* I am being proactive in my daughter's learning and I'm watching her blossom with one-on-one instruction! I'm able to see where she struggles, to pinpoint the areas that need special attention, and give her the guidance she requires. It's been a struggle but it is so rewarding.
* Papa Bear and I have been spending a lot of time together which means experimentation, snuggles, and play.
* My son and I had two good heart-to-heart conversations this week.
* I've developed a good friendship with one of husband's friends. He's quite submissive, so there's no risk of attraction there, which is nice. We play magic together in person and online. Had it not been for the quarantine, he and I would probably never have talked. He's a good person and friend.
* I was able to get two weeks of groceries for far less than I was expecting thanks to coupons and strategic selection.
* I was able to get everything I needed at the grocery store (except flushable wet wipes) because I went extra early. (Small victory, but I'll take it.)
* I'm not using errands as an excuse to avoid housework, so my house is cleaner than it's been in ages.
* Papa Bear's father came to visit before everything went crazy, and then his city shut down all flights going in or out, so he's here for another three weeks, which has helped me divert some of the kid's incessant energy from myself to him.
* I have basically perfected making whipped coffee over ice and it's AMAZING. (Prepare a cup with ice. Fill cup 3/4 with milk and add a splash of favorite flavored coffee creamer. In a small bowl put 1TBS instant coffee and 2TBS hot water then mix/froth until desired consistency is reached. Pour over ice.)
* I've been struggling with the overstimulation of large groups lately which has prevented me from being engaged with my church. However, now that everything is being done online, I'm able to participate again.
* I'm a control freak, germaphobe, so having my kids with me and all of us avoiding contact with other people is making me feel so at peace.
I'm sure I can think of loads more. Maybe I'll do another tomorrow. But right now Papa Bear wants to go watch Tiger King together, so I'm going to spend some time with him.
This blog has seriously lifted my spirits!!!
TTFN!
-Jo
