"As a fully fledged luvvie," writes Bernardine Evaristo, "practically every greeting and farewell is accompanied by a kiss or hug."
But these days hugs feel like a distant memory and, she argues, wearing a mask is the least we can do.
"It's an act of compassion, self-protection and a commitment towards the survival of our fellow humans, our country, our world."

Producer: Adele Armstrong