When Queen Rlizabeth address Great Britain on Xmas day - the cameras panned through the royal cavalry. I marveled at the trooper/musician in his saddle sporting a full sized tuba! Attention must be paid for this valiant soldier has not an easy task! This mounted orchestra member indeed harbors immense determination. I am momentarily reminded of a cello playing Woody Allen in a marching band - complete with mobile chair he drags along with him! He also is determined to play his part as he sctively marches through the streets! I have served in a mounted guard and during a parade for Labor Day, Veterans Day , Thanksgiving Day J am most grateful Ionly needed to hold tight the reins!
December 30, 2020
My daughter had Covid in January. Luckily for all, it was a relatively mild case. She was exhausted, had a terrible cough, and lost her senses of taste and smell She did not have to be hospitalized. We spoke on the phone every few hours, but it was incredibly frustrating not to be able to be there with her. We live only 15 miles apart but obviously in quarantine, so I was limited in my response. As a mom,this was torture. She was out of work for two weeks. Her workplace shut down and all employees had to be tested before they could return. She was in daily contact with the Mass Department of Public Health who advisedvher on treatment and other options. I am eternally grateful for their calming prescence.
August 9, 2021