Originally Posted by Meraviglioso

I agree in part. When the videos of Italians singing on their balconies and applauding healthcare workers began it was wonderful and really lifted the spirits of everyone. But that lasted about a week to 10 days and then we all started to realise singing and dancing on balconies was just not the right "mood" for the occasion. Solidarity, yes, but the singing amidst all the deaths just started to take on a sour taste to everyone.