But if Still had the option, he would keep working. “I’d rather be productive than sit around and collect unemployment. Even though I probably would make more money,” Still added. “I am hoping in the long run, showing up and working will benefit me better.”

When the pandemic first hit, Still didn’t take it that seriously.

“I have had a lot of mixed feelings and emotions about it. At times I have been worried then others it doesn’t really bother me,” Still said. “The mask thing is really annoying. I don’t even think it helps, and I am constantly touching it to adjust it … I feel like I am more at risk wearing it.”

Shayne Lord has been a cashier at Graul’s for two years and is thankful he can still work. “It’s been good here and they have been keeping us safe,” Lord said. “Bless my family and love their hearts, but I am glad I have an escape to go to. We have been making it work here.”