It has been a really rough week around here.
I am currently scared of or scared for well, just about everything and everyone I know and love. My degrees are in science, Applied Science. For the past almost 30 years I have worked solely in OB Gyn and I love it to pieces. I am terrified that I will become sick with this virus and harm the people I love, the people I work with and love dearly, my patients who have trusted me for years to do the right thing by them. I feel like throwing up just typing this. I know I am doing everything I can to keep myself safe as well as those around me but this is so hard. I can’t sleep, Sweet Creek Antiques has decided to close till March 31 and I am afraid to be near my 87 year old Dad . I am miserable when I stay away from him. In my heart I know this will not last long and everything will go back to normal.
I really wish someone would make my head realize that.
This afternoon I got off a bit early and came home to find Big Daddy working at home. It was so comforting to just be home with him and in the quiet. It was a warm out , blue sky and sunny …….. and our front porch was a wreck! Dried up magnolia from Christmas, 3 dresser drawers from my current painting project and cobwebs galore. But I wanted to sit out there and just be , just be quiet and still and calm. I am sure if anyone saw me they would have gotten a show . I flew in on that mess like a girl possessed. I grabbed a garbage bag and went to town on that mess!
The little fern is faux but it’s Spring green. The cushions need washing and my windows are dirty but I feel better and I sat out there for a long time, had a glass of wine and it did me some good. It s not perfect but it is perfect, perfect for right now…… perfect for me.
I found this new doormat at Ross for $6.99 the same day I found the metal tree art.
I love the fancy curvy edge 🙂
So I am just going to keep myself busy and pray for the best possible outcome in this mess.
I hope all of ya’ll are safe and healthy and I really, really appreciate ya’ll listening.
Paige
Your porch looks so restful and calm, I’m glad you had a well-deserved restful moment. I’m a teacher and am concerned about my students, many at-risk and struggling with basics even in the best of times. Thank goodness our district is going all out and I am hopeful we will get through this soon.
Thank you Andrea. I’m keeping your students in my prayers.
Your porch looks perfectly lovely…peaceful and comfortable. Enjoy and be well.
Margo it is lovely to see you here❤️ Ya’ be safe!!!
I read this while you were sleeping beside me. Was very hard not to wake you up just to tell you how much I love you, but I do. With every thing in me. I do.
Babe you are my world❤️❤️
May you find some peace and a little joy today. Once upon a time, many years ago an ob/gym nurse saved my life.
There are so many of us who silently thank nurses like you every day of our lives. You are special guardian angels put on earth to comfort and protect us. I hope you are able to get some rest and laugh with big daddy (at least once) today.
Nancy thank you for taking the time to encourage me today. I really needed this!
These are such difficult times for everyone. I so appreciate that you are in the world of health care because folks like you are invaluable to all of us, in normal times and in these extraordinary times of crisis. We don’t always take the time to tell you and others in health care how much you matter and are so valued by so many of us. Thank you for doing what you do and being there for so many who depend on your constant care and concern. Love seeing the special comment by B. Daddy, too…so glad for both of you that you are each other’s worlds, and those wonderful wild kitties are there for both of you, too.
I am cheered seeing your porch, the chairs, the bunny, the sunshine – they are reminders that quiet, special places to relax, reflect and enjoy our small corners of the world are so important for helping to keep us sane. I’m looking forward to the warmer temperatures of spring, even the heat of summer, because dreadful virus or not, Mother Nature keeps things perking along regardless and reminds us that life does go on. Enjoy your special space and your day. Happier times will return.
Lynn thank you so much! You make my heart lighter!
The comment your husband made brought tears. I am also blessed to have a loving and sensitive husband like yours. My granddaughter is an ER nurse in a large Ct. hospital and I pray daily for all of the health care workers. They are indeed invaluable. Enjoy your porch and your wine.
Thank you Lynn! Yes he is a tender hearted one. We healthcare works appreciate you prayers!
Please know how much delight and enjoyment you have brought to me over the years I have been following you! You are no doubt as highly valued in your medical career as you are in your ‘creative’ career! For me, you are a bright spot in a sea of mostly un-inspiring blogs. Your fierce spirit and crazy humor inspire me. Big Daddy’s word brought me to tears. Stay safe, well and strong!
Kristine I value this comment and YOUR friendship! Please stay safe!!!