Faith in humanity restored.

I thought I would take the opportunity of this challenge to share some moments of beauty I’ve seen during this time of the Coronavirus pandemic.

For example, I’ve seen teenagers writing notes to isolated elderly neighbours, offering help with shopping, or asking if other assistance was needed. I’ve heard of Facebook groups set up where people offer their surplus food shopping to others in need, becoming a traders market of sorts. I’ve heard of one young couple deciding to drop off packets of toilet paper, wrapped with a gift bow, to the elderly in their community.

I’ve seen people playing musical instruments ,singing and dancing on balconies, to lift the spirits of others in quarantined apartment blocks. I’ve even seen one lively person, dressed in a hazmat suit, dancing to electronic dance music in a courtyard to entertain a whole complex!

I’ve heard of thousands of people selflessly volunteering to help at hospitals and health centres to assist overrun services cope with the growing crisis. I’ve read of doctors and nurses separating from their families, so they can continue their crucial work without endangering their loved ones. I’ve seen supermarkets open early especially for hospital workers, who were greeted by applauding supermarket staff and given thank you flowers.

These are just a few examples, some displays of humanity and community spirit I’ve seen during this time of adversity, which I’ve found uplifting, inspiring and beautiful.

A big thank you to those souls shining their light in an ever-darkening world!