Remember them

So many lives have been lost due to COVID-19 - the number is changing by the minute.  Because of the virus and the risk in holding gatherings, the typical memorials and funerals are not happening.  Remember them though.  Remember that they were here.

This week I learned that two more people I knew had passed away due to complications from COVID-19.  Two more added to an already long list.  In many cases these days, people are dying all alone, instead of being surrounded by family and friends.  The support of loved ones is a critical part of healthcare and healing.  It is also an important part of dying.

Earlier this week, I watched a CNN report that show people gathering outdoors for a funeral.  The kept space between each other and they also wore masks.  The daughter of the deceased said to the camera "Don't let this happen to your family.  Take this virus seriously.  Wear a mask.  Practice distancing.  Wash your hands."  She was weeping as she said this.

Remember our dead.  Help stop the growing number.  Care about these individuals and care about there families.  COVID-19 is real.