Life continues to feel surreal.
A week ago, the hubby’s fixation on the news became too much.
I had to flee the house.
And ended up outside:
Beneath blue skies.
Spring said, “Hello, I’m here for you!”
I found some moss that needs a serious haircut.
And got my dirt ready.
In a week or so, I’ll plant my cold crops and watch them grow.
My dad turned 89, so I left a message in sidewalk chalk outside his senior apartment.
And in my writing room, I’m making masks.
And writing. A little.
My heart goes out to all those who are suffering.
To all those who are caring.
I wish you warmth, peace, and light.
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Bless your heart for the chalk writings. Think of how many with birthdays might have seen it. Your parents must have been on cloud nine. Thanks so much for sharing the pictures. A great reminder about rebirth and beginning again. I wear a homemade mask too now for the few times I need to go out like get mail, take out trash, or to to pick up a grocery order that’s all ready for me every couple of weeks. We have some very strict Stay at Home guidelines this time around. Thank God, people seem to be listening this time. Be safe and well, my friend.
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I worry that the US won’t sustain the stay at home orders and social distancing – that we’ll have to endure a second wave. But I’m hopeful too. Yes, my parents were celebrities for the day. All the balconies were full of elderly people waving and taking pictures. It was so fun, Mary. I’m wearing a mask every time I go out. It’s a good reminder to people that they should too. Thanks so much for taking the time to stop by. I hope you have a beautiful peaceful Sunday, and if you celebrate Easter, have a lovely holiday. ❤
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I worry about everything opening up too soon, too. It doesn’t sound like my governor is in favor of that, either. I do celebrate Easter. Thanks. Back at you if you do too. My Sunday has been quiet and…lazy. I seem to need a day off.
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Relax, my friend. Enjoy the special day.
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Thank you for sending out your warm wishes. There are so many who need them now.
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It’s such a strange time, Liz, especially as we learn how to navigate information, how to stay safe and balanced, and still care for others. I’m still figuring it out, and don’t see much changing for a while, particularly in the US. I hope you’re doing well and finding peace within all the chaos. Have a wonderful day, and if you celebrate, Happy Easter. ❤
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I think you’re right about things not changing in the US for a while. I’m coping all right if I focus on one day at a time.
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Spring does help so much…it’s a reminder that the world goes on, and that the “winters” of our lives are always eventually replaced by a “spring.” Hang in there…Happy Easter!
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Thank you, Ann. Nature is a ceaseless source of wisdom and advice, isn’t it. I find so much solace outside. I’m hanging in there. I hope you are finding opportunities to get outside. Be well and Happy Easter. Thanks for the visit!
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What would we do without Nature. Happy Easter, Diana.🐇💕
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Nature keeps me balanced and sane, JD. I’d be a wreck otherwise especially with the television (I dislike televisions in general). Fortunately the rain is holding off and I’ve been able to get outside. I hope you have a beautiful Sunday, Happy Easter. ❤
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I am not a fan of the news media. Nature (& my peace-filled lizard) has been a dear friend to me as well during this time of sickness & forced economic collapse. I’m happy you have so much beauty there. The moss is adorable & I admire what you did for your Dad! Best wishes
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Thank you, Dawn. The news is helpful, but for me, an hour a day is sufficient. Nature has been a huge source of peace for me, and I’m glad you have your peaceful lizard. I just have a dog. Ha ha. Have a lovely Sunday and if you celebrate, Happy Easter. Be well. ❤
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I think you’re correct, an hour a day of a reliable news source is beneficial. You have a beautiful place around you. Thank you, I’m grateful for Lil’ Murph. He has a dog brother. Dog could really learn some silence techniques from his lizard bro. : ) I hope you have a beautiful day as well.
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Happy Belated Birthday to your Dad, Diana!
A very happy Easter to you all.
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Thanks so much, Pat. He was tickled by the birthday message as were all the residents there. It was fun and easy to do and I plan to do more. Happy Easter to you too. Have a beautiful day and be well. ❤
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I m sure the chalk part was unexpected, original and, above all, heartfelt. A blessing for sure.
