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15
Date
05/12/2021
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The Bahamas
When did the impact of COVID-19 first occur to you? How did your reaction to COVID-19 change between then and the first case in your town?
Question 1
I first heard of Covid 19 at the beginning of 2020 and began feeling the impacts on March 10th 2020
How is your life different now than it was before the pandemic?
Question 2
Before the pandemic I was suffering from depression, Anxiety and other (un-diagnosed) mental heath conditions. I had friends, but wasn't close with many of them and my family situation was very poor. After covid-19 began i was able to take time alone to work on my self and was able to drastically improve my mental health. My friendships took a toll at the beginning of the pandemic, however I gained newer stronger friendships while bettering old ones. My family situation while improving only a little is now on the mend. I am happy to say (in a sick kinda way) that the pandemic was actually a good thing for my life, even though i am well aware that many others have suffered horribly during this time.
How are you feeling? What are you doing to relieve stress?
Question 3
At this exact moment I am a little stressed and tired, however in general I am satisfied, growing, thankful and hopeful about the future. Before the pandemic I had horrendous coping methods. Now-er days I relive stress by listening to 'good' music, talking to friends, talking walks, doing yoga, going to the gym and sometimes simply crying it out because it is ok to feel the stress. In my opinion it isn't always about 'coping', but also about working through the emotion and reaching out --as i often try to do--when help is needed.
What have you noticed has changed in your community since the outbreak? What has surprised you?
Question 4
Nothing has really surprised me during the Pandemic, not that there haven't been a lot of socking happenings over the last 2 years, but nothing has been so 'crazy' considering the state of affaires. In my community at the start of things there were crazy long lockdowns, a wealth of restrictions and a self evident amount of panic among the general public. As restrictions reduced, schools and shops re-opened and things returned to normal, in some sense of the word, the greatest changes have been: online school, mask waring, social distancing and hand sanitizers posted outside of ever store.
Are you a business owner who has had to close? If you are still open, how have you had to adjust how your business operates?
Question 5
I am not a business owner, but I have talked to a few. Many of them expressed that they have either gone out of business for good, or that there is a severe decrease demand for their products especially those requiring close contact.
Are you an essential employee? What do you do? What precautions are being taken at your workplace? What precautions are implementing at home?
Question 6
I am not an essential worker however, the essential workers in my circle have been : following social distance rules, double masking, practicing good hygiene, getting vaccinated and being tested for covid weekly.
Are you an employee who has been laid off or furloughed? Were you able to get unemployment? Were you able to retain your health insurance?
Question 7
Not an employee.
Are you working from home? What adjustments or challenges are you experiencing?
Question 8
Technically I am working from home, as a student. In addition my parents have been working form home and we all experience: the typical tech and wi-fi issues, being 'on top' of each other, feeling burnt out or unmotivated, a lack of space and quiet to work in, an emotional disconnect between our selves and our peers/colleges. working form home can be seriously demotivating and family members often 'buck heads'. Being at home also means that schedules are either completely free or entirely 'jam-packed'.
Do you have children at home? How’s it going?
Question 9
Yes, apart from me there are several younger children. Most days are a little rocky because they have to be instructed and 'bossed' about in-order to attempt to bring structure to their day. In addition they essentially have to be homeschooled which is a full time job. And to make the stress level real, they [the children's] emotional needs have tripled due to a lack of social interactions. Overall it's manageable, but it certainly is not ideal....none of this is.
If you’re a student, was school canceled? Were you able to complete your studies online? Do you think you’ll be back on campus in the fall?
Question 10
I am a student and school was canceled. when school was first canceled around mid-March there was obviously not easy solution. None the less my school moved online after a few weeks and I was able to complete my last few months of school online. Over summer 2020 I changed school and despite hoping to be in-person, I have spent this last school year completely online. Hopefully if a few things sort themselves out I will be online this fall.
How are you using social media, the Internet, or digital platforms during the pandemic?
Question 11
At the start of the pandemic I had multiple forms of social media, currently I have narrowed my social media to just three apps (none of which i actually post on). I use Pintrerest for inspiration, Snap chat for reaching out to friends and youtube mainly for school or finding at home workouts.
Did you have to postpone any major life events? (e.g. Graduation, wedding, major birthday) What did you do instead?
Question 12
The most major event I have had to postpone is moving. There is so many documents and forms to fill, and covid keeps pushing our deadlines for certain things back. It feels like every time I get close to moving something covid-related causes the whole thing to fall through.
Do you have animals? Did you adopt a pet? How have they impacted your day?
Question 13
At the very start of the pandemic my family had 1 cat and 2 guinea pigs, one of which has now sadly passed. Any way, my family adopted 2 kittens, who recently turned one, and so far things have been great with all my pets. For the first 8 months of having our new kittens one of them got very sick with a STAF infection. This has been an issues that has reoccured once since but we have been seeking treatment for him. During covid this was very challenging because vets and medication was not always available. On a day to day basis having the pets (3 cats, 1 guinea pig) has been great! They are a great indication of when I am not doing well because their litter boxes and food gets neglected; subsequently this means i also have to get out of my rut in order to care for them (a good thing in my opinion). The pets are also very comforting and a wonderful way to pass my time playing with them ect. I am so thankful I am able to have all these pets and I am thankful for the positivity they have brought to my life.
What positive things did you contribute to or notice take place?
Question 14
During a pandemic positivity is becoming increasingly difficult to find. But at school I have been an active member of the community and have participated in global Round Square meetings.
Did you or someone you know contract COVID-19? What was it like?
Question 15
No one I know personally has contracted covid, but a few students at my school have. It was scary to think that they had a virus that could kill them, but I was also great to see how they handled it like champs. They got tested, treated, stayed home and kept themselves informed.
If you lost someone during the pandemic, how did you celebrate their lives?
Question 16
I am VERY thankful to not have lost anyone (apart form a pet) during the pandemic.
