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

This week was the week of parties that didnt happen. I am glad they didnt for the safety of my family but it still put a damper on events that were to be joyous. The first event was our niece's high school graduation. It was already delayed and was supposed to be held at our Nana's instead of a party hall. But Nana is still recovering from Covid and has stage 3 kidney failure. Of course she welcomed the party at her home even though it would be a lot of work for her and expose her to 10 people who may or may not be observing the social distancing rules. We sent a lengthy and stern email to our sister in law explaining the danger to Nana. Other family members responded that they thought it would be safe since it was "only" 10 people. To our relief she cancelled the party. We feel bad that our niece wont be having a party but the health of our loved ones must come first. The next joyous event was our daughter's first birthday. We celebrated by going to our favorite lake and having time together as a family. One thing that the pandemic has sharpened for us is what truly matters and what we can do without.