But, with the vaccine programme continuing apace and rates of infection still falling, we all hope it will not be long until local businesses can open their doors.
We asked you which shops and businesses you were most looking forward to returning to.
Here are 13 of the most popular Borders independent shops you chose.
9. Gifted
The Kelso gift shop can expect Julie Norris through the door when they reopen their doors. Photo: Google Maps
10. Milestone Garden Centre
Green-fingered Debbie Bott can't wait for the Milestone Garden Centre to reopen. Photo: Google Maps
11. Queens Head Hotel
A coffee at the Queens Head Hotel is something Carol Ann Greer is looking forward to. Photo: Google Maps
12. Unwind Yarns
Crafty Isobel Brown is keen to see Unwind Yarns, in Galashiels, open their doors. Photo: Google Maps
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