We are lucky. Life has been fairly normal since May. Our COVID cases have been minimal and all outbreaks have been contained quickly. Children have been at school successfully.
Yesterday we were placed back in Orange phase from Yellow phase of recovery with a few modifications: stay in place order was issued allowing a single family bubble only. Masks must be worn indoors and outdoors. Cases have doubled in the last two days with community spread. The expectation is that there are many more cases to come. This was met with some resistance but there is a need to limit pre-Christmas get-togethers at this point. Teachers sent remote learning plans and work home in the event of school closure, although experts agree that it is better for the children’s mental health if schools remain open.
Despite bars and restaurants allowed to continue business, many have voluntarily closed for a period of time as most of the spreading has occurred in those establishments. It’s all about social responsibility.
Today is a beautiful spring-like sunny day allowing us to forget about it all and enjoy the outdoors.
Single parenting during COVID-19 pandemic 