Key Sentence:
- I held my ID while waiting for the vaccination, and Janet Jackson’s Rhythm Nation played in my head.
- The number of days since the Ministry of Health announced that people between the ages of 35 and 49 could register for their Covid-19 vaccination.
And now, on the cold bench in the hospital waiting room, my moment has finally arrived. I imagine someone appearing in the back with a balloon and cake as soon as they stabbed me and shouting, “Congratulations, you’re vaccinated!”
Instead, it ended in seconds. Before I could pull out my selfie phone, the nurse looked at me in annoyance and waited for me to roll up my sleeves. I admit I was disappointed – I wanted to share my selfie with the rest of the band 35-49 on social media using the hashtag #vaccinationsaveslives. Instead, now I only have one photo of myself pointing to the sign to return the Covid vaccination.
Our generation often called Gen X, or Vintage Millennials is responding to the call for vaccinations. Never before has such a large group demonstrated a desire to contribute to a better society.
Many confuse our impatience with some often calling us on social media for “crossing the line.” No sir, we are not crossing the line; we have the same right as you to access a vaccine that has been itching since President Ramaphosa said “J&J .” To clear up endless confusion and questions, we stood in long lines to get vaccinated.
Mark with X
Tic elections. Most of us can mark our ballot with an X because we know the power of our vote. Make us proud because we grasp we can make a difference. Unfortunately, this pride has spread to many people – this time, we are contributing to herd immunity.
Tail? What’s the bottom?
If there’s a generation that knows how to queue in rain or shine, it’s us. We’ve practiced the patiently-tolerated art of gymnastics since the 1990s, when queuing for clubs was the order of the day, and often making friends with strangers while comparing lipstick colors and shoe sizes.