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bcgal00 said:
Good morning ladies. I've not been online a lot this wk. I needed time to sort thru in my head which is happening in the world. I've been out every day trying to get some groceries but having very little luck. There's been no beef anywhere for days, TP is almost impossible to get, it sells out in just minutes, I finally got two packs from a compassionate worker who knew I'd been coming constantly with no luck, she had a few packs in the back room and brought them out to me. I managed to get dog and bird food as our stores are closing. Pretty much everything is closed except grocery stores. I work at home for 2 GPs and they are closing the office tomorrow. They will work remotely from their home, telehealth online chats with any cardiac patients that need it. That will impact my paycheque for sure so hopefully our savings last thru this crazy time. My hubs came home yesterday, he is now off work indefinitely and since he works mostly on commission, his paycheque will be greatly reduced. Hope we can get thru this time ok. Its so scary. We have lots of bills, a mortgage, etc so have to pray that somehow we make it.

Got to cut this short. My daughter just called and got 2 packs of hamburger. It sold out in 5 minutes. Gotta go pick it up from her. Back later. bfn
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hopefully bc steps in and puts some of the same plans in place alberta is trying to place. Although nothing really been said about the when, and how yet. Other than a increased baby bonus, so far we are falling through all the cracks for help. I don’t know how we will survive either. The Middle East countries have to step the war on the price of oil. It’s destroying Alberta economy even more. I am scared. The kids are scared.
 
It is good to have a place to chat and vent during times of crisis. I am thankful for the several options I have here on GS to chat and also for the stress release of creating and sharing those creations here in the gallery.

It is a worrying and unprecedented time...I am a lover of dystopian fiction, disaster stories, survival stories, I never expected to be living it though, I just wanted to enjoy the theoretical. Today I went to the supermarket. So many empty shelves. I do not understand. Our government is pleading for people to stop panic buying, to stop hoarding, to buy only what you would normally buy, there will be enough to go round, but the message is not getting through. Thankfully there were no disgusting incidents of anger and aggression while I was there. I am very stressed and worried, not for myself, but for my family. The grandsons' school has closed down, all classes going online...one of the boys is in his final and very important year of school, his beloved rowing competition has been wiped, he is suffering from loss of purpose and structure. Several grandchildren are casually employed..no work no pay, son is a university lecturer and a sports coach, his uni is closing down next week and most sporting fixtures are cancelled, daughter in law is a GP and face to face with sick people daily. Granddaughter has just started uni, left home, making new friends...her uni is going online next week...so many anxieties. I am only just starting to enjoy activities again after losing my husband two years ago..once again I will become a hermit. Pray God this will all be over sooner than expected.
 
Jill said:
It is good to have a place to chat and vent during times of crisis. I am thankful for the several options I have here on GS to chat and also for the stress release of creating and sharing those creations here in the gallery.

It is a worrying and unprecedented time...I am a lover of dystopian fiction, disaster stories, survival stories, I never expected to be living it though, I just wanted to enjoy the theoretical. Today I went to the supermarket. So many empty shelves. I do not understand. Our government is pleading for people to stop panic buying, to stop hoarding, to buy only what you would normally buy, there will be enough to go round, but the message is not getting through. Thankfully there were no disgusting incidents of anger and aggression while I was there. I am very stressed and worried, not for myself, but for my family. The grandsons' school has closed down, all classes going online...one of the boys is in his final and very important year of school, his beloved rowing competition has been wiped, he is suffering from loss of purpose and structure. Several grandchildren are casually employed..no work no pay, son is a university lecturer and a sports coach, his uni is closing down next week and most sporting fixtures are cancelled, daughter in law is a GP and face to face with sick people daily. Granddaughter has just started uni, left home, making new friends...her uni is going online next week...so many anxieties. I am only just starting to enjoy activities again after losing my husband two years ago..once again I will become a hermit. Pray God this will all be over sooner than expected.
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Oh Jill, I'm so sorry about your husband. I can only imagine your feelings of having to isolate yourself again. It IS such a struggle to worry about our kids and what they're going through. Our adult kid have their trials. Their kids, our beloved grands, have do deal with their own issues. And then there are our own worries. Right now, my major concern is my oldest daughter who works for a local clinic, but is under a hospital. They've told them to be prepared to do hospital shifts!
I know about reading stories and imagining the worst. I never thought I'd be living out any of those.
We're pretty set for supplies as well, although I am realizing that I need more of my random, medical essentials than I thought. Now, with allergy season, I need nasal spray, regular decongestant and the like. I'll have to get out in the next couple days to see what's been restocked after the hoarding. I'm not overly concerned. But I do have to have an eye doctor's appointment very soon. My intent was over spring break next week. I'm calling them today to see if that's still possible, maybe even today!
Well, I'm off to work now...... at my other screen.
Have a great day!
 
