Life in a Lockdown #2
Hello, so it’s Tuesday and at the moment that means it’s Life in a Lockdown day!
If you missed last week, every week I am teaming up with Bex from Futures and we are sharing how we have got in the past 7 days.
It’s a bit of a way to look back on everything in years to come and try and pick out some good things which have happened.
We would absolutely love it if you joined us!
Each week we are answering 8 questions which are:
1) How are you feeling/coping?
2) What are you doing to keep yourself occupied?
3) How are you dealing with everything at the moment – are you self-isolated, going out for essentials etc? Has this changed?
4) What advice do you have for others?
5) What have you bought this week that others might like? Especially if from a small business.
6) How has your routine been this week? (Question by Don’t Cramp My Style)
7) Have you planned anything for once lockdown is over in the past 7 days?? (Don’t Cramp My Style)
8) Anything else?
So how have I been doing these past 7 days?
1) How are you feeling/coping?
Erm, it’s been a weird week – I had a telephone called with my physiatrist and I now have a million and one questions I wish I had asked running through my head.
The upside is I think I’m going to get some more support so I’m trying to focus on the positive things.
I’m not dealing with being at home all the time. I mean I’m normally home most of the time, but the feeling of it being forced is playing with my brain a little.
I went out the front on Thursday at 8 to the clap for keyworkers, it was so odd to see so many people. Everyone was shouting hello across the street and you could hear pots and pans being banged from further away.
2) Whatever are you doing to keep yourself occupied?
It’s pretty much the same as last week. Playing animal crossing and watching YouTube. It was quite funny last night as I had control of the TV and put some GreyStillPlays on – Ash told me I watch such rubbish and then outright laughed at it.
I’ve started trying to do some colouring my parents dropped around before things got bad and while I can’t hold a pencil for long it is quite calming while I do manage to do a bit.
3) How are you dealing with everything at the moment – are you self-isolated, going out for essentials etc? Has this changed?
The same as last week; self-isolating.
We did talk about going out to the shop at one point very quickly yesterday but neither of us wants to risk it. So we are still indoors.
I just looked back on a Whatsapp chat I had with an artist from a local store, we picked up some work from her on Tuesday 17th March, so that would have been the last day we went out.
Making it exactly 4 weeks today, since we really saw another human.
Of course, I have seen my parents since then but from 6 feet away which is quite a surreal experience.
4) What advice do you have for others?
I don’t know at the moment to behonest, other than keep talking, use facetime, use zoom, use whatever you can to connect with those you love.
5) What have you bought this week that others might like? Especially if from a small business.
This weeks buy comes from Violet Moth Shop who you can find on Etsy (affiliate link) and Facebook. They have bought out a few things with this design and I have some of the badges coming as well, so you will likely spot them on another post.
I will admit I have a quite macabre sense of humour, so I get that this won’t be for everyone.
The stickers are £1.25 and the badges £2.00.
6) How has your routine been this week?
I’m still absolutely exhausted, but I am trying to get back into more of a routine about when I get up at least.
I know one part is pure fatigue but another part is depression not letting me get out of bed and that part I do need to fight against.
7) Have you planned anything for once lockdown is over this week?
Nothing more than before, going to see family and friends.
A neighbour has talked about having a bit of a get together within the bungalows which sounds lovely as well, would be nice to see those around us we have been so close to but yet haven’t seen.
8) Anything else.
Again really it’s just to say while we are alone in our homes, we aren’t in the alone, we are all in this together so do reach out if you need someone to speak to.
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we are making the most of the sunshine and staying in the garden
That is one of the plus sides the weather has made being in the garden lovely.
I think that will be an issue – I think it will feel just as strange going out as it does staying in.
I bought my granddaughter a sleep suit from Sparks and Daughter’s on Etsy, it had a rabbit on the back and I had it sent straight to their home as we can’t see them until lockdown is over.
Aww that sounds so pretty I’ll have to check them out.
My family and I are actually doing great and are spending quality time together past few days. I try not to go out as much as possible.
Aww that is awesome I am so glad you re managing well with it.
It’s a little hard at times isn’t it? But I am taking this opportunity to catch up on my favourite TV shows and get some gardening done, since we have the weather for it at the moment.
Ohh what shows are you catching up on I’m all for some new ideas.
Having the questions are definitely helpful. Just by reading it has given a sense of inspiration to try for this coming week.
Stay Safe.
Aww thank you and stay safe as well <3
Like this idea a lot! We’ve just been staying at home but going for long walks at the weekend for exercise ( of course stickig to the social distancing rules of 2m)
I’m glad your managing to get out – I think a lot of people are enjoying a good walk.
Being physically disabled, I have been trying not to leave the house. Unfortunately one of my cats got injured at the weekend. She liked to follow my husband/children when they walked the dogs and would often wander up the road to a paddock/footpath.
