Shelter in place. Self quarantine. Work from home. Isolation. Whatever you happen to call it, I have been struggling. The weight of the uncertainty around the global pandemic and what it means for me (yes, I’m being selfish here) has constantly been on my mind.
I struggle with feelings of isolation and alone. I don’t feel like I have any newfound free time. I am more tired at the end of each day than I ever remember being before this pandemic.
I am incredibly thankful that my wife and I still have our jobs. I am incredibly thankful that we are both healthy and so are our families. We have a roof over our heads. We have food in our pantry. We have clothes on our backs. My heart breaks for those who don’t.
Photography has been a creative outlet for me since middle school and I couldn’t help but photograph my new (temporary) normal.
At the end of the day, we are in this together. I have to remind myself of this almost daily; even though I’m isolated at home, I am not doing this alone. I remain hopeful that when things get back to “normal,” the feelings of togetherness and community will not be forgotten.
Stay healthy, stay safe, and stay connected.