NSTopinion With Ramadan and Easter approaching, families and religious groups attempt to find normalcy amid the pandemic.
Our plan was to rent a car and go camping in Devon or Dorset as we had done during the past few years or a once-in-a-lifetime road trip to Holland to enjoy the tulips.What we normally do during this time or at anytime before will never be the same again.
The level of pollution has gone down everywhere to reveal the beauty in the midst of the ugliness of Covid-19. For those who still do not understand, lines and demarcation areas are drawn on floors of supermarkets for shoppers to keep their distance. First, masks must be worn and for those who are extra cautious, a scarf over the masks, with eyes covered preferably with goggles or glasses. Disposable gloves would be an added protection. Masks and face shields are the new fashion statement.Essentials to take on a shopping trip consist of anti-bacterial wipes and hand gel or sanitiser.
All packed goods must again be wiped down with soapy water. The packaging must be thrown out. The same goes to letters or packages received from the post. The new normal now is that you do not even get to see the friendly postman, who now beats a hasty retreat as soon as he drops the letter or parcels outside the door. No signature is required for any deliveries.
Meeting and socialising with friends are something we now put in our bucket list. For now, it is enough to exchange photos of home-cooked food and activities in WhatsApp groups.
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