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

<strong>This week was the week of parties that didnt happen.</strong> 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 <strong>our niece's high school graduation</strong>. It was already delayed and was <strong>supposed to be held at our Nana's</strong> instead of a party hall. <strong>But Nana is still recovering from Covid and has stage 3 kidney failure.</strong> 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. <strong>We sent a lengthy and stern email to our sister in law</strong> explaining the danger to Nana. Other family members responded that they thought it would be safe since it was "only" 10 people. <strong>To our relief she cancelled</strong> the party. We feel bad that our niece wont be having a party but the health of our loved ones must come first. <strong>The next joyous event was our daughter's first birthday.</strong> We celebrated by going to our favorite lake and having time together as a family. One thing that <strong>the pandemic has sharpened for us is what truly matters and what we can do without.</strong>