One day, we’ll reflect on this challenging year with a sense of accomplishment for all we’ve endured. We’ve missed countless celebrations—birthdays, graduations, weddings—all halted by isolation and the need to protect one another. The anxiety of uncertainty about our health and those we love has weighed heavily on us.
Today, we’re still navigating through these tough times, especially as we approach the holidays, which will certainly look different this year. The family gatherings and cherished traditions may be absent as we cope with the reality of 2020.
Indeed, this year has felt like the “lost year.” The year we didn’t get to enjoy outdoor concerts, summer BBQs, or neighborhood gatherings. Our children missed out on school field trips, performances, and time with friends. Many of us couldn’t even celebrate special occasions with our loved ones, opting for quiet nights instead.
While we’ve faced significant losses, we must hold onto virtual connections and cherish the family moments we have now. We must believe that one day we’ll emerge from this, embrace each other, bask in the sun at neighborhood festivals, and feast together as we celebrate our resilience.
Many people are aching for past relationships, those that were interrupted or ended due to the pandemic. We miss the intimacy of touch, the warmth of a hug, and the thrill of romance that feels so distant now.
As we endure the pandemic, we also grapple with the challenges posed by our current political climate. We long for the simpler times before everything changed, including the freedoms we once took for granted.
The longing extends to little pleasures, like visiting the mall or the library, or simply seeing someone’s smile as they speak. We miss the beach, the charm of cold winters, and even the hustle and bustle of city life. Being around other people, even those we may not fully enjoy, is something we took for granted.
The struggle of working from home while managing our children’s remote learning has tested our patience and resolve. We yearn for quiet moments alone, but when they come, we find ourselves at a loss for what to do with the stillness.
Indeed, 2020 has turned our lives upside down, stripping us of the connections and interactions we relied on. We’ve forgotten how to socialize in person and how to relish the energy of a crowd. We’re caught in a limbo, a COVID purgatory, where the familiar feels alien.
But we remain hopeful that with a new administration, we can find a better path to overcoming this pandemic, allowing us to look forward to hosting lively neighborhood block parties and ensuring our children can enjoy their special days with joy and laughter.
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In summary, the year 2020 has taken so much from us, leaving us yearning for the connections, experiences, and simple interactions that once filled our lives with joy. As we navigate through these challenging times, we remain hopeful for a brighter future filled with laughter, togetherness, and the return of our cherished traditions.