Where are you on the new reality scale?

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  • Purple Fairy Tree
    Purple Fairy Tree Posts: 2,055
    edited July 2020
    Thank you @brianlux

    Yeah it's crazy how some people see others as weird, who are content with staying home and being alone particularly if they do music. I don't understand what's wrong with that. Surely it's peaceful?

    As for the setbacks, lets just say this quote is really rather apt as the bricks have been coming in pretty thick and fast: "A successful person is one who can lay a firm foundation with the bricks that others throw at him or her" ~David Brinkley

    BTW there's a little brick wall at the end of my garden and I've been putting bird feed into a few of the bricks which have come loose. I really enjoy watching the little birds land there during meditation :)
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  • goldrush
    goldrush everybody knows this is nowhere Posts: 7,820
    First up I just want to echo your last sentence and wish you the best Brian.

    It's been a strange few months, that's for sure! It certainly hasn't been as bad here in Australia as it has in other countries - we've got a relatively low rate of cases and deaths, despite the size of the place - so it's almost been like we are observing from afar at times. We did lose a friend to Covid-19 in April. He was only 37 and he was living in London. It took a long time for his family to get his body home to Australia unfortunately but they were finally able to have a funeral here. I never would have thought that a Zoom wake would be a thing; it was nice to be able to raise a glass and share memories with friends even if it was only online.

    The schools here in Sydney opened again in late May so our son has been back with his friends. Soccer training has started again, but with limited spectators, and the general restrictions have eased. This got me thinking about what 'normal' really is these days...
     
    It seems to me that the normal things that we missed - going into the office, school, soccer matches, shopping etc - actually feel strange now, and staying at home almost feels right. Catching up with friends after months apart and not knowing whether you could/should give them a hug is really weird. I can't go to get groceries without feeling slightly apprehensive. I really didn't want to work from home as I try to keep the two separate as much as possible, but now I find myself not wanting to go back in.

    One good thing that has come out of this is that we Facetime my parents every night, instead of once a week. They're in their 70s and the UK lockdown has been pretty tough for them. So every night (their morning) we call and mum and my son take it in turns to read stories to each other. It's been great for him to see them, and he brightens their mornings too. They've just cracked through the 100 book mark!
    “Do not postpone happiness”
    (Jeff Tweedy, Sydney 2007)

    “Put yer good money on the sunrise”
    (Tim Rogers)
  • brianlux
    brianlux Moving through All Kinds of Terrain. Posts: 43,673
    goldrush said:
    First up I just want to echo your last sentence and wish you the best Brian.

    It's been a strange few months, that's for sure! It certainly hasn't been as bad here in Australia as it has in other countries - we've got a relatively low rate of cases and deaths, despite the size of the place - so it's almost been like we are observing from afar at times. We did lose a friend to Covid-19 in April. He was only 37 and he was living in London. It took a long time for his family to get his body home to Australia unfortunately but they were finally able to have a funeral here. I never would have thought that a Zoom wake would be a thing; it was nice to be able to raise a glass and share memories with friends even if it was only online.

    The schools here in Sydney opened again in late May so our son has been back with his friends. Soccer training has started again, but with limited spectators, and the general restrictions have eased. This got me thinking about what 'normal' really is these days...
     
    It seems to me that the normal things that we missed - going into the office, school, soccer matches, shopping etc - actually feel strange now, and staying at home almost feels right. Catching up with friends after months apart and not knowing whether you could/should give them a hug is really weird. I can't go to get groceries without feeling slightly apprehensive. I really didn't want to work from home as I try to keep the two separate as much as possible, but now I find myself not wanting to go back in.

    One good thing that has come out of this is that we Facetime my parents every night, instead of once a week. They're in their 70s and the UK lockdown has been pretty tough for them. So every night (their morning) we call and mum and my son take it in turns to read stories to each other. It's been great for him to see them, and he brightens their mornings too. They've just cracked through the 100 book mark!

    I'm very sorry to hear about the loss of your friend, goldrush
    I hope your folk's stay well.  One good thing through all of this is that because of the internet and modern phones, we're able to stay in touch with friends and family, even ones who are far away.
    "It's a sad and beautiful world"
    -Roberto Benigni

  • Matts3221
    Matts3221 Posts: 658

    God my post in March feels like a million years ago now.