Maybe a riddle next time 🙂
Stay well, stay happy. xx
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I’m tired of all the news, too. My hubs is a bit of a new junkie, and thinks the TV must be on all. the. time. So glad it’s spring and the weather is nice enough to enjoy the outdoors! Not warm enough here yet to do any planting, but I’ll be transplanting my seedlings into their very own pots pretty soon. Any excuse to dig in the dirt 😀
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Same here, Julie. On all counts. We’re colder than the valley, so still getting nightly frosts even though the days are in the 70’s. I hope your writing is going better than mine! 🙂 My husband is noisy and time-consuming! Lol Have a lovely Sunday, and if you celebrate, have a Happy Easter.
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I’ve been pulling up some weeds and clearing a bit of moss away in our back garden. Who’s behind the mask! Lol.
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I’m glad you’re getting outside, Kevin. Yes that disheveled person is me. Ha ha. I was working in the garden and too lazy to fix my hair and put on mascara. Lol. I hope you have a healthy, peaceful Sunday, and Happy Easter!
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Lol… Who bothers with hair and make-up for doing the garden? 😁
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Not me, apparently. Hee hee.
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Great photos and awesome idea for a birthday message, I bet it put a smile on a lot of faces 🙂 Hope you and your parents remain safe in these troubling times.
We’re now entering week two of total isolation after my partner developed a fever last week. Thankfully our symptoms have been mild and the fever is gone, but not being able to go out at all is strange!
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I’m glad your symptoms have been mild, Louise. And hopefully now you’ll be immune. Thanks for being good citizens and staying quarantined. And yes, the birthday message was a big hit with all the residents. It was so much fun. Take good care of yourselves, and Happy Easter.
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Thanks Diana, yes, I hope we’ve got some immunity now too: When our isolation is over my partner’s back to work as he’s team leader at a supermarket!
Take care too, and Happy Easter 🙂
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What a wonderful way to lift your Dad’s spirits on his birthday. Magic. Isn’t it wonderful to have the beauty of nature on your doorstep. Happy planting. My heart goes out to those in the big cities, without gardens. Stay safe.
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My daughter, who lives in the city, is feeling that loss right now, for the first time, Brigid. Every time I talk to her she mentions wishing she had a garden. I feel sooo fortunate. We are still having nightly frosts, so I’m resisting the urge to put anything in the ground. It’s hard! Have a beautiful Sunday, and if you celebrate, have a Happy Easter. ❤
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Happy Easter and happy planting when those frosts disappear Diana. xx
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Lovely photos, with all the bad news, at least we can focus on the smaller things, the natural world and those intricate details we so often miss in our rush.
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I’m not much of a photographer, J. But it was nice to walk around and pause on the details of my day, to feel connected to a new routine as spring arrives here. I hope you have a beautiful day, get outside a bit, and find a good book. 🙂
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The day today looks promising, and as for good books, I have so many hanging around the house, that need a read, or rereading for a rview that I somehow missed the first time.In fact I’m excited to get o and read now.
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A lovely message for your Dad, Diana.
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Thanks for the visit, Sue. My dad enjoyed it, and so did all the other elderly residents. They crowded their balconies and waved and took pictures. It was so much fun. I’m going to go there once a week and leave random sidewalk messages for everyone to enjoy. Not a huge contribution to the national effort, but the seniors are terribly isolated – truly locked down into their rooms. Stay well, and Happy Easter. 🙂
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I think that is a wonderful idea, Diana. The chalked message outside my neighbours’ door makes me smile every morning. 🙂
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How sweet. 🙂 People can be quite wonderful.
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They can indeed 🙂
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Hugs, Diana. I hear you on wanting to step out— I try and go out when I can. That’s a lovely mask you’ve got there.
