Bangkok: Sawasdee Khrap
Bangkok changed the way I think about cities. In its neon streets, crowded temples, and layered history, I discovered what urban texture truly means—and why some places stay with you long after you leave.
I write about late April in the pandemic, time distortion, warmer Kelowna days, anxiety, and adapting to a new normal.
I reflect on week three of COVID-19 life, screen time, new routines, and how quickly shock became normal.
I know there are far worse things happening in the world, but I wish governments (at all levels) would communicate with their staff and update their websites with the new policies before announcing them to the media.
It creates confusion and frustration when people call to ask questions, and the response is, "I don't know either."
I field phone calls about it, and I have to say, "I'm learning about it at the same time as you."
I write about COVID-19 reaching the Okanagan, panic buying, changing routines, and why disruption might still reshape life for good.