The world as I knew it had shut down.  

I found myself struggling to secure a food delivery time with our local grocery food stores and having our typical selections “out of stock” for many usual items. Then when delivery was received at 10 PM in the evening, wiping down all the items from the food deliveries in our garage. My husband and I had a system of who unloads, wipes and puts the items away. All the while thinking this is just awful. Is this the new norm?? But we tried to keep our fears in check, I think for each other.  

Family is EVERYTHING TO ME and to not be able to see my children and their families in person for a few months was terribly difficult. FaceTime became so very valuable, as it was the best option available and I truly looked forward to our chats and game nights with family and friends.

Needing to stay positive and in an attempt to keep our mind and body healthy, my husband and I started a routine of a daily 2 mile walk in between working remotely. 

To pass the time, we played games, backgammon, etc., and outdoor gardening when weather permitted.  

Together we kept one another strong and positive. We needed each other even more.