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Thanks, Damyanti. We’re having a string of beautiful days, so I’m getting outside for a fews hours, mostly to do chores, but it feels good. Feels “normal.” Yes, I’m making masks for family and friends and whoever wants one. They’re easy to do. I hope you and yours are healthy and staying safe. Whether you celebrate Easter or not, have a lovely day. 🙂
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Amazing you are making masks. And Ioved the birthday message on the sidewalk. How uplifting that was for everyone to see. I hope your parents are safe where they are. These are scary times. And don’t go anywhere without the mask. Stay safe Diana.<3
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I do where a mask, even if just to encourage others to do the same. 😀 The residents loved the birthday message. It was so fun as they all went out on their balconies and waved and took photos. It made my dad’s day. Yes, scary times. Stay safe and sane, my friend. 🙂 ❤
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Sane! That’s the key word! Keep uplifting my friend! ❤ xx
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I hope your dad enjoyed his birthday message. I just was watching a piece about a lady who was visiting her mom in a care facility, and her daughter was holding up notes right outside her mom’s window. Her mother wasn’t comprehending why her daughter couldn’t come in. So heartbreaking.
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I haven’t been able to see my parents in a month, but when I drop off groceries, we spend a little time on the phone with me on the sidewalk and them on the balcony. The birthday chalk was a huge hit with the whole place. I plan to do it some more – random messages to all the residents. Your story broke my heart. It must be horrible for parents who don’t understand what’s going on and the children who can’t be there. This pandemic is so wrenching. Thanks for stopping by, Pete. Stay healthy and strong. If you celebrate, Happy Easter. 😀
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So good to see you and your lovely pictures! We are well, still staying in, trying to have as much fun as possible. I miss my sister’s kids though
I hope it all ends soon and well
Take care my dear!
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Thanks for the visit, Basilike. I’m so glad to hear that you’re doing well and can relate to missing the kids in your life. That part is hard. I do hope your solitude isn’t too much longer. I think the US will take an extra year to get its act together. Our government is so clueless. Ugh. We’ll see. Keep trying to have fun and stay healthy. Hugs. ❤
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chalk on pavements… very Mary Poppins. It’s a thing here, a away to thank the refuse men and so on. And good to see the spring is sprunging for you. Love the masks btw – Vogue mentioned they might call. As my dad said to me when I went off on my first date aged circa 17 ‘Be good and if that’s not possible, be lucky’. He had a way that man.
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Thanks for the visit, Geoff. And I’m glad the chalk that taken off in the UK. So many people are finding creative ways to say thank you. Yes, spring has finally sprung! Phew. I needed it to show up. I hope you’re doing well and staying safe. What a crazy time. And if you celebrate Easter, have a lovely one. ❤
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And the same for you, Diana. Wonderful pictures. 🙂
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Thanks Steven. A bit of a ramble, but that’s where my head is these days – trying to find balance in a wobbling world. I hope you’re doing well and staying healthy. ❤
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So far, I am. I do understand the balancing act. I still go into work 4 days a week, but it’s a safe, clean environment. I actually feel safer there than going into a grocery store or filling the car. It hasn’t lost it’s surrealism yet, and probably won’t for a long time. Stay safe, my friend. 🙂
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Every once in a while I hear someone cough in the grocery store. I think there are still people around who feel invincible. Yes, the “new normal” is going to take some getting used to. Happy Easter.
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Thinking of you! Glad you could escape and share the beauty of your surroundings with us. Stay well and stay safe. 💓(((Hugs)))
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Thank you for the visit, MW. I’m finding a great escape outside and the sun has been cooperating beautifully. I hope you’re doing well and staying safe and sane during this crazy time. Sending love and hugs. ❤
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Diana, I cannot tell you how heartening I found it to get this peek into your Arcadian world. Thank you for this. Hope you’re keeping good spirits and health through this. In solidarity, friend…
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Well thank you, Sean. It really was a ramble on how I’m finding my way through this strange time. Trying to be helpful, constructive, occupied, connected to nature. I’m usually a positive person, but the daily news is so heart-wrenching. Much of it out of New York (though also full of heartwarming and inspiring caring and kindness). I feel a little like were all New Yorkers right now. I’m glad you enjoyed this and hope you and yours are doing well and staying safe and sane. ❤
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Outside! It’s rationed here in NYC…
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Oh, I know. I don’t live anywhere near NYC, but I watch what’s happening as if we’re neighbors (which we are). When this is over, I’m going to fly to New York, eat out, go to a show, take a carriage ride through Central Park and be part of the recovery of your great city. I hope you get to go outside soon. ❤
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Same here! Hopefully I’ll be back home in NYC at the same time, Diana, and we can meet for drinks!
