In March 2020, while hiking in Joshua Tree, the author realized the gravity of the COVID-19 pandemic as New York faced lockdowns. This experience spurred them to write a newsletter, 'At Home,' aimed at helping people cope with life indoors through activities like virtual events and cooking. Amid confusion, communities thrived creatively, with people forming 'pandemic pods' and reconnecting virtually. The author reflects on the nostalgia of these times as both challenging yet transformative, leading to unexpected connections and new ways of living.
Each time I refreshed The Times's coverage, it seemed more and more evident that going home would mean staying indoors for the foreseeable future.
In the midst of a lot of confusion and sadness, there was creativity. Pandemic pods. Sourdough mania. Alfresco dining.
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