I didn’t recognize it at the time. Now, however, it’s one of those moments that flashes into memory occasionally. Sometimes, I embarrassed by the person I was.

The first wave of anxiety hit me. Suddenly, the street block seemed too small. It kept getting smaller. Where’s our six feet of social distance? Should we be wearing masks? Do we have enough hand sanitizer?

Due to safety restrictions, he remained primarily in one spot and played the same instrument for each song. Like the trooper he is, he brought his best playing and positive attitude. He continued with lessons.