I'm in the angry stage. I've gone through different feelings these past weeks, much like the stages of grief. I'm over the initial denial and panic phase. I've had times of sadness and depression but also peaceful times of acceptance enjoying the solitude. Like going through a time of trauma, the stages circle around and… Continue reading Social distance shaming
“I’ve cleaned everything in my house. I’ve run out of things to clean!” This is not a statement made by me. I wish that all that was left for me to do in my house was alphabetize my spices. I truly admire the Type A people with time on their hands during these weeks at… Continue reading One bucket at a time
Is it possible for us as humans to truly live for today? I’ve thought about this as we are all suddenly unable to make any long range plans. I’m not really a huge planner, but I like having things written down on my calendar to look forward to. I was going to be busy in… Continue reading Can you live for today?
I’m starting something different on my blog today. I’m going to actually - blog. I am an over-editor when it comes to my writing. I write and rewrite and let it sit a day or two, then edit it again. That’s not a bad thing, but it keeps me from being very productive. But I’m… Continue reading Unfiltered
Are you feeling lonely right now? As we go down this road of sheltering in place, it would be unusual if we weren’t feeling isolated.Even in my retired state, I’m used to being around people at church and the gym. I find I’m missing the little conversations with store clerks and restaurant workers. I don’t… Continue reading Are You Lonely?
Under the Magnolia Tree 