{SHANGHAI ~ March 29, 2020}
Everyone has been impacted by the situation at a different point in time. I mark January 24th as DAY #1.
Today is DAY #66 and things in Shanghai seemed to be almost back to normal. There are very strict control measures and for 66 days I’m wearing a mask, get my temperature checked multiple times a day and keep distance to people.
The only mask-free zone is at home. But it’s ok. If that’s the price of getting out of the apartment, I’m happy to pay it.
School is still closed and we all wait for the day it opens again because that’s a sign of having the situation under control. Yes – “under control” because it’s not over!
Now China is closing the boarder to the rest of the world. It’s a reverse situation no one would have thought of a few weeks ago. I’m now more worried about my family and friends outside China and really hope everyone stays at home and keeps distance to each other.
In my simple mind I’m thinking: if the whole world stays inside for a few weeks then it’ll be all over soon. It’s about getting it under control and flattering the curve. It’s about having enough health care for people who caught the virus. I’m very aware of the fact that no matter what, life won’t be the same for a very long time; but at least the situation would be under control.
Keep Safe, Take Care!
…to be continue…
