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Milton's 2020 Gains

Little about 2020 has been easy. We have missed out on parties, date nights, games, and concerts. Some of us have even missed milestones like typical graduations, funerals, and weddings that bring people together. In Milton, we’ve canceled meetings and special events, like the Community Egg Hunt and July 3rd festivities, which residents look forward to annually. We’ve coped with unprecedented health worries, trying to keep those closest to us physically and mentally well in the age of COVID-19. On top of all that, we’ve seen our nation rocked with additional turmoil and challenges.

Still, I’d contend that – at least here in Milton – we’ve gained a lot this year, too.

We have a fresh perspective. For me, that starts with family. Many of us have been blessed with more quality time with spouses and children than we would have had otherwise. We have leaned on family members for company, sanity, humor, and so much more. We’ve used technology like Zoom and Teams to reconnect with close friends and relatives outside our immediate bubbles. Decades from now, we might not reflect too fondly on 2020 for plenty of reasons, but we should always treasure this precious time with our loved ones.

We also have even more reasons to appreciate Milton. Our citizens rallied to understand, accept, and follow through on guidelines to curb the spread of COVID-19, and they’ve stepped up to support local businesses and struggling neighbors. Countless personal examples of kindness include lining streets for kids’ drive-by birthday parties, sending handwritten messages to elderly citizens who are quarantined in nursing homes, and providing simple acts of kindness like friendly waves and smiles to people strolling by. Being a good neighbor means something here.

Living someplace with so much natural beauty always has its rewards, but especially during times like these. We in Milton are fortunate to have picturesque places like Birmingham, Bell, and Providence parks to explore. We enjoy nature while lounging in our yards, walking in our neighborhoods, and driving past Milton’s signature horse farms and pastures.

Meanwhile, even with so much out of our control, life still went on here – and for the good. Milton police officers kept patrolling, and our firefighters kept responding to calls. First responders, grocery store workers, medical professionals, and other essential workers worked hard despite the risks.

Even with so much on hold, progress has been made. Crabapple’s transportation is a prime example. While many huddled at home, new buildings rose and took shape around the district. A new road opened in the heart of downtown, and a needed roundabout opposite Milton’s library was constructed. Inside that roundabout stands a unique horse statue that should be a landmark for decades.

Once the temperature cools, leaves turn, and this virus (hopefully) slips into memory, that statue, that road, and those buildings will stand. I hope the positive perspective we’ve gained in 2020 stays with us, too. Just like we can’t forget the bad, we shouldn’t forget the good either. That includes being grateful for those closest to us and this very special city that we call home.

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