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Week 15: Final Project- Corona Diaries

It is safe to say we are living in such strange and unpredicted times. Who would have ever thought we would be living through something like this? It is crazy from one day to the next we had to adjust to new routines not knowing what would happen next. I can’t even remember a time where the news didn’t mention COVID-19. It still seems surreal to me that we can’t just go to a grocery store without fearing we might contaminate or become infected, walk around without a mask on the block, or even giving a hug to a friend or family member that doesn’t live with you. I have done my best to stay home and avoid any unnecessary trips. However, I am looking at the bright side of this and hoping our normal lives can resume again at some degree. Here are some images and videos that I have come across, enjoyed, incorporated into my routines, and more.

Zoom Class Calls

I would have never thought that the rest of the semester would switch completely online. Professors have really done their best during this situation on adapting to this new learning environment. What would education look like if we didn’t have technology during a pandemic? However, I would have never thought how difficult it would be to complete group projects, especially with members in different time zones.

High School Support in Miami

Due to the fact that there will not be a normal graduation ceremony for them and every graduating class across the nation, schools in Miami have decided to honor their graduating students. Above shows a sign left in front of my cousin’s house from his high school, showing love and support to the senior class. While still practicing social distancing measures, faculty have even begun going to each students house with banners, honking, and handing them a small gift to congratulate them. No graduating class expected their graduation to be celebrated through Zoom. However, I find this measure to be uplifting and its something that the students are thankful for.

Spending Time Outside

During this quarantine, I have really made an effort to spend time outdoors. Its something I normally don’t do anymore when I visit Miami without being on a tight schedule. I have developed a strong appreciation for the Miami weather and being surrounded by its nature. Often times, I took it for granted because of how hot it can get especially in the summer.

In addition, I have also spent some times driving around parts of Miami on my free time. I do this whenever I begin to feel some level of cabin fever, being at home. What’s crazy to me is seeing the hotspots of Miami being completely deserted. It is something I would have never pictured. The picture above is one of the main central spots in Miami and it appears as if it is a ghost town.

Keep Operations Open in Business

During this time I have been able to dedicate more time in my mother’s jewelry company. We have been supported by our clients and wholesale accounts during these times and have resumed operations from home- just my mother and I- in order to keep business flowing. It feels strange to not be working in our typical offices.

Supporting Local Small Businesses and their Marketing Tactics

Every once in a while, my family and I have chosen to continue supporting local restaurants due to the closures. Coyo Taco, a local Mexican restaurant, has made promotional efforts for people to stay at home with their infamous Take-Out Margherita Mixes. They have created engagement on social media from Miami natives praising their efforts on the importance of social distancing and still enjoying the restaurant’s classic.

Workout Routines

As many know already, online workout programs have become the popular thing during this time. While being in New York, I did not have a set workout schedule like I do now. I think it is amazing that gyms and instructors have adapted to Zoom and Instagram Live Videos. People are now connected more than ever, and it is amazing that there are even bigger turnouts with people joining who had never done some of these workouts before. Above shows one of the companies I am a member of, Sweat440, and every day they provide a workout along with video links to follow free of charge. They have encouraged its members to make any sort of contribution to support their employees as studios remain closed which I find to be admiring.

Rumble At Home Live Workouts

I often complete my favorite New York workout virtually now. Rumble Boxing has transitioned to both Zoom classes and Instagram Live Classes with their instructors.

Miami Appreciation

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About two weeks ago, DJ David Guetta hosted a live concert in the heart of Miami for a fundraiser around COVID-19 relief. With 6.2 million people around the world joining in on Zoom, they were able to raise $400k. The money is going to be donated to multiple non-profit groups in Miami to aid in food security, medical supplies, and more. Despite the social distancing and stay-at-home orders, it was amazing to see Miami natives supporting and celebrating (respectfully from their balconies surrounding Guetta’s set despite these difficult times.

Entertainment

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I wanted to include this in my Corona Diaries in efforts to show how celebrities are adapting to these new standards of living. Jimmy Fallon, in particular, has highlighted a different charity each night to donate to and help those in need. It is crazy to see how he has to makeshift his sets now from his typical stage in New York. Rather than having guest appearances at the New York stage, he has now transitioned to video chats with many different celebrities and musicians to keep viewers entertained and bring laughter to their homes.

Tik Tok

Easily my biggest form of entertainment during this time. I never realize how much time passes while I watch videos on the platform. It is an endless loophole. Its allowed so many people to create a variety of content, from comedy, to cooking tutorials, beauty hacks, dances, and more.

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