My daughter saw her when walking the dogs on Saturday and quickly realised there was a problem. Despite loads of calling, coaxing and searching we couldn’t find her. Went back Sunday morning and, after a couple of hours, someone we had spoken to at a distance spotted her and ran to tell us – she was literally no more than 100m from where we were searching so saw her running towards us. She then hid in a bush and we could not get her out. Eventually, someone gardening, patted on the the top of the hedge, gradually coming closer towards us. We were waiting at a gap she kept approaching and, as soon as she came out, I grabbed her (fortunately there was a wall for me to sit on).
For the first time, we had to contact the emergency vet service as, up until now our vet practice has operated an emergency system. I have been using the same vet for the past 30 years since I left home and so that immediately made me anxious.
The cat’s tail had been totally stripped raw – no fur and no skin. Due to coronavirus, when we got to the vet, we had to phone the vet to confirm our arrival and then wait for a vet to come out to collect the cat.
Whilst waiting, there was a young family in a car behind us. Because windows were open, we could hear them speak to the vet, ask about costs and then I heard the tears. Unfortunately, they had a 4 year old jack russell who had slipped a disc and they couldn’t afford an operation, so had no choice but to have him pts. I freaked out at this point as I thought they wouldn’t let anyone be with the dog and that horrified me. Fortunately, one person was allowed in. However, until they had the funds, nothing could be done. The man spoke to his dad and got him to transfer money into his account but it did take a little while – my daughter and I felt awful for them (I do have pet insurance for this very reason – couldn’t afford an expensive bill but would hate to have to put an animal to sleep if something could be done). We had some cash in our purse, so gave it to them – it wouldn’t cover the bill by any means but they obviously were in a state and money was a big issue.
Then it was time to collect my cat for a consultation. The vet took her and about 15 minutes later, my phone rang. I was fully expecting them to tell me her tail would have to be amputated, but then they told me my cat was in so much pain, there was too much damage that it would affect her ability to pee and poop and they would have to put her to sleep.
To say I was distraught is an understatement. I may have 8 cats, but spending so much time alone in the house (normally), I know all their individual foibles and love them all dearly and they all show me a great deal of love. I asked if there were other options, or if the cat could be sedated and given pain relief until I could see my vet,but that wasn’t an option, so I had to agree to let them put her to sleep. I was in such a state and couldn’t stop crying – I was with her at the end and, although we always have our cats cremated, I wouldn’t leave her with them but brought her home. On Tuesday, I took her to my usual vet for cremation.
Having been terrified about going out due to coronavirus, when my cat was in need, I didn’t give it a second thought. However, I will now be self-isolating again, whilst mourning my cat.
Oh my gosh I am so so sorry 🙁 what a traumatic event for you. I wish I had some words of comfort I really do, but I still find it so hard without Sal and it is coming up to a year in the coming days. Some days are easier though I think.
I think its especially important during this situation to write down our inner thoughts because sometimes our thoughts and feelings can make us feel even more isolated! It always helps to talk to people and to engage with friends and family to stay connected 🙂
Definitely I know I try and box everything up until I burst at times.
When I have a moan I quickly realise that there are so many people worse off than me. I have a garden, the weather has been good, I live in a quiet area so I don’t meet many people on my daily walk. My great grandson is 3 and can’t understand whey he can’t meet his friends or go to nursery and he gets upset when we FaceTime him . Stay safe and take care.
Aww bless, I keep trying to remind myself the same, it does help in a way doesn’t it?
I always enjoy your candid posts. Thank you.
Sitting on the patio in the sunshine lifts my spirits but trying to organise deliveries sends them crashing again. With computerised stock levels and ordering, why are so many companies selling us items they don’t actually have?
It’s so hard isn’t it? I’m really struggling getting food delivered – we have to rely on takeout sometimes as it’s just all we can get.
My anxiety has been manifesting in different ways. Just when I think I have it under control I realize I don’t. I have enjoyed connecting with friends virtually. That’s been so helpful.
That’s so good – I am glad you are connecting still virtually. It is weird the things anxiety are doing.
I have loved reading this blog and all the comments, seeing how others are coping. I have lots of projects that are keeping me busy. Hope everyone stays safe.
Ohh what some of things are you working on I’d love to know!
I really like that badge 🙂 I’ve mentioned a badge on a similar theme on my post too. I’m so sorry to hear how fatigued you are at the moment – I hope that eases soon. Mind has been terrible last few weeks as my OA is v painful. take care love bec (becinmonton)
Thank you so much <3 ohh I'll have to head over and check out your badge!
We are all doing really well. I’m surprised how well we are all handling this honestly. The kids have been home for at least a month now, and we are surprisingly doing good keeping busy and doing homework.
That is awesome – it is so good to hear people are managing to cope with it all.
I am ok. I have a lot of things to do even we are in a lockdown. I hope that everything will be over soon!
I am hoping the same, I think partly the hardest thing is not knowing.
