Now & Then - Socializing looks different during a Pandemic

 Facebook Memory 2011.10.11 

David M. Post "I had the best time tonight. Thank you so much. Can't wait for our next date tomorrow. ; )"

My comment "Two nights in a row of DAVIDness!! I'm a happy girl. Thanks for the wonderful company!!! Miss you already xo"

David M Comment "I couldn't have asked for a better time. Miss you too! Have a safe trip back and give all my love to everyone."

 I was in San Antonio on business but had my evenings free. So happy we had this chance to visit. Got to see his house and meet his sister and nephew and eat at some favorite restaurants. 

 Facebook Memory 2013.10.11

Katie C post "Pumpkin farm with the Mansers!"

My Comment "Love these!!!"

  The Coopers were visiting Texas. In these photos I had a itsy bitsy Maryvonne growing.

 

 Facebook Memory 2015.10.11

 Jeremy M shared photo

I was in Michigan for Aunt Mary's funeral. We took this moment to slow down and breath. Lovingly remembering and comforted by this togetherness. @Yates Cider Mill, MI

2020

This year we cancelled all our travel after March. Maryvonne and I hope to reschedule our trip to visit Cousin Kari when things settle. My girls trip (with Megan and Kim) to Mexico was cancelled. Adelaide and I had planned to fly up to attend the Michalek family reunion. It got delayed to next year. The Fontenot family reunion also got delayed to next summer. Hoping things are better and our whole family can attend both in 2021. We also missed cousin Alex and cousin Christians weddings, though we got to see photos and videos in real time. We also attended virtual baby showers, wedding showers, and family and friend chats using Zoom, Skype, FB Messanger & FB Messanger Kids. We remain cautious and limit our in person visiting. Preferring outdoor activities. When others travel we wait at least 14 days before visiting with them in person. The girls also miss their sports: swimming (we were already taking a break from team before the Pandemic), gymnastics, and jr roller derby.

So grateful for our friends and family! And their recoveries and/or continued health!!

We are thankful for our own health and continued employment!

And hopeful for better times, while actively participating in respect, caution, and building the community we so greatly desire... equality & equity, safety, health, educational opportunists...

Now & Then - Still Tired, lol

2009.10.05 Facebook Memory

My post "So tired, but I'm about to leave to go work out!"

Grandmama comment: "I can only imagine how tire you are especially after the friday you had. Having car trouble and relying on one car isn't easy... However, I want to tell you how proud I am of you and Rick. You guys truly are an inspiration... Love you!"

2010.10.05 Facebook Memory

My post "- super tired today, going to bed! Night all! "

2012.10.05 Facebook Memory

My post "(sigh) I thought it was just allergies but I've got to be sick with fever, congestion, aches, and overall awful feeling! Booooo "

2014.10.05 Facebook Memory 

Rick's post "Peppa Pig time"

 

2016.10.05 Facebook Memory 

Nana's post "Sweet Adelaide running errands with Nana. Love the picture of her and Leilani, little posers. " 

 2020.10.05 Today

Working on improving our sleep and routine. This last year has brought some better understanding of my fatigue and other complaints. Drink more water, consume more sodium, avoid over heating, take mornings slow... try to get regular and full nights of rest, sleep train to a face up back position (to minimize joint soreness and injury). We are trying to shift my 3am-11am sleep to a more normal 12am-9am along with creating a consistent nighttime routine for everyone. Then will invest in pillows/pads to sleep train in a supported position.

Now & Then: Treasure moments Big and Small

2015.10.04 Facebook Memory 

My post "Made me smile "

 

 

2016.10.04 Facebook Memory

My post "Cosmic Kids Yoga for the win! "

 

 

2020.10.04 Today

My thoughts - we had fun decorating for the season but we also were crabby with each other. The girls played video games together building a map and exploring with some bickering and squeals. They willingly helped and tidied up and also complained about some chores. We wrapped up the day with a note to our penpals and a new treat (peanut butter on saltine crackers with a marshmallow, broiled then topped with another peanut butter cracker). Guin, Grandmama, and I were fans! Thanks Kim W. for the suggestion!

 

Then & Now - Scouts, Birthday, and Outings

2013.10.01 Facebook Memory

My post "Big kid day at DMA!"

My post "Thinking of you Misty M****, nourishing my dorkness - my LOVE of CHAIRS! "

We used to visit the DMA regularly, especially enjoying the First Tuesday Youth programs. Lol, The Panda Chair was a favorite. 

2015.10.01 Facebook Memory

My post "Thinking of you Andy P****... Will be trying a new recipe this year! "

yum yum - Apple Cinnamon Sangria

2016.10.01 Facebook Memory

My post "Proud of my little scout! We learned and laughed a lot! Completed two years as a 'daisy' and as of today she will start her 'brownie' activities."

My post "Happy Birthday MaryCatherine F****"

 

 

2019.10.01 Facebook Memory

Angela H D post "Reptile Club kicks off"

2020.09.30 Yesterday 

Yesterday we enjoyed a fun virtual field trip to a local gourmet popcorn shop. We even got to enjoy samples during the tour (picked up this past weekend). We read our two popcorn picture books afterward. Then the girls shared more corn information they learned from other places.  We watched popcorn drawing lessons and listened to "popcorn" music on YouTube. We enjoyed it all so much we decided we would celebrate National Popcorn Month (October) with more popcorn and new to us recipes. Crunch Crunch Yum Yum