Same Storm, Different Boats

I have heard some people say that we are all in the same boat, but in my opinion that’s not the case. 


We are sailing in the same worldwide storm of coronavirus, but not in the same boat. 
Our boats range from flimsy rafts all the way through to luxury liners, my vessel could be shipwrecked and yours might not be. Or vice versa.

For some quarantine is marvellous, a moment of reflection, of re-connection, taking it easy with a cocktail or coffee and enjoying tranquillity. 


For me I've had more time than I might have had to aquaint myself with the WA platform and community. I am truly delighted by the level of help and advice which is freely available.

For others this is a desperate financial or family crisis, or indeed both. 


For some that live alone they're facing endless loneliness, particularly those who don’t know how to send an email or access the internet.

While for others it is peace, rest, time with their mother, father, sons or daughters.

Some are bringing in extra money with endless overtime.
Others are working more hours for less money due to pay cuts or loss in sales. 
Still others no longer have a job as a result of the virus. 

Some families of 4 will receive a generous monthly benefit from the stimulus while other families of 4 will see zero income for the duration of it.

Some were concerned about getting a certain chocolate for Easter while others were concerned whether there would be enough bread, milk and eggs for the weekend. 


Some want to go back to work because they don't qualify for unemployment and are running out of money. 

Others want to kill those who break the quarantine and are seen outside.

Some have experienced the near death of the virus, some have already lost someone from it and some are not sure if their loved ones are going to make it. 

Others don't believe this is a big deal. Some have faith and can cope admirably. Others say the worst is yet to come.

So, friends, we are not in the same boat. We are going through a time when our perceptions and needs are completely different. Be ready to offer assistance and encouragement to other boats because together we are stronger, more capable of coping with adversity when others are cheering us on.

Each of us will emerge, in our own way, from this storm. 
It is vital to see beyond what is seen at first glance. Not just looking but taking an interest on our fellows and actually seeing.

We are all on different vessels during this storm experiencing a very different journey so try not to judge others by what's happening in your boat, we are all just fighting our way through this storm. Some have less faith in the future than others!

Good luck to you all and we'll be together, stronger and more resilient when the storm subsides.