I am finding the same as you, with being home all the time because it is forced and not through choice. I have always been grateful to the blogging community but now more than ever it is such a lifeline #lifeinalockdown
It is hard isn’t it 🙁 I don’t know why it being forced is harder? I am with you with the blogging community they are keeping me going.
If I didn’t do community shopping twice a week, I would go crazy staying indoors
That is so lovely of you to be doing shopping to help others.
Great article it’s not been easy although I don’t really go out much anyway due to depression but it’s not being able to that makes it harder
Yes, I think the not being able to makes it hard, no matter if you would normally go out or not.
Though what is happening in our surroundings right now is really frightening, we can use this chance to spend more time with our family. Staying at home will definitely be safer for all of us.
I’m glad it’s allowing you to spend more time with your family. As it’s just me and my other half here – we are seeing a lot less of ours.
Because I am now working in a supermarket, I seem to be getting everyones shopping list. I had a wobble on my first day off in 19 days though, I like to keep busy
Oh no! I have to admit getting an online order is just so hard right now. I’m sorry you had a wobble 🙁
I want to join this. There are so many things I need to “unload” from my mind. This lock down has been really stressful but we are all trying our best to stay healthy and stay indoors as much as possible.
I would love it if you joined in! I’m so sorry you are finding things hard – I’m hoping it will help us all feel a little less alone.
Keep talking is the main thing you can do to help yourself and others. I am trying to speak to my family on a daily basis and check in with them.
Definitely I think we need to talk be it via phone, messenger or facetime we need to keep in contact.
For keeping myself occupied I usually end up watching tv or playing games. This routine has started to feel normal too
I think once we are all allowed out again it will be very odd.
I’m doing okay. Some days are better than others. It can be rather stressful with kids and trying to get them to complete their schoolwork.
I can’t imagine how it is dealing with kids during all of this as well.
We aren’t in this alone at all – we are all together and it’s great to see so much community spirit when we are on a daily walk. So many pictures in windows and the lovely hamper of books we happened across, that we stocked up today. Odd to say I feel like I’m almost getting used to this way of life at the moment – still don’t know what day it is, so I’m glad you remembered and reminded me! 😉 Hope you are ok chick, keep smiling! Sim x
Thank you – your comment definitely made me smile. It is amazing the amount of community spirit that is coming across at the moment!
It’s interesting to see how everyone is coping. Meanwhile, I’m still working on getting as many blog posts as I can written and scheduled so I can take it easy for the rest of the year
Now that sounds like a plan and a half good luck!
I typically try to only go out for my planned shopping trips. I typically have a list that I go by.
That’s awesome – glad you are able to get through it all.
Such a strange time, I am going stir crazy with an almost one year old, do enjoy reading isolation vlogs and blogs though!
I can’t imagine what it is like at home with such a youngest I hope it is all going OK for you.
I’m feeling pretty good. I have worked from home for 6 years and while it wasn’t THIS isolated it’s not vastly different. I am enjoying having my husband home with me. That’s been fun!
It’s awesome that you are finding it works for you – I do think working from home has helped. I just have this inner rebel that wants to go and do everything I’m told not to.
It is such a weird and interesting time right now. My husband has been doing the shopping once a week. He still has to go into work so we figure since he is already “exposed” he should be the one to shop.
Definitely, if he’s out there already it makes sense.
It was lovely to see all those who linked up with us last week, I hope to see more this week. Sending you love xx
Definitely it’s interesting to read how everyone is coping and getting on.
It really seems so strange doesn’t it – I think that as the lockdown goes on something will get easier and some more difficult. I love that badge!!
I hope it does, I think once things open again it will be a really strange world.
Here in Spain we clap for sanitary system every evening. It’s nice to see the entire neighborhood coming out on their balconies and clap for a couple of minutes. The children are singing and the people are waving at each other. It’s the nicest moment of the day.
That is awesome! We clap on a Thursday at 8 for all the keyworkers.
Like the idea of these stickers, going into the local supermarkets, some people are forgetting to distance themselves
It is bad isn’t it 🙁 you would have thought people would have got the idea by now.
I think this is such a wonderful idea. It is such an odd time but I do think it is important to document how we feel and how those feelings change over time.
This is history in the making after all.
I hope the next week is kind to you x x
Thank you so much – I think it will be really interesting to look back on in years to come.
I’ve been shopping at the smaller shops when I need a few bits. They are so much quieter. Nothing from small businesses online as I don’t buy much often as I’m trying to save money at the moment with everything going on. Hoping to earn enough to keep us all going for now.
It is nice to be able to sort local isn’t it? I keep trying to buy things from small local people.
My advice to everyone would be to stay home. That being said, I recommend keeping a shopping list and only go out weekly (or less frequently) for essentials. I am generally on the go with family and work in and out of the home so my routine has definitely been relaxed a bit. When this finally ends I am looking forward to seeing my parents and my manicurist.
It’s nice to be able to have something to look forward to isn’t it? I think that in part goes to help us keep going.