    We have re-opened our office , again just three of us all wearing mask and have plexglass if I have to meet with a client.

    I want to be hopeful but it sounds like this winter is going to be very grim , I do feel that it is lack of leadership from the top.

    If we could just all get on the same page with mask , not going out unless we need to ect ect we could have this under control like other countries.

    We have a two week quarantine law for those traveling from hot spot states , however there is no way to enforce it , I know a client who has six people flying up for FL and that day they were all going to the beach.

    I feel that their are two type of people who are "over it"

    I am over it but that does not mean I am not vigilant as one can be , using a mask , staying away from crowds , not out shopping other than groceries and I had to get a new toaster the other week. When I went to target to get the toaster I was amazed how many people were just casual shopping , I had an item to get , got it and got out.


    I think the other brand of "over it" are those who have now throw caution to the wind and just saying fuck it , no mask , going to parties. I have an 18 year old niece and she is posting on her IG pics of her and her friends all close and out and about. It is maddening to me but I cannot control people , I can control what I do to keep myself safe.


    I honestly think that summer of 2021 is when we will ease into the new normal , numbers will hopeful be down , vaccine in the works to be rolled out by the fall but I see wearing a mask for the next year or two.


    I personally like thinking the worst so when it is not that bad my hopes are not crushed.

  • Purple Fairy Tree
    Purple Fairy Tree Posts: 2,055
    The youth probably think they're immune to it but I can understand how they want to be with their friends.  Our offices have reopened but we dont have to go in, we have a choice which is nice. Who knows how long this will go on for, best to try and just make the most of what we have right now I think. 
  • RogueStoner
    RogueStoner Sunny AZ Posts: 1,716
    West Coast Dreamgirl said:
    The youth probably think they're immune to it but I can understand how they want to be with their friends.  Our offices have reopened but we dont have to go in, we have a choice which is nice. Who knows how long this will go on for, best to try and just make the most of what we have right now I think. 
    Great way to look at the current situation. There are positives if one looks for them and remembers to be compassionate towards others. :smile:
  • Purple Fairy Tree
    Purple Fairy Tree Posts: 2,055
    I appreciate your compassion @RogueStoner @GlowGirl, thank you. I just read the gratitude thread :)
  • brianlux
    brianlux Moving through All Kinds of Terrain. Posts: 43,673
    I'm feeling blown away by this new reality.  Good, bad or indifferent, the major changes in the world and in my own life this year:

    Covid-19
    Forced retirement from my job at the bookstore (though still doing my on-line business)
    Social upheaval centered around race issues
    A hugely major year in politics, particular with an upcoming presidential election
    Record heat here in the west with fires raging throughout the state.
    An important home improvement project disrupted by inability of a friend to continue helping/ doing much of the work
    Death of a dear friend this year

    It's been anything but boring, but often a bit too much!
    "It's a sad and beautiful world"
    -Roberto Benigni

  • hedonist
    hedonist Posts: 24,524
    I was going to start a “Bitch here” thread (an invitation, not a statement!). 

    It’s been a tough time personally but I fear if I go into it all at the moment, it’d be a bit much.

    i just have to believe there will be better times ahead. 
  • dankind
    dankind Posts: 20,841
    If you start a "Bitch here" thread, I will be forced to start a "Bitch, please" thread.
    I SAW PEARL JAM
  • hedonist
    hedonist Posts: 24,524
    :bring_it:
  • Purple Fairy Tree
    Purple Fairy Tree Posts: 2,055
    edited August 2020
    @brianlux sorry to hear this year has been tough. I was just thinking the same thing earlier. It will get better, what @hedonist said.

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  • OffSheGoes35
    OffSheGoes35 Posts: 3,517
    dankind said:
    If you start a "Bitch here" thread, I will be forced to start a "Bitch, please" thread.
    Then I will start a "Be kind, because Ellen said so" thread.
  • dankind
    dankind Posts: 20,841
    edited August 2020
    hedonist said:
    :bring_it:
    OffSheGoes35 said:
    dankind said:
    If you start a "Bitch here" thread, I will be forced to start a "Bitch, please" thread.
    Then I will start a "Be kind, because Ellen said so" thread.
    Hey, the "Bitch, please" thread would be a general thread for people to gripe about the everyday stupidity they endure/experience from living among other people.