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Wouldn’t that be fun. I think we’re a long way away. First an election in November and then things will start looking up. I hope we can last that long. 🙂
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Indeed — right now those are simply times to look forward to, not yet to plan. Agreed: Everything now comes down to November. I am an optimist by nature, but I don’t feel great about our chances, what with the coronavirus threatening onsite polling, the GOP’s multipronged voter-suppression efforts, and Trump’s superhuman ability to turn cataclysmic failure into his own personal victories. Dems have got to rally behind our candidate (and, to be clear, he wasn’t my first choice) and get out the vote!
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Don’t say that Trump might win. That sends me into a tailspin. The nation will never recover. I continue to hope that Americans aren’t set on destroying the country.
Yeah, I agree about Biden, but what can ya do. Vote for him! He’ll be a bazillion times better than the alternative!
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I hope we all do. Thanks Diana.
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A joy to see your post and pictures, Diana. Sending (((hugs))) across the miles. xo
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Thanks for the visit, Natalie. I’ve been fairly distracted and unproductive, but found some things to keep me active and engaged this week. I hope you’re doing well and taking good care of you and yours. Be well. ❤
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There is beauty and joy here, Diana! You look positively beautiful…and happy birthday to your beloved father, what a sweet thing to do…it made me smile (and boy, do we need more of that!).
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There is beauty and joy here, Diana! You look positively beautiful…and happy birthday to your beloved father, what a sweet thing to do…it made me smile (and boy, do we need more of that!).
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We do need smiles, Kim. This thing is impacting all aspects of daily life. I’m thinking of heading over to my parent’s apartment building and leaving random chalk messages for all the residents. They got such a kick out of the birthday wish. I felt like I was helping in some small way. Keep smiling, my friend, and take care. 🙂
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I’m wrapping up a book that I find on our laundry room shelves that no tenants are reading with a sticky that reads, Reading In The Time Of Corona (A Blind Date Book) and I’m randomly placing them in our park. I sent the first one out in the world this week, I placed it in the crook of a hollow tree where the squirrels play and hide their nuts. Indigo Books and our local library did this recently and a light bulb went off (I riffed on the famous novel Love In The Time Of Cholera!). Like you, Diana, I hope to bring someone some cheer and it lifts my spirits, too! I hope you’ll post more of your incredible typography…
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What an awesome idea. I’ve thought of doing some free promotions, but what a charming idea to leave them around for people. And wrapped! How sweet. Yes, every bit of joy is much needed these days. I love your idea. I can do that too!
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My next offering is an extra blank journal I have kicking around, I’ll title it, Journaling In The Time of Corona! I thought you might enjoy doing something like this, too, Diana…
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Ha. I’d enjoy a doodle journal. I am trying to write a little everyday, so I’m focusing on that or this trilogy is going to take me 3 years to complete! Lol.
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You look good in a mask, Diana! Good to read you my friend. Me and mine are doing okay here in a warm and sunny UK. Luckily, like you, I have a fair sized garden, its never been tidier – miss the grandkids wrecking it though! Take care out there.
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My heart breaks for the UK right now, Eric. The news is so sad. I know you’ll all get through it, just as we will, eventually. I know what you mean about missing the grandkids. That part is especially tough. Enjoy your garden and take good care of yourselves. ❤
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Diana, I write to you as I just wrote to Gabriela – Easter Sunday morning in the UK, the birds are singing, the sun will shine today – as the US the UK hit hard by the virus – as the US the UK will rise and walk again – you too take care my friend.
