Distancing Socially

Quarantine as defined by Merriam Webster is a state of enforced isolation.

Today is day 6 or 7 of the coronapocalypse. I seem to have lost count and I also, at times, seem to have forgotten what day it is. The days are short, the nights are long and I yearn for the days when I didn’t have to make plans for running out of toilet paper or the days when you could sneeze in public without catching a side eye from Karen.

On a serious note, I don’t think I’ve ever experienced anything quite like this during my time on earth and I’m not really sure how I feel about it. I try not to dwell too much in my own head which has proven to be a challenge during this time of isolation. In a way, the things that are happening (if you think on them too deeply) are fairly worrisome. Possibly, even more concerning than the virus itself is the power our government now possesses and the worldwide panic we are witnessing which in turn leaves people desperate and looking for anyone to fix the problem. At the same time, I also find myself feeling grateful  for this opportunity to reflect and rest. It has pushed me back towards the things that used to bring me comfort that I have been distracted from recently… drawing, painting, writing, and nature.

We could all take a little time to reflect on the things we are thankful for that maybe at some point we took for granted during this time of quarantine…. like toilet paper (??) SIDE NOTE: What does toilet paper have to do with the corona virus?? I still haven’t figured it out. And looking back on this post maybe I should have titled this whole thing “Toilet Paper.” OOPS.

Social distancing has encouraged me to reflect and refocus, slow down and appreciate. While sometimes the internet is a frustrating place and I try not to spend too much time there it has brought me joy to see people spreading kindness and offering a helping hand during times like these. It has also made me more thankful for the people in my life. I have been fortunate enough to keep my job and work from home while others have not been as fortunate and I realize this may be a completely different situation for you.

Also, shout out to the people on the front lines of this pandemic who are putting themselves at risk day by day. You are the real MVP’s! 

We will come through this stronger and hopefully more unified. I encourage everyone to spread love and positivity (within 6 feet of course) in the weeks/months to come. I end this entry with some words of encouragement in the form of Bee Gees lyrics… “Ah ha ha ha stayin alive, saying alive. Ah ha ha ha stayin alive.”