Covid shots and baby steps to increased freedom

 I almost hesitate to write that I've gotten my first Covid immunization - 

and by the end of the month, I will have my second one.

I'm hesitant because I know the inequity involved;

am aware of how many others, in my state and beyond,

are still waiting to hear about available clinics and resources for them

and their health.

Our state is 50 out of 50 in getting the population immunized.

Thanks to a Governor who is a good ol boy 

who doesn't think Covid is any worse than the flu,

has never issued a mask mandate

and refuses to make the health of people in urban areas a priority,

the roll out in MO has been a complete disgrace.

Immunizations, when available, are being prioritized by

age, health conditions and high risk zip codes -

and I don't have a problem with any of that.

I meet 2 out of the 3 criteria - 

age and health risks.

My zip code is NOT generally high risk,

so I was surprised although pleased when my oncologist arranged for me

to get a shot sooner rather than later.

 

SO pleased that, to celebrate,

I drove around town,

by myself and masked -

with a renewed sense of freedom

and cautious optimism.

And I found a house I LOVE.

Seriously, can we talk about the square tree?

Can't wait to see it filled out this spring!

I love the architecture of St Louis -

in all its variety.

I've decided to explore neighborhoods more frequently.

 

Since international travel is off limits, for now, 

I might as well treat my own city as an unexplored treasure. 

Baby steps - and one street at a time.

Mardi Gras Fleur de lis -

doesn't get much more St Louis than that!

Look at the different colored 'snake' lines separating out the floors of this town home 

in Benton Park?

Bloom where you're planted - 

and explore what you think you know.

 

No passport needed.