La Table De Nana: ~Mid March~2020.

Friday, March 13, 2020

~Mid March~2020.

I have never witnessed anything like this in 66 years~

Covid-19.

I painted this flattering self~ portrait..I say flattering because I am not wearing my 18 winter layers and slippers..and it's from the back..just about 1 day before things started going haywire here.

As of now..our Prime Minister's wife,Sophie Grégoire ~Trudeau has the virus.

All schools are shut for at least 2 weeks.

Events gathering too many people are canceled.

Sporting events canceled.

Store shelves bare of certain necessities.

The stock market is ..you know..

Cities..closed down..countries..

Our parliament is closed until end of April.

The government.. will continue..but by phone..and web..

It's all so much and so frightening for many.

It's easy for us to say relax..but I did wake up several times..really concerned.

My What If middle name is overactive.

I really never sleep well in the best of times..so..

I think of the health of everyone..businesses..

The economic outcome seems grim.

That's not me predicting this.

In the last 10 yrs I have seen that many people are alone.

What of them?

Who can they find comfort with?

In a way the internet and social media will be a blessing for house bound people..

It certainly made the news spread soo fast.

The bad jokes..the shocking photos..

The jokes in poor taste..are the worst.

How people can find humor in all this is really beyond me.

I have often mentioned it's good to develop a HOME hobby..I hope you do.

Now is the time to be grateful for reading..knitting..painting..writing..etc..

I have to see a doctor next week..I told my husband to stay home.

I will go alone.

We are being well informed here in QC..

I tried painting yesterday and it was just awful.I'll re-apply myself later today I think.I have to be inspired...

I am hoping that sometime in 2020..all will be well.

For everyone.

In more ways than one.

♥

52 comments:

SavoringTime in the KitchenMarch 13, 2020 at 12:28 PM
It is very worrisome here also. Even though Wisconsin has only a few cases reported, you just never know. I'm glad we traveled when we did. I don't think I would go now knowing how many cases there are in California. I did read about I think we will be dining out less. Our gardens will be our social outlets :) Yes, thank goodness for hobbies, big and small :)
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LindaMarch 13, 2020 at 12:35 PM
You captured my feelings exactly Monique...worried about my little ones...and my bigger ones...and myself...my husband...my friends...
Hobbies will get us thru this...and baking, of course!💛
We will definitely stay in touch my friend...💚
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LorrieMarch 13, 2020 at 3:26 PM
These are difficult times, certainly. Here on the other end of Canada, on Vancouver Island, we have just one confirmed case. But anxiety levels are high and it's good to do things that calm us. I baked some Madeleines for the first time today, and have been enjoying them with my tea today.
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JennyMarch 13, 2020 at 5:18 PM
I'm glad to live in the countryside with space around me. I'm more concerned for our children & their finances if they quarantined from going to work. But I do have plenty to occupy myself with thankfully.
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ArleneMarch 14, 2020 at 8:14 AM
I feel everything you expressed M. The media is fueling the population into madness. Thank goodness for all my hobbies. I was sad that ukulele club was canceled yesterday because the library closed down for a few weeks but at least I can still entertain myself.
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Ry @ Sotto Il Monte VineyardsMarch 14, 2020 at 9:23 AM
We had a trip planned to Disneyland to celebrate Landon’s birthday. He turned eight yesterday. Instead we threw an impromptu birthday party with his closest friends. Spring break starts today and I imagine they will extend it for a few weeks. Jim and I will be taking the next couple of months off to stay at our house near them and then back to California. All of these decisions had to be made quickly. Life has changed rapidly for everyone! The stock market - I had to stop looking. Everything is keeping me from restful sleep. All he best to you and yours.💖
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Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderMarch 14, 2020 at 10:51 AM
Dearest Monique,
YES, you and I have lived through several of those! Only the media panic is causing this.
60 million Americans were infected with the Swine Flu resulting in 274,304 hospitalizations and 12,469 deaths. No media panic, no trashing of president Barack Obama and no travel ban. You don't even remember it." - Rush Limbaugh: https://obamadoesntcare.tumblr.com/post/612434638346010624/mojave-pete-thank-god-for-30-plus-years-of
That was even at the time we were both world travelers doing our International Consulting for Mushroom plants all over. NO PROBLEMS.
As for mid March, a blessed period. Today is the wedding of our extended family's nephew and tomorrow our very own Foster Daughter Anita has her Church Wedding in Indonesia. We cannot be there, not because of the Corona Virus but because of the strenuous long trip in Pieter's condition with heart problems... But we're there in spirit!
Hugs,
Mariette

PS yesterday read about a young woman infected with the C Virus and she said it was less than having a sore throat... they are not sick and recover really fast! Except those with other chronic illness. Oh and some revel in the role of playing the victim... the media's fault!
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O meu pensamento viajaMarch 14, 2020 at 3:40 PM

