What does a freelance epidemiologist do in a pandemic? A bit of everything, and nearly all of it volunteer, from developing intensive protocols for a youth ice hockey team, to analyzing mental health visit trends. Professional curiosity drives me to read, think, and work toward a more positive outlook. I care deeply about the profession of public health, and am wrestling with how we can better connect with people to encourage the adoption of new habits. Thank you for sharing in this journey. I promise, I'll get better at this!