[Viva] Voices

[pegfrank]

Yes, from Peg. We are a diverse group connected by a virus.  I wonder if there is covid-19 community that offers support for those infected. One of the things that has kept me going the last couple of weeks is humour.  If it is helpful to others, let's also share that through VIVA. And toilet paper… :)

> On Mar 16, 2020, at 10:49 PM, Danielle Lucia <northern.islander at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> Hi Shelly... and everyone
> 
> I don't know what to say exactly.  That is nothing new.   My voice to make a difference was never very loud.  In the past, when I could be physically present, I was good at hands-on grunt work.  Making ideas and plans was not my forte.  Likewise has it been for me as a member of VIVA.  I am the quiet one who is rarely seen although, to be honest,  that has a lot to do with island remoteness. 
> 
> Isolation is not new to me.  In 3 decades I have grappled with HIV, tuberculosis, and chronic kidney disease.   Adopting a cloistered lifestyle was simply a practical side effect of  self-care.   Now we all face an imposed isolation that may go on for months rather than a few weeks.   In my experience, the narrowing scope of a life separated from society gives me very little of  import or interest to share with others. 
> 
> All that said, I sense that a line of communication, this VIVA list,  should remain open because it seems to me that some of you may have ideas and plans for making something happen, whereas  I'm afraid I am so out of touch with community that I don't even have an idea of *what* is needed.   I can only have the possibility to contribute if this forum stays available.
> 
> Stay safe out there! 
> ♡ Danielle
> 
> 
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> On Mon, Mar 16, 2020, 6:06 PM shelly tognazzini <shetognazzini at gmail.com <mailto:shetognazzini at gmail.com>> wrote:
> Considering all, I am feeling like if ViVA needs to make a difference, it does now.   If there are women that want to speak and share,  and use this platform, now would be a good time.  
> 
> I am ok.  I am stocked up. My health is not as great.   I gradually bought supplies, one can and a store at a time actually.  My recent diagnosis of COPD scares me more than HIV.
> 
> How many women are listening?  Speak up if you want ViVA to continue,  I think we need to recognize whether we actually have an audience or not. 
> 
> If not, then we can cease and redefine.  Just a thought.  
> 
> Hugs, looking forward to voices or a reason to stop worrying,
> Shelly 
> 
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