So many of you have been talking about how this holiday was the first time, in a long time, that you finally saw family, friends and other members in your community. Covid has forced so many of us inside for the last year, and many of the typical gatherings have changed to zoom events.

Finally venturing outside meant that you were in contact with others who also stayed in, and seeing all the new pregnant bellies, new babies or growing children was so painful for many of you. It’s been “easy” (😕) to deal with your situation, but to have your aloneness on display, while watching everyone else parade with their families has been a big adjustment.