Monday Musings

With the easing of restrictions across the country coinciding with the holiday weekend, there was a sense on the news that many were on the move again. 

There were lines for restaurants and bars, the campgrounds and beaches were full in many places and groups showed up at the park with their coolers and fishing poles to enjoy a picnic lunch and day by the lake.

They say it takes six weeks to break a habit and now after nine weeks of the stay-at-home order, I’ve broken so many habits I have no idea some days what I’m in a hurry to return to out in the world.

While many are busiest during the summer, previously I’ve always preferred to avoid the summer crowds and the heat when possible.  The dog days of summer have joined the twisted days of May and due to the heat, humidity and Harper continuing to cope with her anxiety attacks, my stack of books and movies are calling my name louder than the world.

22 responses to “Monday Musings”

  1. Love your post 😀
    We’re way behind you on getting back out there and socialising again – but when we do I’m sure I’ll feel just like you. 😀

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    1. Thank you!🙂 There have been so many emotions and reactions over the last few months and I’m glad I have a large library of books and movies to help me get through this next phase.🙂

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      1. Thank goodness! 😀

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  2. First of all, that top picture of the swan is fabulous. Second, I don’t think we should be putting rings on our fingers and bells on our toes just yet as we launch ourselves back into society. The virus is out there. Our country has not done a particularly good job with keeping things under control. Your regular summer routine might be just the thing to do during this time of plague.

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    1. Thank you!🙂 I did not expect to be in my summer weather mood in May, but I’m already going for walks very early in the morning to avoid the busy parks, paths and heat and as I’ve been the only one wearing a mask outdoors lately, I will continue to avoid the crowds and be happy with a well stocked library.🙂

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      1. Enjoy your early morning time. But what the heck! Why won’t people wear masks?

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      2. I’m still adjusting to wearing masks, but I never leave home without one and have ordered masks for several of my favorite teams.🙂

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      3. There you go! Being claustrophobic, I am not a fan of masks and therefore mostly stay home. However, when I do go out, I wear one.

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  3. Good point about how to engage or re-engage with the wider world, or if we even want to. Something to ponder when you’re sipping the medicine…
    Enjoy the week!

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    1. A pessimist must have poured that quarter glass of medicine!😁 I’ve been surprised by many of my reactions throughout this crisis and have to admit to being surprised that right now I’ve peacefully accepted my choices for a very quiet summer. Although, my acceptance mood today may be influenced by that fabulous golf match yesterday and if they don’t figure out a way to bring back sports, Harper and I will both need an emotional support dog.🐾😁

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  4. This returning of crowds, seemingly oblivious to what we just went through, makes me nervous. I’m dreading Wave 2 (I find it hard to believe there won’t be one, call me paranoid).
    I’m not eager to get back out there any time soon. Maybe in August?? Let others go test the waters first. We’re still in the high risk category to my thinking, after all. Sigh. Good thing the backyard is a happy place to be. 🙂
    Do you think Harper is picking up the vibe? Does she find comfort being with you? Maybe a baby carrier for her anxious moments? But that could get old for you, eh? 😉

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    1. I’m planning on a quiet summer at home and as crowded as the lakes and parks are already, there will be very early morning walks and kayaking and plenty of reading. It’s impossible for me think about everything that has happened and even want to go anywhere that’s busy and I’ve discovered that once it got warmer that I’m one of the few that is still wearing a mask outdoors. I’ve been researching anxiety issues and have a vet appointment soon, but I’m still baffled by what is going on with Harper since nothing is triggering the attacks (other than glancing at the ceiling suspiciously). She will be absolutely playful and happy throughout the day and then at some point in the evening she’ll have an anxiety attack out of the blue. I’ve been trying all the recommendations on how to help ease the anxiety when it happens and I’m able to calm the situation very quickly now, but I’m really hoping this is a phase that will quickly pass like the others. There was a time when I thought she would never enjoy walks or be able to walk down the driveway with the scary garbage can, but she now marches along happily and I’m hoping we’ll work our way through this new issue.🐾🙂

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  5. Beautiful photos, I love especially the black and white. And I hope Harper doesn’t drink too much!

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  6. A quiet summer seems a good plan. Re-engaging with a world coming out of lockdown before it’s ready is scary. I’m holing up and waiting for the inevitable second wave.

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    1. Our stay-at-home order has been cancelled and it’s amazing how many people are already out on the roads. I will be spending the summer at home or on the lake and bike paths.🙂

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      1. I will be working from home till at least the end of September, and certainly don’t plan on straying far just yet. Our daily death tally in the UK this last two days is now in double figures rather than triple figures but we still need to be careful.

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