Here we go, into the fourth year of COVID.
It turns out that many had good reason to be skeptical of the “two weeks to stop the spread” message so long ago: the idea that submitting to Fauci and the power structure, suspending business, staying at home, and abandoning free movement, travel and liberty for a brief time was going to do positive things for the future of the world.
The “pandemic” continues. World population grew by about 75 million people in 2021, by the way.
The COVID is not a significant threat to the world population in any drastic way. Clearly, though, some are more at-risk of death from this virus and others. Stay safe. Live your life how you want and in a way that makes you feel secure.
If you prefer not to cover your face or to get multiple doses of untested vaccines, you will probably be fine, and the Pulse supports your right to choose!
I hope Christmas was a nice time with your family, filled with cheer and merriment. As one grows older, Christmas becomes more a time to share with loved ones, sweetly reflecting on the memories of yore and observing the smiles of the children rather than being all about the gifts and the candy and the commercialization . . . still, thanks to Bracken Jr. for letting me shoot his sweet Nerf guns (taking target practice at the shepherds of a nativity scene while shoving my mouth full of cookies and wearing elf ears! Yahoo!).
Congrats to all of those who won some items and gift cards from the Pulse’s annual Christmas giveaway. Enjoy. I encourage everyone to support the fine local businesses who participated in this project.
Stay tuned to WQJZ, Murfreesboro’s quiet jazz, 103.9, for the Pulse Radio Report, airing throughout each day. Thanks to the station for that partnership with your community publication.
May you accomplish all of your goals and resolutions in 2022—physical, financial, spiritual; reading, writing, painting, drawing, walking, running, biking, hiking; musical, sales, educational, philanthropic, travel or otherwise.
Over the past few years the Mayos have made a habit of visiting waterfalls, state parks and natural areas within a day trip of Murfreesboro. We have found ourselves in some beautiful settings and gotten some free fresh air and exercise. Read more from this collection of outdoor and travel pieces at boropulse.com.
In December we made it out to Cades Cove, one of the many fantastic places in the great state of Tennessee to explore, take in beautiful natural scenery and learn more about history. This one is a little farther, but please don’t get bored or frustrated—many attractions await you that will not require medical records or facial coverings, or even a fee, to visit.
While we were out in that section of Tennessee, we also accomplished a very taxing hike up to Rainbow Falls. I was proud of all of us for that one. Perhaps a more detailed report of that waterfall and trail will come in a future issue.
It’s almost playoff time for the Titans! Is this the year? Can they hit on all cylinders in January when the games really count? They have quite a team this season, and quite a story, using so many players.
May your cup overflow with peace, joy and blessings!
