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How is the coronavirus pandemic affecting your life right now? Tell us about your experiences, feelings, and thoughts.

Numbers of cases, hospitalizations and deaths are rising, and this is very sobering. Living in a more rural area has allowed me to walk with friends, to visit outdoors with friends, and this week to attend an outdoor service at our church.The gift of wonderful fall days has allowed me the outdoor and friend activities that feel closer to normal, and each has felt like a gift. Thinking ahead to the holidays is also sobering; longing to be with family is real. On the other hand, we recognize the importance of erring on the side of caution and will Zoom with our children on Thanksgiving. Then we'll look ahead to Christmas and decide what's best. Sigh...