I was looking forward to racing back-to-back ARHMA races this month at Streets of Willow and Big Willow race tracks but as anticipated, they have been canceled. COVID-19 stopped us in our tracks. Figuratively and literally...
In mid-Feb, the horrible news of COVID-19 affecting those in China and then Italy weren’t enough for us to consider what we needed to do to be safe. We knew it would eventually be at our doorstep. When it arrived, our government acted quickly. In an instant, our lives were transformed. Much of our freedom was compromised in hopes for a better future. We're told to stay at home.
This pandemic has us re-prioritizing our lives. We’re hyper-focused on washing our hands, sanitizing surface areas, home schooling our children and protecting those who are most at-risk (60 years old and up) from being infected. Coincidentally, aren’t these all things that should be prioritized: Health, quality time with families, especially our children and a respect for our elderly? We sometimes forget or don’t leave time for these things when we’re in the whirlwind of life. COVID-19 has helped us press the pause button to re-frame what is important.
“Positivity” is my top strength, according to Gallups Strengthsfinder. These are difficult times. I’d like to share some of my positivity with you to continue to have hope and to do your part in keeping yourself and others safe. We will get through this. A quote by Helen Keller, “Alone, we can do so little; Together we can do so much.” Let’s all do our little part in keeping our community safe and healthy.
By the way, I can't be on the track this month but I can still go on motorcycle rides which is aligned with the social distancing rules. I'll be taking some time to do so to maintain my sanity and hope you take time to do something you enjoy during this crisis as well.