What do you wish you knew before the pandemic began?
Question 17
I wish I new how long it would last. I think having an Idea of how many weeks, months and years this whole thing would last would help me be more prepped. Knowing the time-frame for the pandemic, though very unrealistic, would allow me to plan my future in a more realistic way.
What would you want future generations to know about the 2020 pandemic? How would you recommend they prepare for it?
Question 18
The pandemic was one of the single most unplanned and unfortunate events of the early 2020s. However it was also a time of change, togetherness, triumph and a test of human ingenuity. So, even though millions lost their lives, jobs, homes and food; many of us still lived and thrived to share this story of how an invisible virus took down the world and how we as a human race worked to gain it back.
How do you think this pandemic will change how we behave going forward? What will the “new normal” look like?
Question 19
The 'new normal', to me, looks like a hybrid of covid-times and pre-covid-times. Online resources, online shopping ect will forever be more popular then in-person activities. School and work (especially) will take on a hybrid model, utilize online forums like Zoom more often and find working/learning from home more acceptable. Social activities will mean so much more, but so will online relationships. The world will find this new normal where we don't accept certain behaviors and where we now more than ever accept other behaviors. The world is going to do a complete 180.
Is there anything else you would like to add that hasn't already been asked above?
Question 20
No, this has been a great experience, thank you.
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In the absense of open ice rinks, we go hunting for natural ice to skate on, the deer often help to determine whether the ice, in this case the Buffalo River (Concrete Central grain elevator in the background) is legitimately frozen.
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43
Date
02/17/2021
Location
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Buffalo, NY
When did the impact of COVID-19 first occur to you? How did your reaction to COVID-19 change between then and the first case in your town?
Question 1
Heard about it in the news in January and February 2020, fell sick with very similar symptoms after my daughter's mother returned home from a trip to Mumbai, turned out not to be COVID. First case hit Buffalo in early March I believe. My jobs (librarian; writing tutor; creative director of a mixed use laundromat) all went online March 15.
How is your life different now than it was before the pandemic?
Question 2
On my butt more, sadly. Forcing lots more exploration of outdoor spaces though—a huge plus:)
How are you feeling? What are you doing to relieve stress?
Question 3
Feeling ok. Rollarskating and iceskating a lot, as always, probably just more so:)
What have you noticed has changed in your community since the outbreak? What has surprised you?
Question 4
My freinds are mostly rather well-behaved about the containment measures, although I've notice our bubbles (a.k.a. microbiomes;) starting to slowly expand as the months go on. I've been very lucky to stay out of harm's way, as has almost everyone I know.
Are you a business owner who has had to close? If you are still open, how have you had to adjust how your business operates?
Question 5
I am a business co-owner of a mixed-use laundromat that doubles as a community arts and resource center, but our business has been on pause while we await the completion of construction of a new space; construction has slowed but not stopped thankfully and we are poised to reopen in April of 2021!
Are you an essential employee? What do you do? What precautions are being taken at your workplace? What precautions are implementing at home?
Question 6
Not essential. Been working remotely since March 2020.
Are you an employee who has been laid off or furloughed? Were you able to get unemployment? Were you able to retain your health insurance?
Question 7
Thankfully not furloughed or laid off...yet!
Are you working from home? What adjustments or challenges are you experiencing?
Question 8
Yes. Butt pain. Parent-teaching a fifth grader, who, granted, is in school, albeit from home as well though. Feeling uncertain about how I've held out in many ways for the eventual recovery, and maybe not really leaned into "The Big Pivot" as much as I should have.
Do you have children at home? How’s it going?
Question 9
Yes. An 11 yr old. We get along great, even though being around each other 3 more than usual does thin our patience at times.
If you’re a student, was school canceled? Were you able to complete your studies online? Do you think you’ll be back on campus in the fall?
Question 10
Not a student. I do work at/for 2 colleges though, neither of which have set plans for the Fall 2021 yet.
How are you using social media, the Internet, or digital platforms during the pandemic?
Question 11
Using Instagram stories to document my skate voyages and discoveries, and keep up with my community's collective thirst for life.
Did you have to postpone any major life events? (e.g. Graduation, wedding, major birthday) What did you do instead?
Question 12
Yes, many summer trips, and a couple family reunions. Stayed home, swam in Lake Erie all summer.
Do you have animals? Did you adopt a pet? How have they impacted your day?
Question 13
We did adopt (bought more accurately) two hamsters, who have shared with us their generally adorable and hilarious tendencies, including, ironically enough, burrowing.
Did you or someone you know contract COVID-19? What was it like?
Question 15
The few people that i know, albeit indirectly, who contracted COVID made it through no problem—thankfully.
If you lost someone during the pandemic, how did you celebrate their lives?
Question 16
Did not, thank goodness.
What do you wish you knew before the pandemic began?
Question 17
Not to get involved in international dating (very easy in Buffalo, what with Fort Erie just across the Niagara River, and Toronto just a bit further).
What would you want future generations to know about the 2020 pandemic? How would you recommend they prepare for it?
Question 18
It was serious. We fought like hell against the false claims, but we also fought like hell to stay together. The pandemic also exposed America's deplorable underbelly of systemic racism and inequity.
How do you think this pandemic will change how we behave going forward? What will the “new normal” look like?
Question 19
Less compulsory in-person attendance
Is there anything else you would like to add that hasn't already been asked above?
Question 20
accelerated tech development
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Barrett
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Sunset beach Galway NY
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72
Date
07/12/2021
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Galway, NY and Naples, FL
When did the impact of COVID-19 first occur to you? How did your reaction to COVID-19 change between then and the first case in your town?
Question 1
We were in Naples FL and watched with sadness and fear as the numbers grew in NY.
How is your life different now than it was before the pandemic?
Question 2
I have more of an appreciation for the time I get to spend with family and friends. I travel a bit less.
