The Truth

What About Ruth?

Mar 10, 2022
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ADVICE

Concrete Family Safety Rules

  • When a family plans pandemic safety, set clear, non-negotiable rules about visits and errands.
  • Delegate tasks (one shopper, wipe groceries, use stairs) to reduce risk and anxiety.
ANECDOTE

Visiting Ruth Reveals Memory Gaps

  • Havilland visits neighbor Ruth to explain COVID and bring masks and groceries.
  • Ruth shows confusion about the pandemic and misplaces a mask in the microwave, revealing memory issues.
INSIGHT

Everyday Observations Are Social History

  • Professor invites students to observe and record daily life as social history during the pandemic.
  • She reframes coursework into reflective engagement instead of traditional exams.
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