Travel backwards in time: it’s March, and the world stops for two weeks. We think this new virus, COVID, will be a momentary lapse in our normal lives. Maybe we even get selfishly excited: we can work from home! I can do Zoom calls in my pajamas, take breaks for Instagram if I need to. It doesn’t feel like this is going to be a huge problem, and we hope for the best. Flash forward: it’s mid-summer, and schools are making the tough decision about what to do for the upcoming school year. Somehow, the virus is still impacting hundreds of thousands of people, and we didn’t see this coming. Can kids learn from home? Can teachers teach remotely? The answer would appear to be “yes,” but at what cost? First, it is important to recognize that many responses to COVID and how to re-adjust to living amidst a global pandemic come from a place of privilege. How people view the virus, how leaders decide to address the pandemic, and how schools choose to adapt is often directly related to pri
Covid has really done a number on everyone, it has changed the way we have lived our lives drastically . I never thought that the day would come where we would be wearing masks just to do every day mundane activities, like grocery shopping or even going to the gym. Personally, I have felt the negative aspect of not being able to interact with humans,whether it is with family, coworkers, or even classmates. The feeling of isolation has been present at times, and I know that it has been difficult at times for me to deal with. During this pandemic I have had the pleasure of spending more time with my father as we currently reside in the same residence. My father was diagnosed with paranoid/schizophrenia many years ago and is also recovering from a substance use disorder. He is very aware of his illness and the importance of being proactive when it comes to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Routine is something that is very helpful for him, and when that routine is