Wow, I have to tell you, we have been living in the craziest of times, haven’t we? The world is literally shut down. Except for essential businesses, most people are working from home and the world, literally is following a ‘shelter in place’ rule. Some areas are on complete lockdown. This has been going on since mid March here in Iowa.
Easter was yesterday. Although I fixed a traditional meal, it was just Steve and I. Everyone had their own meal with their own little family. My sis suggested we all video call via messenger, so we did that...and it was fun. I especially worry about my Mom, she lives alone. I guess, out of all of us, she’s the one most likely to do okay, having the independent living down pat. The other thing she has going for her...not having to adapt to having someone around 24/7, that many, if not most, are experiencing. It’s a funny thing, really!
We’ll never forget these new terms, our new reality and how our lives have changed: shelter in place, social distancing, lockdown, quarantine, video conferencing, face shields, n95 face masks, tv shows from remote locations(basements, campers, kitchens), Covid19, hand sanitizer, toilet paper shortage, global pandemic, stay home. The list goes on and on.
We’re accustomed to seeing our grandkids most any time we want. Now, not getting to, has been the hardest. Two of them have had birthdays, and parties that have been cancelled. We’ve gotten pretty creative in our visits. Picnics at a distance, car to people chats, FaceTime, surprise Easter eggs hunts set up after dark with videos and photos so we can ‘watch’ and ‘see’.
Some gal pals, and I, have gotten together over the past couple of years for a weekly Bible Study. I texted the following to them this a.m. I also linked them to my inbox daily devotion. I feel it was written just for me.
“Good morning...the sun’s out and truthfully...I needed it to be out today. This pandemic ‘sheltering in place’ is getting harder for me and the gray days do not help. I wonder how you all are doing?
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| From Proverbs 31 Ministries 4-2020 |
I, honestly, have been on a couch potato, watching tv, no ambition spiral for the past four days😜. I’m tired of that and myself. One thing I have tried to do is walk a mile most days. I do find it clears my head...and works my ass! I find sitting at my pond brings me some peace.
The piece I’m sharing today is just what I needed and it came right to my email box. I get something everyday. I hope you find it as uplifting as I did.”
Free bird, caged song
I hope you’re doing well.
