I’m sure I’m not alone when I admit that I usually don’t know what day of the week it is anymore. Not because I feel like I’m losing my cognitive abilities; rather, my days (and yours, I would venture) have lost their structure and rhythm. With all the usual activities on the calendar wiped clean, my internal calendar has gone kerflooey.
Were it not for my phone and the special clock we bought for mom, I’m pretty sure I would often not have a clue. (Yes, it’s an old picture. Some of you may be thinking, “No wonder she doesn’t know what day it is!”)
Even though I may not know what day it is, I have challenged myself to keep busy. My house is getting cleaner by the day as I try to tackle one or two cleaning tasks each day. Cupboards and closets are being ‘tidied’ KonMari-style; even the car has been tidied, organized, vacuumed and washed. During our recent warmer weather, I was able to give the garden a little of the attention it deserves. Books that have been in my “read someday” pile are actually getting read…or removed from the pile.
My craft room is a disaster though – it looks like a fabric bomb exploded in there. This time it’s me making the mess and not my grandkids. The weather isn’t cooperating for my preferred activity of gardening, so I’m actually getting around to trying to create some of those ideas I have “pinned” on Pinterest. As an aspiring seamstress, I stink at inserting zippers. With life moving at a slower pace, I determined now was the time to practice. So, I’ve been making little things that require zippers: tote bags, makeup bags, and a little pouch.
I’m enjoying this quieter life, along with its opportunities for creativity. Even so, I’m really looking forward to getting back to normal. I’m only hoping that this time spent in quiet has helped me to see that “normal” could look different – less busy, yet more productive and fulfilling.
What about you? What have you been doing to fill your quieter days?
Barefoot Lily Lady 
Our life hasn’t changed much, other than we watch our church service from home and don’t go out to eat. Since Wayne and I both work from home, we keep working from home. But watching those church services from home rather than going to church has made our days feel a little different.
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I miss the gathering so much. One positive thing though: we’ve been using Zoom to meet together in smaller groups. In doing so, I know I have talked to (and even prayed with) a few people I might otherwise not have even bumped into in the church setting. I hope these virtual chats will turn into real opportunities to foster relationships when this ban on gathering is lifted. Much love to you, dear Jo Dee.
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Cindie, I join you in not knowing what day of the week it is. Weekends seem like any other day. At least you are using your time wisely being creative, good for you. Stay safe!
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