Got a booster shot today. Between age, underlying conditions, and – I think – my job situation, I checked enough boxes to get through the portal and obtain an appointment. And with that little jab I’m now that much more protected here in the pandemic of the unvaccinated and unmasked.

This one was different than the first two; right now, 12 hours later, my arm hurts like heck. The original doses in the spring didn’t seem to affect me much. Maybe it’s because this time around I’m feeling Moderna in my system. Who knows?

I’m just grateful that I am able to say I have taken active, pro-public health steps and done all I can to protect myself and those around me. This whole pandemic thing is starting to get old…