How are you feeling? What are you doing to relieve stress?
Question 3
I'm grateful for outside activities here at the lake or down in FL when I visit. Moving muscles relieves stress so pickleball, yoga, kayaking, walking or swimming make me feel great. It's important to enjoy nature and feel the joy of beautiful sunsets or watching the eagle fly over the lake. Getting hugs from my grandkids and family is the best!!!
What have you noticed has changed in your community since the outbreak? What has surprised you?
Question 4
I've gotten to know my neighbors much more!! In FL we met in the parking lot for impromptu get together with social distancing. People here at the lake have always been friendly however, now people seem to want to do more to make our community better by pitching in together on projects.
Are you a business owner who has had to close? If you are still open, how have you had to adjust how your business operates?
Question 5
Yes, I am a business owner. I could not visit customers in their homes. I had to do more phone work or help customers choose a Medicare plan by computer, phone or through the mail.
Are you an essential employee? What do you do? What precautions are being taken at your workplace? What precautions are implementing at home?
Question 6
I don't consider myself an essential worker but feel I provide a valuable service for people aging into Medicare.
Are you an employee who has been laid off or furloughed? Were you able to get unemployment? Were you able to retain your health insurance?
Question 7
I was not laid off and did not obtain unemployment. I have Medicare so I remained insured. My new business did drop quite a bit as I could not hold informational sessions or see people face to face. I think people just went online or called Medicare to enroll instead of using a Representative like me.
Are you working from home? What adjustments or challenges are you experiencing?
Question 8
Yes. Websites I use sometimes are not functioning or lack all the companies I represent. Sometimes folks do not have emails or a computer!
Do you have children at home? How’s it going?
Question 9
No. I do see the struggles my family has gone through. Virtual learning was a disaster for some grandkids and an ok experience for others. It was a difficult transition for some to come back to school.
If you’re a student, was school canceled? Were you able to complete your studies online? Do you think you’ll be back on campus in the fall?
Question 10
My one grandson took a leave of absence due to several issues. He's getting help and considering what his next steps will be. Felt so sad for him! College was not a good experience with the pandemic!
How are you using social media, the Internet, or digital platforms during the pandemic?
Question 11
Watch a lot of Netflix and other channels! Ate too much and had to lose weight!!
Did you have to postpone any major life events? (e.g. Graduation, wedding, major birthday) What did you do instead?
Question 12
We had small holiday gatherings. It was different but ok.
Do you have animals? Did you adopt a pet? How have they impacted your day?
Question 13
No. We thought about it but could not find one.
What positive things did you contribute to or notice take place?
Question 14
Appreciating my relationships so much more. I noticed the earth appreciated that the earth was cleaner!! I think more people should drive less and work from home. Families got stronger in many cases.
Did you or someone you know contract COVID-19? What was it like?
Question 15
Yes. We lost a few friends and neighbors due to the disease. It was very traumatic for the kids to lose their dad-he was early 50's. Two neighbors in their nineties passed.
If you lost someone during the pandemic, how did you celebrate their lives?
Question 16
We held memorial parties recently.
What do you wish you knew before the pandemic began?
Question 17
That we would be ok with the amazing scientists we have. And that a vaccine would help things come back.
What would you want future generations to know about the 2020 pandemic? How would you recommend they prepare for it?
Question 18
Be aware that humans are innovative and will find a way to survive although some will not. You can have some things in hand but you'll have to find ways to deal with what you don't have or can't get. Take care of your health so you are strong and at your best!
How do you think this pandemic will change how we behave going forward? What will the “new normal” look like?
Question 19
I'm still not ready for large crowds of people. Keeping closer to home may be the new norm and less travel.
Is there anything else you would like to add that hasn't already been asked above?
Question 20
Live your life with joy. Embrace every gift you're given. Share what you have. Be kind and show compassion. Help one another!
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Cynthia
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14
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7/19/2020
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Clifton Park, New York
When did the impact of COVID-19 first occur to you? How did your reaction to COVID-19 change between then and the first case in your town?
Question 1
My best friend's mom, who was pregnant at the time, started showing all the symptoms for coronavirus. We were worried because I had seen the friend the day before, so we decided to quarantine before it was mandatory.
How is your life different now than it was before the pandemic?
Question 2
I have gotten to do more things at home including start a small business making things for people. I play my guitar more and I have more time to babysit as well. I redid my room and I have gotten peace from the fact that just because I can't see my friends for three months, doesn't mean that it's the end of the world. Also, my relationship with my sister is a lot stronger as well.
How are you feeling? What are you doing to relieve stress?
Question 3
Drinking tea, crocheting quietly, listening to all my favorite songs on replay (especially the soothing, quiet songs) and reading.
What have you noticed has changed in your community since the outbreak? What has surprised you?
Question 4
Our homeschool community has changed the most. There is more intimacy between families and we all realize how much we need each other just as a community in general.
Are you a business owner who has had to close? If you are still open, how have you had to adjust how your business operates?
Question 5
Nope, in fact, COVID helped start my business! I sell homemade sweaters, shawls, T-shirts, tanks, dresses, skirts, etc. I had more time to do these things DUE to COVID, so it was really a bonus.
Are you an essential employee? What do you do? What precautions are being taken at your workplace? What precautions are implementing at home?
Question 6
I had a bunch of really well-paying babysitting jobs right before quarantine that I was relying on. Oh well.
Do you have children at home? How’s it going?
Question 9
Oof, never ask that question. The only reason my siblings don't fight every day is because we have videogames and a TV.
If you’re a student, was school canceled? Were you able to complete your studies online? Do you think you’ll be back on campus in the fall?
Question 10
I'm homeschooled, so school got easier because I had more time to do it. I finished one month early.
How are you using social media, the Internet, or digital platforms during the pandemic?
Question 11
I use Gmail to talk to my friends and I watch video tutorials on how to crochet. I also follow a blogger, but that's about it.
