dual personalities

Well, I’m not there yet.

But, it has been a full week of social distancing for me. And my only social interactions for the past seven days have been during my attempts to virtue signal by ordering takeout from downtown restaurants within walking distance. I really can’t believe we have finagled a situation in America where staying home from work and ordering takeout makes me a hero. Because don’t think for a moment that I am not a hero for staying in my apartment.

I have also ventured out to the Hy Vee. Today, I bought enough wine to get the 10% discount for six or more bottles.

Now I feel prepared .

I am lucky for many reasons but one of them is that I have my craft room turned office so I am able to separate my work life from my home life. During the day, I try to minimize time out of my office–taking a break of lunch–so that at 5p, I close the laptop and move to my living room as I would if I were getting home from work.

Of course, like most people, I am stressed by all of this. And I look forward to the day when we return to normal (if that’s possible). However, I am also trying to find joy in the midst of my social isolation. For instance, I think we should all take a moment to appreciate that we are basically glazing over the awkward dress period of Spring where it is hard to know what to wear. It’s cold in the morning and often gloomy, but I’m always tired of wearing the same winter clothes by the time March/April roll around. Well, now, it’s just my leggings and sweatshirt and no one to see me. By the time I’m back at work, it’ll be fully spring and my wardrobe will make a smooth and safe transition.

So, I’m trying to focus on some positives…even if they are a bit of a stretch (like my pants).