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Yes, we will. Enjoy the sunshine, Eric. Happy Easter.
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Hello Diana, it’s so good to see something from you. I’m sorry about your news watching hubby – that must be unbearable! I catch up most days with our lovely PM’s daily briefing and leave it at that. We have just had four deaths from covid19 here and all are very old people who got infected in a rest home right back in the beginning before we all realised this was a real threat…… So it is good your parents are safely locked down. I loved that you wrote on the footpath for your dad’s birthday – you have excellent lettering skills there btw – and read in further comments you were thinking of leaving random greetings regularly which is also a fabulous idea. I’m coming up to my fourth
week of lockdown and am now really quite enjoying myself. Especially as I have now found an online class that just lets me sketch and doodle and sometimes I colour my completed exercise too – it is so meditative and I am completely calm again. Sending warm, if virtual, hugs xoxo
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Creativity is a great pastime, Pauline. As it nature and sunshine! You do have a lovely PM. Unfortunately the US has Trump and he makes me absolutely furious! He’s part of the reason that the news is so depressing here. But the hubby is turning off the news now for at least half of the day and I’m getting plenty of fresh air. Adjusting to this surreal episode in history. I’m so glad that you’re doing well and as inspirational as always. Take care, my friend. ❤
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The news got to me, too, this week. Going outside is the best answer and feeling the sun. Looks like a lovely garden:) I got my mask made, too. Have a great weekend
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There was one evening when I was listening to an exhausted nurse on television and started crying, DL. I was just overwhelmed with sadness. I had to get out. Now the television is off for most of the day and I’m finding ways to feel less helpless. CA seems to be doing a good job – thank goodness for our governors. Stay safe and enjoy the weekend. If you celebrate, Happy Easter. ❤
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I feel sorry for the husbands who continually told their wives… “I’ll do it when I have the time!”
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Ha ha ha ha. I wish! My husband’s back suddenly developed a twinge of soreness. Hmmm. How convenient! Lol. Thanks for making me laugh, GP. I hope you’re doing well, keeping your spirits up, and staying safe. Take care and have a wonderful Easter. 🙂
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And you as well.
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Wonderful post, and I love your bear.
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Thanks so much for stopping by to peek at the post, and for loving my bear. 🙂 I’m trying to stay balanced with all the bad news flying around. I hope you’re doing well and staying safe. Enjoy your weekend and Happy Easter. 🙂
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Thanks Diana. We’re doing OK and trying to keep on top of everything. Take care. ❤
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Awesome and amazing pictures, Diana and wish your dear dad a great Happy Birthday. Nice poem and stay safe and take care. Looking nice with the mask on. Happy Easter.
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Ha. My mask picture is rather disheveled. I was working in the garden before I took that selfie. And thanks for the birthday wishes for my dad. I made it as special as I could considering we couldn’t actually hug. I hope you’re doing well and staying safe. Have a lovely weekend. ❤
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Welcome dear Diana. Yes we are all quarantined in India and all are safe. Hope we all pass through these days being United 🙏🙏🙏🙏 stay safe and take care dear
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We can’t ignore what’s going on in the world right now, but any escape (even for a while) is good for our mental well-being.
I love your bear sculpture!
Happy Easter!
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Thanks so much, Jacquie. No we can’t ignore it at all. One of the reasons I’ve been wearing a mask is to set a good example for others. 🙂 And I’m planning to continue my sidewalk messages for all the seniors where my parents live. A bit of joy since they’re all so stressed. I’m glad you like my bear too. 🙂 Hope your feeling totally recovered and that your family is doing well. Take care.
