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This is a photo of me starting my balloon garland for L’s birthday. As many kids her age, she hasn’t had a real birthday party since she was 2. This year, she is attending preK and we determined that we were comfortable having a few kids from her class to our home for a real party. WHT a joy to hear their laughter and shrieks of joy throughout the house for a few hours! It really warmed our hearts. This also brought the return of what A describes as my “way-too-intense” party planning, which obviously includes a balloon arch as pictures above. What can I say? I love entertaining and it allows me to be creative and make people happy in a fun atmosphere. After two tough years of pandemic (which of course is ongoing and we have to live with), it felt great to be able to allow L and her friends to experience some joy. The late-night prep work was all worth it!
December 7, 2022
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Think about the people closest to you. Tell us about how the coronavirus has affected them, and their life.
I would say that my relatives in the Philippines were hit hard, the country to begin with didnt have a lot of access to the vaccination, until recently more and more countries are helping them, its tough to say what choice do they have with regards to getting the vaccine, its more on they have to get vaccinated in order to survive. They have so many rules, they have to wear face mask and face shield . Only one of the family members are allowed to go to any place( esp grocery)and they have to get an id to do it. There mental health were really hit hard, i feel bad for them, they have curfews and have to wear double protection. The panicked, the scardness were too much for them
October 19, 2021