Community Chat

[pitdakota]

@SXMGirl, I don't think there is a thing wrong with you.  I have some friends that are really enjoying this time as well.  Same thing, they take the virus very seriously and they hate the economic impact it is having on many...but they are enjoying their peace and quiet.  LOL!

[gramgrandkids1]

I have always enjoyed my own company since I was a little child. perhaps it's because I'm an only child and had to occupy myself from an early age. I have lots of things to keep me busy so I don't get bored. I have reached out to more friends and family during this

[gramgrandkids1]

Sorry I didn't finish my post hit the wrong key. I order my groceries and go pick them up that is my time out. I tried to get my prescriptions and in both cases I don't have to get out of the car to have contact with others. I called the local hardware store to see if they have organic soil and they do and we'll put it in my car so I don't even have to go into the store to purchase it.

I have always been a homebody so staying in doesn't really bother me at all. For all of you that dislike being homebound I hope you can find something to relieve the boredom.

[JudyL]

@SXMGirl So glad to hear someone say this!  I am enjoying it as well but know a lot of people that are having a hard time so haven't said anything. 

[haddon9]

Well I consider myself a bit of both.  I'm an introvert and love being at home...but not 100% of the time.  I'm a bit of an extrovert since I like to get out with friends and do things!  I need a regular schedule for going out somewhere.

I miss being able to see and hug my kids, go to the gym (I'm more inclined to exercise if I go than at home) go out to nice lunches, my mah jongg group, my book club, not worrying and being anxious when grocery shopping and just shopping in general which we can no longer do. 

I was supposed to visit my mom in Florida last week and I have no idea when I'll see her again. (if ever...yes I have thought of this since she is 93). 

I was so looking forward to going on an extended family trip to Spain in June (it has been cancelled).  I love travel and wish I had visited more places when younger but we were busy raising our kids.

On top of that though I'm very comfortable in a nice house, I worry so much about others...will my kids be alright?  What about my mom? Or my brother who has been going into work as an "essential" person? 

I'm so sad for those who are really hurting both health wise and financially right now...it's so awful the anxiety is making me sick!

[tsavorite]

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@Mz iMac wrote:

@tsavorite  What state do you live in?

"Can't even buy a bag of soil or mulch....no paint no nothing for home improvement." 

I live in a hot zone state-New Jersey.  Home Depo & Lowes are open because they are deemed essential.

"Can't fish alone on a boat...."

Why not?

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Michigan....can't buy a garden hose....nothing!  Can't have lawn service...can't have them spray your grass.  On and on....can't go on a motor boat in the middle of the lake...no fishing...crazy town here.

Our Gov orders!

[Jinlei]

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@SXMGirl wrote:

Unlike many, I am enjoying every single day of this isolation.  Do not misunderstand, I wish no one to have the virus, but my days are full and I don't have to leave home.  I am tired when I go to bed.

Every day, I work out with zoom, Facebook, or the Y online, so I am seeing others, but I don't need to travel.  I cook, bake, read, do watercolor, a little spring cleaning, a little tv watching, jigsaw puzzles, and taking care of my pets.  I text and email friends.  Groceries can be delivered.  When the weather breaks, I will do some gardening.  While I love traveling, I can view many things from my computer--not the same, but doable.

Obviously, there is something wrong with me, but I am loving this.   

I agree.  I love staying home.  Being in groups of people do not thrill me.  I am OK with my own company.

[Deree]

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@Sapphiregal wrote:

I enjoy my alone time just as much as anyone, but, I must say I am tired of this - same old, same.old everyday. I am ready for Americans to get their jobs back and let's get on with the business of living our lives. I worry so much over small businesses and those who have lost their jobs. We may never recover from this shut down. Personally, I feel that down the road when we are looking back on this and economists are evaluating the decisions that have been made for the supposed greater good here, they're going to see that there were many mistakes made.

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There will be a ton of Monday morning quarterbacking when this calms down but we are obligated to err on the side of caution now.  ONE infected person can exponentially infect thousands and thousands. Human lives are far more important than the economy. You can bounce back with the economy.  Not so with lives. I think too many people regard the daily death toll as impersonal numbers. They are people like you and me.  It could be your spouse your mother, father, sister, brother, child that has died from the virus.  So many thousands are in deep grief now.  SMH that anyone can be worrying about businesses.

[shoekitty]

I enjoy the lack of junk mail, the reduction of naughty solicitors, and telemarketing calls.  I have had some issues I need to see a Dr. in person for, and I need an epidural badly.  But I am dealing.  I don't mind staying home.  But I miss plane travel to see grandkids. We are so lucky to live in an age of cell phones, computers, FaceTime ,zoom and social media and chats.   It sort of like, you don't need to go out.. lol