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Oh Fall
What a crazy wild ride the past six months have been. Masks, no masks. Will school start after Labor Day or will it start at all? Parents are having to unexpectedly don the hat of a teacher while college campus life has been chaotic for students. Our lives are like escalators; up and down and at times, totally out of control. Even the big box stores can’t decide if we should enter through one door on the far side of the building or not!
In the meantime, I’ve asked numerous people, how are you keeping your sanity during the madness? Some state that they are glad to have returned to work, others continue to do physical exercise for their sanity and yet others have taken to serious hobbies like sewing, painting and gardening. Visiting from a distance with masks have helped others to cope with the feeling of isolation that this whole shutdown has generated in people of all ages. I’ve noticed that with some of my dialysis patients, the staff is the only other human contact they have outside their homes.
During this continued time of uncertainty, let’s not forget about our friends and family members and reach out to them by phone if not in person to make sure they are okay. Do they need anything; groceries, a ride to the post office or doctor’s office? Almost four months ago, I lost my high school best friend to pancreatic cancer. A quick call or text to her family let’s them know I’m concerned and willing to listen as they continue to deal with their grief.
As fall and the change of the season approaches, let us move forward with blessings and thanks for our health, safety and for those who are able to work, employment. We know that life goes on so let’s enjoy our favorites that welcome the fall season. For my sister, it’s devouring all things pumpkin spice! For myself, it’s doing the research and drafts for the final book in The Fat Girls Club book series and raking falling leaves.
I want to say “thank you” to all my readers of this newsletter. Stay safe, healthy and positive in mind, body and spirit.
In the meantime, I’ve asked numerous people, how are you keeping your sanity during the madness? Some state that they are glad to have returned to work, others continue to do physical exercise for their sanity and yet others have taken to serious hobbies like sewing, painting and gardening. Visiting from a distance with masks have helped others to cope with the feeling of isolation that this whole shutdown has generated in people of all ages. I’ve noticed that with some of my dialysis patients, the staff is the only other human contact they have outside their homes.
During this continued time of uncertainty, let’s not forget about our friends and family members and reach out to them by phone if not in person to make sure they are okay. Do they need anything; groceries, a ride to the post office or doctor’s office? Almost four months ago, I lost my high school best friend to pancreatic cancer. A quick call or text to her family let’s them know I’m concerned and willing to listen as they continue to deal with their grief.
As fall and the change of the season approaches, let us move forward with blessings and thanks for our health, safety and for those who are able to work, employment. We know that life goes on so let’s enjoy our favorites that welcome the fall season. For my sister, it’s devouring all things pumpkin spice! For myself, it’s doing the research and drafts for the final book in The Fat Girls Club book series and raking falling leaves.
I want to say “thank you” to all my readers of this newsletter. Stay safe, healthy and positive in mind, body and spirit.
A Purposeful Month
I had no idea that the month of March was a month of purpose and recognition until I did my research for this newsletter.
Besides being known as Irish American Heritage and National Women’s History Month, I’m sure you weren’t aware of a few quirky celebratory days that were recently recognized; March ninth, International Fanny Pack Day or the thirteenth, National Earmuff Day or National Panda Day that was celebrated on the sixteenth of this month. If you missed these, don’t fret, there are a few more on the way. The twenty-first is Absolutely Incredible Kid Day, and the twenty-third is Meteorological Day.
On a personal note, I endured a frightful experience while traveling from Springfield, MO to Kansas City. When a pickup truck, that did not have some items secured in the bed of it, moved in front of my vehicle, a hard plastic board flew up and obliterated my windshield on impact. I thank the Lord I wasn’t distracted because I could have easily rolled my truck had I not been in control of the steering wheel.
I’ve also been deep into unpacking as I push my way through a wall of containers, clothes, boxes and so many other things. It’s been a while since I’ve rented an apartment and dealt with all the work that goes into organizing and carrying out this task which involves movers, family and friends that volunteer their time. When things get a tad bit overwhelming, I’ve found solace in watching Peppa Pig!
Don’t judge me until you’ve watched a few episodes. This cheeky little piggie has helped me wind down from the stressors of Covid-19 news, staffing shortages and now moving. Sometimes the mind needs to wander, and the body needs laughter to heal.
“A good laugh heals a lot of hurts”- Madeleine L’ Engle
Besides being known as Irish American Heritage and National Women’s History Month, I’m sure you weren’t aware of a few quirky celebratory days that were recently recognized; March ninth, International Fanny Pack Day or the thirteenth, National Earmuff Day or National Panda Day that was celebrated on the sixteenth of this month. If you missed these, don’t fret, there are a few more on the way. The twenty-first is Absolutely Incredible Kid Day, and the twenty-third is Meteorological Day.
On a personal note, I endured a frightful experience while traveling from Springfield, MO to Kansas City. When a pickup truck, that did not have some items secured in the bed of it, moved in front of my vehicle, a hard plastic board flew up and obliterated my windshield on impact. I thank the Lord I wasn’t distracted because I could have easily rolled my truck had I not been in control of the steering wheel.
I’ve also been deep into unpacking as I push my way through a wall of containers, clothes, boxes and so many other things. It’s been a while since I’ve rented an apartment and dealt with all the work that goes into organizing and carrying out this task which involves movers, family and friends that volunteer their time. When things get a tad bit overwhelming, I’ve found solace in watching Peppa Pig!
Don’t judge me until you’ve watched a few episodes. This cheeky little piggie has helped me wind down from the stressors of Covid-19 news, staffing shortages and now moving. Sometimes the mind needs to wander, and the body needs laughter to heal.
“A good laugh heals a lot of hurts”- Madeleine L’ Engle
