What we’ve learned
We all know that 2020 was a difficult, exhausting year. I know I expected 2021 to be a bit easier, with us well on our way to recovery. As I wrote in last week’s blog, I was wrong! The past 12 months have taught or reinforced important lessons - about ourselves, our community and our world. 2021 taught us the importance and power of connection. We went months without seeing people we love, without a hug or handshake, and without meaningful human interactions. That loss is not quickly filled but it has been wonderful to safely gather, again. Two weeks ago, our church held the Christmas Concert – with both the children and adult choirs. Even with everyone masked, it was reinvigorating to see people I hadn’t seen in person…