Story Library
The stories below are brought to you by people who live or grew up in the city and believe in the power of stories to bring Bostonians together. In their free time, these story ambassadors go out into their neighborhoods and across the city to record the life experiences of people they might not otherwise know. Story by story, we're building community across a divided city.Sort STORIES BY MEDIUM
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EJ Labb, Assisted Living Facility Director
EJ Labb, assisted living facility director, tells us about the challenges of supporting people with dementia during a pandemic, and the critical importance of joy.
Cedric Masengere, Manufacturing Associate
Cedric Masengere, a manufacturing associate at Moderna, talks about the sense of purpose that comes with producing a vaccine during a pandemic.
Scott Rogers, Grocery Worker
Scott Rogers, a grocery worker, talks about the early days of panic buying, his appreciation for his coworkers, and how he misses interacting with his customers.
Abner Bonilla, Mail Carrier
Abner Bonilla, a mail carrier, tells us about delivering mail to more than 1,000 people during a pandemic, his worry for his elderly customers, and the power of gratitude.
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