Since the Pandemic, I heard about people who have experienced having the Covid-19 virus. Some people I knew personally, and some were extended family members. This time around I had my own experience with this virus. I knew I could see my children and family on different platforms of video chats whenever I want. After being in isolation for fourteen days, the things that I never thought I would miss became so vital to me. Not being able to physically come in contact with others led to loneliness, and feeling depressed during my quarantine. During the season of my illness, I felt like I didn’t really know when it would end. I questioned myself, will this really end in two weeks. I was reminded that “This Too Shall Pass”.

Some days I felt the strength of people’s prayers working on my behalf, which gave me hope. There were also days due to the virus in my body, I didn’t feel as hopeful. I felt that this virus was made to wipe mankind out, and it was nothing compared to the Flu virus.

On the last day of my quarantine, my youngest child asks me for a hug. As tears welled up in my eyes, I reflected on the last time I felt his embrace. As I squeezed my daughter’s arm, I can feel her energy being transferred to me. A warm sensation of thankfulness filled my heart as tears rolled down my cheeks. It felt so good to be that close to my family again(even if it was in a mask). I missed all these minute things that I did on a daily basis. I never gave thought to the what if I could no longer until now.

The Covid Virus has reminded me to give thanks for everything, and to embrace the things I cannot change. Be grateful for the things I get to perform, and see it as an opportunity instead of a chore. I was also reminded again to write for me or that one person out there that might need to hear this. Continue to be thankful for your loved ones and the time you have with them.

Circumstances and situation birth Thankfulness. What have you been going through recently that has prompted you to give thanks? Please comment and share below.