Last New Year’s Day, I took a stroll with my family. Like many others around the country, we had been cooped up for the holidays, so our daily walks became a much-needed escape, even if they often turned into a shouting match with the kids. On that chilly day, I looked out over the water and silently hoped for kindness in the year ahead. “Please be good to us, 2021,” I thought.
Fast forward to today, and here we are, welcoming 2022. The landscape has shifted dramatically since last year’s dawn. We now have vaccines—if only more people would just get on board with them!—and we possess a variety of tools that can help us navigate this ongoing situation.
As a parent, the constant risk assessment has left many of us feeling numb. Luckily, my kids are of an age where they can be vaccinated, and my partner and I are boosted, which is a relief. I don’t feel quite as broken as I did a year ago. Sure, I’m still grappling with anger, sadness, and anxiety, just with a slightly softer edge. Three years of pent-up frustration is exhausting.
While there’s a flicker of hope, especially where I live, I can’t ignore the reality that we still have a long road ahead filled with emotional challenges. I know I need to extend grace to myself and my loved ones as we continue on this journey. This year, I won’t make a naïve prayer for the new year, but I still want to send out some good vibes into the universe. So here’s my wish for 2022: please don’t make us hate you, too.
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Conclusion
In summary, as we step into a new year, let’s hold onto hope while acknowledging the challenges still ahead. Together, we can navigate this journey with grace and resilience.
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