As I celebrate the first anniversary of launching my portfolio website, RDEnochs Design, I’m thankful that my fledgling business continues to bring in new commissions in spite of the coronavirus pandemic. As a freelance graphic designer, there was no need to adapt to a work-at-home environment. That was already the norm for me while many others had to adjust.

2020 will be remembered as the ‘Year of the Coronavirus Pandemic.’

…a time of mourning the loss of thousands of loved ones

…a time of self-quarantine and isolation from family and friends

…a time of social distancing in every aspect of life

…a time of virtual graduation ceremonies and celebrations

…a time of education transitioning to homeschooling and online classes

…a time of employees working from home

…a time of virtual gatherings via Zoom and FaceTime

In a year of so many changes in daily life as we know it, it’s been an opportunity for me to promote community awareness of the coronavirus pandemic on social media during a time of social distancing. The intent of my digital posts was to help stop the spread of COVID-19 and highlight precautionary measures.

It’s also been an opportunity to thank all of the healthcare and essential workers who have risked their lives every day on the front lines while the virus spread and thousands died.

2020 has been a stressful time for everyone, but we must remain vigilant and practice healthy habits. As we face this pandemic together, it is important to advocate social awareness while practicing social distancing. It’s a time to be part of the solution…to keep calm and stay safe. Complacency is not an option.

We are in this together…though apart. We got this!

Shadows of Yesterday

Our lives are mere shadows of yesterday,

Longing to embrace loved ones far away.

But Angels’ tears have blocked each window’s view

While we still long for the lives we once knew.

As many risk their lives on the front line,

I’m thankful each day they help to save mine.

The road to recovery may be long,

But we got this…we’re New York City strong.

Self-isolation and self-quarantine –

These are the current norm we have all seen.

We long for days when our lives will resume

And all the dark clouds will no longer loom.

Rise up from the shadows of yesterday;

We’re in this together…we’ll find a way.

When the world reopens to a new norm –

We’ll be thankful for weathering the storm.

© RDEnochs Design 2020