It really looks as if the federal government is going to tighten our pandemic travel rules, a lot. The prime minister is being pushed that way, and, I think, is leaning that way. That means no travelling at all, either nationally or internationally.

Although I’ve hit a bit of a patience wall, I’m in favour of it. I want to do what’s in the best interests of the vulnerable. And the sooner we hunker down, the more we can control this wretched virus, and together with the vaccines, that means …

… going to a restaurant! Inside!

What else?

Meeting with family and friends! And being able to hug!

No masks! Hot, soggy, fogging-up-the-glasses uncomfortable. If I never have to wear a mask again, I’ll be very thankful.

And lastly, but definitely not leastly, just being able to live without covid. Without worrying about loved ones, without thinking of all the safeties you have to do to go to the grocery store, … without worrying about my son, the paramedic.

I was lately reminded that nothing lasts forever, including a pandemic. So yes, this, too, shall pass.

We have to continue to be patient. And safety conscious. And thankful for essential workers of all kinds.

It will end.

What do you look forward to the most?