March 2nd was sunny with a temperature in the mid 30s and a brisk breeze.  A typical early March day in Fishers, Indiana.

This was not a typical day for me.  It marked the day I received my first COVID-19 vaccination.

I had visited the former Marsh grocery location in 116th Street, just east of Brooks School Road, at the opening day January 25th.  I am still amazed at the work done by city crews to remodel the space for this large vaccination facility.

Walking up to the building, there are many large signs reminding those entering you must have an appointment to receive your shot in the arm.  I walked-in, was immediately greeted by a smiling gentleman verifying that I do, indeed, have an appointment.

Then there were a series of screeners, all smiles, checking my body temperature and asking a number of necessary health-related questions. Registration was short and simple with another smiling face.

Once that was done, I was ushered into a cubicle with a lady preparing to provide the injection of the Moderna vaccine.  She verified my data, and before I knew it, the needle was in my arm and it was over just like that.

I was then directed to an area where I could sit for 15 minutes, ensuring there were no immediate reactions to the vaccine.  I had none.

I have an appointment in early April to receive my second dose of Moderna vaccine.  Once that is done, I wait for the full impact of the treatment to sink-in.

My thanks to the Fishers Health Department for providing such a seamless experience.  If you are at or near the time for your vaccination, do not fear.  The process is simple and, hopefully, there will be no adverse reactions.

For me, there were no problems.  Once eligible, get your appointment and get the vaccine!