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Category: An American In Italy During Coronavirus
Coronavirus in Italy, Part 2: Death, Age, and Identity
“These are our great elderly who are dying. That they should go like this, it’s deeply unjust.” [1] According to statista.com, as of last night there are now almost 60,000 reported cases of Covid-19 in Italy. 74% of those infected are over the age… Continue Reading “Coronavirus in Italy, Part 2: Death, Age, and Identity”
On a Lighter Note…
I Found Kleenex! Now, just to be clear, because I wasn’t before, you can find facial tissue in Italy. In small packs. The kind you stuff in your pocket or purse so you don’t look like Grandma with a wad curled up in her… Continue Reading “On a Lighter Note…”
The Ultimatum: Stay or Leave?
The State Department is advising all United States citizens abroad: return home now or stay where you are and wait out this pandemic. If you stay, “you may be forced to remain outside of the United States for an indefinite period of time.” So,… Continue Reading “The Ultimatum: Stay or Leave?”
Quick Video Update
Hey, I’m new to this whole video thing, so this is rough. But at least it’s short! There’s more I would have said, or would have said differently. Point is: there are still 7 states that have not enacted any regulations & restrictions during… Continue Reading “Quick Video Update”
Following the law / Italy during the Coronovirus
According to Italian law, enacted on the 9th of March, 2020, you are no longer allowed to leave your dwelling, to go out, stroll the streets. No gathering in parks, no chatting with neighbors on street corners or at the local bar (for coffee).… Continue Reading “Following the law / Italy during the Coronovirus”
On Being Alone
13 March 2020 Adulting is hard. No doubt about it, There are absolutely days when being an adult can feel overwhelming. And yes, there are times when I wish I had someone – a partner – to help me make decisions. This is not… Continue Reading “On Being Alone”
The beginning
10 March 2020 It was never my intention to stay in touch. Six weeks in Italy and I wanted to disconnect, to fully immerse myself in this place where I had never been. I wanted to discover new things, things I had read about,… Continue Reading “The beginning”
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