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Covid-19, aka Corona Virus day 9 or so

The goal of writing everyday was lovely when it started but then some how despite being home as much as possible, I didn't seem to have time.

So let's catch up.

The skids did great with digital learning. I already thought their teachers were going above and beyond, and then I spoke with a neighbor who is also an elementary teacher. I'm very pleased to see how much the skids's teachers care about helping them to feel connected and successful. Also glad this neighbor isn't their teacher.

No child is completely typical and my skids are no exception but they seem to be fairly typical learners. Because of this, they are doing well with the digital learning so far. Yes, they would rather be at school with their teachers and friends, but so far no push back on doing their work. I made it through with only missing one assignment that didn't become required until Monday. Our next custody is over spring break so I'm fairly certain we got the easy piece of DLD (week one, spring break, and then a week in May if they don't go back.)

Saturday we built our Victory Covid-19 Corona Garden. Unfortunately a lime tree was not in the plans. We'll see if we got started too early or if the tomato seedlings will thrive and if I can actually grow something from a seed.




On Sunday, the skids were racing their bikes down a hill when ASharp forgot she had breaks and managed to wreck. Poor kid has wrecked 3 times in less than 14 days. Only 2x on our watch. She may not be genetically mine, but she sure does like to connect with the ground! X-rays were needed on Monday and as of now, nothing is broken. If it isn't better soon, she'll need to be seen again. Good thing I've been first aid certified so many times!


Kids are back at their moms and I'm home alone with the dog. Lots of goofiness with Shelly ensued yesterday on Facebook. Need to pass the time some how.

B is doing some home xfit workouts with me and I'm trying to want to run with him.


Otherwise, the freezer is stocked. Folks have food and I'm doing my best to keep them home. And we are just watching the world go by. Tightening our circle just a little bit more and working on the 1000 piece puzzle. All that's left is the really hard part. I think I'll let B focus on that.

My coworker and I are having some conflicts. I think she doesn't respect my personal space, she's making a mess, and she's needy.

This is her rebuttal.

Stay safe. Stay healthy. Wash yer hands. Stay the f@ck home.



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