地震後與澳洲寄宿家庭的書信往返07

在這次通信中，Lorraine 提到有位也曾經是寄宿家庭成員的女士因肺癌過世了。

Dear Grace I am happy to say that Ray tested negative today so the household can get back to some sort of normal now. It has been a terrible week but with separate bedrooms and bathrooms, we could get some time without having to wear masks. I have warned Ray from now on when he goes across to the shops he has to wear a mask as it’s still around but then it probably is in all countries but they don’t say. I hope that the aftershocks have stopped and people can get about repairing all the damage and start to live again. I don’t know if I have told you but do you remember Dianne Bourke she used to have homestays and is a beautiful person She passed away from lung cancer just over a year ago she still cracked jokes right up into she hooked her last breath I miss her very much. Look after yourselves and stay safe. Love Lorraine &Ray xxxxx❤️❤️

Dear Lorraine

Before reading your mail, I just came back from a supermarket. On the way home, I met a group of kids who were on a kindergarten school bus. When I stopped at the traffic light, 4 kids sitting on the rear seats of the bus started to wave to me with big smiles. Wow! They are just like angels, curing my uneasy mind. They made my day.

The second happy event is that Ray’s test result is negative. Ray should listen to your advice about wearing a mask while going outdoors. I know how tiresome to take care of a Covid-19-positive family at home. You need to be a housewife, nurse, clean lady, and good friend at the same time. Ha ha ha!

I feel better now. We gradually back to normal. My husband and kids recover faster than me. I went to Yoga Class on schedule. The teacher and classmates talked about the earthquake’s influence after class. Nobody got hurt. Just like you said material things are not important. My family, relatives, and friends are safe and sound. I am so lucky.

I don’t have any impression about Dianne Bourke, but according to your description, she must be a wonderful lady.  I miss the days in Brisbane and hope to visit you someday.

Best regards

Grace