[mass55th]

"Those who were normal prior to the pandemic are normal now after the pandemic."

Two things I did that I didn't do prior to the pandemic.

1. Wear a mask to doctor appointments.

2. Stopped meeting friends once a month at the casino.

I wouldn't return to the casino until they lifted their mask requirement, so it was at least 1 1/2 years before I went back there. I saved money each month by not going. Didn't have to pay for lunches, and kept the $80 I normally took with me for the slots, in my checking account.

I still traveled by car to visit my kids and my niece and her family, so nothing much really changed for me.

[1Old Pro]

it was at least 1 1/2 years before I went back there. I saved money each month by not going.

Yes but you gave up one of life's pleasures, and being with friends, all good for the body and soul. So it's well worth the $80/month. At least, that's how I rationalize my golf league and meals following :)