Gratitude in the Time of COVID

While everyone else was staying home, doctors, nurses, grocery store workers, delivery drivers, and so many more people have been busier than ever keeping our country running safely. We are grateful for all the essential workers who have kept our world running and our needs met even in the toughest conditions.

More than almost any time in recent memory, we are grateful for our teachers. Thank you to teachers for being flexible, supportive, hardworking, and kind in the midst of unprecedented chaos and uncertainty. Children in the community look toward teachers as leaders, and they have risen to the challenge. And likewise, thank you to the parents who have had their routines flipped upside down and been required to adapt to this situation with grace, patience, and possibly a few fits. Thank you for doing such a diligent job of raising the next generation.

We've all needed help this year, and our nonprofit organizations have provided it. From food banks and counseling services at the Christian Center, to safe spaces at Peace House, and wonderful trails for social distancing maintained by Mountain Trails Foundation, so many nonprofits have stepped up to the occasion. Thanks to everyone who works and volunteers for our local nonprofits. You have made a significant difference during these tough times. And thanks to everyone who has donated to a local nonprofit this year. Learn more about our local nonprofits and their amazing work here.

This challenging, uncertain year has shown just how much we rely on and take joy from our local small businesses. We thank our small business owners and employees for all the extra work and stress they've endured this year. Our community appreciates their effort and commends them for their hard work. 

Living in the Park City area, we really lucked out with all the space we have for social distancing. We are so thankful for our trails, resorts, and protected lands that have given us some amazing escapes close to home this year.