Like I said
last week, this blog has always been a safe haven for me to share what is on my mind. I always strive to balance positivity with reality and try to share what is new an exciting in my world. As a half glass full kind of person I have been doing my best to keep that mindset going during this strange time. As a result I'm bringing back my Currently series and sharing what is going on in my life right now. So right now I'm currently...
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Praying for all of those affected by the COVID-19 virus. I know a few people who have had the virus, some who are currently experiencing it now, and others who have been exposed and are functioning with a higher than normal level of anxiety. I also know a lot of people who have been laid off or furloughed (myself included). It's a vary scary time and please know everyone is in my prayers - this too shall pass.
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Listening to the
Dave Ramsey's A Message of Hope (if you missed it, you can rewatch it
here). It was exactly what I needed to hear in a time of chaos and panic. He reminded us that while we can't control everything that is going on, we can control our attitude, how we manage our money, and our opportunities. Ken Coleman shared one if his favorite quotes, which I loved, is "when opportunity comes, it's too late to prepare".
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Enjoying Martha & Marley Spoon meals. I'm so thankful to have signed up for a meal delivery service now more than ever. When I learned one of my idols, Martha Stewart, has a meal kit delivery service I know I had to give it a try. I wouldn't' say these meals are the healthiest or most diet friendly, but they are easy enough and have so many delicious options. They are continuing to deliver, despite the pandemic, and have been saving me many trips to the grocery store.
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Reading On the Corner of Love and Hate by Nina Bocci. It was my turn to choose the book for
book club and this time I decided to choose a book that was extra light. While I'm not sure this is a book any of my fellow book club members would have chosen, I'm hoping everyone at least enjoys a little bit of lightness in an otherwise stressful time. I'm really looking forward to planning another successful
book club night in.
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Going a bit stir crazy, but hanging in there. I've finished my magazine stack, started to paint again, and am doing daily workouts but I'm still feeling a bit trapped. I didn't realize how starved for social interaction I was until I zoomed with the company I work for. It was so great seeing familiar faces and hearing what everyone else is up to. For anyone else who feels the same way - you've got this! Check in with a friend or colleague and be sure to try to get outside - even if it's for a quick 5 minute walk around the block.
Stay safe and be well,
ARS xx
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