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I'm in Georgia and just heard that a shelter in place will go into effect April 3-13 so that will change this idea but...

It's a beautiful spring day here so my youngest son and I picked up litter on the side of the road. We picked a dirty area and, sadly, we got 6 (kitchen-sized) trash bags in a mile long stretch of road. On the positive side, we were outside, socially isolated, and away from a screen.

I'm glad we kept my MIL's grabbers after she passed away!

We'll do it again tomorrow before the SIP goes into effect.

Hang in there everyone!
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I have been cutting my hair for years since I have been taking care of my mother. I save the salon for her. I used to spend so much money on haircuts, shampoo and now I just cut my own hair. It is so simple. I wash my hair and towel dry then cut away. I actually cut my hair without looking in the back, then I get a mirror and trim the back and the sides. My moms hairdresser told me it looked good. I also recently cut my moms hair and it looked nice. She has thick white curly hair. I recently cut my nieces hair quite short and it came out fine. She loves it. I am saving lots of money. I cut my hair every four weeks and it makes me feel good. Tried cutting my brothers hair and it turned out terrible. He will never let me cut his hair again. I think it is easier to cut a woman's hair, though. Think of the money you will save cutting your own hair. It will always grow back. Give it a try.
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Daughterof1930 Apr 2020
I cut everyone in my family’s hair. I call it the cheap, untrained, but free cut. I do mine, my husbands, and some of my adult children’s. It wasn’t hard to figure out. My dad gets a senior citizens special at a place that’s now closed so I’ll be doing his soon
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People in NY are clapping for first responders, at 7 pm apparently every evening.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/video/peopleandplaces/heartwarming-video-shows-how-people-are-thanking-first-responders-during-coronavirus-outbreak/vi-BB11YTZ7?ocid=msedgdhp

I think that's a great idea. 

I've been thinking of putting up a sign on the front lawn thanking medical personnel and first responders.    There's a hospital near here and I suspect that employees have been the ones zooming up and down our street at shift change.    Whether they or haven't, I want to thank them, as well as the police/fire department employees.
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People are going to their front porches and howling at 8 p.m. to 8:02 p.m.
As others are making fun, getting irritable at those who howl, the movement is taking hold across the country.

I guess it is a coping mechanism, when you feel so all alone and then hear someone howling back.

One naysayer posted, "Can't they just sing?" That is what Italy has done.

Come to think of it. getting so bored as to criticize others who are coping IS one way of coping, yes? = letting off steam.
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Needhelpwithmom, I’m not cutting my own hair. I’ve done that before. It gets obsessive, next thing you know you will keep cutting it shorter and shorter, lol. I wear mine in a messy bun. I found out how to do it a couple years ago on you tube. I wear it in a messy bun at work since we can’t wear our hair done around machinery. On another note, why is GOLF ESSENTIAL? Golf courses are open in certain states and certain areas.
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FloridaDD Apr 2020
You can social distance on a golf course.   If the course/club has appropriate rules (for example, with walk, or no sharing carts with other than family, no raking bunkers, no pulling flag), it is no different than going for a walk.
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They have ordered all conservation areas and trails closed - I'm getting really tired of walking the streets of this town (sigh).
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NeedHelpWithMom Apr 2020
I think parks are closed. Not sure about everywhere.
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Has anyone checked out AFI.com? Spielberg is kicking this off.
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Sendhelp Apr 2020
Checked it. Shared it with family. Thanks.
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Okay, should I try to trim my own hair or not? LOL
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JoAnn29 Apr 2020
I know! I am not going to make it till July without a haircut. I wear it short so growing in is not going to look good. The back is bugging me now. My hairdresser lives behind me. Wondering if she can cut my hair out in her front yard or mine. 😊
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Willie you should get one of those step up benches. You can get one cheap at Canadian Tire. Then on rainy days you could do that inside. I have started doing that since our workout room has closed due to Corona.
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It's 8:44 and I've read through the forum, news and weather. It's raining, so I likely won't be able to go out for my daily walk. It's gonna be a long, long day :(
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NeedHelpWithMom Apr 2020
😔 Yep, people are going stir crazy!
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Boredom? I saw this on another website...

