March 20th 2020

Dear Diary,

As of today, I am filled with an overwhelming amount of anxiety and fear.  For the past two weeks I have been burdened with uncertainty, but until two days ago this virus hadn’t affected my family yet. Before this week, I feared for the world and empathized for those who have lost their loved ones and have been affected by covid-19. Earlier this week, I learned that two members of my family could potentially have the virus and we’re all worried about the possible outcomes. But in times like these I feel like as a society we become stronger. This pandemic is scary but having people to lean on and relate to during a time where everything seems out of our control is important. 

I’m trying to stay calm amidst all of this craziness, but I have to admit it’s hard. I keep seeing death toll rates increase and more state rules are set into place every week. I just want my family, friends and the world to be okay once this is all over. I know that people are without income, and some don’t have a home to stay safe in, which is why I enjoy seeing positive things in the media speaking about how these people and their families are being helped. I pray that this all ends soon for the sake of all of our sanity. 

China