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Freshman writing class 101. Ten-page paper due every week for one solid quarter.

The present record of holding one’s breath underwater is 24 minutes and 3 seconds, set by Aleix Segura of Spain in 2016. In spite of today’s circumstances, athletes are continuing to train and set new records running, jumping, swimming, climbing, and more.

I woke up happy, and we had plans to do something fun amidst the shelter-in-place. We were going to venture out to a nearby farm stand to make an “essential” purchase of fresh-picked strawberries so we could make some yummy jam.

It was the second day of a required quarantine due to a health crisis from the spread of a virus. The fear and concern in so many hearts had been foremost in my prayers for weeks.

Editor’s note: The following is a historical look, provided by The Mary Baker Eddy Library and based on questions received, at how the Church of Christ, Scientist, has responded to racial issues in the 1960s and beyond. This was originally published online and can still be found at mbelibrary.

While we’re asked to observe social distancing guidelines in my community, I’m thankful to have open city parks and a lovely lake nearby where I’m able to walk.   The Canada geese and their precious goslings peck for food beside the lake.

Recently I babysat my little grandson. We had a great time.

Why does evil seem so real and powerful? What can we do about it?

In studying Christian Science, I’ve learned the importance of knowing the difference between thoughts that come from God, otherwise known as divine Mind, and thoughts that seem to come from a different source. Christian Scientists understand that Mind, God, is wholly good.

We’ve all made mistakes. And even if we’ve learned from our mistakes and changed our ways, we can feel burdened by our past.