It has been a real emotional roller-coaster. Nevertheless, we have tried to keep spirits high to help time pass faster.
With a week gone and the days seeming like years, we are suddenly a week away from going home and the likelihood of anyone having the virus is decreasing day by day.The mood has changed.A few of the"inmates" are planning to have their second poker match, and as Lady Gaga sang, they"can't read my, can't read my, no [they] can't read my poker face".To keep us further entertained, I have decided to write and host a quiz on Sunday evening.
Hopefully that will separate the strong from the weak, or at least give us an indication as to how boredom has affected our intelligence - that would make an interesting study.I should also mention how fantastic the staff here at Arrowe Park Hospital have been from the moment we arrived on Friday evening.
There are no words to express the admiration we have for these heroes who have been pulled from their regular day-to-day posts to help deal with the situation and make us feel as comfortable possible under the circumstances.Then we have the people of the Wirral who have all pulled together to offer support.From knitting material to hand-written notes and cards, each and every item has truly touched the hearts of those in here and has brought many a tear, as well as huge joy.
This is far from over and the only way for China to regain its credibility is to start being more open to the international community.