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You, too! They had a post on the news the other night about some innovative kids who made a Monopoly board out of colored chalk in their driveway. I wanted to play, lol
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Ha! That’s a great idea. Sidewalk chalk has some great uses this spring and summer. 😀
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Love to you! ❤️
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Thanks so much, Amanda. What a strange time. I saw your name pop up and look forward to seeing what you’ve been up to. I hope you’re well and taking good care of yourself. ❤
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I’ve been pretty WP inactive. Lots of competing priorities and painting more than writing. But the writing has been a bit more insistent these days. I’m doing what I can to find my voice and let it be expressed. Looking forward to a longer visit in your space also!
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I’m glad to hear your muse has been active and filling your time. You are so talented. Let it shine. ❤
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That’s a cute birthday message Diana, it’s better to keep the distance. This time will pass and we would learn to laugh over this too when we look back. Nothing stays forever, I all myself everyday. At least we can step out for solace and blossoms smile, giving reassurance. Sending distancing hugs and love. Stay safe.
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Thanks so much for the visit, Balroop. My dad was happy and the other residents got a kick out of it. Smiles all around – from a distance. Yes, this will pass, but I think our lives will be different for a while – until there’s a vaccine. Thanks for the hugs and love. Be well, my friend. ❤
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I hope people learn from their experiences and start respecting the rules of Mother Nature…we adapt to changes with time.
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Hi Diana. All the best.
All the photos are good. I like the Happy Birthday photo the best. My second-favorite is the moss one. See ya!
Neil Scheinin
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Thanks for the visit, Neil. The Happy Birthday one is my favorite too. And isn’t that weird moss? This is the first year I can across it. I’m not a great photographer, but they got the point across. Thanks for the visit and take care. 🙂
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Glad you get get outside into the fresh spring air. I’m assuming you couldn’t visit your dad, but it is a great birthday message you left for him on the sidewalk. I like the mask picture. As I said, it should be mandatory for everyone to share, if not a mask picture, at least a “life in quarantine” picture 😉 Have a great weekend and I hope you get a lot of writing done.
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I haven’t been able to visit my parents in a month – they’re seriously locked down. I still do their shopping and meds, but can’t help with cleaning and bathing. Sigh. At least they’re safe. And I’m glad to share the mask-selfie. You inspired me. 😀
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I hoep my parents are on serious lock down (they are in their mid-80s) – Three or four weeks ago my mom told me how isolated she was, but then went on to talk about their daily visits from people who were still working because they were deemed essential… Yes, I yelled at my mom 😉 They are totally independent, but I think my sister is doing their shopping now. Cool that my selfie inspired yours 🙂 I hope yours inspires others.
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Are your parents in Massachusetts? I do hope they stay safe. This thing isn’t going to be over for a long time, I think.
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No, they are in northern Ohio. I need to talk to my sister again, just to be sure my parents aren’t still being a little too lax – I’m not 100% sure my mom would tell me after I “explained the facts” to her 😉 I agree, it might not be over for a very long time.
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Forgot to add – you look like you are smiling in your selfie (can’t see, but your eyes are smiling), while mine makes me look like I’m scowling. I wasn’t, but… I’ll have to do another one with a big smile under the mask 😀
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I think I was smiling (?). Yes, you looked like a bank robber. Ha ha. 🙂
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I was going for that gangster look, though I don’t know how many gangsters have custom made designer masks 😉
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Ha ha ha. True. 🙂
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Stay safe, Diana. What a weird ride we are all on!
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It sure is, Anneli. I don’t know anyone who isn’t impacted in some way. And it seems like the US is in for the long haul with out disorganized leadership. Thank goodness for our governors. Be well, my friend.
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Well, we have our own cross to bear!
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Diana, I love the photos — especially the sidewalk wish to your Dad!
Just before this started I had ordered a pkg of cloth masks (meaning to use them against pollen when I’m weeding). They finally came — and I can’t breathe at all with them. Not even through my mouth. But these are ninja looking things. Maybe the pleated ones would be better. I might try to stitch one together… Sorry– I’m rambling. Hugs on the wing.
