April 21, 2020

The world conditions have not changed much though in some areas the spread of covid seems to have slowed a little. The economies throughout the world are being negatively affected and many people are eager to open the doors again and get things back to normal. We are concerned that if people rush to reopen the economy and society too quickly the virus will only regain momentum. We realize that  we are fortunate to have each other and be in our own home under relatively good circumstances and we do understand the worries and concerns of so many other individuals.

We continue with our daily walks, sorting thru Grandpa Tanner’s things and our own pictures, reading, staying in touch with children and friends and watching Musicals and other movies and shows on TV . Our tax information was ready and we drove it over to our accountant and left it at his door. We thought he would be swamped but he got it done quickly and had papers back to us for signing within a couple of days. We made our first foray out into the shopping world and went to Costco early this morning along with other seniors. Many were wearing face masks and gloves and we were too. We were let in before younger customers as seniors are at a higher risk during this virus season and they are trying to keep us out of the medical system.

We are trying to keep in touch with friends and our hearts and prayers go out to those who are alone, those who have companions who are ill and those who are dealing with other serious problems on top of the covid 19 virus concerns. Isolating can be fun and interesting for some and a serious struggle and challenge for others. We have one friend who lives in a senior living facility and he and all residents are confined to their rooms and food delivered to their doors. Another friend has had to put down her beloved cat who was also her only companion. And yet another friend’s husband is dying and her children living in the USA probably won’t be able to come up to see him. Our hearts are aching for all of them and we are praying  for the alleviation of not only the virus but all the other side affects it brings along with it.

We are preparing for a family dance demo that each of our families are putting together to share on our family messaging site. We are afraid that means grandparents too. We try to share in our families Sunday activities via FaceTime and offer some additional  thoughts and challenges.

Our son says when seniors are left isolating too long they do strange things. The picture below proves that this is very true.

Yes She Can!