Fitchburg Art Museum - Breathe No Evil

I shop local with my mask on

Sadly, treating my clients during the initial Covid Scare was prohibited. After 30 plus years of practice, I had to close my doors for 5 months. I continued to pay rent and unfortunately this closing set me back in many ways.I felt guilty not able to treat people that were relying on my services for pain relief etc. During this 3rd wave I plan to stay open to service my clients. I will continue to practice Acupuncture in a sterile and safe manner required by law. This is standard requirement for...

I realize I rely a lot more on social media to be connected these days. I try to use that platform in my own circle not to add to the noise, but to check in with friends. I often just ask, how are you? Friends from all over share how they are passing their COVID days – the good, the bad, and the challenging. It’s made me realize that we all need to be asked that question, but also heard when we answer. And then we see we are all in this, figuring it out day by day. How are you?

When my business closed for Covid we donated all of our food to Our Father House in Fitchburg. Also assisted in cooking for Hotel Grace in Worcester during Covid. Two great Organizations that can use everyone's help.

I feel lucky to be able to help with pandemic outreach programming through my job at a local museum. It's been rewarding to be able to give back through the arts. Creativity helps heal.

While time apart from each other has been important during this pandemic, Covid-19 has made the moments *with* each other more important as well. With that in mind I've been keeping my schedule a little more open: working with what time others have to help them when they really need it.

Throughout the pandemic I have been privileged to work with United Way and the Worcester Together Fund to bring financial help to the many projects and programs that have been meeting the critical basic needs of our community.

Along with social distancing and wearing a mask and washing my hands often, I've received my first vaccination and will be getting my second one shortly so I am trying to help prevent the spread of Covid19. I have also been keeping in touch with Special Needs friends and families.

Supporting the community by delivering pet food and supplies during the pandemic.

During the pandemic, I joined as a volunteer for Meals On Wheels delivering meals for the elderly. It's really expanded my joy of connecting and being able to help people. The small interactions and smiles (perhaps a sarcastic remark or two haha) make my day, and I truly hope I make even a small bit of their day bright as well. Everyone deserves to eat. Treating people with kindness is the most important thing we can do, especially while in a pandemic where so many are struggling.