Airing My Clean Laundry

Posted on April 19, 2020 by Coco

Reflecting on how much has changed over the past few weeks has become a common topic of discussion. Last week as I was doing my laundry, it struck me how many of my lifestyle changes were evident in my laundry room.

photo of laundry drying on wrack

buffs used to cover my nose and mouth if I encounter anyone on a run

While I’m being lighthearted in airing my clean laundry, I’m not making light of the seriousness of the COVID-19 pandemic or its devastating effects. I get panic attacks thinking about the serious impacts, so I’m keeping things here on the frivolous side.

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The Struggle Is Real–And Worth It

Posted on April 12, 2020 by Coco

I’m not going to lie, this week was hard. It was hard to get out of bed, hard to get out the door with Scooby, hard to make myself tackle work projects that were hard in a different way. The struggle is real, and I know we all are struggling. I will never say that you never regret a workout, but after the Sunday long run I struggled to start, it hit me that the struggle is worth it.

the novel Coronoavirus from NAIAD

Image Credit: NAIAD-RML

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Is Lent Over Yet?

Posted on April 5, 2020 by Coco

Today is Palm Sunday, when Christians around the world commemorate the events leading up to the crucifixion of Jesus and hear the Passion Gospel, when Jesus dies on the cross. While Lent isn’t over yet, it’s hard to stay in the mindset of fasting and self-denial while getting ready to celebrate Easter. Well, in a normal year that would be hard. This year it’s all about self-denial, if not fasting.

Meme: I didn't plan to give up that much for LentMy favorite irreverent #Lent2020 meme

While neither the pandemic nor Lent are laughing matters, I think it’s important to keep a sense of humor. If you’re offended you can add another negative review to my Facebook page.

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Getting Together For The April Ultimate Coffee Date

Posted on April 3, 2020 by Coco

Isn’t it nice to be getting together for the April Ultimate Coffee Date! When our other outlets for socializing are limited by social distancing guidelines and stay-at-home orders, Deborah and I are glad to be able to host this virtual get together. Now more than even, it’s important to stay connected and keep in touch.

Thought you might want to see our real faces today!

Grab the html code for the coffee date badge here:

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Adjusting To A New Normal

Posted on March 29, 2020 by Coco

We’ve been seriously social distancing for two weeks now (although it feels like forever), and it’s clear we’re not going to be getting together in real life anytime soon. While I am adjusting to a new normal, I’m saddened by additional restrictions that have closed parks and parking lots at trail heads. I’m grateful to have such a strong virtual social network and opportunities like this for distance socializing.

the novel Coronoavirus from NAIAD

Image Credit: NAIAD-RML

Speaking of distance socializing, Deborah and I hope you will join us for the April Ultimate  Coffee Date next weekend. We will open the (link-up) doors on Friday and keep the coffee brewing all weekend. It’s one social event we can still participate in!

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