Dear SSSG families,

 

Human beings amaze me. We are such incredibly adaptable creatures.  

 

I was watching Netflix last night and I was feeling oddly uncomfortable with what I was seeing. I laughed when I realized why.

 

They were all in a restaurant socializing and they were all seated too close together!  

 

I have obviously internalized the need to physical distance. How wonderful is that? I'm pleased my brain will absorb new routines that quickly even at my, er ... more mature age.  

 

Will the new norm be more space between tables in restaurants? I like that. What about the handshake? Is it the thing of the past?  

 

When you think about it, the handshake came about as a gesture to show your hands held no weapon. It does seem an odd way to judge the character of a person.  

 

Will our children use a courteous nod instead? Fist bump? Thumbs up? I admit, I wouldn't miss the handshake.  

 

But I do miss hugging my friends. A virtual hug just isn't the same. What if we held our breath? I'd be ok with that!

 

In the meantime, hug 'em if you can!