Isolation Day 12: Today in isolation meant Sean was home all day which was pretty great. Being cooped up means there are soooo many minutes in the day for the kids to be jerks. Who knew? Though there’s a good amount of the good, too. I have to remind myself. Here’s some of that: • before my work meetings, I did a cardio session. Each time I laid down to do my set of leg lifts, Lucy clobbered me with nuzzles and licks. It was pretty cute. • the kids are becoming quite confident in the kitchen. • today I brightened my mood with bright clothes. It worked because I’m simple! • Sean and the kids watched a recording of the old 1990 Duke vs UConn elite 8 game that went into overtime. • Thora made a List of Constructive Things in hopes to encourage her to do more than sleep this time away. • Thora made shepherds pie tonight for dinner. It was a winner! • I finished the pantry cleanout! It is so satisfying to have combined the many duplicates of various o...
Isolation Day 11: Things (besides working from home) that happened today. • an early trip to the store • a (relatively) clean body means a new tattoo canvas • sibling cuddles • half-assed yoga • 2 dog walks • dropping off groceries to an older neighbor and chatting with him for a bit • Meals are whatever, however • Reading! • some good progress on the Isolation Pantry Cleanout • though there is still a disheartening amount of pantry detritus everywhere • Auric and Thora cooked dinner while I had a zoom happy hour with workmates. • Auric’s first attempt at homemade sushi wasn’t too shabby. Have a good day/night everyone!