Calm during the darkest times — Amidst COVID-19
This is what I wrote in a deep crisis back on march 29th 2020
It is amazing how beautiful these last two weeks have been in Finland. I woke up this morning again, to find a beautiful blue sky, to hear the sound of nature, and peace… everything seemed so beautiful; so calm — all, amidst what is happening around the world.
The world is crashing, or at least the western world is, and meanwhile, in nature, everything seems the same, or at least, calmer. I have never paid so much attention to two squirrels chasing each other. Even the birds seemed happy, that is, because I live in the middle of the forest. It reminds me of my nephews. They seem super happy:
- They see their friends on Whatsapp.
- They get to spend more time with their parents.
- They know they will get something to eat.
- They know they will have more time to play.
- They do not have to go to school.
So, yes, they are as happy as the squirrels I saw this morning playing.
On the other hand, in our human cities, even the birds and doves are confused. I am guessing they are wondering… where are all these people that leave pieces of everything in the street? They know something is up, and make no mistake, I am…
