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How is the coronavirus pandemic affecting your life right now? Tell us about your experiences, feelings, and thoughts.
How to Stay Married During a Pandemic • Enjoy outdoor walks--alone. • Take long drives in the country--alone. • Wear headphones and listen to soothing music while he plays video games at high decibel levels • Utilize separate TV sets so that you aren't forced to watch Nat Geo 24/7 • Practice meditation to discourage murderous thoughts • Maintain a secret chocolate snack stash • Share cooking chores but keep an eye on the location of the butcher knife • Ignore the way he hums as he chews • Refrain from discussing politics, financial concerns or home remodeling projects • Pray emphatically for an end to the pandemic
December 21, 2020
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Do you have any concerns about the long-term impact of the pandemic on children, either in general or in your life? If so, talk about one or two of your biggest concerns.
I believe children will lose more of their innocence and become more fearful of any type of illness. They will be afraid of normal social behavior like handshaking, kisses, and hugs. They will become more withdrawn and socially awkward due to not going to school and participating in normal activities like sports, choir, parties, and dances. Children use media to connect and socialize, so it will overtake in-person interaction and become the norm. Children will suffer long term due to the rules and mandates associated with COVID-19 and have a hard time becoming functioning adults unless things change soon.
December 27, 2020