Welcome 2021, but....
@DocAndersen (54402)
United States
January 1, 2021 5:02am CST
My favorite poet is Dylan Thomas. There is a line from his most iconic poem that I often use. "Do not go gentle into that good night."
2021 is the light. But, we have to stop for a moment. We have to first remember those lost. The cost of 2020 was huge. Massive and we have to remember those not walking with us into 2021.
I am not here to praise Caesar as Shakespeare's Mark Anthony said, i am here to bury 2020.
Remember how important it is to consider those around you. As we head into the dark days of winter (Northern Hemisphere) and the hot day's of summer (Southern Hemisphere. Remember to wear a mask.
You see, we learned a lesson in 2020. The life you save, may not be your own.
Take a moment and remember. Wish those around you a safe journey this New Year. But remember the lessons of 2020.
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@Deepizzaguy (101298)
• Lake Charles, Louisiana
4 Jan 21
2020 was a year that will never be forgotten since the Lake Charles region went through two hurricanes who were Laura and Delta.
I am thankful for the help that came from the local charities that brought my relatives our basic needs through the four week period of the blackout period.
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@Deepizzaguy (101298)
• Lake Charles, Louisiana
5 Jan 21
@DocAndersen I know what you mean.
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@DocAndersen (54402)
• United States
6 Jan 21
@Deepizzaguy i know in my life i have experienced bad years. 2020 is at the top of that list now
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@DocAndersen (54402)
• United States
5 Jan 21
you had a horrible year. 2020 was just bad all the way around
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@DocAndersen (54402)
• United States
2 Jan 21
that is very true! we hope always for a better tomorrow
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@DianneN (247186)
• United States
1 Jan 21
@DocAndersen You’re welcome! Have a wonderful day and year!
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@DocAndersen (54402)
• United States
1 Jan 21
@DianneN the same to you my friend!
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@LindaOHio (174650)
• United States
1 Jan 21
Yes, we will be wearing masks for months to come; and we should all remember those that did not make it into 2021. Happy New Year!
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@LindaOHio (174650)
• United States
2 Jan 21
@DocAndersen Yes. I remember seeing pictures of them from time to time. Maybe it will be our new normal.
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@DocAndersen (54402)
• United States
2 Jan 21
@LindaOHio i suspect going forward that wouldn't be the worst thing to do
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@DocAndersen (54402)
• United States
2 Jan 21
you know in asia they have been wearing them for nearly 15 years!
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@arunima25 (87558)
• Bangalore, India
1 Jan 21
You have put it so well. 
2020 has definitely taught few invaluable lessons and we should never leave them behind. It was a year of lessons learnt hard way. We leant to value what we took for granted... And yes to be responsible to keep others and ourselves safe and healthy.
2020 has definitely taught few invaluable lessons and we should never leave them behind. It was a year of lessons learnt hard way. We leant to value what we took for granted... And yes to be responsible to keep others and ourselves safe and healthy.1 person likes this
@arunima25 (87558)
• Bangalore, India
2 Jan 21
@DocAndersen Hope the ride into this new year and new decade be a pleasant one for the whole world
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@DocAndersen (54402)
• United States
2 Jan 21
@arunima25 that is a wonderful and kind thought!
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@DocAndersen (54402)
• United States
2 Jan 21
thank you so very much! i agree!!!!
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@DocAndersen (54402)
• United States
2 Jan 21
oh that is another thing - thank you for reminding me of that!!!!!
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@DocAndersen (54402)
• United States
1 Jan 21
i wish I could say there are few fools in the world. but...
@RasmaSandra (78786)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
2 Jan 21
Happy New Year! Let us hope this year will be brighter and better for us all.
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@DocAndersen (54402)
• United States
2 Jan 21
thank you! i was inspired yesterday!
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@kaylachan (67388)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
1 Jan 21
2020 was a bad year for many. I'll give you that. We've lost a lot of people. Have a good New Year all the same.
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