Did you have to postpone any major life events? (e.g. Graduation, wedding, major birthday) What did you do instead?
Question 12
My Godmother's wedding was supposed to be in the winter, but now we don't know if that's still happening.
Do you have animals? Did you adopt a pet? How have they impacted your day?
Question 13
Our friends let us borrow their dog a lot. We've had him for two weeks this time around. It's awesome because he's fully trained.
What positive things did you contribute to or notice take place?
Question 14
Happiness. We have learned to find happiness in where we are right now and in our friendships instead of elsewhere, or in some material things.
Did you or someone you know contract COVID-19? What was it like?
Question 15
Yeah, actually. One of our friends, their grandparents got it really bad in March, and it's July and they're recovering.
What do you wish you knew before the pandemic began?
Question 17
How to keep little kids entertained. Like, seriously, my siblings fight like it's war.
What would you want future generations to know about the 2020 pandemic? How would you recommend they prepare for it?
Question 18
Don't be stupid next time.
How do you think this pandemic will change how we behave going forward? What will the “new normal” look like?
Question 19
Masks, that'll be the new normal, I'd bet my life on it.
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Eden
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COVID-19 (Disease)
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Coronavirus Pandemic
Business Owner
Hobby
Homeschool
Mask
Pet
Sibling
Social Media
Symptom
Video Game
Wedding
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Covid-History
Age
69
Date
6/16/2020
Location
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Waterford, New York
When did the impact of COVID-19 first occur to you? How did your reaction to COVID-19 change between then and the first case in your town?
Question 1
We were stuck in the house, but also panicked stricken...
How is your life different now than it was before the pandemic?
Question 2
Constant cleaning, wearing masks, no hugging, no contact with friends at home etc.. no dining out really miss that....
How are you feeling? What are you doing to relieve stress?
Question 3
Sewing, watching the Hallmark channel! Clean, clean clean!
What have you noticed has changed in your community since the outbreak? What has surprised you?
Question 4
It is very quiet, no one around outside etc. we are an older community so we tend to take things in stride....
Are you a business owner who has had to close? If you are still open, how have you had to adjust how your business operates?
Question 5
Yes a business owner, we did not close but had to follow guidelines from the dept. of health strictly...
Are you an essential employee? What do you do? What precautions are being taken at your workplace? What precautions are implementing at home?
Question 6
I am a last responder/funeral director.. we have had to adhere to strict regulations as far as masks, number of people in funeral home. At first no wakes then wakes with only 25 people etc.. we have sanitation supplies all over for people to use and signage to inform people.
Are you an employee who has been laid off or furloughed? Were you able to get unemployment? Were you able to retain your health insurance?
Question 7
n/a
Are you working from home? What adjustments or challenges are you experiencing?
Question 8
We live over funeral home, therefore we have to adhere to all regulations in house... we always were a mask when in contact with the general public.
Do you have children at home? How’s it going?
Question 9
n/a
If you’re a student, was school canceled? Were you able to complete your studies online? Do you think you’ll be back on campus in the fall?
Question 10
n/a
How are you using social media, the Internet, or digital platforms during the pandemic?
Question 11
Zoom meetings,,,constant updates from the CDC and the Dept of Health and the NYS Funeral directors ...
Did you have to postpone any major life events? (e.g. Graduation, wedding, major birthday) What did you do instead?
Question 12
n/a
Do you have animals? Did you adopt a pet? How have they impacted your day?
Question 13
n/a
What positive things did you contribute to or notice take place?
Question 14
It’s seems people are more aware now than they ever have been..
Did you or someone you know contract COVID-19? What was it like?
Question 15
Yes, a friend from NYC , and she died......
If you lost someone during the pandemic, how did you celebrate their lives?
Question 16
At this point the family has not been able to celebrate her life...at a later time maybe..
What do you wish you knew before the pandemic began?
Question 17
I would have stocked my supplies better, especially cleaning supplies. It is like a scavenger hunt now!!
What would you want future generations to know about the 2020 pandemic? How would you recommend they prepare for it?
Question 18
Take nothing for granted!! Every day is a gift, I know that’s a cliche but it’s so true. We have seen such change in people’s lives including ours.. we have not had family Sunday dinner in three months, our children have not come together in months, because some are front line workers. Do not wait for happiness because it can be taken from you in minutes!! Enjoy what you have!! And thank God for your blessings!
How do you think this pandemic will change how we behave going forward? What will the “new normal” look like?
Question 19
No hand shakes, no hugs, I think people will be very careful..
Is there anything else you would like to add that hasn't already been asked above?
Question 20
This is a wonderful place to live..!
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Gerry
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Anxiety
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Zoom
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Covid-History
Age
50
Date
05/27/2020
Location
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Galway, New York
When did the impact of COVID-19 first occur to you? How did your reaction to COVID-19 change between then and the first case in your town?
Question 1
In mid-February I began larger shopping trips, but didn’t take it all too seriously. On March 6 I attended a small education conference (15-ish people). We were not taking any distance precautions, but it did occur to me that the speaker was taking chances exposing himself to the virus as he traveled to different states presenting. I don’t know when the first case hit my area, but one week later on March 13, I went to a funeral in CT, but after that I began staying at home, only going to the store every 2 weeks.
How is your life different now than it was before the pandemic?
Question 2
For the most part it didn’t change much. I homeschool my child anyway, so we are home often. The classes he takes once a week outside of the home moved to online video calls, but because many homeschool classes are online video anyway, that wasn’t a big adjustment. My son’s job ended, but that left more time for school work, so that worked out well too. My son’s friends quickly planned Zoom get togethers. My husband and I miss going out to eat quite a bit, but Village Pizzeria has a fantastic family meal deal that we pick up at least once a week. My husband is concerned about his businesses surviving this, so I shop more carefully than previously. .
How are you feeling? What are you doing to relieve stress?
