the good doctor on: Looking on the Bright Side

Blog #30

Looking at the brighter side…

In this year of Covid-19 there has been a lot about doom and gloom. This week we look at some good stuff that has been happening in 2020. You don’t hear as much about this but there are a lot of people taking care of each other. There are our front line workers in health care, retail, and education that have put it on the line. A huge thank you to you all. And a special shout out to those who go the extra mile, being a source of encouragement during difficult times.

Late in October, one of my patients, Kristen, came in for an eye exam and she was looking at my sore ears that have been daily abused by the elastics of my N95 mask. Showing concern, she said, “I can make you ear savers to give you some relief. What is your favourite colour?” Without hesitation, I replied, “Awesome, turquoise, please.” About 10 days later a bag of crocheted bands of varying sizes and colours, including turquoise showed up at our office.

I cannot tell you what a relief they are to wear, our ears are no longer sore. Even more important, was the encouragement that single act has been in our daily lives. I cannot thank you enough. That goes for all those out there that are making ear savers and caps, afghans, and any number of other helps to give relief and encouragement to those in need. I have a link to a site that shows how to make the ear savers, one of many.

Remember, these “little” acts of kindness are huge.

Keep up the fight,

Till next week,

The Good Doctor, Dr. Mark Germain, Burlington Optometrist