Joyful Glimmer

What's different, what's the same during shelter at home

So as we know this is unprecedented times and things feel different because we are sheltering in place. A lot is different but some things are the same. Around here, this is my list of same stuff and different stuff. I'm not including the universal stuff like wearing masks, not going out to eat, etc.

Different: #1. I used to only drink 2 cups of coffee a day. I'm up to 3-4 now. It's a comforting ritual. And I stocked up!!

Same #1. Alcohol consumption = same. I mean I get it that people are home and bored but moderation is important. If we all come out of this as raging alcoholics, the virus won and we are losers.

Different #2. Buying groceries in a huge trip instead of every day. Now I have to think for a long time to make my list. The boys inevitably say, "I thought you were going 15 minutes ago." And I say, "I am still working on my list."

Same #2. I am home normally anyway because I am not working. So my basic routine is the same.

Different #3. Usually I am alone but now the boys are here and husband works from home 2 days a week. So I have more company.

Same #3. Every day I get dressed. Getting dressed makes me feel normal.

Different #4. I am normally a news junkie but I don't have it on because I don't want the kids to have anxiety from all the bad stuff they are reporting. I'm down to an hour a day or less.

Same #4. Exercise. Well unless its too cold out. Hee hee. I'm a wuss. But I try to exercise every other day.

Different #5. My hair is coming back in my natural color. Haven't seen it since I was 14. Interesting to see what it will look like. I don't mind waiting to get my hair done because I am social distancing to flatten the curve.

Same #5. There is still hope. We can't lose hope. Things will get better. It will take time staying home to prevent the spread.