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My mask story: like most crafters, I’ve got a stash of leftover supplies that accumulate and take up space. When masks were impossible to find, I was terrified and feeling helpless. I found a tutorial online and got out the sewing machine. I ran…

Before the pandemic, I regularly drove on Ararat Street to bring my daughter to school. I was excited when another contributor submitted a photo in June 2020 of the Ararat T-Rex with a mask. I recently drove my daughter to school for the first time…

The statue of Sigmund Freud on Clark University's campus is caught wearing a facemask.

I became eligible for the vaccine on April 5. Of course, it is a long way between eligibility and antibodies. I tried using the state site to schedule an appointment and it would either crash or freeze for long periods of time. Instead, I ended up…

A screenshot of an attachment that I received by email promoting a vaccine equity mobile group.

This an image of students from the New Citizens Center, a Worcester Public School for refugees and newcomers with gaps in education. This is a picture of the first week back in-person. Only computers, no paper, masks, and sparse classrooms.

Hiker, Photographer, Optimist

"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…

Asthmatic, Iatrogenic Brain Injury, Libra

"I go outside with my dog Tuffy to enjoy nature in my own back yard. I reached out to an elderly family to see if I could help with anything. I send my nieces and nephews cards in the mail. Now that I'm…

Blues Lover, Epileptic, Dominican

"I prefer to keep it private, but do want to encourage everyone to lend a hand and be kind to others. Seamos justos y saquemos las ideas preconcebidas de nuestra cabeza... let’s be just and let’s get rid of our…

Millennial, Queer, Anxiety Disorder

"I coordinated virtual Easter brunch for my family - which included teaching my 90-year-old grandmother how to use Zoom!"

"Face masks are really hard to wear with glasses. Also, I always smile at people in…