Hello, Monique, we are indeed experiencing difficult days. The infection keeps growing, although in Portugal, until now, no one has died. I believe that here we are heading towards a situation of total quarantine in order to prevent the situation in Italy from being repeated. I must admit that I am really very worried.
I wish the best, but it is good to be prepared for the worst.
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SarahMarch 14, 2020 at 11:30 PM
Monique, it is a strange circumstance. I haven't paniced, but I'm being cautious. I had a dr appointment Friday, just my annual. I called on Thursday to see if I should keep it. The scheduler's response was flippant. It made me uneasy that he took my question so lightly. I have been out on a few errands, but am careful to wash my hands, clean things with a Clorox wipe. I do think if all of us will stay home as much as possible and follow suggestions of washing our hands frequently, that we are making a difference. Our springtime Round Top Antique Venues have been canceled. Sad for the dealers who depend on this as a major source of their yearly income. Austin's major spring event, SXSW was canceled. All the economic ramifacations of shutting down events are dire. I keep a positive attitude. I am grateful I can read, stitch, garden, etc. My chef is baking! Take care and stay healthy.
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ParisbreakfastsMarch 15, 2020 at 1:46 AM
Can I please cut and paste this post and put it on Parisbreakfast?
Actually I am not that worried but I probablyshould be.
Love yr watercolor.
Scientists at MedCam or somewhere, the Guardian said CANADA is one of the better prepared and more pro-active countries at this point.
They have set up 18 testing drive-thru stations like Korea cleverly did.
Not one word about tests in Paris that I know of...buck up darling.
Xxxx carolg et 🐻
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Linda @ Life and LindaMarch 15, 2020 at 1:46 PM
Indeed such scary times. Every day, something new presents itself. People are panicking. Stores are being emptied out. We stocked up weeks ago. What's next?
I am glad we live out in the country on 26 acres. I do worry for so many people who cannot get out to shop, etc. Pets are being abandoned...so sad. Business's will suffer. You are so right. I, too have never seen anything like this. Stay safe.
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PollyMarch 15, 2020 at 7:10 PM
Oh dear Monique, I share your comments. We're being asked to self isolate here in the UK. I will continue making lap quilts, reading, watching Netflix and doing jigsaws. Stay safe, I hope we all survive this worrying time x
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Marie RaynerMarch 17, 2020 at 12:18 PM
I agree with everything you have said Monique. We are living in frightening times for sure. Situations like this either bring out the best in people or the worst. Too often we will dwell on the worst, but we need to look for the good because it is there. Looking at the good, bright side it is the perfect time to hunker down into the home arts, playing with our paints and just enjoying the small and simple things that we do each day to make our lives better. I am a person who mostly stayed at home anyways, but Todd always went out each day for a cuppa. He is staying at home now as well. we are afraid, but I am more afraid for my family than for myself. I have lived my life, and its been a good one. I worry for the baby of my son's which is due any day now, and for my developmentally challenged daughter. I worry that she might not protect herself enough. I worry for my grandchildren, and my other children also, for my daughter who is a nurse and on the front line and her family, for my son with the heart problems. Oh, I could go on and on, but I won't. This is a time for prayer and reflection. I am grateful that Canada has closed its schools. Can you believe that schools here are still open? Its terrible. I hate to see the panic in the shops, etc. It is almost as frigtening as the illness. Keeping you and your family in my prayers. Oh how we need the faith, love and support of each other now, like never before. You stay safe. ♥♥♥
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JeanieMarch 17, 2020 at 2:00 PM
I returned from Canada on Sunday. Rick's trade show was canceled and he overnighted in upstate NY and came straight home on Thursday. I stayed in London and was going to stay till Tuesday but things seemed to get worse exponentially and so Suzanne brought me home Sunday. She had to self-isolate when returning home. I feel very stressed, partly because I am so high risk. My normal life are the virus symptoms so unless I get a fever, I won't know. Rick and I are staying more or less apart. Fortunately, he works through home and isn't going out. All my appointments except docs have been canceled. Like you, restaurants, theatres, crowd sites are closed. Grocery is open. I have everything I need -- more books than I can read, more paint than I can cover pages with, more wool than I have fingers to felt. I'm fine with food. But I feel for the truly isolated, not because of self-isolation but simply because they can't get out period. I can go for a walk. Be in the yard. Some can't. But working together we can and will get through this. We must.
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Sketchbook WanderingMarch 19, 2020 at 9:37 AM
A lovely post, M. A lot of us seem to have the gratitude, positive thing going. But easier for me because I love my home life. I too think of people who are more affected than me. I am aware of how life can get shut down because my family of origin experienced the Holocaust in Europe. I wanted to snail mail you a little gift I bought in February, but I will wait. Or maybe I can take some photos of it and send those electronically. I'm about to make an overdue post now. Je pense à toi, Bon courage à nous tous, Rita
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O meu pensamento viajaMarch 19, 2020 at 2:57 PM
You too, dear Monique, take care! Hugs
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Lee TMarch 24, 2020 at 12:10 PM
Thank you for your thoughtful post Monique. Stay well! xoxo
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gloriadelpilar_1994@yahoo.comMarch 26, 2020 at 9:43 PM
Dear Monique first : How are you doing and yours? I know what you mean. All is terrible and Im not an afraid person.But de by day I noticed this is really awful.
Of course I try to be quiet but Im sleeping bad and my arm hurt me. I canto go to the kinesioligist.
I talk a lot with my son he is working at home with internet and tell him I feel this is like a nightmare.
BTW Still Im cooking and baking and read a lot
I pray too. Please take care. Hugs and love to you
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Celestial CharmsMarch 27, 2020 at 2:34 PM
Hi Monique,
With all that is happening in the world and having an abundance of self-isolating time on my side...I'm back to reading my favorite blogs. I'm going to spend time "catching up" on years of your posts, so that should keep me busy and delighted. Wishing you and your family to be safe in these most difficult of times. ((Hugs)) Maureen :)
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handmade by amaliaMarch 29, 2020 at 1:32 AM
I hope that you are keeping well and safe, dear Monique. I am grateful for crafting and blogging - a bit of sanity in a crazy, scary world. A big virtual hug, while these are still allowed.
Amalia
xo
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O meu pensamento viajaMarch 30, 2020 at 2:08 PM
Take care, dear Monique, Stay home. It's so important!
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