At last here we are in April… Spring is a time for Renewal and Rebirth, a time when new growth happens. As we practice physical distancing due to this pandemic, it is also a time to Reflect, Reconnect and Remember. Reflect on what is important to us and what has been taken away that perhaps we had taken for granted. Reconnect with our partner, our children and through video technology our friends and family. As we continue to work with couples, through Telemedicine, we are in awe at the efforts people are making and their creativity to structure time together for themselves and their family (‘crisis’ schooling the kids, emptying garages to make space for games and physical activities). Parents are getting to know their children in ways that got lost in their previous over extended busy lives. Couples are reconnecting, making time for each other after the kids go to bed, playing cards and board games and doing puzzles together. Remembering and Re-minding ourselves of what is truly important. There is always light with darkness. What have you learned to appreciate about yourself, your life and each other? Perhaps you have learned that you have been living an overly committed life or that you are more resilient and resourceful than you thought… We hope you will remember those lessons learned and re-evaluate what you want to bring with you as you transition back to your ‘post’ pandemic lives.

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