    For instance, @hedonist and @OffSheGoes35 think that my thread would be all about them.

    Bitch(es), please.

    :kiss:
    Post edited by dankind on
    I SAW PEARL JAM
  • HughFreakingDillon
    HughFreakingDillon Winnipeg Posts: 39,771
    LOL
    By The Time They Figure Out What Went Wrong, We'll Be Sitting On A Beach, Earning Twenty Percent.




  • brianlux
    brianlux Moving through All Kinds of Terrain. Posts: 43,673
    dankind said:
    hedonist said:
    :bring_it:
    OffSheGoes35 said:
    dankind said:
    If you start a "Bitch here" thread, I will be forced to start a "Bitch, please" thread.
    Then I will start a "Be kind, because Ellen said so" thread.
    Hey, the "Bitch, please" thread would be a general thread for people to gripe about the everyday stupidity they endure/experience from living among other people.

    For instance, @hedonist and @OffSheGoes35 think that my thread would be all about them.

    Bitch(es), please.

    :kiss:
    If we have a "Bitch, please" thread then sure enough somebody will want to start a "Grumpy Old Men" thread- assuming, that is, there are any grumpy old men around here.  :wink: 

    "It's a sad and beautiful world"
    -Roberto Benigni

  • hedonist
    hedonist Posts: 24,524
    dankind said:
    hedonist said:
    :bring_it:
    OffSheGoes35 said:
    dankind said:
    If you start a "Bitch here" thread, I will be forced to start a "Bitch, please" thread.
    Then I will start a "Be kind, because Ellen said so" thread.
    Hey, the "Bitch, please" thread would be a general thread for people to gripe about the everyday stupidity they endure/experience from living among other people.

    For instance, @hedonist and @OffSheGoes35 think that my thread would be all about them.

    Bitch(es), please.

    :kiss:
    If not for the kiss at the end, I’d make YOU my bitch =)
  • brianlux
    brianlux Moving through All Kinds of Terrain. Posts: 43,673
    hedonist said:
    dankind said:
    hedonist said:
    :bring_it:
    OffSheGoes35 said:
    dankind said:
    If you start a "Bitch here" thread, I will be forced to start a "Bitch, please" thread.
    Then I will start a "Be kind, because Ellen said so" thread.
    Hey, the "Bitch, please" thread would be a general thread for people to gripe about the everyday stupidity they endure/experience from living among other people.

    For instance, @hedonist and @OffSheGoes35 think that my thread would be all about them.

    Bitch(es), please.

    :kiss:
    If not for the kiss at the end, I’d make YOU my bitch =)

    You two are making me laugh, and laughing feels  goo-oo-ood!
    "It's a sad and beautiful world"
    -Roberto Benigni

  • hedonist
    hedonist Posts: 24,524
    brianlux said:
    hedonist said:
    dankind said:
    hedonist said:
    :bring_it:
    OffSheGoes35 said:
    dankind said:
    If you start a "Bitch here" thread, I will be forced to start a "Bitch, please" thread.
    Then I will start a "Be kind, because Ellen said so" thread.
    Hey, the "Bitch, please" thread would be a general thread for people to gripe about the everyday stupidity they endure/experience from living among other people.

    For instance, @hedonist and @OffSheGoes35 think that my thread would be all about them.

    Bitch(es), please.

    :kiss:
    If not for the kiss at the end, I’d make YOU my bitch =)

    You two are making me laugh, and laughing feels  goo-oo-ood!
    I blame dankind.
  • OffSheGoes35
    OffSheGoes35 Posts: 3,517
    hedonist said:
    dankind said:
    hedonist said:
    :bring_it:
    OffSheGoes35 said:
    dankind said:
    If you start a "Bitch here" thread, I will be forced to start a "Bitch, please" thread.
    Then I will start a "Be kind, because Ellen said so" thread.
    Hey, the "Bitch, please" thread would be a general thread for people to gripe about the everyday stupidity they endure/experience from living among other people.

    For instance, @ hedonist and @ OffSheGoes35 think that my thread would be all about them.

    Bitch(es), please.

    :kiss:
    If not for the kiss at the end, I’d make YOU my bitch =)
    Well done. :plus_one:

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