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EVEN IN A PANDEMIC, NORTH SHORE RESIDENTS HAVE MUCH TO BE GRATEFUL FOR. LET US COUNT THE WAYS. BY KEMMIE RYAN THE NORTH SHORE WEEKEND
There is something to be said about a grateful person during a difficult time. As our communities, the nation, and the world continue the grueling fight against COVID-19 and its ancillary effects, we wanted to take a moment to recount some of the expressions of gratitude from members of the local community.
Diana Schaps of Citywoods in Highland Park expressed her gratitude for many of the workers currently working in essential jobs, “I am grateful beyond words to all the heroes working tirelessly on the front lines: the doctors, nurses, and the health care professionals committed to treating and healing us. I am humbled by the courage and duty of so many people who work with the public throughout this time in the grocery stores, airports, post offices, and so on, providing us with our essential needs. And I am grateful that my family so far is healthy, and working together the best we can, to ensure that we stay that way.” With so much uncertainty surrounding homes and businesses during this crisis, there have been some silver linings. Some people were encouraged by the unique opportunity that the quarantine
time has brought to their families. Joan Lynch of Lynch Construction in Lake Bluff mentioned, “The irony of our current situation in the U.S. is that it is bringing families together in a way that we don’t see on a regular basis—family dinner time. Everyone, whether in college or grade school are looking forward to the dinner hour. This is a very special consequence of this quarantine time.” Take a read of some of the North Shore community members’ reflections on gratitude, and share with us what you are grateful for at connect@jwcmedia.com.
“In these challenging times, we are extremely grateful that our extended family, friends, and employees remain healthy. Fortunately, as of yet we don’t know anyone who has been diagnosed with the coronavirus.” ALYSON ARON IMPERIAL MOTORS
“This crisis has been a unique opportunity to hit the pause button and learn about myself and the people in my life. No one should be hoarding toilet paper, hand sanitizer, and medications they really don’t need. I’m choosing to lean on my faith, family, and friends. We will get through this if we all use some common sense and find ways to help each other.” BRIAN MCCASKEY CHICAGO BEARS
“I’m very grateful for so many reasons. I’m so grateful that after 66 years I’m still relatively healthy, that my wife and l are very much in love, and that we both feel a sense of purpose. But if there is one thing that I am most grateful for, that would be my faith. I truly believe each one of us was made for a purpose. We must remember, hopefully sooner than later that our time is short; we’re given a wonderful opportunity to love hard on those around us. When we do, we realize how blessed we are and that fosters gratitude.” BRITT CARTER BRITT CARTER & COMPANY Continued on PG 8