I hesitated to post about this, but...
When Rachel posted her story, it really hit home.
My husband, who is ten years older than me, got both of his shots before I was eligible to make an appointment. He commented on being surprised at what a relief it was to finally get vaccinated. And I was relieved for him.
When I finally became eligible I tried and tried to find an appointment. It was frustrating. There was nothing anywhere. Finally, about two weeks after "eligibility" my husband had me try the website at about midnight. Just on a hunch or something. Turns out they had JUST opened up a bunch of times, and I was able to book a shot for the next day. I knew I would be relieved, but...
I cried. I couldn't help it. The relief just washed over me, and the emotion was strong.
That was about ten days ago. Ten more, and I get my next one. No more tears, just happiness.
For all of you who are waiting, and frustrated--know that we are with you. We're still masking up, still encouraging everyone, and still hopeful that everyone can and will get vaccinated soon. I know it's frustrating. But it's worth the wait.
Next up...getting my two grown kids appointments. They just became eligible, and have been checking for times. Hopefully...soon.
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It took me a couple frustrating weeks to get a slot. 
My brothers all live in Texas where it appears to be a free-for-all. They all got appointments, mostly through personal connections to people who could "hook them up".
Meanwhile, here in Colorado everyone is following the rules set out by the state. Everyone is waiting their turn. I was tempted to drive down to Dallas to see if I could get in. That's how desperate I was. 
My spouse get their shots in Jan & Feb because they work in a Hospital setting.
I had play Vaccine Lotto for 3 or 4 weeks before I hit the CVS website at just the right time 4 weeks ago. Same frustrations, same feelings of relief my spouse got it, etc etc.
...but now I have gotten my 2cd Pfizer last week and in 9 more days I'll be fully protected too.
Congrats!
I couldn't believe we hit the website at JUST the right time. All the people getting shots that day talked about being surprised to see openings for shots all of a sudden. The vaccination site was JOYFUL.
I get my second Pfizer on the 20th, so I'm right with you. Good luck!
Every morning for weeks I got up at like 5:30 or 6 a.m. and made the rounds of all the appointment websites - pharmacies, hospitals, clinics, what-have-you. Nothing was coming up, every time slot was already taken - ALWAYS. I knew that other people were getting appointments, however I couldn't get in.
I'm 70 years old, retired and 1A eligible, but that didn't matter. Finally by early March the places didn't fill up immediately and eventually I was able to book an appointment. But it took 2 months of stress and frustration before that finally happened.
Other DUers are posting about their trouble booking appointments, and I can fully sympathize. The only hopeful thing I can say is that now in mid-April there's a lot more vaccine available. Some places aren't as strict about the bookings like they were in the beginning. I think some are even taking walk-ins now (no appointment necessary) but that's only in a few instances. By this summer getting vaccinated will be much easier.
I completely related to Rachel in a big way when she spoke of her experience. I also received the J & J - one and done.
I had NO idea I'd feel almost a high after my shot. It was just such a sense of relief! Today marks my fifth week anniversary. My two best friends who are basically in my "pod" have also reached their dates to be considered safe and last week we all were able to first hug, and then eat and watch one of our T.V. shows we all like together (mask free). 
I can't wait to watch movies with my friends and family again.
And a "high" is a good way to describe it. That feeling of relief is amazing.
When I was waiting and searching for my appointment, before I became eligible and after when there were no appointments available, people were posting about how happy they were to have gotten vaccinated. I understand the relief and happiness people feel, but for those of us who were so desperate to be among them, it was kind of frustrating.
But I guess Rachel's show kind of changed my outlook. Right now the concern is trying to convince the people who are hesitant to NOT BE. Also, her story about crying after the shot really struck me. 
to find a vaccine except maybe in some blue states. My sister in CT literally got a phone call saying her time was coming up and made her an appointment.
Nevertheless, In my view, thousands said it was hard to get a vaccine. I had a super hard time finding until Walmart, Sams, CVS, & Walgreens opened up shop.
Just go to their websites?
You must be a super tender hearted person. And I thought I was.
. PS that's a compliment!!
And certainly no apology necessary. I think most of us are surprised at how emotional this issue can be. We don't realize all of the frustration we have pent up until it gets released, and for many of us, that release comes with the first appointment.
Tempted to take my kids for a road trip. 
My 97 year old mother had Covid in January and couldn't get vaccinated until now. But even with 4 of us trying to get her an appointment, with so many trying now, we had no luck. Until I read of your experience and tried again.... and...got one for Pfizer on Tuesday 5 miles from her!!!
Thank you very much for sharing your experience.
My 94-year-old MIL got vaccinated early on, and is now able to have lunch with her friends at her assisted-living facility in Ventura.
I'm so hoping this nightmare will stop being a nightmare for all of us. Good luck!
