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The Low Down On the Lock Down

holding back my tears ...
perhaps it’s for the last time
I give mum a hug

I walk from her room
who know’s when we’ll meet again -
corona virus

At midnight tonight mum’s care home goes into lock down. We do not have the corona virus on our Island but the elderly and vulnerable people have to be protected so it was inevitable they would take these precautions. It’s hard on us both as I try and see mum every day and I’m trying to arrange for skype to be available so I can continue to do memory games with her ... and just so mum knows I am still around.

WE NOW HAVE OUR FIRST CASE OF THE VIRUS CONFIRMED

03/20/20

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Andrea Dietrich March 21, 2020 at 1:23 PM This is so sad, Jan. I do hope they will help all the elderly there with Skype. That is an excellent idea.

Constance La France March 21, 2020 at 11:17 AM Jan, it must be so difficult to not be able to visit with your mom, I am sure she will be missing you so much, oh, sad news that covid 19 has reached your pretty island _Constance

Eileen Manassian March 21, 2020 at 7:14 AM So sorry to read this, dear. My heart goes out to you. Hope Skyping helps. Sending love.

John Watt March 21, 2020 at 12:32 AM Tears for your separation, jan. Fingers crossed you'll get Skype going and you can see her smiling face and she yours. Hang in there - Hugs/John

Alexis Y. March 20, 2020 at 11:56 PM Hi Jan, I know you are heartbroken that your mom’s nursing home is on lockdown, but it for the best. Hopefully you get a chance to get the chance to Skype you mom . PS, Me and my family is basically on lockdown. The kids to get home schooled because the schools are closed. This coronavirus is a dreadful worldwide epidemic. Take care and stay safe my friend- Alexis

Rico Leffanta March 20, 2020 at 1:07 PM Cheer up! According to the Korean News last night, South Korea has just seen the first decline in fatalities and reports that slightly over 90% of the fatalities were people with pre-existing conditions, so it would seem the mantra should be, "Stay fit!" I would not have a clue how to use skype, so your mother is smarter than I am! Good luck! Aloha! Rico

Michelle Faulkner March 20, 2020 at 1:04 PM This must be difficult for you, Jan, and I hope you can stay in contact with her - let's hope this passes quickly!

Ilene Bauer March 20, 2020 at 12:47 PM so sorry to hear that the virus has invaded your island, jan! i can relate to your not seeing your mom as i haven't seen my grandkids in 2 weeks and have no idea when i'll see them next (i usually see them every week). i'm so sad about this whole thing and the worst part is not knowing how long it will last...

Anne-Lise Andresen March 20, 2020 at 9:38 AM Sad ... but an important decision, Jan - Our nursing homes have been closed for a week - Be careful :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Tania Kitchin March 20, 2020 at 4:41 AM Jan, I am so sorry that you cannot see your Mother. It is for her safety and yours. It is scary right now in the world with covid-19. I hope you can communicate on skype. They showed a clip in the US of a guy sitting outside his Father's nursing home room near the window, his Father looking out and them talking on the phone together. Stay safe during this difficult time. A well penned emotive poem! Hugs

Caren Krutsinger March 19, 2020 at 8:10 PM Prayers for you and your mother Jan. I hugged my daughter good bye this week. I may not see my children or grandchildren for months as a precaution. This is the oddest time in my lifetime. Jan Allison March 19, 2020 at 8:22 PM It's quite surreal Caren but our worst fears are now come true and we have the virus here:-( hugs Jan xx

Gershon Wolf March 19, 2020 at 7:58 PM Must be rough, Jan! Hang in there. Peace, Gershon Jan Allison March 19, 2020 at 8:21 PM it just got a whole lot tougher, we have our first case:-( hugs Jan xx

Lin Lane March 19, 2020 at 7:14 PM Have positive thoughts, dear Jan. You're both safer with precautions taken. The virus seems to show up everywhere, so don't let down your guard. HUGS! Jan Allison March 19, 2020 at 8:21 PM We've got our first confirmed case Lin, it is scary times:-( hugs Jan xx

Ronald D Thompson March 19, 2020 at 6:45 PM Sad but beautifully written Jan. Thanks for sharing and love to you and your mum. Ron xx Jan Allison March 19, 2020 at 8:20 PM Thanks Ronald I've just found out we have our first case confirmed, its something that was inevitable but very scary for such a small Island:-( hugs Jan xx

Paul Callus March 19, 2020 at 6:33 PM This is so sad, Jan. The situation is escalating; hope a vaccine will be found soon. Take care. Hugs // paul Jan Allison March 19, 2020 at 7:01 PM we are lucky we don't have it here and they are taking all precautions to stop it being brought in. anyone entering the island now has to quarantine for 14 days. stay safe my friend:-) hugs jan xx

Tom Cunningham March 19, 2020 at 6:21 PM So sad Jan, but it's for the best and you know she is being cared for. This virus will test us to the limit but fight back we will. Tom Jan Allison March 19, 2020 at 7:00 PM I went to see her this morning and again tonight before the lock down, with her short term memory being so short it hasn't sunk in that i won't be back next week. just stay well my friend:-) hugs jan xx