginning to see the errors in their judgement.  Parties on the beach have become off limits, at least, for now. The loss of loved ones has become convincing evidence of the need to comply with shelter in place rules. The term wildfire easily applies to this disease. It is spreading so incredibly fast, it leaves one speechless.

I wonder, is this what has been required to bring humanity to its knees? It's seems so radical and cruel but yet through our trials and tribulations thus far, the thing that is becoming more and more evident is unity. Every day I see more stories of people reaching out to one another, offering help and encouragement, building on strength and faith.

This is just a tiny bit of what I am observing right now.  The next thing that looms very large for me is the state of the healthcare workers and the first-responders.  Having spent 45 years in the medical field, I have a tremendous amount of empathy for them and what they are experiencing.  As a respiratory therapist, I was constantly on the "front lines", saving lives and regrettably facing the loss of lives. The situation we are facing right now will undoubtedly forever impact our doctors, nurses, therapists; all those who are working so hard to combat this virus.

But through it all, I hold on to my faith. God is here and has not forsaken us. Hold on, people.