Question 3
Because we live on multiple acres with a variety of activities and are homebodies anyway, for the most part we are in good spirits. We are exercising everyday; my husband makes it a point to workout for 2 hours everyday. We’ve had friends over, mostly staying outside, but we did have friends from out of state come for the weekend in May. It’s time to begin getting back to living. When the stress of the possibility of losing all of our income gets too great, we give thanks to God for what we’ve been blessed with and brainstorm what we could do in the future to make our businesses viable. And of course we’ve been praying a lot!
What have you noticed has changed in your community since the outbreak? What has surprised you?
Question 4
One of the surprising things is that some of our friends who are extremely positive people in regular life, have shown the greatest fear in this situation
Are you a business owner who has had to close? If you are still open, how have you had to adjust how your business operates?
Question 5
Two of our businesses had to close. It was difficult for our employees to first deal with unemployment, then come off unemployment to be paid through payroll protection, then have to go back on unemployment because the governor has kept the state shut down longer than the government money was allowed to be used. The other business was allowed to remain open, but most employees have worked from home. The jury is still out on whether or not that business will survive.
Do you have children at home? How’s it going?
Question 9
I have a 15-year-old son. It is going well. We homeschooled before this happened so we were not inconvenienced as much as most people. He and his friends quickly set up a zoom get together’s and In May they started going to eachother’s houses.
Do you have animals? Did you adopt a pet? How have they impacted your day?
Question 13
We have a dog and chickens. We increased our chicken flock so that we were less reliant on the stores for our food We increased our chicken flock so that we were less reliant on the stores for our food
What positive things did you contribute to or notice take place?
Question 14
We contributed to the homeless shelters who are doing a good job of helping those who need it.
Did you or someone you know contract COVID-19? What was it like?
Question 15
Yes, we have a few friends who contracted the virus. All were mild cases.
What would you want future generations to know about the 2020 pandemic? How would you recommend they prepare for it?
Question 18
Make your life as non-dependent on government and others as possible. We came through this better than most because we grow as much of our food as possible, we educate our child, and we don’t spend money needlessly.
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Kim
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Southern Adirondack Library System
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Coronavirus Pandemic
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Carry-Out
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Dog
Exercise
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Funeral
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Husband
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Bacon Wrapped Rosemary and Thyme Potato Roses I made. Adheres to what I took on over quarantine.
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Covid-History
Age
17
Date
05/10/2021
Location
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Delray Beach
When did the impact of COVID-19 first occur to you? How did your reaction to COVID-19 change between then and the first case in your town?
Question 1
I was a sophomore in High School when school ended due to the virus. I was excited for school to be out, thinking it would be a week or two, but little did I know it would strip away my social and school life.
How is your life different now than it was before the pandemic?
Question 2
I have become a lot more grateful for what I usually have access to, compared to when it was striped away.
How are you feeling? What are you doing to relieve stress?
Question 3
I feel okay in regards to the pandemic. I chose to come back on campus for my Junior year but covid and the stressors of applying to college do not accompany each other well.
What have you noticed has changed in your community since the outbreak? What has surprised you?
Question 4
People have moved down to my state causing a lot of controversy.
Are you a business owner who has had to close? If you are still open, how have you had to adjust how your business operates?
Question 5
Yes. My family consists of entrepreneurs. Unfortunately, we lost a lot of business and it took a toll on how our community was brought together through that.
Are you an essential employee? What do you do? What precautions are being taken at your workplace? What precautions are implementing at home?
Question 6
I am considered an essential employee. Since the mask mandate has been lifted, my work offers the choice to wear or not wear the mask. I do whatever I feel makes the customers feel most comfortable.
Are you an employee who has been laid off or furloughed? Were you able to get unemployment? Were you able to retain your health insurance?
Question 7
No.
Are you working from home? What adjustments or challenges are you experiencing?
Question 8
No.
Do you have children at home? How’s it going?
Question 9
No.
If you’re a student, was school canceled? Were you able to complete your studies online? Do you think you’ll be back on campus in the fall?
Question 10
School was canceled towards the end of my sophomore year, but my Junior year was back in session.
How are you using social media, the Internet, or digital platforms during the pandemic?
Question 11
I hate it. Especially for school. I am in person because I feel like online school is a joke and nobody focuses or learns anything from it.
Did you have to postpone any major life events? (e.g. Graduation, wedding, major birthday) What did you do instead?
Question 12
Yes. My Junior year of Prom was not present and I can not attend my bestfriend's (a sister to me) graduation, nor move her in to her local college.
Do you have animals? Did you adopt a pet? How have they impacted your day?
Question 13
I have two pets and they comfort me the same they have always.
What positive things did you contribute to or notice take place?
Question 14
During the pandemic I took on focusing more on things that I enjoy doing such as cooking (the photo pictured above).
Did you or someone you know contract COVID-19? What was it like?
Question 15
I never got COVID-19 through the pandemic. Some people I know got it, but felt fine after a week. It did not stress me out because most teenagers immune systems are strong enough to fight off the virus.
If you lost someone during the pandemic, how did you celebrate their lives?
Question 16
I did not lose anybody.
What do you wish you knew before the pandemic began?
Question 17
That it would last this long.
What would you want future generations to know about the 2020 pandemic? How would you recommend they prepare for it?
Question 18
Do not lose focus on what is important in life: family, school, friends. It can all be taken away from you instantly.
How do you think this pandemic will change how we behave going forward? What will the “new normal” look like?
Question 19
I think everything will go back to normal, it has been since the vaccine has been released.
Is there anything else you would like to add that hasn't already been asked above?
Question 20
No.
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Ky
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Covid History
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Coronavirus Pandemic
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Mask
School
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Stress
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Covid-History
Age
26
Date
12/17/2020
Location
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Saratoga Springs
When did the impact of COVID-19 first occur to you? How did your reaction to COVID-19 change between then and the first case in your town?