Why does this bag of rice have 4,237 grains of rice and this one only 4,156 grains? Guess I better count them again....

😳😉
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NeedHelpWithMom, I know what you mean. I had a Black Labrador for 15 years, a family dog. I was heartbroken when he died. I cried for a week. We did so much together, jogged, played frisbee, picnics, took him out for ice-cream, and in fact I was feeding him a vanilla ice cream cone, one fine day and I did not realize it, but there were many people surrounding my car smiling, and watching him lick the ice cream and eat the cone . He had the Life of Riley. Family loved him. He loved my dad so much, my dad made him ham and eggs for breakfast. He would sleep with my dad, and one night the dog was sleeping with my dad so my mother went upstairs into another bedroom. I asked her why, and she replied she did not want to disturb him. I too do not want another dog right now, it was so painful, but he had a really good life and perhaps when I am a little older, I might consider another but not a Black Lab. I like the big husky male dogs. Our dog was super intelligent. He understood everything. Amazing dog!
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NeedHelpWithMom Mar 2020
Yes, they are part of the family and we spoil them 💗. They love us so much and all they want is love in return.

I cried so much when I had to put my dogs down that my vet would call me at home the next day to check on me.

Yeah, my vet happens to be a personal friend of ours but I think he would call anyone because he is very compassionate. He knows how much we love our fur babies.
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Thought I would share this: I have been having a low grade fever for over a week now, but no other symptoms except some sinus pain and slight congestion. This is typical during the allergy season (actually it is common for my body temperature to fluctuate all year long), but last night it jumped up to 101, then went back down before I went to bed and was almost normal this morning, until this afternoon when it started to rise again to 99.8. I checked our state health covid-19 page, which said if you have fever AND one of the other symptoms to call the hotline, otherwise call your doctor. Well, I just had my first medical video chat with my doctor. Our state has now been authorized to have doctor visits over the phone now. He did not feel that I needed any other prescription other than to step up my nasal allergy medication.
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NeedHelpWithMom Mar 2020
How are you feeling? Get well soon 💗.
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I've always been fond of Newfoundlands.   Several years ago at an annual crafts show we patronized, we met two Newfies.    This is a small show,= compared to some; typically many of the same patrons are there year after year, and some bring their dogs.

The Newfies were so friendly, so big, and so thick with fur.    I could just love them and pet them for hours!
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NeedHelpWithMom Mar 2020
They are beautiful dogs too. My neighbor had one. She named him Bear. Hahaha. She said that he was her big black bear. He was a sweet dog.

I volunteered for the ‘meet and greet’ dog showings for the greyhounds. I liked doing those. We went to book stores and other shops.
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NeedsHelp - I’ve always been vocal here about my love for dogs. Yes, I prefer most dogs to most humans.

I always say if more humans had some of the qualities that dogs possess- the world would be a better place. But now? Dogs would be an utter failure at “social distancing”. Their loyalty, their need to love, comfort and protect would be their demise if they had to distance themselves from their humans.

It’s makes me smile - a rarity lately - at the thought that more of these wonderful creatures are finding homes and their humans - in spite that it took this disaster to make it occur. I just hope that this isn’t a hiccup- such as people buying rabbits at Easter - and that once this is finally declining the dogs are abandoned.

I've had eight dogs over the past 35 years and every time one passes I swear I’ll never have another. The heartbreak for me is devastating. But - I always break down and get another.

Right now, we have three Cavailer King Charles Spaniels. The sweetest dogs ever! Their offical identifier is “The love sponge of the dog world” and it’s certainly accurate - in my experience. I highly recommend the breed to anyone who needs a smallish breed dog who is dedicated to just loving you. But before anyone investigates a breeder - check all the rescue organizations first as there are always those that need a forever home or foster care.

