CHRISTINE LANGRIDGE

Name: Christine Langridge, over 60

When did you first begin to realise coronavirus was something out of the ordinary?   At the end of March.

When did it first impact you in a significant way?  At Easter, not being able to have the Wedding Exhibition and not seeing my family.

How worried did you become and why?  Very worried because of my age.

Are you still worried and why?  Now in the middle of June and still not going out much.

What were the biggest problems coping with lockdown?  Food shopping.

How did you manage?  Used what we had in the freezer and then went shopping at 7.00. in the morning to miss everyone.

Were there times when you despaired?  No.

What kept you (keeps you) going?  Gardening and my computer.

What was your lowest moment?  Not seeing my Grandson on his 18th birthday.

What was your best/funniest memory?  Facetiming the family and clapping every Thursday evening.

Do you think the government handled/is handling the crisis satisfactorily?  Yes.

Please add anything else of your experiences during the pandemic.  Caring neighbours.