Question 1
Early March. I have taken the virus seriously and remained diligent about staying safe the whole time.
How is your life different now than it was before the pandemic?
Question 2
I've worked nonstop since the pandemic hit, in order to keep the small business I work for running. Men don't tell me to smile as much because my mask covers half of my face. Also I am more aware of ableism as it's very clear most people don't care if the old, sick, or disabled are dying.
How are you feeling? What are you doing to relieve stress?
Question 3
I'm feeling like I can't believe our government did NOTHING while hundreds of thousands of their citizens are dying. To relieve stress I try to practice gratitude for what I have. Or I sleep for 10 hours. Whatever works.
What have you noticed has changed in your community since the outbreak? What has surprised you?
Question 4
Most tourists and/or very affluent locals seem to think the virus can't touch them here, so they disregard our mask rules and they treat employees like garbage if they are asked to comply. I wish I could say this has surprised me, but they automatically get better healthcare simply by being wealthy, so the virus truly isn't as much of the threat to them and they are used to being treated like they're special.
Are you a business owner who has had to close? If you are still open, how have you had to adjust how your business operates?
Question 5
I'm not the owner but as one of the only managers I worked 35 hours a week when we were shut down. Two days a week I was entirely alone in the shop. It was the worst 3 months of my life and I hardly remember it because every day felt the same. We've adjusted things as needed going forward with reopening and again during the holidays.
Are you an essential employee? What do you do? What precautions are being taken at your workplace? What precautions are implementing at home?
Question 6
Yes, apparently. I help manage a small business. We enforce our mask rule much to the dismay of those I previously mentioned. We sanitize constantly, and limit the number of people inside the building. That's all we can do really. I wash my hands as soon as I get home, change out of my work clothes, and wash my mask so it will be dry the next morning. I don't go anywhere I don't need to go, except for the occasion coffee shop where I get a to-go drink and tip 50%.
Are you an employee who has been laid off or furloughed? Were you able to get unemployment? Were you able to retain your health insurance?
Question 7
God, I wish.
Are you working from home? What adjustments or challenges are you experiencing?
Question 8
I have multiple roles at my company and I have also been working from home as well as in person. The challenges have more to do with my upstairs neighbors playing leapfrog/riverdancing in steel toed boots/running a fight club than anything tech related.
Do you have children at home? How’s it going?
Question 9
Thankfully, no.
If you’re a student, was school canceled? Were you able to complete your studies online? Do you think you’ll be back on campus in the fall?
Question 10
N/A
How are you using social media, the Internet, or digital platforms during the pandemic?
Question 11
I use them to further the reach of my company, so that we may have a strong online presence in case we get shut down again.
Did you have to postpone any major life events? (e.g. Graduation, wedding, major birthday) What did you do instead?
Question 12
I watched my best friend's wedding over Zoom, same with Thanksgiving, and this is the first year since I was born that I won't be going home for Christmas.
Do you have animals? Did you adopt a pet? How have they impacted your day?
Question 13
I wish :(
What positive things did you contribute to or notice take place?
Question 14
I have been messaging friends out of the blue to check on them (I already did this but I've been doing it more now) and it seems to really make their day. There is a bit more of a discussion about UBI which is nice, but I doubt it will go anywhere because Americans are terrified of anything deemed "socialism" even if it means saving lives.
Did you or someone you know contract COVID-19? What was it like?
Question 15
N/A
If you lost someone during the pandemic, how did you celebrate their lives?
Question 16
N/A thank goodness
What do you wish you knew before the pandemic began?
Question 17
I wish I knew how selfish others truly were. I wish I had braced myself for how many people I would come to dislike after seeing that they don't care if immunocompromised people like me get sick and die if it means they can be maskless and walk around town getting wasted at bars and eating out at restaurants.
What would you want future generations to know about the 2020 pandemic? How would you recommend they prepare for it?
Question 18
It sucked mainly due to capitalism and the lack of any sort of structural support in place. People were told "go to work, but you can't have fun" so of course idiots disobeyed. They'd send retail folks and baristas and restaurant workers into the trenches so someone's business can survive, but not without human lives being forsaken. There is no safety net in place for millions of Americans who are now homeless after being evicted, who have to steal baby formula from stores in order to feed their children, who have gone to work sick because their employer doesn't give them sick days and who can't afford a doctor because they have no insurance. I dunno man it's pretty horrifying if you look at the big picture for even a second.
How do you think this pandemic will change how we behave going forward? What will the “new normal” look like?
Question 19
I don't have any faith that anything will change. People are so desperate to go back to how things were, they don't consider that for a lot of people, the way things were was awful. They'll go back out to bars and go back on vacations, spreading their germs wherever they please. Then there will be lots of people who remain at a distance, who don't share beverages with their family, who wave instead of shaking hands.
Is there anything else you would like to add that hasn't already been asked above?
Question 20
I'm still at a high risk of contracting the virus due to my autoimmune conditions, so the pandemic is something that won't just leave my mind immediately. I'm being extra cautious for myself and for those I love. I wish careless strangers had the same kind of respect for themselves and the people in their lives.
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Southern Adirondack Library System
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Coronavirus Pandemic
Business Owner
Home
Immuno-Compromised
Mask
Sanitizing
Stress
Zoom
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Covid-History
Age
43
Date
02/03/2021
Location
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Marathon, NY, USA
When did the impact of COVID-19 first occur to you? How did your reaction to COVID-19 change between then and the first case in your town?
Question 1
March 2020 when events we were to be part of were cancelled. However, we are not dependent on Starbucks, McDonalds, and the like, so we were not in any kind of tailspin during the beginning stages of finding out the world around us was shutting down. My reaction did not change when we had our first cases here.
How is your life different now than it was before the pandemic?
