So there really isn’t much to say on day 1 of isolation except we are now in a smaller space than on the narrowboat! R, who always allows me ‘blue’ days or ‘duvet’ days when I am feeling down, is having one himself, which is very unusual and I am not quite sure how to handle it. Having the Covid test this morning went OK but the thought of not being allowed out doesn’t suit his personality. I meanwhile, am quite happy to wallow in a bath, watch TV all day or play bridge online!
It’s a sobering thought. We only have to be here 2 days. Think of all those people in flats with no garden; with young children who need entertaining; the elderly who have no one to visit and anyone living alone. The reality of lockdown and all its rumifications – the hit to the economy, the redundancies and failed businesses. The anxiety of leaving the safety of your own four walls battling the unknown of an invisible virus and all the misinformation that adds to the fear.
And then the positives – all those going the extra mile to keep us safe. The dedication of our hospital workers from cleaners, porters and caterers to admin and hands on care workers, nurses and doctors. All those working in the supermarkets and the lovely story of the lady who is leaving bunches of flowers over London for strangers to take home and enjoy – spreading a bit of kindness.
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