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They’re easy to make, Teagan, and I can breathe well though they do get a little hot and occasionally my glasses fog up! Lol. I wore one for 5 hours yesterday and it got a little damp on the inside from my breath, but I’m trying to set a good example. We’re going to be wearing them for a while, so we might as well try find a comfortable style. Thanks for the visit and kind comment. Be well, my friend. ❤
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It seems to me you’re adapting to the lockdown rather well with creativity, compassion, gardening, and nature. I love your birthday wish to your father. Perversely, I would love more lockdown time. I’m busy and tired working in Walmart stores trying to keep them disinfected and sanitized.
Take good care of yourself Diana.
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Thanks for the visit, Brad. I’m trying to adjust but it’s up and down. The news is so devastating and our government so inept. You’re one of those caring people who are out there doing what needs to be done so the rest of us can maintain some level of normalcy. It may feel like a job, but it’s so important. Thank you. And I do hope you’re getting lots of rest and taking good care of yourself, too. Be well, my friend. ❤
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Thanks Diana. Yes, I’m not doing much else but work and rest, taking care as I can.
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beautifully uplifting words and photographs Diana. You are adorable in your mask! Happy Birthday to your Dad and Happy Easter to you all. 🐣❤️
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Thanks, Holly. After my mask-selfie, I thought “yeesh, a little mascara would have been nice.” Lol, but that’s me these days. At least I have a little sun-blush from working in the garden. 🙂 And thanks for the birthday wishes for my dad. The sidewalk message did the trick. Stay well, my friend, and Happy Easter. ❤
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Thank you Diana. You are beautiful inside and out. Love the sidewalk message. We will innovate when necessary! 😊❤️
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Yes, we will. People can be wonderful and creative, and often times both. 🙂 ❤
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I go for a 6am walk once a week, and try to keep me sane. It has been difficult, but each one of us need to do our bit. Belated birthday wishes for your father. Lovely post Diana! Keep safe, Stay safe.x
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Thank you for the lovely comment, Sonia. I imagine that at 6 am, it isn’t too difficult to social distance. But it’s tough on everyone, even for introverts, to spend so much time isolated and indoors. Stay sane and safe, my friend. We’ll get through this. ❤
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You too Diana! Big hug xx
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I am soundly sick of the news. I love how you escaped. Masks–keep making them! The American military ordered all soldiers/sailors to wear masks but doesn’t have enough for them so my Army son wears a Tshirt over his face. The Army accepts that. You do what you gotta do.
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My mask was a little gross yesterday after wearing it for 5 hours, but I wanted to set a good example. Making more today. I saw soldiers sewing masks on the news last night. And you’re right, whatever works. What a crazy time. I don’t understand why the US is so screwed up that we can’t even get masks (well, yes I do). Ugh. I hope you and yours stay safe and healthy. ❤
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Beautiful message and photos, Diana. I love the birthday wishes to your father, and I know he did as well. Take care! ❤
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Thanks for the visit, Jill. 🙂 The whole senior apartments had such fun with it. The balconies were full of elderly waving and taking pictures. I’m considering going back weekly and leaving random messages to cheer everyone up. Lol. My small contribution. I’m still glowing from my week with you. Have a lovely Easter, my friend. ❤
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That’s so wonderful, Diana. I hope you do go back. 🙂 Thanks for being such a lovely guest. It was fun! Wishing you a safe and peaceful Easter. ❤
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Ah, Diana, you really are such a wonderful daughter. I think that is a delightful gesture for your Dad’s birthday. This virus really is horrible and I can imagine the constant flow of bad news from the TV would get you down. I have hardly looked at the news other than to stay up-to-date on the latest stats and listed to presidential announcements. I hope to leave for the UK as so on as the worst of this virus passes and the airports open. I think it will be to dangerous here in the aftermath of the economic collapse that is taking place.
