#so glad I built that costco greenhouse now

[mugglesauce]

Full quote from Henry Rollins in 2016: "This is not a time to be dismayed, this is punk rock time. This is what Joe Strummer trained you for. It is now time to go. You’re a good person. That means more now than ever. ‘Cause, as a voter, you throw your penny and you throw it in the sea, that’s all a vote is, it’s like nothing, you don’t even hear it fall. But you can be thunderous in your own life, and being cool to the eight people around you? It rubs off. Goodness is viral.”

[meljhart]

Corona Virus Crisis 2020

I have chosen to chronical my thoughts, feelings and activities during the COVID-19 crisis. The following is my daily summary.

March 18, 2020

I arrive at work and learn that vulnerable individuals are allowed, to self-quarantine themselves if they are high risk or are caring for someone that is high risk. Since both apply to me, I use the morning to get my work affairs in order, then leave. I am in . I am in shock and emotional at the same time.

March 19, 2020

Day 1 of house arrest. Not really. Just feels like it. I am high risk for complications/death, if I should contract the Corona virus and I care for my elderly Father who is also high risk due to health concerns.

At my work place, social distancing is difficult to do. Very seldom are you really 6 feet away from another person. The opportunity arose yesterday, that I could put myself in quarantine at home to greatly minimize my exposure and also so that I do not potentially expose my Dad or his close friend.

I’d like to sum up what may day has been like….

Today’s activities:

1.       Made a batch of my Cold and Flu Kicker Remedy.

2.       Made a batch of hand sanitizer.

3.       Shopped online.

4.       Watched the news and the presidents briefing.

5.       Planted garlic in the greenhouse.

6.       Sat in the sun a couple of times.

7.       Walked around my yard a few times.

8.       Completed the 2020 census online.

9.       Yoga.

10.   Fed sourdough starter.

11.   Paid bills.

12.   Wiped down every door knob, light switch, counter top, etc.

13.   Washed the windows.

14.   Watered the house plants.

15.   Brought in firewood. Been burning all day for heat. Helps with power usage.

16.   Answered a couple of work questions.

Today’s observations/thoughts:

1.       While outside, I noticed how quiet it is. Weird quiet. The only vehicles that went by the house today have been the garbage truck, Fed Ex, UPS, Mail Truck and some neighbors.

2.       I have to remove myself from the computer and the news. Too depressing!

3.       I feel weak, inadequate, for staying home. I would rather be working until retirement. I get emotional. I’m scared. I am genuinely afraid if my Dad contracts it, it’s over for him and if I contract it, I may end up like him, on oxygen, for the rest of my life or worse.

4.       News today depresses me. My daughter is in Japan. She’s been there close to 6 months working. She is due to come home in 2 weeks and I hope that she still is able to now that international travel is Level 4. This stresses me out. I want to see and hug my kid!

Today’s mindset:

1.       I can do this! This needs to happen to “flatten the curve” of the virus.

2.       Glad Hubby is doing ok but I worry about him.

3.       Glad to know both daughters,the son in law and significant other are ok.

4.       Planning my activities for tomorrow.

March 20, 2020

I don’t have the energy like yesterday. I learned last night that there is a Global Level 4 Travel Advisory and it is not known if my daughter will be coming home soon.

Today’s activities:

1.       Had a nap.

2.       Checked on Dad.

3.       Camped on the computer.

4.       Baked sourdough bread.

5.       Got the mail.

6.       Sat in the sun.

7.       Wiped down everything.

8.       Yoga.

9.       Worked a little on taxes. Not too motivated.

10.   Watched tv.

11.   Did a load of laundry. Wash, dry, fold, put away.

12.   Chatted for a while with my daughter.

Today’s observations/thoughts:

1.       With the sun out, the neighbors are more inclined to go out for walks or go places.

2.       I’m hoping my daughter can make it home safe and healthy.

3.       It is still not as noisy as normal.

4.       Making plans for tomorrow.

Today’s mindset:

1.       I’m feeling a little down today. And tired. I think it is because of the stress and anxiety of the pandemic and everything that comes with it.

March 21, 2020

I am still unmotivated. I slept in today. Was somewhat lazy.

Today’s Activities:

1.       Slept in.

2.       Checked on Dad.

3.       Sat in the Sun. This helps feel good and usually helps with my energy levels.

4.       Wipe down everything.

5.       Checked on my starts in the green house.

6.       Did some cooking.

Today’s Mindset:

1.       Not much else…..

March 22, 2020

Still somewhat unmotivated. Maybe it’s a bit of depression. This whole thing going on in the world right now is depressing. Trying to pull myself out of it. Better today than yesterday.

Today’s Activities:

1.       Watched trees being limbed next door. Opens it up for more sunlight in our garden area.

2.       Checked on Dad.

3.       Took a ride with Hubby out to our property on Hood Canal. It felt good to get out.

4.       Made some liquid hand soap. Lemon scented!

5.       Wiped down everything.

6.       Checked on my starts in the green house. Getting antsy to plant.

7.       Made some bar soap. Need to finish it up tomorrow.

Today’s Mindset:

1.       Is this really worth it? Then I think, Yes, after hearing more people are getting sick and more deaths happening every single day.

March 23, 2020

I’m feeling better today. It helps me to have a plan of action when starting the day. I’m also doing my best to practice good social distancing.

Today’s Activities:

1.       Took a walk around our loop twice early this morning. Equates to half a mile. It felt good to be moving.

2.       Shopped Costco online for delivery. Have an order being delivered later this week.

3.       Shopped Fred Meyer online for pick up. Scheduled to pick up later this week.

4.       Renewed my driver’s license online. It expires tomorrow and the offices are all closed!

5.       Washed, dried, folded and put away a load of laundry.

6.       Finished my soap project from yesterday.

7.       Wiped down everything.

8.       Planted Kale and Spinach seed in the garden.

9.       Wiped down an antique chest my Grandpa built.

10.   Washed off some old glassware.

11.   Played the PS4 for a while.

12.   Yoga.

Today’s mindset:

1.       This sucks, but I/we can get through this.