Love in a Time of COVID-19 | The Novel Outbreak

Jun 18 , 2020 | COVID-19

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All around the world, couples have had to delay their weddings or alter their engagement plans, with some hosting small ceremonies in their backyards or even over video conference. This story is about what it means to be in love during a time of crisis, when we are physically separated from our loved ones and have had to change how we express our love.

 

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