The grocery stores here aren’t restocking things like paper products, dairy, and meat. Finally found a store today that had some chicken. It’s so frustrating, you can tell the panic buying is over but we aren’t getting the trucks in to refill what has been wiped out. It’s so frustrating! Our local hospital is doing their own testing for all patients and employees so of course our county’s number of positives is higher than the rest of the state. The staying away from people doesn’t bother me but our botanical garden closing up so I am having trouble connecting to nature and all this rain that won’t end, is driving me crazy!
 
I keep staring at this page wondering what to say. I want to post something beautiful and uplifting, but honestly, all I can think is how much we all need a hug.
 
FormbyGirl said:
I keep staring at this page wondering what to say. I want to post something beautiful and uplifting, but honestly, all I can think is how much we all need a hug.
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Yes, Lynnie! We all need a HUG! These times are so terrifying...I have been having troubles sleeping and having major anxiety! Let's all PRAY that this will pass soon!
 
Lynnie, yes, we do all need a hug but all we can do is to send virtual hugs.

For me, my schedule is empty for the next two weeks and that is scary to me but I know I will survive, I've survived everything to this point in my life. I am so bored, I never imagined that I would say that but not only is there nothing to do, it keeps raining so I can't even really get outside.

I know that there are going to be happy and cheerful things to say in the days to come, but unfortunately, today is not that day.
 
Good morning, everyone. I've been mostly away from the computer this wk as I do my desk work (reduced hours but able to work still b/c my bosses are home doing telemedicine with patients so still sending me reports to transcribe) and have been out 2-4 hrs each day, looking for food and supplies. Yesterday I went to Costco when they opened at 9 and they had started lining up at 5:30 a.m. The let in a certain amount of people and then after that, it was one out, one in. I was told I would be in line for probably a few hrs so had to leave. Managed to get a few things at Walmart, they finally got some beef in just before I got there so was able to grab 2 packs. It was gone in five minutes. Crazy times.

I'm counting my blessings today...my family is healthy, we have enough food to get thru a number of weeks and now want to focus on this new schedule, this new reality we are living in right now and just get thru it. I'm not feeling so panicked today, thank goodness. I'm just taking it one day at a time.

I'm really looking forward to Survivor. Its going to be a wonderful way to get my mind off what's happening around us. Scrapping is my therapy.

I'm going to clean out the pantry and freezers tomorrow, get food sorted out and reorganized so I know exactly what we have and will do some meal planning. I told my hubs we need to be diligent about not wasting food during this time of hoarding/scarcity of store stock and diminished wages. I'm foregoing my usual diet of organic foods and lots of low carb foods. To save money, I will eat a higher carb diet and forget about organic for now.

I hope everyone stays healthy and gets thru this ok.

Today I am doing laundry and am going to get outdoors for a long walk with Taz, I'm thankful for the sunshine today.
 
It IS so hard to know what to say. It's a brave, new world.
We're hearing that so many more things are shutting down. I'm glad that they're taking care and working hard to keep everyone safe.
 
I just want to give hugs to everyone!! This is craziness. My anxiety has been kicking in majorly (as I'm sure everyone else's is). I am having a hard time just getting basic things done because I can't stop overthinking. I haven't been on my scrappy sites at all lately - I'm having a hard time just getting my work done and getting the house clean. I'm stressed out that I can't plan normal meals because most things are gone at the store too. But, we have food, so we won't go hungry! I know everyone is feeling similar, it is so hard. I just signed up for survivor, so I hope that gives me something to think about and focus on besides all this stressful stuff!!
 
