It Was Always Personal . . . Now Even More

            I was just thinking about the need for human touch and how many articles have been written on what a wonderful therapy the human touch is for mankind and how some are trying to distance themselves and wear masks while others refuse.  The stay-at-home/lockdown order is slowly being lifted. It’s supposed to take place in phases though I KNOW for a fact there are some people who are NOT following the guidelines.  There are those who have never followed the guidelines to begin with.  There are those that believe they are beneath it.  These people aren’t even looking for human touch.  They are inconvenienced – hey, we all are.  But some of us are wise enough to understand that the reason we wear masks and social distance aren’t because we are sheep being controlled by the government.  Some of us understand that good hygiene protects not only ourselves but those we come in contact with. 

 This morning I saw the following posts on my brothers wall quoting his husband on his own wall.  I asked if I could share it on my facebook page.  I decided I would share it to my blog as well.

 

My brother’s post on day 57 of quarantine:

 

“It’s sadly ironic that just as Nevada is starting to gradually reopen that COVID-19 is touchin us in a very real and scary way.

 

He quotes his husband:

 

 “Just as cities across the nation are reopening, we would like to share some difficult news from my family.  My mother and my brother are currently in the hospital with COVID-19 and my other brother and sister-in-law, who have also tested positive for COVID-19, are quarantined at home with symptoms.  Although [Corey] and I have not been exposed ourselves, we do have other members of the family who have been exposed, but we do not have the results of their tests at this time.  This is our reality and COVID-19 is very real.

 “Because there are many things not know about this virus we can be fearful of the unknown, but we can also choose to be hopeful.  Our hope is that all of my family members recover quickly and feel better soon.  We believe in the power of prayer and good thoughts.  We are asking that all of you who know us please pray for a swift recovery for all of our afflicted family members.  Please join us in this walk of faith because with great faith we move forward and we believe that with each day new miracles are born.  Keep believing in the power of faith, hope, and love.”

 

Corey:  “We do not know how this will turn out.  We are, of course, looking and praying towards a positive outcome.  Many have come out of this well.  But we also recognize that many haven’t.  We are choosing to be cautiously optimistic and ask you to continue to send us your thoughts, prayers, vibes, mojo, and whatever else you’ve got.  I do think it’s worth recognizing, though, that the virus is still her and right now it’s very personal.  Please continue to be safe and smart, everyone.  Please continue to follow health directives to the best of your abilities.  You are not only protecting yourself, but you may also be saving a life that isn’t your own.

 

I know Jenna yearns for human contact from others besides just mom and dad.  I do, too.  Especially when I know we are standing more than six feet apart.  I want to hug without rubber gloves and cellophane.  I want to reach out to others.  If the virus doesn’t kill us perhaps hate, stupidity, and carelessness will.