An email from Lilo to the Bridge ladies which was the initial inspiration for this diary

In normal times this would be my invitation for another of our wonderful bridge meetings but time are not normal anymore. Life has changed for each and every one of us. Our mobility has been limited to almost nothing, however, at the same time, the offer to help, not only by friends but by total strangers, is overwhelming. The economy will suffer considerable losses and maybe we will have to learn to be content with less than we are used to.

I got some lovely phone calls and emails from some of you – thank you very much, I really appreciate your concern. I am well and still fairly busy although my moving plans have practically come to a halt.

I am staying home except for short shopping trips twice a week and maybe short walks around the block – time for reading, listening to music and also TV.

My very best wishes to all of you, stay healthy, keep up positive spirits and keep in touch. I miss you and our bridge. Let’s hope that these difficult times may be over in a not too distant future.

Love

Lilo