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Coronavirus
Just awhile back the May Issue of Downhome magazine arrived in our mailbox, much to our delight! It was interesting to note Janice's comments on page 10, "I Dare Say," in regards to it being tough at Downhome to get this issue out to the readership due to the unexpected setback in our nation because of the Coronavirus. This Covid-19 has caused basically all of us, except necessary services, to self-isolate in our homes. It has truly brought a strain on all of our lives. A single senior lady, living alone, told me the other day that she was sick and tired of talking to the walls! I'm thinking there are many who can relate. So in the midst of this, we might say dark time, the arrival of Downhome magazine was a bright light to bring some much appreciated comfort. So special thanks is extended to the staff for the efforts made to make it happen. The Covid-19 has caused many of us to resort to things to help relieve the boredom, including a hobby that we may have set aside. I'm a novice woodworker, so I've spent time in my workshop making some things. I decided to make some Wig Stands for ladies with cancer who have lost their hair through treatments. This is an avenue to reach out and touch lives in our community in a positive way. They are channelled through a local organization to the medical field. There has been much positive feedback from the patients who have received these. This setback in our lives can give us incentives to reach out and be a help to others, even if it's in a small way. Again I express my thanks to Downhome magazine for all the great articles and fun things that come our way each month. I will be keeping an eye out for the arrival of the next issue - in the meantime, everyone, Keep Safe! I'm keeping my fingers crossed for a trip to Newfoundland this Summer. Submitted By: Calvin Perry
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