The New Handshake

As I approached the check-in area where I work, the person checking me in pulled up her mask and I immediately put on my mask. 

I mentioned this to her, wistfully remembering the pre-COVID days when such an act may have been considered questionable. 

I then smiled under my mask while hoping the smile made it up to my eyes and said the donning of masks in each other's presence is the new handshake.

I respect you, you respect me; I protect you, you protect me. It is a sign of our times.

Our new normal is evolving. Stay safe everyone.