Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Covid-19 Diaries

Harry’s Diary – Day 21 (Sat, April 4, 2020)

There’s been a lot of catching up on lockdown. All sorts of new connections are being made and old ones rekindled. Who would have thought that it would be boredom that heralded a revival of human love:

Harry’s Diary – Day 20 (Fri, April 3, 2020)

Today, Harry needed a break from the internet and information overload. He brought the dog for a walk and was caught in a spring shower. It helped him to unplug. “It grounded me,” he said:

Harry’s Diary – Day 19 (Thurs, April 2, 2020)

This is a critical juncture in world history and all its citizens are stuck inside, more impotent than ever before.

Harry’s Diary – Day 18 (Wed, April 1, 2020)

It’s fortuitous for Mother Earth that Covid’s initial assault coincides with springtime and early summer in the Northern hemisphere. We can expect wildlife to bloom.

Harry’s Diary – Day 17 (Tues, March 31, 2020)

My heart bleeds for those living in some of the more urban dwelling spaces. I’m sure mental health and the risks of harm that it brings is becoming a real hazard in some homes.

Harry’s Diary – Day 16 (Mon, March 30, 2020)

I love that shop workers have now become the most important people on the planet. They should strike for TD salaries.

Harry’s Diary – Day 15 (Sun, March 29, 2020)

My unusual way of looking at things perfectly equips me with the skills that count in an apocalypse - without so much as a thought let alone a coherent plan towards that end.

Harry’s Diary – Day 14 (Sat, March 28, 2020)

Over in England, our colleagues have been tasked with delivering food and supplies. and body retrieval and are being trained to drive ambulances. The gory details don’t bother me. What scares me is the numbers they are preparing for.