musings on a changed world

Part of me is mourning right now for the way things were.

Realizing I took things for granted.

And being ever grateful for what I have now - a laser focus on what is important in life.

A week ago I was in Arizona with my parents & younger son.

A week ago my older boys were in Peru on a trek having the time of their lives.

Just over a week ago I had a drink on a neighbours front porch basking in the March sunshine.

Just over a week ago I had lunch with a good friend.

The virus was looming. We all knew it. But we had no idea of rapidly things were going to spiral.

Heads spinning.

Now I am home in self-isolation.

Now my older boys are stranded in Peru.

Now neighbours don’t look each other in the eye when we pass.

Now restaurants are closed. Small businesses struggling. Life grinding to a halt.

So different. So much worry.

Things that were important to me a week ago, things that were bothering me, have now faded. What is important to me in life stands shines brighter than ever. My family. My health. Our safety.

I am safe. My family is safe. I am healthy. My family is healthy.

We will be together again soon. With gratitude, I look forward.

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