This week was a little better for me. I think the realization that this isn't coming to an end any time soon, clicked for me this week. The multitude of emotions I have been feeling has been tiring. I try each day to push through and get motivated. Some days it works, some days it doesn't work. I have been trying to say in touch with friends and it seems like we are all feeling the same thing. It's weird to say, that in a way, its nice we are all feeling these feelings of uncertainty and worry. We really are all in this together.
Instead of my normal links on Friday, I thought I would share a few observations/ thoughts from this past week.
1. Homemade Masks/// I have knowledge how to sew and basic understanding how a sewing machine works but making these masks proved to beyond my skill set. I have watched so many tutorials and read so many instructions but when it came time for me to actually make it- it was rough. One mask was too big, one was too small; the pleats were uneven and crooked; the elastic got caught one too many times in places in wasn't supposed to be. I laughed when I finally put my seam ripper down and looked at the mess I had made. I spoke to my crafty friends and alas, they were having trouble too! Praise!! I am not the only one! My one crafty friend even said the same thing I was thinking, those crafty ladies online make it look so easy! Needless to say, I have a long way to go before I can sew anything resembling what the finished product should be. HA!
2. Dinosaur Inflated Costumes/// These have been making me laugh all week long. Two people in town were spotting going into Shop Rite in inflatable dinosaur costumes. They looked so funny but I think it was a smart idea! They had to be sweating in them but at least it made people smile. Can you imagine seeing a dinosaur walking down the aisles of a supermarket?! They were also spotted in a drive by birthday party!
3. Dinosaur Landmark/// On the topic of dinosaurs, the town over from me has a large dinosaur that has been a staple in that town for decades. ( I did some research, it has been in existence since the 1930s! I also learned his name is Bud.) It's gone through many transformations and it might have lost its head a few times but it's back and better than ever. Someone dresses the dinosaur up for each holiday. Currently it has an Easter bonnet on. It also has a mask on because of what's going on. The little mask barely covers his snout and its adorable. It always makes me smile when I see it. Totally a silver lining in my day!
4. Daily Devotional/// Since I am having a hard time concentrating on reading, I decided to order myself a daily devotional called What Really Matters, Our Daily Bread. I started it yesterday and I think its perfect for me right now. The readings and reflections are short and sweet but are packed with lots of knowledge. I am trying to strengthen my spirituality and I think this is a good starting point.
5. Orchids/// I brought my orchids home late last month because I didn't want to chance leaving them there if we were to close for an extended time. I worked so hard to get them to bloom AKA I work really hard not to kill them. They seem to be adjusting well to their new surroundings, they miss the others that I left at the office but they have made new friends- the house plants. I am happy that they orchids are still blooming and looking beautiful. What a bright spot in this dreary time.
6. New Normal/// I talked about this on Monday but here in New Jersey, you are now mandated to wear masks anytime you go into a store. This gives me mixed emotions- I am happy that you are required to wear a mask but I am also sad because there have been so many times, I've smiled at someone as I walked past them and now I feel as if my non-verbal communication is limited. ( I am not venturing out to stores anyway, just work) Kelly Stamps of Kelly's Korner posted an Instastory about how sad she was going into the store and not really smiling at people and not making eye contact has been really hard for her because she is a people person like me. I totally understood what she was saying and felt the same exact way. Its a strange time we are living in right now.
Easter is this weekend, how are you and your family spending it? Do you have family traditions or do you try to do something new this year. I know Easter will not look the same as other years but this is a great time to start new traditions!
Enjoy your weekend, responsibly and stay well!
[[it is finished. John 19:50]]
-gabrielle
P.S. Don't forget to read this weeks posts- The New Normal and My Fitness Journey + Resources
Linking up with Andrea, Erica and Narci today.
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