Dental Floss
I bought the cheap stuff the first time I went to the store during lockdown because that was all they had. I thought: “How long could it possibly last?” I never expected two years.
Topic: Physical Memento
“Operation COVID-19 Anesthesia Dunkirk”
I am truly grateful for all that was accomplished by our department members during this very difficult and tumultuous time. “Operation COVID-19 Anesthesia Dunkirk,” the name we attached to our department’s response to the pandemic, called upon all department members to come to the rescue in their respective roles, making sacrifices as necessary to stem… Continue reading “Operation COVID-19 Anesthesia Dunkirk”
Holidays and Kids
Snowman: to represent missing our usual holiday gatherings with my elderly parents and extended family during the pandemic. that was a big deal. Bracelets: these were made by my 2 daughters and represent all the changes and hardships our kids endured during the pandemic.
In Memory of John Waldal
John Waldal, my brother-in-law, was an energetic and friendly 76-year-old when, in October of 2020, he and my sister Ruth became ill with Covid and were quickly admitted to their local ICU. John spent weeks on a ventilator followed by more weeks of rehab but fought valiantly. Eventually, he returned home, and he and Ruth… Continue reading In Memory of John Waldal
Sun, King Cake Baby, Shells
Sun: this item was a find at my son’s first soccer game post covid. After two years of holding him out of all activities, he was so excited for his return to “normalcy” and friends. Finding this memento (suns are something I have a soft spot for) was like a sign that life is looking… Continue reading Sun, King Cake Baby, Shells
Our family
Our family’s physical mementos: Pencil- As a teacher, I missed seeing my students’ handwriting when school went virtual. Geode rock- to represent the extra family time we got during the pandemic, often exploring together Heart wrapper- to represent all the arts and crafts projects made by the neighborhood kids during lockdown Avalanche Center sticker- getting… Continue reading Our family
Riding my bike- “It kept me sane when things were crazy”
In the early months of COVID, the only activity I could do where I wouldn’t run into a crowd was to ride my bike. During a time I felt isolated, I was able to enjoy a beautiful quiet world of trees, blossoms, rivers and birds. It kept me sane when things were crazy.
In Memory of Marcena Gilbertson
In memory of my mom who passed away during COVID June 18, 2020. She loved Angels and gave me this on a key chain. I think she would love to share with your project. Thank you! <3 Debbie Rest in Peace Mom – Love you Forever! xo
Propofol Needed
In March 2020, the UHealth Pharmacy Services estimated how much propofol would be needed for the first 180 days of the pandemic. This is what the calculations looked like: 75kg patient * 1mg/kg per hour * 24 hours/day *175 patients * 180 days = 56,700,000 mg of prop needed …at 10mg/ml, that is 113,400 50ml… Continue reading Propofol Needed
RBG: March 15, 1933 – September 18, 2020
Ruth Bader Ginsberg was Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States from 1993 until her death in 2020. She didn’t die of COVID, but she passed during the pandemic. Wish we could have held HUGE in-person parades and parties to honor her amazing legacy!
