Life in the Time of Coronavirus, 8/22/20

Days Become Weeks, Weeks Become Months

It has been over six months since we locked down our lives. We are used to it. We know how to be safe, to be out socially, to shop, to eat out(side), to limit visits with family and friends. It’s really not difficult, but those darned masks are so doggone hot. We will persevere because they help all of us.

The Dentist 

We both had our six month dental appointments this month. They did an excellent job. They took our temps, had us gargle with hydrogen peroxide for one minute, wore double face masks and gloves. Safety to the Nth degree.

Not Much New To Report

We’re pretty boring. I stay up late, as I always have, watching late night talk shows, sleep in, do some chores, work out, then pool and hot tub time.

The dogs keep us honest regarding feeding times twice each day. They are the most interesting and entertaining beings in our home.

Surprise! We have Visitors!

My Sister, Mary, and Brother-in-Law, Dan  live in the San Francisco Bay Area, where the fires and smoke are happening. They needed to get out, so we encouraged them to come here. They drove down and arrived this evening. It is so great to have them here, as we’ve not seen them for several months.  It is a special time in so many ways.

Appreciating the Little and Big Things

Honey bees, hummingbirds, flowers, trees, fruit, palm trees, the Pacific, great weather, beautiful views, great family and friends, fantastic place to live, financial stability, good health, best pets in the world, faith and hope. 

There are better and brighter days ahead. We will continue to stay strong in the face of the unknown. We will vote to raise up a stronger, more caring and competent government. We will stop fighting with each other and hating our differences and immigrants. We will tear down walls and build alliances that will build our amazing society that allows everyone to strive and achieve their very best. 

Vote!

Everyone deserves a chance at a better life. Their contributions are what makes America great.  We need every single soul to do this work. Put your prejudice aside and vote with your heart and soul.

Until next time, I wish you love and peace. 

#holdfast #itwillgetbetter #staystrong #buildbackbetter

Life in the Time of Coronavirus, 8/5/20

Five months of quarantine, and we are thankful to be safe and well.  We have been staying at home, enjoying everything to the fullest.  We have such gorgeous days of sun, and sometimes we have cooler marine layer days, which keep us comfy. We enjoy our lovely home, yard, views, and mostly each other and our dogs. 

 

Shiny Things

We just bought a new 65" Samsung TV to replace our Sony that died all too soon at 4 years. It is awesome, and was so easy to set up. We're hooked on Amazon Prime, and got a great deal on it, with excellent free delivery.  We're also enjoying cool movies via Prime, which expands our horizons and choices. We are watching new movies and documentaries every night.

Shopping

We shopped at Costco in Vista last week, and spent a bundle, but on so many good things.  Darrell had a cart and I had another. We split up and agreed upon which items we would purchase.  He mainly gets the dog items, water, household cleaning items, beer and wine, and deli, and I scour each lane for the little things that we need for completely great meals.  It all works together, whether it's Costco, or our local Smart and Final. Along the way, we stopped at our favorite Vietnamese Pho restaurant, "Pho Guys" for take-away. Love their food!

Entertainment

I've gotten used to having most of the talk and cooking shows being recorded from home. In fact, I love the real and sincere nature of these shows more than ever.  I feel as though I know the stars as people. This dimension has given them a soul.

Home Sweet Home

We continue to enjoy our pool and hot tub.  Our pool service tech takes care of both every week, adding whatever chemicals are needed, and keeping things perfect.  Our yard groomers visit once per week to do their magic, and make our property look like a park.  

Our passion fruit are just starting to become ripe.  We had the first two today, and they were delicious.  Meanwhile, our lemons are growing and tangerines are ripening. We have a lot of bees, so I bought a couple of bee watering stations. They aren't using them yet, so if you have advice, please let me know.

So Much Turmoil

There is still so much to worry about.  It becomes overwhelming.  The virus is still out there. People are sick and dying. We are all limited in what we can do. We are still stuck, waiting for help.  We need tests and vaccines asap, but even in such a great Country, we don't have easy access to testing, and vaccines are still farther out on the horizon.  I feel sad for us. We believed that we were so much better and stronger than we really are. And we're not even through the first wave of this horrific virus.  It is a shame.

Then there are the race issues.  As the protests continue, I hope, but wonder if anything really will change?  It is difficult to change a culture. Can we? I sure hope so. It begins with each of us.

Peace

Friends, if you've read this through, I thank you for hearing me out.  I wish you good health and peace. Until next time. Peace. Love. Hold fast.  Find your calm in the chaos.  #peace #love #holdfast