Good Saturday to you from our corner of the world where a late season snow left us waking up Friday morning to half an inch of the white stuff. The sun took care of most of that quickly, even with temperatures in the low thirties. Come on Spring, hold your ground! We need you more than ever.
Speaking of Spring I received a beautiful bouquet of tulips yesterday for my birthday. Our oldest daughter, son-in-law and kids sent it for my 72nd. What a great way to brighten up the house and our hearts. We all need a few signs of Spring don't we?! Reminders that seasons change, that winter evolves into Spring and then Summer. Reminders that life is more than the Covid-19 virus.
Speaking of this virus thing, the world has gotten a lot more topsy-turvy since last Saturday. That is putting it nicely! I often need to tell myself as the numbers rise, the medical pleas become more desperate, and states shut down and shelter in place ~~~ God is with us. We are doing what we can with prayer as our first line of defense. Our middle son mentioned all the precautions he is taking at work in his office, etc. and said, "I am probably overreacting". I responded, "GOOD!" This may be just the time to overreact vs under-react when it comes to self care. Here we are responding as if the virus was prevalent in our city. Self isolation is not easy, but if it helps stop this nasty virus and it keeps it from entering our homes it will be worth it.
I love how Americans are stepping up to help each other. Social distancing yet connecting. Some are sewing homemade masks as requested by medical communities. Others are helping the elderly get groceries. Some are donating food to places to feed the kids who are out of school. I watched a video today where a Zumba instructor held a class from her back deck inviting all her neighbors to come outside and workout together while social distancing.
We are a people created for relationships. It is so important to stay connected to those around us as the world we have known continues to change. We are truly blessed in this day and age to be able to text, have face time, call, etc.. When my mom was living we would call each other once a week. It cost money to make a "long distance call". Serious money. Now, we just pick up the phone and no worries. We can get pictures and send videos. There are endless ways to give virtual hugs. So thankful for the opportunities available for us in 2020.
Speaking of opportunities, it is great to see so many churches holding online services through Facebook, etc. Great opportunities to worship as we stay at home. I have had to worship in the past this way, and even though it is not the same as being there to fellowship, it is a good thing!
A big thank you to all who sent birthday greetings my way. I am more than grateful to be here celebrating #72. Our daughter-in-law M. celebrated her birthday this week too. She is a strong and smart woman who cares deeply for her family. We wish her God's blessings in the year ahead.
How are you filling your days as we do what we can to keep our families safe? Joel and I are finding "projects" to do, playing cribbage and scrabble, laughing often, praying more, staying in touch with loved ones. Reminding ourselves this, too, will pass.
Enjoy your weekend!
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