Another week passes

 

 

The girl's five hens not only survived the winter, but kept laying eggs all though that long, bitter cold weather. How resilient birds are, really. Loving attention and table scraps also helps.

"Resilience" is a word we hear often now. That being said, it's easier to muster some days than others. The weary pandemic drags on. Still we should focus on all the positive.  

Soon there will be glut of vaccine, and the challenge then becomes convincing reluctant and spoiled Americans to take it. Our country failed badly in our initial response to the virus, but perhaps we can show world leadership in another way, and help distribute these wonderful vaccines to more disadvantaged countries. This isn't over until it's over everywhere.

Speaking of the vaccine, there's a big push in Washington to vaccinate the seasonal farm workers arriving in the central part of the state.  These are the folks who labor in our orchards and factories and often live in poor and crowded conditions. 

Amanda worked with Okanogan Public Health yesterday at another drive through clinic in Pateros, where they tested and vaccinated hundreds of people who were very grateful to get the J&J shot. She said the team effort was amazing and this is the most satisfying work she's ever done. We are so proud of her. 

John and I had a nice visit with some old friends last night in their lovely, redecorated home. And now they are getting ready to spend a month in Arizona. (Yes, envy reared it's ugly head.) But Seattle should be nicer in a few weeks. All the trees are ready to burst out in bloom, we just need a touch of warmth. It's been a very chilly spring so far.

Have a good weekend.