kelley said:
I just want to give hugs to everyone!! This is craziness. My anxiety has been kicking in majorly (as I'm sure everyone else's is). I am having a hard time just getting basic things done because I can't stop overthinking. I haven't been on my scrappy sites at all lately - I'm having a hard time just getting my work done and getting the house clean. I'm stressed out that I can't plan normal meals because most things are gone at the store too. But, we have food, so we won't go hungry! I know everyone is feeling similar, it is so hard. I just signed up for survivor, so I hope that gives me something to think about and focus on besides all this stressful stuff!!
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Yes, I know what you mean Kelley. I've had anxiety all week too. I haven't been online as much this week or scrapping as much either. I've got stress-brain right now. I don't get like this often but I recognize the signs. I was like this when my mom passed away. I've got brain fog, forget things easily, sort of freeze in my thinking process and have to start over, if that makes sense. I'm definitely not going to multi-task right now, just focus on getting one thing done at a time. I'm ready to get back into scrapping and tonight there is a speed scrap I'll play along with.

As for meals, I generally eat low carb organic foods but right now with all the food scarcity in our city and how hard its been to get food this past wk, I'm going to plan some higher carb meals that will be cheaper and easier to put together b/c its harder to get the foods I normally eat and also its more expensive, and since our finances are taking a big hit right now, cheaper is better. I'm thinking chili, soup, spaghetti for starters. I was so frustrated from grocery shopping yesterday I caved and grabbed a donut. I haven't had one in over 3-4 years....wouldn't do that often but oh boy was it good :)
 
Work has been so brutal and I am having such a hard time getting into creative motion. I am antsy, and know that if I can vent it, it would be better, but everything I do is so clinical and lacking in spirit, I wonder if it's worth having the pages done.
 
Library closed today. We will be paid thru April 5th. After that who knows.
It looks like many places will close temporarily. Many smaller places will probably go under. How can one pandemic do so much damage to so many financially.

On the brighter side, the family made rainbows and put them on our window. Then we took a neighborhood walk to see who else did this. It was a fun family activity! I'm sure this is just the beginning of many family bonding moments.
 
Today my son and I went for a looong walk, 1 1/2 hours and it felt so good to be outside and thinking of anything but the virus. I have been put on a staggered shift so for the next 2 weeks I will only have to work 5 days which will be nice to be home. Even though I am in a closed building and we are following safe distances, using hand sanitizers I am still worried about my health and bringing it in my home to my family. I have been suffering too from anxiety and know all to well that Brain Fog! On the brighter side, I went to visit Mom, she hasn't had many visitors which is good that she has less chance of exposure, especially with her helath issues right now. She was so happy to see me and I disinfected her place really well, had lunch and helped her with her finances. Our city was put on lock-down starting tonight so there iwll be less movement in the city. Hoping this will slow things down and end soon!

Hoping everyone is staying safe in this time of uncertainty.
 
Well, it looks like we've gone the route of California and are only supposed to go out for groceries, prescriptions, and doctor visits (through April 7 at least). Things like that. School closure has also been extended through that date. And hubby is now working from home through April 30th. I'm grateful that he still has a job.

On the bright side- Survivor is coming soon to distract us all! :) Also spring is here. My 2nd son is returning next week from 2 years of being away. Good stuff!
 
I bounce between being just fine and being rather anxious. Having said that, I have CERTAINLY not been bored.

Scrapping
Spending Facetime with Family
Zoom Bible Study
Zoom Church Leadership Board meeting
Group crafting and scrapping via Zoom
Cooking
Cleaning
Turning out cupboards
EVERYONE wants to talk or chat or message about what is going on
Compulsive looking up and reading the executive orders for the county and state
Researching news stories (hand sewn face masks? Really? Yes, really? Can I find it locally?)
Reading the IRS regulations on what is going on
Ordering stuff on line (and substituting... no food, oh, I'll order craft supplies instead)
Reading
Bible Study
Online Church streaming services

And so much more. I have never been so busy and I am still working. I think I have to keep occupied
 
Mmm, yeah - I can only imagine how great that donut was after eating low carb!! I'm doing a lot of carb based meals too. My family likes meals like that, plus that's basically all I could get at the store -rice, beans, pasta noodles, etc.

bcgal00 said:
Yes, I know what you mean Kelley. I've had anxiety all week too. I haven't been online as much this week or scrapping as much either. I've got stress-brain right now. I don't get like this often but I recognize the signs. I was like this when my mom passed away. I've got brain fog, forget things easily, sort of freeze in my thinking process and have to start over, if that makes sense. I'm definitely not going to multi-task right now, just focus on getting one thing done at a time. I'm ready to get back into scrapping and tonight there is a speed scrap I'll play along with.

