Key takeaways:
- Social Isolation: Not seeing friends and family was a major challenge, but virtual gatherings helped reduce feelings of isolation.
- Balancing Work & Parenting: Juggling long work hours while keeping a child entertained and away from screens required creativity.
- Resilience of Children: Kids adapted well despite the difficulties, making the situation more manageable.
- Appreciation for Slower Mornings: The lack of a morning rush was a positive aspect of lockdown life.
- Excitement for Post-Lockdown Travel: Looking forward to visiting family and making a long-awaited trip to the farm.
Atterbury Legal Secretary Erna van Huyssteen says #lifeinlockdown has definitely brought several challenges. “I think one of the biggest challenges for us was not being able to see friends and family. We had several Zoom braai’s, quiz nights and even kids playdates (although their attention span definitely added to the challenge). This did not make up for spending time with loved ones in person, but it made us feel slightly less isolated. My husband and I continued working very long hours, and trying to keep our daughter entertained, stimulated and not being stuck in front of the television the whole day took some fancy footwork, but fortunately kids are very resilient and forgiving! The one thing that I will miss from lockdown however is the slower mornings, not having to rush to get everyone to school and work on time. We cannot wait to make our first trip to the farm and hopefully see family!”