My hubby says it’s a good thing we have a small house with practically no yard - or I would become the neighborhood crazy lady with dozens and dozens of dogs.
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NeedHelpWithMom Mar 2020
Those are the cutest dogs! I grew up with a Boston terrier, very sweet dog. I had a mini schnauzer who was sweet but neurotic! My husband didn’t like her and she didn’t like him. Hahaha She liked the kids. She was too yippy yappy.

Then we got the greyhound. He stole my heart. I absolutely adored that dog! I hope our animals are in the afterlife. I miss him. Greys are the sweetest dogs ever! He was big! I would want a small dog again because they are easier.

I think about fostering but I know I could never let go.

I am with you. I hope this last too and people don’t get rid of their animals after the crisis. All they want is to loved.
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Many people journal everyday. Musicians are writing music. This can become a productive time.
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disgustedtoo Apr 2020
Journal... day 1: eat, drink, bathroom runs, tv, sleep... day 2: see day 1... day 3: see day 1... day 4: ....
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My college went online, but I'm on break this term, so didn't have to convert my class. Yet. I go back in July and if this is still going on I will have to adapt and teach a painting class online. Right now I mostly I do what I do anyway, which is paint. In fact I still have a strange sense of urgency about getting the paintings done for exhibitions that may or may not be happening with all the closures. I am very practiced at being alone. My husband, though, is now working from home and he is a distraction, making old man noises, clearing his throat, sneezing, and talking on the phone to his customers. If his company closes I will not know what to do with him, maybe have him build more stretcher bars for me or work on my website. Really though, the biggest change for me is not seeing my mom every day. Friends call to talk and I just want to get back to the new painting, so I don't really need to come up with other coping strategies. I hope all of you are doing okay with whatever changes you must make in your daily living patterns.
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NeedHelpWithMom Mar 2020
Any kind of art is therapy. It’s great that you will teach online.

My husband is home too. I am listening to conference tech calls all day!
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Pet fostering and adoption is up 70 percent from last year at this time due to people wanting company while being isolated because of this virus. Incredible, huh?

I miss my dog. I have never been without a dog for cat for long. I swore after putting my grey down that I couldn’t take the heartbreak again.

My friend who works placing the greyhounds in homes said that I should foster but I know what would happen. I would bond with the dog and never be able to say goodbye. Have any of you fostered a dog?
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mally1 Apr 2020
Sure, we always plan to foster, but end up adopting! It's ok, we love every one of them.....
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I mentioned in a previous post, I read most of the books at home, do not like eBooks and library closed. Hello!! I can read my Bible. I admit it has been quite some time since I last picked my Bible up and read some chapters. . I used to attend Bible studies and church every Sunday. I am watching Christian channels now. I was watching Fox news today and was moved by the wonderful prayer for our country and the world. It was inspirational. Thanks Fox news!!
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Surely you are kidding lacyisland. Just ask anyone who drinks alcohol and smokes marijuana why it is essential, lol.
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NeedHelpWithMom Mar 2020
Hey, Elaine

I will take a gin and tonic! My husband was the handsome bartender 😊. I ordered a gin and tonic and the rest is history!

Hahaha, my daughter was a bartender in college too, just like her daddy. They make great tips!
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Spring cleaning, exercising, playing the piano again - all things that previously were just good intentions. Maybe I'll come out of this with a really clean house, a skinny body and the ability to play more than the first two bars of Fur Elise!

