My apologies for having disappeared last week. I was trying to get everything together for my first day from working at home while making sure every other little thing was in order.
Working from home is going well; better than I would have imagined. I am working from a HP laptop, as opposed to a MAC with double screens at the office, so that is an adjustment. Never realized how much faster things move with two screens. Other than that, it has been a blessing. Not to get to graphic, but my stomach issues have completely cleared; I am sleeping without pills; Shayna has sudden new respect from me - she is by my side 24 x 7, not a peep out of her while I am working (which includes calls to clients). MHN is calmer because I am here in case he needs help with something. So, for 4 days per week, 9-2, at I am at my little desk or computer desk, working away. While I hope the virus passes us quickly, I have to think long and hard about returning to the office. The office is tentatively scheduled to re-open April 6; the governor said non-essentials stay closed to April 22; with MHN is such a precarious position, he is extremely fearful of me going back. (As am I.)
I have been getting up a little later and taking a quick walk around the yard for some fresh air, after getting the newspapers or putting mail in the mailbox. Rather than using disposable gloves, I have taken to using the plastic sleeves in which the newspapers are delivered as mitts. Keeping the glove supply for more important things.
So other than working from home, not being able to go to the library and not going to stores for the foreseeable future, nothing else much has changed! I am still beholden to a large list of to-dos with a few more things added to it. I want to make some face masks for our use, as what Smilow gave to MHN is not going to last very long. They are more for his protection than mine, but I would guess at some point, I will have to venture out, but not without a mask.
We are getting Misfits boxes each week for organic fruits and veggies. (I do have a 50% off code for the first box, so if you would to try it, leave a message or email me & I will share it with you.) MHN ordered oranges from FL. We have a PeaPod order from Stop & Shop for delivery next week and I also did an Amazon order for junk food. (my bad!) So far so good, after one week.
For whatever reason, I have always kept a good stock of personal necessities, like soaps, tooth paste, floss, shampoo, etc. so we will be okay for a while. I am thinking about having to restock all of this at some future date and my head spins. I have a checklist of items for each store where I shop. I am trying not to worry about that now. (Don't I have enough??)
Before I head on to the next item on my "to-do", I want to share this post from my daughter:
"Ah, COVID! I am one of the thousands of people freshly unemployed due to COVID, with no means of reliable income for the foreseeable future. I have discounted all of the pendants in my shop, and from now until April 30 (at the earliest), at LEAST 10% of all proceeds will go to my co-workers in need of immediate assistance. Thank you for your support!"
The link for her Etsy shop is: https://www.etsy.com/shop/turtledovecraft?fbclid=IwAR1gXtgFESCDvl6ffECDFmncNT82qRmBMxspsqnl1PeVFaUp1QxjuVuwM9o
Please check it out and consider a purchase for yourself or a friend. These are very unusual pendants and whenever I wear mine, people usually stop to ask about it. If there is no occasion coming up, consider purchasing one and tucking it away when you need a lovely gift for someone. Or make today the special occasion and surprise someone! Thank you for your consideration!
I leave you with a wish for staying safe and staying healthy. Please do not take chances. xoxo
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