Here’s how the pandemic changed Californians’ lives (in your own words)
LA TimesGood morning, and welcome to the Essential California newsletter. But I still jump when the phone rings.” — Brenda L., Pasadena “ disability means others’ isolation and lockdown is my normal life. I have newfound empathy for anyone experiencing serious health issues, and a deep and profound loathing of U.S. healthcare.” — Helen M., Los Angeles “I was making a great living as a freelance artist. It affected his ability to socialize and I don’t know how it will affect him in the future.” — Suju V., Los Angeles “My job was eliminated in March 2020 due to the pandemic. While we have a long way to go, the pandemic is very much a critical part of our journey that pushed us into different spaces and forced us to confront realities in ways that are both scarring and healing.” — Jess S., Los Angeles “I still wear a mask when I go out where there will be lots of people.
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