I continue to be a prisoner in my state – or should I simply say, I just continue to be, along with millions of others. We have been for the last 2+ years. Our premier keeps shifting the goal posts, \u2019all with good reason\u2018, of course, and the majority of the state are willing to let him. But some of the rules are simply immoral. Even though our borders will supposedly be open in a couple of weeks, the conditions for entry are still quite stiff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There is a mask mandate, which pretty much keeps me from going anywhere that requires me to be indoors. So the only time I leave the house these days, is to visit someone at home or in a park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But I have decided to look on the bright side. I have so much to be thankful for. Instead of going shopping, I can place an order and it gets delivered. Easy as. I avoid crowds, screaming kids, queues and still get what I need. Plus I am not tempted to buy extras that catch my eye as I walk the aisles so I am saving money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I have beautiful deck where I can sit and work early in the morning before it heats up. My house is air-conditioned so I keep cool during the current heat wave. I can go and watch the sunset at the beach 5 minutes away, no mask required. I am not living in fear like I was 5 years ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I have a friend who comes every Friday morning to write. We have coffee and raisin toast and we write – some days more than others. She brings her teenage son and he works in my garden, for a fee of course, and we\u2019re all happy. Now I can enjoy my back yard even more because it is looking good and it is being weeded regularly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I have started a veggie garden and have been eating spinach, lettuce, capsicum and tomatoes and even beans from the garden. So good. My office window overlooks the front garden and it\u2019s a peaceful view. I open the shutters every day and work with natural light not neon lighting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I have just walled in my carport and result is so good. The builder was able to match the bricks and you would never guess it was not part of the original construction. So I\u2019m getting things done that I have been putting off for ages and it feels good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I have just walled in my carport and result is so good. The builder was able to match the bricks and you would never guess it was not part of the original construction. So I\u2019m getting things done that I have been putting off for ages and it feels good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Do I like that I can no longer see my therapist face to face? No I don\u2019t, but there is FaceTime or zoom if I need it. My life is simpler and less demanding. I have all I need to be well and happy. I am finding new ways to connect and stay in contact. I have discovered some awesome podcasts, and have a decent pile of books to read. I know some are worried I might become isolated again, but I am trying to make sure I don\u2019t. And to be honest, I am less worried. I am comfortable with my own company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
All things considered, I have a really good life. I am safe, have shelter, food and friends. I still have a job, when so many have lost theirs. I am well physically and mentally. We\u00a0 can always find things in our day to be grateful for. When we practice gratitude, our focus shifts and our mood changes. I have learnt how much less negative I am when I am being thankful for the little things and some not so little things.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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