#9 - Kamille Martin
Oh, COVID - 19. How the world has changed in just a week. My peers and I keep feeling we are living in a movie with the genre being dystopian society. Everything leading up today, has felt like one large domino effect. First was the announcement that classes would be online. Next, was the knowledge that move out was optional which later turned into mandatory. Then, I learned I would need to store everything from my dorm in storage because there was no telling when I would next return back to Boston. On top of this, rumors began to spread regarding bans on domestic travel in addition to the already existing ban on international travel. Trump mentioned his possibility of stopping flights to and from California/Washington because they were states with high levels of cases. This worried me completely because I live in California. After hearing all of this, my parents insisted I move out immediately and catch the earliest flight home - while I still could.
Following learning that I was leaving campus I was extremely saddened. I felt that I only had 2 months on campus as a freshman and that wasn't nearly enough time to enjoy the "first year experience". This would mean everything was cut short and all spring events would be no longer. Also, abruptly leaving my college friends with knowing I wouldn't see them again until September, was also difficult. What kept me moving along, was the fact that we were all in this together.
Going into returning home, I anticipated things to be well. I imagined the happiness I'd have to see my friends who were all home from college now and I couldn't wait to hang out with them. However, these ideas all diminished when I learned that practicing "social distance" for the next few weeks was vital. I began to view this epidemic even more seriously than I ever did before. Knowing that I wouldn't be able to leave my house (unless it was essential) was hard for me to cope with. Nonetheless, I knew if it added to prevention methods and helped others (specifically at-risk individuals), it was the right decision.
Since then, I have been figuring out all the ways I can still remain productive - but at home. I wake up and continue throughout my day with my normal routine such as making breakfast, having study sessions, and taking time to relax as well. I've learned how to do at-home workouts since our local gym has closed. The only time I have left my house so far, is to get groceries and that was a nightmare. All of my town's local supermarkets are practically empty and have a shortage of fresh produce. I learned this is due to the hysteria and fear people are facing where they feel obligated to over-buy in case grocery stores close down. This is all adding to the domino effect which will soon affect our economy. Not to mention, restaurants and movie theaters have now closed down. I pray that everything clears up in the future.
Following learning that I was leaving campus I was extremely saddened. I felt that I only had 2 months on campus as a freshman and that wasn't nearly enough time to enjoy the "first year experience". This would mean everything was cut short and all spring events would be no longer. Also, abruptly leaving my college friends with knowing I wouldn't see them again until September, was also difficult. What kept me moving along, was the fact that we were all in this together.
Going into returning home, I anticipated things to be well. I imagined the happiness I'd have to see my friends who were all home from college now and I couldn't wait to hang out with them. However, these ideas all diminished when I learned that practicing "social distance" for the next few weeks was vital. I began to view this epidemic even more seriously than I ever did before. Knowing that I wouldn't be able to leave my house (unless it was essential) was hard for me to cope with. Nonetheless, I knew if it added to prevention methods and helped others (specifically at-risk individuals), it was the right decision.
Since then, I have been figuring out all the ways I can still remain productive - but at home. I wake up and continue throughout my day with my normal routine such as making breakfast, having study sessions, and taking time to relax as well. I've learned how to do at-home workouts since our local gym has closed. The only time I have left my house so far, is to get groceries and that was a nightmare. All of my town's local supermarkets are practically empty and have a shortage of fresh produce. I learned this is due to the hysteria and fear people are facing where they feel obligated to over-buy in case grocery stores close down. This is all adding to the domino effect which will soon affect our economy. Not to mention, restaurants and movie theaters have now closed down. I pray that everything clears up in the future.
I envy your ability to have a routine. I need to establish a routine at home because right now I am so lazy and tired so I don't do any work. Hopefully, I will be able to establish one just like you did!
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