Happy New Year Hon!
Thinking about the holiday events we’d be attending and hosting if we weren’t in the midst of a global pandemic, my mind turned to silver linings. In 2020, believe it or not, there was actually amazing news (Polio has been eradicated in Africa) as well as mundane news (Flour was in high demand.). Focusing on how the pandemic effected everyday life and in no particular order, here are the…
Top Ten Unexpected Positives of 2020
- Dogs were happy. Very happy. “Shelters, rescues and breeders report increased demand as Americans try to fill voids with canine companion” (Washington Post)
- Kids rode bikes to socialize. “How the pandemic has inspired some teens to get off their laptops and go outside” (Washington Post)
- Walking was a pastime. “Why Walking is the Ideal Pandemic Activity” (National Geographic)
- People stayed outside, even in the cold and rain. “Why You Should Brave the ‘Bad’ Weather” (The New York Times)
- Books sales increased. “A Surprisingly Strong Year of Book Sales Continues” (Publisher’s Weekly)
- Comfy clothes took over closets. “Dressing for success these days means ‘Athleisure'” (CBS News)
- Home cooked meals promoted healthier eating. “Home cooking is the new normal.” (Smart Brief)
- Families sat down to dinner together. “The return of family dinner” The Boston Globe
- Exercise classes were more accessible than ever. “Virtual workouts have exploded in popularity—and they’re here to stay.” (MindBody Business) And…
- Grandparents learned how to FaceTime! “Grandparents, thank you for FaceTiming and learning how to use Zoom during this quarantine” (Motherly)
Naomi M. Gruer 
So true. I gained a lot from that time. Our family enjoyed our backyard like never before. We planted more in our garden. We took care of our outdoor greenery. The kids became more responsible. I appreciate 2020 8n spite of the challenges.
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Thank you for sharing your own silver linings! I’m still keeping a lookout for them while we work hard to follow protocols and do what we can to regain a sense of normalcy.
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Yes! While we regain normalcy, I hope we try to hold firm to some of our positive gains in terms of our life balance, priorities and intentional focus.
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Nailed it! Great list. We found a lot of joyful times in the midst of this pandemic. Hoping your bright spots continue and all stay healthy.
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You too, Lauri!
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