Question 2
We have learned a lot about ourselves. Our expectations are reasonable, our patience level with each other is more acceptable, and we realized what is really important in this time of paring our lives back. God, family, memories, technology are all important parts of our lives and that's what our family has been focused on. Much of the same as it was our focus before.
How are you feeling? What are you doing to relieve stress?
Question 3
I feel fine. The expectations of my role as a parent, and business owner have stayed the same, though modifications to running a business needed to be made. Because of having less evening activities, I am not driving as much, which saves time and money, and I am able to get adequate sleep. Those two things reduce stress.
What have you noticed has changed in your community since the outbreak? What has surprised you?
Question 4
Schools are the major difference. Children/teens home for part of the week and at school part of the week has been the most challenging aspect of scheduling. I think this change is hardest on teenagers. When the pandemic first started, it was surprising that many people didn't think it would ever get here or affect our small town.
Are you a business owner who has had to close? If you are still open, how have you had to adjust how your business operates?
Question 5
We are still open, though we don't have a storefront with set hours. Contactless pick up has been a popular way to move goods.
Are you an essential employee? What do you do? What precautions are being taken at your workplace? What precautions are implementing at home?
Question 6
No, I am not considered essential by the government's standards.
Are you an employee who has been laid off or furloughed? Were you able to get unemployment? Were you able to retain your health insurance?
Question 7
No, I continue to work part time, just less hours than before. And, I'm completely remote (working from home).
Are you working from home? What adjustments or challenges are you experiencing?
Question 8
Yes, I am running my two businesses from home as well as working my part time job from home. The biggest challenge was setting up our home to accommodate the school day as well as the work day, in separate areas where everyone has the privacy they need to accomplish their day.
Do you have children at home? How’s it going?
Question 9
Yes, my teenagers are home from school 2 days a week and in person at school 3 days a week. The days are going fine now that we have a set routine.
If you’re a student, was school canceled? Were you able to complete your studies online? Do you think you’ll be back on campus in the fall?
Question 10
Not a student.
How are you using social media, the Internet, or digital platforms during the pandemic?
Question 11
For business use, the same as before the pandemic. For work, all recorded work is sent in so I can continue to be remote.
Did you have to postpone any major life events? (e.g. Graduation, wedding, major birthday) What did you do instead?
Question 12
No, we did not. We had a graduation party in the summer, outside with plenty of precautions. Some chose not to come as they were not comfortable, but some chose to even travel in for the occasion.
Do you have animals? Did you adopt a pet? How have they impacted your day?
Question 13
Yes we have animals that live in our home. We did not get a new one during this time. Our old cat spends a lot of time with my teens during the day.
What positive things did you contribute to or notice take place?
Question 14
Many churches, civic organizations and social groups have taken great measures to help in any way they can. The struggles with that are the social distancing, shared items, and following so many strict guidelines. In general, people will wait their turn in line without complaint, be more courteous with each other in the store, are more apt to say something to a stranger to make them smile or laugh, or show gratitude and appreciation more than before...knowing that the same things that are being accomplished today are that much harder to attain than the same things we did before the pandemic.
Did you or someone you know contract COVID-19? What was it like?
Question 15
Yes, different degrees of severity. For some, severe symptoms, but not death. For some, runny nose and sore throat, also not death.
If you lost someone during the pandemic, how did you celebrate their lives?
Question 16
Did not lose a family member during this time.
What do you wish you knew before the pandemic began?
Question 17
Toilet paper would be scarce.
What would you want future generations to know about the 2020 pandemic? How would you recommend they prepare for it?
Question 18
If you continue to love people, serve God and look to Him for guidance instead of the politicians, you'll be better off, not be stressed and able to enjoy the change of the times. Do not focus yourself on the news or other media, it will be detrimental to your health and well-being. To be well prepared, have your finances in order with a substantial savings account balance in case you lose your job, have a pantry of non-perishable items, not be dependent on conveniences, and be prepared to do more things like they did in the old days.
How do you think this pandemic will change how we behave going forward? What will the “new normal” look like?
Question 19
Unfortunately, people are somewhat cautious of each other. This is difficult to comprehend after living so many years when you can show your affection when you greet friends. Hopefully we get back to a hug and handshake between friends! The new normal...that is the question many ask. Overall, people listening to the government over everything else for guidance on "what's right" and that's scary!
Is there anything else you would like to add that hasn't already been asked above?
Question 20
We are a courageous people; study the Bible and know where this country came from and notice how sad it is now having gone through this. People of all ages are suffering in tragic ways because they have been shut off from society through the pandemic. The suicide rates among teen is astronomical right now. The government is not the savior with the vaccine, nor should they be praised like they are. Stand up for your rights and seek the Lord. He can offer protection, strength, and wisdom beyond what man can offer.
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02/03/2021
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8/30/2020
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Cambridge, New York
When did the impact of COVID-19 first occur to you? How did your reaction to COVID-19 change between then and the first case in your town?
Question 1
I work in New Rochelle, my non profit provides after school programming we were the first large spread in NY and it caused us to shut down and scramble to pay our staff and refund our parents
How is your life different now than it was before the pandemic?
Question 2
I work exclusively from home, before I commutes down a few days a week, I have been blessed to have more time with my two College aged children but regret the disruption in their lives.
How are you feeling? What are you doing to relieve stress?
Question 3
So Stressed! Work has never ended as we struggle to keep our no profit afloat, and partner with the ever changing needs of the schools and families we serve. At home juggling the emotions of three children and husband has become full time often at the expense of my sanity. I cope by realizing the work I do will help others and I grab what ever time I can for me and I do cherish this extra time with my older children. We are blessed while so many face more challenges.
What have you noticed has changed in your community since the outbreak? What has surprised you?
Question 4
Being in a smaller community there seems to be an extra effort to be cheerful and kind - even when parents are frustrated with school they seem to engage more respectfully. I am shocked by how many want to ignore and avoid what is happening and keep going forward with blinders.