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So many things to think about, Robbie. The UK is suffering horribly, but the virus will pass. And you’re right that the economic fallout will be devastating, especially in poorer countries. Here in the US, our leadership is in a shambles on all fronts. The fall election can’t come soon enough. Ack. So much trouble everywhere. Take care and stay safe, and have a lovely Easter. ❤
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You too.
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How lovely to have some outdoor space! I’m very envious! Happy planting whatever seeds you choose in your raised beds! 😃
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Thanks for the visit! I’m terrible at planting from seed, though I try every year. The starts work much better. 🙂 I hope you can find outdoor places to enjoy. My daughter lives in the city, so I know it’s harder. But the exercise and sunshine can’t be beat. Stay healthy and have a lovely weekend. ❤
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Thanks! It’s lovely and sunny outside at the moment so I’m going to head out shortly. Central Park is beautiful at the moment. Have a lovely weekend!
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I understand your need to flee too… I had to turn off the news notifications on my phone, and I had whole days where I didn’t even turn on the tv, because things were getting too much.
I do love your mask though!
Stay safe ❤
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Thanks for the kind comment, Ritu. I asked my husband to cut down on the television watching when I’m inside. I can only take so much of it. Getting outside has helped a lot. I hope you and your family are doing well and staying healthy. Have a lovely weekend.
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Thankfully we were able to shut our school during the Easter break, as despite lockdown, we are still open for the children of keyworkers, so operating as childcare, rather than actual educational establishments.
So I have at least two weeks at home, before I get the rota detailing what happens as the new term ‘starts’. The family has been good, the kids are being taught online, using Google classrooms, and it’s been a learning curve for us all there! Hubby is firmly ensconced in the dining room that was, and is now his office!
I am making the most of the one trip out a day for exercise, and taking walks so I get out of the house, but away from others.
And I have managed to write too, so that is a bonus!
You have a great weekend too, all things considered! xxx
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Our schools here are closed for the rest of the school year. What a strange time. We’re all having to make so many adjustments, and people are doing their part everywhere in one way or another. We’ll get through it. ❤
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We will indeed, Diana 💜🙏🏽
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I’ve seen colorful sidewalk art around our neighborhood, too. It’s cheery.:-)
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Thanks for the visit, Priscilla. It was a big hit at the senior apartments. The balconies were full of elderly folks watching, waving, and taking photos. It was fun too and special. I haven’t been able to visit my parents in a month! Have a lovely Easter weekend and be well. 🙂
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I love the Happy Birthday in chalk, Diana. These are difficult times for people who can’t have visitors.
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Thanks, Dan. It was a huge hit at the senior apartments. There were about 20 residents on their balconies, waving and taking photos. I’m considering going there weekly and leaving random messages for everyone. It lifted spirits. Thanks for the kind comment and stay safe. Happy Easter. 🙂
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I’m sure every one of them has fond memories of their kids or neighborhood kids playing with chalk on the sidewalk. I know I do.
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Beautiful light filled post. I always feel better outside too. Keep well and safe Diana 🌸💚
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Thank you. It usually rains through May here, so these early blue skies have been a treat. I hope they stay around for a while. I feel so much better with a little vitamin D! Have a lovely weekend, and if you celebrate, Happy Easter!
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How beautiful and touching Diana. Much love to you and Happy Easter if you celebrate.
xoxo
Gabriela
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Thanks, Gabriela. We don’t celebrate Easter, but I so appreciate the kind thought. We are celebrating spring though, and the end of the perpetual rains! Thank you for the visit and be well, my talented friend. ❤
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My pleasure. “We are celebrating spring though, and the end of the perpetual rains” That’s wonderful, Diana. Be well. best wishes to the entire family.
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And if you celebrate, Happy Easter!
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Thank you Diana.
xoxo
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I think being outside helps me stay sane too. Still reading, still writing – just in a distracted way. Keep safe, Diana.
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It’s felt really good to be outside, Tessa. Especially since spring finally showed up. I’m reading more than I’m writing, but distracted for sure. 🙂 You’re one of those caring people who is in my thoughts. Be well, my friend. ❤
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