As for meals, I generally eat low carb organic foods but right now with all the food scarcity in our city and how hard its been to get food this past wk, I'm going to plan some higher carb meals that will be cheaper and easier to put together b/c its harder to get the foods I normally eat and also its more expensive, and since our finances are taking a big hit right now, cheaper is better. I'm thinking chili, soup, spaghetti for starters. I was so frustrated from grocery shopping yesterday I caved and grabbed a donut. I haven't had one in over 3-4 years....wouldn't do that often but oh boy was it good :)
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I found out today that I am not one of the lucky ones. We were all told that there will be no work at all for an undetermined amount of time. I have to admit that I ugly cried about it...I've been working so hard to dig myself out of a hole and to try to get ahead because I really want to own a home again.

The world that we are living in today is so much different than the one that we were living in just two weeks ago. I couldn't have began to imagine that then and even now I have a hard time accepting that this is my new reality. When we get through this (and we will) this will be something for the history books. I can only imagine my own grandchildren asking me 30 years from now what it was like when the world was shut down and I will be able to tell them about it. In fact, I will be able to let them read what was going through my mind as it was happening because my daily journal has turned into my reflections about what is going on day by day.
 
FormbyGirl said:
I keep staring at this page wondering what to say. I want to post something beautiful and uplifting, but honestly, all I can think is how much we all need a hug.
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Yes we ALL most definitely need a hug!

Update from Florida- Beaches are now closed however it makes zero sense to close on Monday instead of immediately <:36_1_42:>..All restaurants and bars closed. Currently take out /delivery only.
With regards to the news and the crowds on Clearwater Beach, Siesta Key, and Miami area...many of those peeps are tourists coming from somewhere other than Florida.
According to my brother who lives on the beach...he took a walk yesterday and his beach was empty! Where he lives is about a 10 min. drive along Gulf Blvd from Clearwater Beach.

The last time I was on Clearwater Beach might have been 1970, after HS graduation or to photograph a wedding at sunset around the year 2000.

We went to Sam's Club yesterday during the + Business hours. However, they closed that and only one huge line. Everyone was nice. They had security guards and allowed only 30 in at a time. The store felt incredibly empty. Employees with gloves were constantly sanitizing those pull handles on the refrigeration doors. Assisting with items into your cart and check out. Many of only buy 1. And of course no PT, or TP or hand sanitizer. We don't need that anyhow.
We also shopped for a friend unable to get out on her own. So Michi delivered after a shower and change of clothes.

I'm about to embark on the call to sew masks. Once for sure I get approval from CDC and the hospital my daughter works at. Many in the FB sewing groups I am a member of are joining to assist hospitals in their area. Most likely what we create will not be medically perfect but if the CDC approves, I guess better than nothing.

I participated in the Pope's request for a global rosary the other day. It was spiritually uplifting for me.

Stay safe everyone. Hugs and Prayers.
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I'm the same with flipping between okay and anxious. I try my best to remain calm, but it's hard.
My mom is really doing okay. She's bored and somewhat frustrated and really doesn't seem to have any desire to learn to "facetime" so we're not even going there yet. They're delivering meals to their apartments so that's the only interaction they have and she says they're in such a rush that there's basically no conversation.
Can't imagine seeing Clearwater Beach totally empty Michi! We love it there. Wanted to get back down there soon. Guess that's off another year as I don't like the "heat" so it should have been several weeks ago..... LOL.
I'm so sorry for all who are going through financial difficulties. We're so blessed as we've been told that we will be paid through the break, no matter how long, without going into our sick time. I suppose it's in their budget so they've made the decision. They'll be using student-only staff to do odd-jobs in the buildings, but there will be people who get paid and end up staying home. Especially if our state goes to shelter-in-place, as it's expected sooner or later. I thank God every day that I work for such a wonderful district.
Stay safe. Stay healthy. Wash your hands. God Bless.
 
