I hope everyone is dong well, staying sane, and keeping safe during this strange and unique time. There are so many emotions that hop through my head on a daily basis that can be difficult to reconcile. I thought I’d share my thoughts in case someone else feels like they’re the only one struggling to survive in the underbelly of coronavirus.
- I have no self control. None. If there are cookies or cake on the counter, I cannot listen to the little voice that says “keep walking.
- I like the kids being held hostage so they can’t have sleepovers and coffeeshop dates after school. They’re all mine now.
- I’m happy that I’m practicing medicine part time during a pandemic. It’s scary out there, and I fear that I’ll bring sickness home to my kids or husband.
- I feel guilty that I’m practicing medicine part time during a pandemic. I’m a physician and this is what I signed up for – right?
- I have more hours to write and create – but I can’t. The stories develop in my brain, but I’m so distracted by the world and can’t focus.
- There are some ugly people in the world. Hoarding, stealing, price-gouging, and lying.
- There are many more beautiful people in the world. The food pantries are stocked regularly, mask-makers volunteer their craft, businesses are developed to deliver groceries and keep the elderly safe, music and art is shared across the Internet.
- I miss seeing my family in the flesh, but our family Zoom meetings get the siblings, parents, and nephews connected with ease – and it’s fun!
- I need to get off social media. It’s stressful to hear opinions not based in fact and data.
- I am loving puzzles. I’m on my third 1000 piece puzzle and I find it relaxing.
- But shouldn’t I be writing? Or volunteering at the hospital instead of doing a freaking puzzle??? The voices are loud in my head.
- A good book is a great escape.
- A beautiful sunrise on a crisp spring morning as you stand in the yard breathing fresh air allows you to reflect on the beauty all around us and realize what’s really important.
- We must have eaten out more than I realize, because I miss it quite a bit.
- My heart races and I destroy my fingernails as I wait for the moment Coronavirus might take someone close to me, and I can’t do anything to stop it.
- Dogs are a necessity during quarantine.
- Even though I have endless hours in my house, it’s still not clean, organized, or clutter-free.
- I love my co-workers. I’m so fortunate to have a medical family at my office who all cares for one another to ensure we’re all safe.
- Some days it’s good to ignore all attempts at work and binge an entire Netflix series with your girls in your pajamas.
- I don’t mind quarantine…
Everyone please stay safe and thanks for visiting Pat’s Chat.