Happily and reluctantly, I have shed my mask, knowing that this is most likely a temporary reprieve. The virus is thriving in Europe and Asia, so I assume we will eventually be inundated and back to masking. It may be a brief interlude, but it's nice to show my face and dig out the old dried-up lipsticks again. I need to remember to watch my facial expressions; my smirks can now be seen by all.

This week I will be back in L.A. and will plan to maintain a selective social distancing policy. I will keep my distance with people I don't like, while with friends, for sure; no distance, just big...