![]() Though Rosen was likely among the first large group to fall ill (he was 74 when infected, in March 2020), he was also a father with children still at home, and a vibrant, successful professional life. Michael’s ordeal mirrors what was happening throughout London (England) during the first wave of COVID that shook the world. His narrative is organized chronologically from “Feeling unwell”, to “Going to the hospital”, to “Induced coma”, to “Recovery Part One”, to “Rehab”, to “Going home” and finally, to “Recovery Part Two”. His book takes the reader through his entire journey from near death to fragile survival. The story of Michael Rosen’s nightmarish illness is told in the simplest language, recounting the COVID-19 experiences of a man and his loved ones. And then I lay there, thinking and feeling everything I had just read, reluctant to let go of the strong reaction I was experiencing. I brought it to bed the night I received it, and read the whole book in one sitting all 270 pages of it. It’s a luminous book titled Many Different Kinds of Love, a Story of Life, Death and the NHS, and it’s written by Michael Rosen. It’s beautifully put together, mixing fragments drawn from short, brave messages from the author’s wife excerpts from an ICU diary in which nurses and other health care workers left daily notes to their patient and a series of deeply personal and strangely universal prose poems recounting the author’s real-life, unique voyage through the dark and painful tunnel of COVID-19 (the book was published roughly a year after the pandemic began). ![]() The most topical book you could want to read which is also true, down to its core. About a month ago, something helpful, thoughtful and moving made its way into my life and has had a very strong impact on me. The appearance of the word “variant” in our language has reinforced our sense of being trapped in a drama that won’t end.īut there are always glimmers of hope. It’s hard not to talk about COVID every day-even if simply to express a longing to see and be with people we love-but also to express fears and worries about those who are infected or might be infected. Art by Colin, age 7, child of Landmark employee.I have no doubt that your life, just like mine, has been steeped in COVID-19, and feels as saturated by it as an old, used tea bag. Regardless of how you express your thanks, even if just through a smile, a wave, or a thumbs-up sign, the essential workers in your life will appreciate the support. Recommend your provider to other patients who may benefit from his or her care.Īrt by Camren, age 4, child of Landmark employee.This has multiple positive effects, by providing thanks and recognition, and by helping support a worthy cause. Donate to a charity in honor of your healthcare providers, and let them know that you have done so.Brightly colored art, whether created by you or a child in your family, is guaranteed to bring a smile. Send your provider a drawing or other piece of art created by you or by a special child in your life to express your appreciation. ![]() This sends your message of thanks and does it in a way that helps them be recognized throughout the community. Submit a short article to your local paper to express your gratitude.By posting a positive review, you not only send them your positive feedback, but help pave the way for people to find them and use their services. Post a positive review on Google or other online rating system.Include specific examples of how they helped you. Send a personal thank-you note with words of appreciation. ![]() No need to spend money or to put the flowers in a fancy vase.
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