On a more serious note - I'm sending little videos to my Mom's nursing home so they can show her each day. I'm writing notes and mailing them to my grandkids (trying to show them how it was to be a pen pal back in the day), calling folks who might need help and reading a lot. These things reduce the anxiety surrounding the unknown - at least for a while.
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Why do you think liquer and marijiuana stores are allowed to stay open as "essential"
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Abby2018 Mar 2020
Some people rely on medical marijuana for chronic pain and other ailments. Liquor stores? A coping mechanism...some people rely on that glass of wine or a bottle of beer to lessen the anxiety. Also, for all those alcoholics who become deprived, we can't have them clogging up our hospitals due to withdrawals.

It's the gun shops I don't get.
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Am thinking of trying a foreign language again took classes a zillion years ago but never was any good at it. Might keep MY brain sharper and be phone. Apps available for phones now too!
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NeedHelpWithMom Mar 2020
The apps are fun. I can’t remember the one that I tried.
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Our local news channel has said for seniors who have health issues and afraid to shop in stores for fear of being exposed to the virus should call 2-1-1 here and someone will get emergency food to them by the next day or two.

I hope all states will have something in place for those who cannot go out to the stores. We have free food pantries as well for people to have something to eat.
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Sheltering in place for a long period of time will cause either a divorce, or a pregnancy, lol.
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NeedHelpWithMom Mar 2020
True! Hahaha
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Has anyone heard this? I just saw it on the news. I take breaks and don’t watch the news nonstop because it will depress me.

Anyway, some are saying that those infected with the virus lost all sense of smell and taste. Interesting, huh?

They claim they lost their sense of smell days before being diagnosed. They lost complete sense of taste as well.
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cwillie Mar 2020
The story I saw said it was only something like 30% of people - interesting, but hardly diagnostic on it's own.
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My daughter and I have been talking about how to avoid going around the bend. Here are some ideas, first from me:

1) Get out the recipe books we all have, and work through them to make the things we thought looked good but never tried. If (like me) all your old herbs and spices are past their prime, just shove in double quantities and use them up.
2) Look at all the books in your bookcases, and decide which ones are worth re-reading. Then do it. Do you feel the same way about them now, or do they seem like crap? What’s changed – you, them, or the world?
3) Empty each kitchen cupboard in turn, put the contents on the bench, and decide what to do with the tins at the back. Like the red beans your vegan friend talked you into buying. Or the falafel mix. Back to the recipe books...
4) Find all the mending, and the things put away for alterations. This is desperation time, cut them up and go hippy with the bits.
5) Learn to knit. Or if you can knit, learn to crochet. Or vice versa. There are great YouTube tutorials!

And from Jenny, my daughter:

6) Look up all the courses on line. There just has to be something you would find interesting, Mum. Even if it’s just how the Egyptians mummified cats.
7) Find all those cards you bought at the local markets, and send them to me (and yes, I found one that said ‘I can’t visit so have this cup of tea with me’ with pictures of a pretty tea set).
8) Finish off that circular knitting you tried and got fed up with. Go on Mum, you can do it!

We could do with more ideas, so lay it on us ASAP!
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mally1 Apr 2020
Learn a useful language, maybe Spanish. Open Culture online has free classes and videos, I've used them. I cheat and instead of learning a whole phrase, I just use one word with a question mark. Also emptying out closets and cupboards, then putting a lot of it in boxes to give away when the second hand stores open again. Got 6 done so far!
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We put a bird feeder outside my parents' window, and we go fill it when we have made arrangements to visit by waving through the window. I was astonished to see the facility had opened one patient's window and allowed them to visit that way! That screen will not keep germs away, so while they were visiting, their faces were only about 2-3 feet apart!
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Some people here on an app called "Nextdoor" have suggested putting images of rainbows in their windows or on their storm door. Alternative was Easter eggs.
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We are going to make a list of to do things. Tomorrow we are going to look at some old photos and possibly watch some videos of our vacations with family years back. Need a good book to read, my eyes get tired with eBooks online. I like a good old fashioned nonfiction book. Maybe a classic movie such An Affair To Remember. I just love Cary Grant.
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NeedHelpWithMom Mar 2020
Fantastic movie, one of my favorites too.
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