by Jamilyn Hiskes, Lansing Journal reporter
Editor’s note: The people who write for The Lansing Journal represent a diversity of ages, occupations, and family situations. I asked them if they would be willing to share their perspectives on the ways COVID-19 is impacting their personal and professional lives. -Melanie Jongsma
I’ve been to only one store since all this happened, and it was the Target on Calumet Avenue. I couldn’t believe how empty the shelves were, but I still managed to find milk and a case of bottled water. That’s the last time I’m going shopping unless I urgently need to. My brother and I have decided to stay at home as much as we can, so we don’t somehow carry the virus into the house. My dad has asthma, so we’re most concerned about him getting it.
Mostly, we’re hanging in there. My dad installed more powerful internet in our house, which should help if/when my brother and I have to work from home.
The cat doesn’t seem to notice anything is wrong.