The Silver Lining

These anxious and unusual times have brought many unforeseen challenges. However, with the bad comes the good, even in the case of being locked in our homes and wearing masks when going to the grocery store. Here are some of the good memories you’ve shared from the past several weeks. 

“Being able to witness so many of those moments/milestones that us workings parents might not always get to see has been the biggest blessing of all. We got to see Claire catch her first lacrosse ball with her stick and she lost her top tooth last week. The days are really challenging at times, but I’m so thankful that we have had this time together. Lunch as a family every day and daily lunch break walks in our neighborhood will be missed when we return to the office.”  – Katrina

“I’ve loved being able to see how my preschooler’s mind works when she’s doing work. She always shows me the completed project when I pick her up from school, but now I get to see the entire process and it’s been really fun.”   - Melissa

“Having lunch with my hubby every day and no commute is pretty nice.”  – Jenna Steiner

“I’ve enjoyed staring into the eyes of my mate as we look at each other over our computers in our communal work space.”  – Doug

“I think there are a few silver linings to this time…the first being able to slow down. There’s no crazy rush hour/commuter traffic and I’m not constantly running out of daycare in the mornings and into daycare in the evenings. I've also enjoyed watching my husband work. It's made me even more proud of him. Of course, the #1 silver lining of being home is being with Jack to see him progress each day.”  – Laura

“It’s been nice getting to spend a lot of time with my family up on the mountain. I’m also getting a lot of quality time with my dog, Ella. I usually just get to hang with her on the weekend, but now that I am home we go on at least 3 walks a day, play with her favorite tennis ball on the stairs and she is always on my lap when we Netflix and chill at night.”  – Jean

“I got to make a first-ever special request drawing for Emma. She asked for a dinosaur and I delivered. Emma’s reaction was priceless.”  – Mark