Jan 15, 2021
Swallowing the bitterness over the past few weeks has been challenging. We’ve watched as the rest of the country and certain individuals shared in their excitement of receiving the vaccination for COVID-19. It was very difficult as we asked ourselves, “Why do we have to wait until Jan. 12?” It seemed like such a long way away. However, our “V day” came and went this week. The impact of this day, however, will be felt for months to come.
In the efficiency of the vaccination day this week, there were times where we had more time available and times when people had to wait. My role for the day was to be a runner, essentially being available for whatever we needed whenever we needed it. Selfishly, I used part of this time to simply connect and reassure our residents. I was smiling so much on Tuesday my face hurt almost as much as my feet. Everyone was smiling. Even though we couldn’t see the grins through the mask. They were there. Eyes sparkled and laughter was loud; proof there were huge smiles under the surgical masks we wore. What I saw in the eyes of everyone I interacted with was hope. Hope for the future and hope for today are equally important.