Today the government announce a way out of lockdown with announcement about schools and more social interaction said to be top priorities. I’ve managed to mainly keep a lid on it through homeschooling but today I really felt like my work had taken a bit of a beating. I’ve kept my toe in on the writing front but I want to do so much more. Guess it’s good to check in with feelings of ambition every now and again and the changing seasons – or changes in general – often usher those feelings in.
Saying that, the easing on social restrictions feels like much more of a mental boost than getting the kids back to school. Conducting every relationship over text and Whatsapp is becoming incredibly wearing and the xxx’s and !’s and the laughing emojis are beginning to feel like underwater versions of themselves.
To be able to meet another household outdoors means we can at least see my sister and co, and the boys can see their friends without feeling anxious or stressed. They need this more than they need anything in my humble opinion. To be able to meet six people, in an actual garden – that sounds like a crazy dream! Almost as good as running without thermals and with a t shirt on for the first time this year 😉
Until then, will carry on with plans to make home both a calming place to dwell in and a welcoming place to gather and celebrate. With family. With friends. After school. Or one day possibly even all three!