The numbers of dead and ill during this global pandemic continue to be mind numbing. But behind every number and every statistic is a story.

Our lives are not reality TV. Our lives are real life. Lessons from TV's West Wing.

When that big truck pulls into your driveway, wave, say hello from a distance, thank the men and women in the big trucks--our lifelines.

Your favorite bars and restaurants may be closed (for good). Or closing or in trouble. Sadly, these familiar places are also COVID victims.

We are dealing with people whose lives and health and livelihood have been shredded by this viral nightmare in ways we could never imagine.