Covid-19: Banksy

Graffiti artist Banksy was in the news today, with his second creation (at least, publicly presented) during this pandemic. So let's start with the first one, which he posted on Instagram on April 21. He captioned it, "My wife hates it when I work from home." I bet she does!

Today's is more uplifting. It is called Game Changer and celebrates superhero health workers. The meter-square piece is on display at Southampton General Hospital. Banksy included a note: "Thanks for all you’re doing. I hope this brightens the place up a bit, even if it’s only black and white." Come September, it will be auctioned off to benefit the NHS (National Health Service.)

According to the Guardian, Paula Head, the chief executive of University Hospital Southampton NHS foundation trust, said: "Our hospital family has been directly impacted with the tragic loss of much-loved and respected members of staff and friends. The fact that Banksy has chosen us to recognise the outstanding contribution everyone in and with the NHS is making, in unprecedented times, is a huge honour. It will be really valued by everyone in the hospital as people get a moment in their busy lives to pause, reflect and appreciate this piece of art. It will no doubt also be a massive boost to morale for everyone who works and is cared for at our hospital."

 Good people doing good things: it lifts the heart and boosts the soul.

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Today, Monterey County added 6 to the count of infections, bringing it to 247; deaths remain at 6.

Stay healthy. Consider who the true superheroes are. Celebrate them.