It was Sunday 03-22-20 when I began this page-a-day blog. I went back and read about that day and it feels as though I could copy and paste a good deal of it. I no longer work for someone else’s firm but I am back in the same boat physically and mentally. Time for me to recover, let myself rest, get some more things off my stress list and then STOP MAKING LISTS, real or imagined.
I woke earlier than I wanted to. I tried to just stay in bed and relax. My phone rang and it was Maureen. She had read and reached out. It is clear she has previously dealt with other’s depression. Her words were uplifting, encouraging and specific to my issues at the moment. I was given opportunity to just let go, and cry. She encouraged me to just do one thing on my list today and that would be enough.
I got ready and headed over to give Will his present as he turns 9 tomorrow. We had a nice moment out in the sun.
Next stop was to get the Willys into my name and get the storage insurance on it. I had to call Ashlée to meet me at the Insurance place as we missed one necessary signature. She paid for the storage insurance which was only 30 dollars and expires on her birthday in April. It feels good to have my baby back.
I decided it was a beautiful day for a drive, which always cheers me up. I had gas station mystery shops to do in Kimberley and Ft Steele so off I went. It was a great choice to take my mind off everything else and I met some sweet employees. Between the two I decided to take the long way and stopped for a safe distanced short visit with my Cousin Jeanne. I have loved her my whole life and she is dealing with her own tough health issues. We commiserated and laughed. It was hard not to hug her but so good to see her face.
I had no idea how great the store was that is attached to the Esso at Ft Steele. It is an RV resort and has a wonderful collection of gifts and antiques. After I was done my job shop I went back and bought a little gift for a friend to stick in her Christmas card. Support local!
It was pretty well dark by the time I got home. It’s funny that I actually like my outdoor decorations in the daytime as much as the night. I put my Candles in the Window. It is a tradition I learned of in Newfoundland and I love it. A lit candle is a symbol to weary travelers that they are welcome in this home.
I decided to make myself a good dinner and dessert to use the food I have and not waste. Main course was a take on bruschetta with tomatoes, bocconcini and fresh sole on multigrain baguette, so delicious. Dessert was apple crisp as I had 6 apples of various types starting to get a bit old. Rae had given me some fresh ones today for snacks. It turned out so good and the place smells awesome.
I do feel a lot better and will get the book work done tomorrow that I was going to do today. My mental health break was much more necessary. I hope I have ridden the wave of Covid Fatigue and am on the mend.
triumphgal 