This cartoon is hanging up in the hallway at the office. A month ago, it would not have meant much to anyone, but we all get the punchline now don't we!
March is supposed to be the month we kick winter to the curb. We normally take a communal interest in the weather: March goes in like a Lamb - out like a Lion. Feels more like there is a panther called COVID-19 around: dark, silently stalking and ready to pounce.
There is a sense of waiting for the other foot to drop. You can't trust anyone within 6 feet of you, in fact you can't even trust yourself! On March 11 in Ontario, we had 137 confirmed cases. Today, on March 29 we have 1324 confirmed cases. We have a national Quarantine Order in place with stiff fines and jail time for those who don't take it seriously. Gatherings of 5 people or more are prohibited. We are all working hard to stomp out this wild-fire virus.
Yet, the most amazing things are happening. Community is growing in the midst of isolation. Some friends of mine read stories live on Facebook. A couple of nights ago I got to watch a very animated version of "Green Eggs and Ham" - thanks Lockwoods!! There are little surprises left on doorstops - flowers and food. Our Healthcare workers are serenaded with a cacophony of banging pans, hoots and thundering ovations. We acknowledge the "little guy", those working gas stations, groceries and truckers.
I snapped this pic stating the church is "closed til further notice." But let's be clear - the church BUILDING is closed, not the church!
The church, the Body of Christ, is still alive and well. The Fruits of the Spirit - Love, Joy, Peace, Kindness, Goodness, Gentleness, Faithfulness, Self Control and Patience seem to be growing exponentially!
At the beginning of the year, a few of the ladies at church were praying, asking God for a Word regarding the year ahead. One was "Reboot" another "Courage". Mine was "Transition." Of course we thought these were personal, not universal!
We are all in this together. Let's continue to encourage, support and watch out for one another!
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