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Let's talk about money. Are you and those close to you able to pay your bills these days? Has this changed lately?
Money hasn't been a problem as I have been able to work remotely through the pandemic Access to goods, though, was an ongoing problem in 2020 There were mysterious shortages of usually reliable supplies: hand soap, toilet paper, flour, yeast, rye flour, and chicken thighs It was extra upsetting when I would have to wait outside for the number of patrons to exit so that new ones could go in, only to find that the thing I had counted on re-stocking, was not available My parents are hoarders Before the pandemic, I used to criticize my parents for stockpiling cases of toilet paper There were only two of them, and they had four cases in reserve I thought, even if there was a harbor strike, they had enough toilet paper to last for years Then this pandemic struck, and I thought, maybe my parents had a point Those four cases of toilet paper didn't look so nutty after all
November 1, 2021
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We hear a lot these days about the economic impact of the pandemic. Has this been on your mind? If so, tell us what you're thinking.
I have thought a lot about the economic impact of the pandemic. When I think about it, I mostly feel guilt because my household has been secure and comfortable this whole time. However, I know that others are not. My husband and I both have post-graduate degrees and have received our full salaries throughout the pandemic. We have two fridges, a deep freezer, and shelves full of food. We can order take-out whenever we want, and we can buy any new gadget or clothing we feel like buying. We have a lot of privilege, and we realize it. We know not everyone does, but we don't know how to make a difference for others except by donating to charities.
May 28, 2021