The article reflects on how the COVID-19 pandemic transformed lives, with varied experiences marking the five-year anniversary of its onset. Many reported significant shifts in priorities and behaviors, driven by loss and a reevaluation of social norms. Some found new ways to connect and celebrate gatherings, while others adopted healthier routines or faced familial challenges. Key interviews highlighted diverse adaptations, showcasing individual growth during and post-pandemic, from embracing simplicity in holiday gatherings to pursuing educational goals amid personal losses.
It totally changed my perspective on holidays which I had controlled for too many years. Suddenly it was okay to eat pizza on the patio spaced six feet apart on Thanksgiving.
Life is mostly back to normal for me, but my partner and I still test if we have respiratory symptoms, and generally ask our family to as well.
It restructured our family dynamic, and I needed to step up and fill new roles. Then George Floyd happened, and it gave me courage to stand up for myself.
Before the pandemic I had only one houseplant. Today I have more than 30. I still work a lot. I still wake up at 5 a.m.
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