Safety and sanity: Readers share what they are most thankful for
CBC
Thanksgiving during the fourth wave of the COVID-19 pandemic has some Islanders reflecting on what's most important to them.
In a social media post, CBC P.E.I. asked what our audience is most thankful for this year.
Many said they are thankful for family friends.
It also brought up different opinions about COVID-19 vaccinations and public safety measures. Some were thankful they could get vaccinated, others said no thanks — they were thankful they would not be getting a jab.
Here is a sample of the different responses. Some may be edited for grammar or style. The attributions are from their social media profiles.
Tracy Marie, an opera singer, said she was thankful to be reunited with with her American partner after "16 long months of separation."
Christine MacFadyen said she is thankful for the support she has received and the doctors who have helped her with her chronic illness.
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