Are you a business owner who has had to close? If you are still open, how have you had to adjust how your business operates?
Question 5
I am CFO of non profit which closed when schools did - we have struggled to keep essential staff and laid off part time. We are trying to manage the cost to repopen against what we can charge families - we lost so much when we had to refund families that we have little resources to start up again
Are you an essential employee? What do you do? What precautions are being taken at your workplace? What precautions are implementing at home?
Question 6
We are implementing all state CDC and OCFS guidelines to run our after school programs at a huge cost increase for masks, sanitizer, cleaning, reduced attendence and so on
Are you an employee who has been laid off or furloughed? Were you able to get unemployment? Were you able to retain your health insurance?
Question 7
n/a
Are you working from home? What adjustments or challenges are you experiencing?
Question 8
Yes but I had previously worked from home part time. I am in finance and it is easier for me than others but difficult when you can’t reach colleagues or be part of impromptu conversations
Do you have children at home? How’s it going?
Question 9
Very hard all 3 hated online but made due. My two college aged students deferred their fall semester in the hope of returning for in person
If you’re a student, was school canceled? Were you able to complete your studies online? Do you think you’ll be back on campus in the fall?
Question 10
n/a
How are you using social media, the Internet, or digital platforms during the pandemic?
Question 11
Too much at times, I hate the panic and politicizing of so much - hard to get facts. I have changed habits to look for personal and uplifting information than news or engage in debates
Did you have to postpone any major life events? (e.g. Graduation, wedding, major birthday) What did you do instead?
Question 12
High school graduation - very bummed as her school he so many senior traditions she missed but the school did their best
Do you have animals? Did you adopt a pet? How have they impacted your day?
Question 13
We have 2 dogs and 2 cats and they have provided much love
What positive things did you contribute to or notice take place?
Question 14
A lot of community building locally and a desire to figure out how to operate. In Cambridge there have been so many donations to local restaurants to feed our children in need - very supportive.
Did you or someone you know contract COVID-19? What was it like?
Question 15
Yes my colleague at work, youn healthy man hit with several waves, and a few parents this is all down in westchester - no one seems to have had major impact from it
If you lost someone during the pandemic, how did you celebrate their lives?
Question 16
n/a
What do you wish you knew before the pandemic began?
Question 17
That toilet paper and paper towels would be gone honestly my daughter and her friend were concerned when the outbreak first happened in China. They study mandarin and were more in tune to the news there - I wish I had listened to her more seriously and prepared my non profit and myself more.
What would you want future generations to know about the 2020 pandemic? How would you recommend they prepare for it?
Question 18
The news media played up panic and the politicians were quick to point fingers!! Every day people did their jobs and many at risk to their own health. I so appreciated the ability to buy groceries, get a delivery, grab take out - and we should celebrate them and not the ‘cult of celebrity’ we see on media. Use common sense, don’t think you are smarter or know more than the medical guidance. Don’t panic - you can survive on basic stuff and relish the company of family and simple pleasures. Doesn’t hurt to have A few Supplies on hand!
How do you think this pandemic will change how we behave going forward? What will the “new normal” look like?
Question 19
It’s not going to change our behavior we see people misbehaving now. New normal will be dependent on prudent health management - I think we all realize what we are able to do without
Is there anything else you would like to add that hasn't already been asked above?
Question 20
This was longer than I thought but makes you think - less media overkill would have made this more bearable - I think they were irresponsible as it caused panic for many people Who then flooded social media
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Virginia
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Schuylerville teacher and staff parade
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6/15/2020
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Gansevoort, New York
When did the impact of COVID-19 first occur to you? How did your reaction to COVID-19 change between then and the first case in your town?
Question 1
The impact first occurred to me when school was closed for what we thought was a few weeks. I thought it was an overreaction, but when I saw that people that I was connected to, however distantly, had either died or were in the hospital, my attitude changed.
How is your life different now than it was before the pandemic?
Question 2
I would say that my life is more relaxed. I don't feel like I always have to be going "somewhere." Just being at home with the kids or going for a walk can mean as much as always running around.
How are you feeling? What are you doing to relieve stress?
Question 3
I feel stressed that school might not be back to "normal" in the fall. To relieve it, I'm making plans for what life will be like if the kids don't go back to school. Cooking helps relieve the stress, too!
Are you a business owner who has had to close? If you are still open, how have you had to adjust how your business operates?
Question 5
I am a family photographer, and I made the decision to close. While I could be doing "social distancing" photo shoots, I'm taking this opportunity to take online courses and refine my techniques.
Do you have children at home? How’s it going?
Question 9
I have 3 daughters. The oldest one has adjusted well, and is thriving even. My middle daughter is struggling socially and emotionally, even though she is doing well with her school work. The youngest is 3, and is having the hardest time. All she wants to do is play with her sisters, but she can't while they're doing school work. She is bored, and is missing the interactions she had at her "school."
How are you using social media, the Internet, or digital platforms during the pandemic?
Question 11
Lots of video chats with family, where we never video chatted before! We're doing virtual meetings for Girl Scouts, too.
Do you have animals? Did you adopt a pet? How have they impacted your day?
Question 13
We have 2 dogs and a cat. They seem happy to have us home! Lots of nice cuddles and play time.
What positive things did you contribute to or notice take place?
Question 14
We were part of the 518 rainbow hunt, painted rocks and hid them all over our neighborhood, and did what we could to maintain Hudson Crossing Park.
Did you or someone you know contract COVID-19? What was it like?
Question 15
A coworker of my mom's contracted it. She's a nurse in a hospital in Utica. She ended up in the hospital for weeks , and is still in rehab. It appears that she has permanent damage to her heart and lungs.
How do you think this pandemic will change how we behave going forward? What will the “new normal” look like?
Question 19
I hope that this pandemic will help us value human lives and being together more. Current events certainly suggest otherwise, but I'm still hopeful.
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Wendy
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