Year Four, Day 286: Pandemic Times Day 35, "Stay Home

Year Four, Day 286: Pandemic Times Day 35, "Stay Home - Stay Safe" Day 23: Transitions

Hello Friends:

Increasingly in the news, I am hearing that we have reached the peak of covid-19 cases

Governor Jay Inslee of Washington said we are at the point of discussing transitioning from staying home to reenterinf into society.

Donald Trump is strongly suggesting May 1st. The West coast states may be taking it a little slower and more cautiously. Which us wise.

But forward movement, no matter how slow and cautious, is still progress.

I'll take it!

I am not on a hurry to leave home if it could save lives.

Especially since my stimulus check arrived today! My one major purchase was a new tablet to use the Skype lessons with students.

Such an improvement!

I can sleep a little easier tonight. I hope you will too. I pray that this virus becomes a moment in history very soon.

Praying for all who are suffering and grieving. Praying for compassion, hope and love to prevail.

Be well. Be blessed.

Talk to you tomorrow.

Love,

Zita

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