My hubby just talked to my son Martin. He's sitting in an airport in Jamaica. He was going to move back to the U.S. on April 9th. Jamaica just put into effect no flights into Jamaica. Martin felt it was just a matter of time before outgoing flights would be cancelled. I so hope that everything goes smoothly. Hopefully, they will allow outgoing...at least for as long as it takes him to get to the U.S.
 
dorannmwin said:
I found out today that I am not one of the lucky ones. We were all told that there will be no work at all for an undetermined amount of time. I have to admit that I ugly cried about it...I've been working so hard to dig myself out of a hole and to try to get ahead because I really want to own a home again.

The world that we are living in today is so much different than the one that we were living in just two weeks ago. I couldn't have began to imagine that then and even now I have a hard time accepting that this is my new reality. When we get through this (and we will) this will be something for the history books. I can only imagine my own grandchildren asking me 30 years from now what it was like when the world was shut down and I will be able to tell them about it. In fact, I will be able to let them read what was going through my mind as it was happening because my daily journal has turned into my reflections about what is going on day by day.
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Dorann, my heart goes out to you. I don't even know what to say to encourage you. I am so incredibly lucky that I am in the position I am and the shut down will be an inconvenience, but nothing more. I am trying hard to support family members and friends who are less fortunate. Hopefully unemployment and the stimulus check will help keep you off the edge. I know it is all not much, but hopefully it will help enough.
 
japrice said:
My hubby just talked to my son Martin. He's sitting in an airport in Jamaica. He was going to move back to the U.S. on April 9th. Jamaica just put into effect no flights into Jamaica. Martin felt it was just a matter of time before outgoing flights would be cancelled. I so hope that everything goes smoothly. Hopefully, they will allow outgoing...at least for as long as it takes him to get to the U.S.
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Fingers crossed, hands folded.
 
As of today... it changes daily... I'm on furlough at Panera. The library finally got the approval to close. We will get paid thru April 5th. After that who knows.
Husband was told that he will now work every other week. Honestly, I think that will change too. But for now we are thankful for that.
Everything is closed (like everyone else except for food, gas, healthcare). Streets are barren. It took us 2 hours to wait on line for a branch of our bank. It is the only one in the area that has a drive up teller! I guess we better learn how to use those ATMs to deposit checks!
We made spaghetti with meat sauce tacos for the first time tonight. It wasn't as messy as I thought it would be!

Stay safe everyone!
 
Glad he made it back ok, Jo-Anne.

I am looking into homemade masks, which while aren't as effective as real ones, would be a sight better than the painters mask my partner makes me put on if I want to leave the house at all. And doing research on construction to ensure the best-of-a-not-real-surgical-mask possible. I may be a crafty pack rat, but at very least I know I have elastic and enough quilt fabric to manage two masks with a wire insert over the nose.
 
Sylvan said:
Glad he made it back ok, Jo-Anne.

I am looking into homemade masks, which while aren't as effective as real ones, would be a sight better than the painters mask my partner makes me put on if I want to leave the house at all. And doing research on construction to ensure the best-of-a-not-real-surgical-mask possible. I may be a crafty pack rat, but at very least I know I have elastic and enough quilt fabric to manage two masks with a wire insert over the nose.
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I too am glad he made it home.

I'm a member of several FB sewing groups that are making masks. Boy oh boy are the patterns ever changing depending on who posts it. We even have one in our neighborhood FB page saying to use 3M air conditioner filtrate in the middle. I'm having a hard time with that vision.

I will be making some soon. I do need more interfacing though.
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So glad your son got back to the states, Jo-Anne.
Sorry things are so tentative, LilyAnn. It's a tentative time.
I had to turn down my daughter to see our grands for the first time. Made me cry... God love her, but she's kinda numb right now herself and wasn't thinking when she ask if the kids could come over to see Grammy and Pop. Had to remind her of social distancing and taking care of our age.
Glad everyone is doing "well".
Stay safe. Stay healthy. Wash your hands. God Bless.
 
It's so hard to stay distancing during this time. We are a social people. Personally, as long as I have my computer, and food, I'm fine!
The first thing we want to do is go see relatives. We've been calling and chatting with friends and relatives.

Today we took a ride as a family. I preferred to stay in the car while they went in and got a couple of things for us and my father who is staying put. We are having left overs for dinner... you know now that we are out of work we have to not waste anything.
 
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