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Peace of Mind

  Tomorrow I will be exactly two weeks out from my second Pfizer shot. For those who are still on the fence about whether to get it, here are my experiences with the process: I received the first shot at the Hy-Vee in Jefferson City. I grew up in Jefferson City and Hy-Vee was “our” grocery store, so going back there for the first shot was trippy. They have a Starbucks now. Also, you can buy Freddy’s Fry Sauce there. That, plus a stomachache, is all that stands out for me after the first shot. Oh, also, the pharmacist told me she liked my pink shoes and I told her they were Dr. Scholl’s, on account of my gnarly bone spurs. We both agreed that it’s surprising orthopedic shoes can be so cute. For my second shot I got super dressed up and wore my leopard print orthopedic shoes (just in case I saw the same pharmacist again). My dad insisted on driving me to Jefferson City. Road trip!!!!!!!!! If you think going back to your hometown and your hometown grocery store is trippy, let me tell ...

The Battle

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Like a knight going to battle, Each piece to protect me from the enemy, Each piece to equip me for the fight. Teeth in. Hearing aids in. Glasses on. Bandage on knee. Mask on. I am ready for my day. I am ready for life. Photo by  Artur Tumasjan  on  Unsplash