Yesterday we got a midmorning call from my mom yesterday. She was at the grocery store. My first instinct was to get frustrated that she was at the store putting herself in harms way of getting germs! After she assured me that she was taking all kinds of precautions I allowed myself to get excited because she was able to score us some toilet paper and some paper towels! They had a limit of one per person, but they let her purchase for her daughter. We met her half way, at the West Vigo IGA parking lot. I had some hand sanitizer and Clorox wipes for her so we met to exchange our goods. My mom looked absolutely adorable with her new bob haircut and her new truck. We gave "air hugs" and she talked to the kids from the car. It did my heart good to get out into the world a little bit and see my mom from afar.
I checked in on Peggy yesterday and she said they were doing ok. Dad is also doing great. All is well.
I've really been tuned into what is bringing me joy lately. I've noticed more than ever that exercise and movement are very important to my mental well being. I've been making it a point to do some exercise each day. My Zumba instructor has been live streaming her workouts so we can do them at home. That's been so nice. The sun came out briefly yesterday morning. Long enough for me to take my coffee outside and stand in the yard. I walked all around looking at new life popping up. Thank goodness it's spring. Today has been sunny and much warmer, around 60 degrees. We spent a few hours outside today. We played, picked up a little in the yard and the kids painted garden stones. I sucked up as much sunlight as I could. I thrive on sunlight. It does wonders for me. I went on a long run around the neighborhood in the evening.
It's been so wonderful to see how people are reaching out and helping others during this time. I've heard the phrase "we are all alone together" a lot lately and it's sort of comforting. I was able to listen to Pastor Bob give a message last Sunday from our computer and then video chat with the girls from my Sunday School class afterwards. Technology is very helpful in this current space and time.
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