No glitter in this chapter
- Heather Holahan
- Apr 21, 2020
- 1 min read
Without a doubt, this vicious virus gives the grind a whole new meaning. I've never witnessed a pandemic in my lifetime, and it's heartbreaking. I hear sirens throughout the day outside of my apartment on 1st Avenue. The numbers are daunting and our politics have been cringe worthy. I believe that a certain amount of positivity is essential to survive, and I'm trying to read more, write more, learn some Spanish, and keep the kitchen counter clean. (Why is that such a chore?) I've watched more Netflix in the last three weeks than I have in three years. I've never seen New York City so desolate. I've stopped in my tracks to take in the quiet. Honestly, I like the quiet New York and being able to take walks in the neighborhood without being in a crowd. Here are some pics of my grocery store and 64th street with no people. Thanks for reading friends. I'd love to hear what's getting you through and for any New Yorkers out there, what's your take on the city right now?
Being an essential worker is a gift and a curse. I'm caught in between I'm lucky I have a job but afraid of catching the COVID-19. The feeling of not knowing what's going to happen in the next few months is even more scarier. Watching the news doesn't make it any better either. I've deserted myself from the news, the constant bad news was just too overwhelming for me. Instead I've been exercising more at home and trying to stay away from junk foods. I hope that things get better soon.
I hear you!!! Part of me love the city so quiet. I have never heard so many birds singing and also tonight I saw stars out my windows .... meaning the air is cleaner But at what price???? Why can’t we have a New York cleaner and more quiet without this terrible pandemic ? Makes you wonder.... what will it be after? Is this a lesson from God telling us to take care of the home (earth) that he gave us? Is this the red flag that we needed to pause and start thinking about the meaning of life ??? I do not know. What is the deeper meaning of this all???