Me, myself and I - March 20, 2020

March 20th, 2020

Mandatory stay at home was ordered here in California, effective on March 19th, 2020. For how long? No one really knows.

So my youngest kid flew the coop, left the nest a few weeks ago meaning I'm alone for the first time....ever. And now I'm a-lone and can't leave 😳

So I'm trying not to think about this long term. Just one day at a time. I am reminded of my blessings: I'm still able to work from home, I'm safe, my kids are safe.

My first week of telecommuting is a wrap. It's Friday and this has been the longest, most stressful week I can remember thanks to COVID19. But I am so thankful my company moved us quickly to home based and that I'm still able to work. Mia and Sam seem happy (and maybe a little perplexed?) that I'm home full-time and yes, the commute rocks 😁

The challenge of working from home with my velco kitty Mia

Also, I got quite the surprise yesterday. My monthly order of toilet paper actually arrived from Amazon Prime Subscribe and Save. I was not expecting it honestly as they've been sold out for awhile. It made my week. Who would have ever guessed toilet paper would make me feel this lucky....no, blessed. Yes, I shared my bounty with my bestie and my daughter. Of course I did. Wouldn't you?

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