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Things are going well. I’m halfway to gaining the dreaded “Covid 19”. Also I’ve lowered my standards for what I consider “working out”. Running upstairs to turn the WiFi router off and back on now counts. Right @mom.wine.repeat ??? Follow @mom.wine.repeat . . . . . . . #workfromhome #stayhome #weighinday #thisisfine #alldaysnack #whatdayisit #workoutonthego #improvisation #socialdistancing #stopeating #stresseating #eatlessmovemore #dietplan #momsbelike #momaf #weightlossgoals

It’s so obvious!!! Wishing everyone a peaceful weekend that is in any way different to the 5 weekdays we just had. And thanks to all of the key and health workers who are busting their butts all day so the rest of us can #stayhome Via @the.mom.who.knew.too.much . . . . . . . #stayhome #healthcareworkers #healthcareheroes #keyworkers #thankyounhs #nhs #quarantine #selfisolation #staysafe #washyourhands #socialdistancing #homeschool #distantlearning #themomwhoknewtoomuch #tweetmemes #gilapfeffer #lockdown

Hey guys. Here’s a 360 degree tour of my new “office”. It’s a desk I plopped in the already cramped living room because the kitchen is no longer an option for me with everyone around all the time. And cafes or communal work spaces are a no go. The downside is that it’s in the same room that some of my kids do some of their school work. And just behind the TV room which gets loud when the Xbox is in use. The upside is that it’s near a big window, has lots of seating for when I have meetings with myself and, don’t be jealous, my desk is within spitting distance of our bar. Not that anyone’s allowed to spit anymore. Speaking of adapting to new circumstances, I’ve struggled with the whole home school thing. 2 of my kids are not the “get on with it themselves “ types so I’ve had to organise them which means sorting through tons of emails and notifications, figuring out what is required of them and fighting the urge to say “SCREW THIS!” and let them run free, ignoring school for now. And I nearly did that. On Monday and Tuesday I was lethargic, exhausted, overwhelmed by a system and set of terms that until now were not my problem. That on top of the rest of the worry and anxiety that the virus has bestowed upon us. I was angry. I’d endured some hardships in my life and I’d gotten through them with a smile but homeschooling seemed insurmountable and , frankly, not worth it. But then I remembered that I’d ENDURED SOME HARDSHIPS, and dammit, I was not going to let this break me. So I called a friend whose kids are in the same school and I asked for help. I emailed teachers and staff repeatedly, no matter how dumb I sounded, asking the same questions until I understood. I read every notification as many times as I had to, out loud, until I understood. And yesterday I felt energised, motivated, able to help guide my kids. Today even more so. We are lucky. We are safe We have what we need We are learning about what matters in life. And while education is on that list of things that matter, it’s nowhere near as high a priority as resilience, kindness, inner peace, diligence and gratitude. Gratitude to those on the front lines. @the.mom.who.knew.too.much

I’ll save you a seat next to me on the plane @paigekellerman_writer . . . . . . . . #momsbelike #pandemic #cabinfever #goingcrazy #homeschooling #imnotateacher #selfisolation #alldaysnacks #kidsathome #socialdistancing #endoftheworld #arewedoneyet #momaf #tiredaf #exhaustedmom

On a positive note, we now appreciate the little things, right @saltymermaident ? 🧻 Also my kids are super into the latest challenge which is doing “keepie uppies” with a roll of toilet paper 🙄🙄 (google it) @saltymermaident is the kind of person who can laugh through a crisis. She’s sen some stuff and is still making the rest of us smile. Thank you @saltymermaident ! . . . . . . . . . #2020sucks #pandemic #panicbuying #toiletpaper #donthoard #coronatime #selfisolation #stockingup #willferrell #thelittlethings #begrateful

Couldn’t have said it better myself @marriageandmartinis . These are trying times and we are all learning about our thresholds and breaking points.....there are a lot of people in my house eating a lot of food, using a lot of WiFi, getting a lot on each other’s nerves but also creating a lot of laughter and what I hope will be a lot of positive memories, many normal years from now. Sending love and wishes for equilibrium to the NJ home of @marriageandmartinis . . . . . . . . #marriagegoals #isolateandchill #socialdistancing #stayathome #dontforgettolaugh #laughterisgoodforthesoul #thebrightside #mutualrespect #justkeepsmiling #choosewisely #tilldeathdouspart #initforlife

I wrote this article for Grown and Flown, the newsletter for parents of high school and university age kids.

https://grownandflown.com/son-rejected-dream-school-ikea-helped/

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