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Related: Culture Forums, Support ForumsTold the suitcases 🧳 that there will be no vacation this year
Now Im dealing with emotional baggage 🧳......................
Sedona
(3,769 posts)Just returned it to a high shelf in the garage yesterday.
Haven't seen my three kids in over a year.
Thank goodness for video calls.
Fact is, I couldn't hug them if we were together 😔 🤧 😢
TEB
(12,841 posts)Sherman A1
(38,958 posts)We have gone to Patioville several times, but with it getting colder out the season is coming to an end.
True Blue American
(17,984 posts)With cover. Ready to bring the cushions in.
I am missing the big family Holiday get togethers my Son and DIL always had.
Sherman A1
(38,958 posts)Do some other winter preparations for the outside. It looks like we might see a rain/snow mix this coming week.
True Blue American
(17,984 posts)With family.maybe 5 visits from my Son to see for himself I am fine. Virtual College for the Grandson.
I have several close groceries, order other things online. I am not a fan of online grocery shopping but would if I need to. Doctor and hospital close. Small city where you feel the Council, First Responders take good care of you.
I do think the pandemic, tornadoes, a mass shooting has brought the Community closer.
I also think the people are fed up with the hate and division. Article after article shows the young people are.
True Blue American
(17,984 posts)They just visited Porchmouth I Know they are from my home town of Portsmouth. On the Ohio River!
jaxexpat
(6,820 posts)It's caused a commercial jet shortage.
Place little drummer thingy "here"
mnhtnbb
(31,384 posts)for a week.
Of course rain is predicted three days. It's 2020, right?
True Blue American
(17,984 posts)I insist sun and warmth for you!
78 here yesterday. Big rain storm last night, colder and rainy weekend.
mnhtnbb
(31,384 posts)Temps usually in the mid to upper 70's. Monarch butterflies are migrating through the area. No crowds.
I had hoped to go this week, but waited too long to book a place because I was concerned about a late season hurricane given the busy hurricane season this year. By the time I was confident there wouldn't be a storm coming up the Atlantic, all the houses I was eyeing had been booked for this week. So, I had to come this week, instead.
Ah, well. Even a rainy day at the beach is better than being cooped up in my apartment, which is where I've been all summer.
Who knows? Maybe the rain will magically disappear. Just go away! Where have we heard that?
True Blue American
(17,984 posts)Head for Hilton Head. Some there now. While the rest of the families wear masks and practice distancing.
mnhtnbb
(31,384 posts)but decided yesterday that wouldn't be prudent. Our numbers are going up here in NC, too, after never really getting as low as I'd like to see them.
I haven't been to the hair or nail salon since February. I cancelled dental cleaning appointments. Do not go to the gym in my building or out to eat. In fact, I've only had take out once since February. I go to the grocery store about every 2-3 weeks. Everyone wears a mask. I have had meetings about the house I'm building, but everyone wearing masks.
Living alone I really miss opportunities to socialize. My goal was to live long enough to vote! Yay, I made it! Now my goal is to live long enough to move in to my new house before the end of the year, I hope. So I guess I can get by alone at the beach. At least it will be out of my apartment!
True Blue American
(17,984 posts)Something to really look forward t!
But enjoy your beach stay.
My Beautician only has one part timer so it has been safe to go for a hair cut once a month after she reopened. The Y pool reopened. So many signed up for classes they had to put a limit. We still distance but that water exercise really helps.
I envy you on the beach so enjoy it for me, too!
IronLionZion
(45,433 posts)Weed might be cheaper
GoneOffShore
(17,339 posts)You need to drive a baguette through its heart.
Sounds easy but the process is.....
'pain' staking....
Sherman A1
(38,958 posts)mnhtnbb
(31,384 posts)Wawannabe
(5,656 posts)Quick trip to the shore for clamming.
Roller suitcase made for easy packing into the casino hotel. Have to park a ways away.
I lol'd about you breaking it to the luggage.
I know you were jk but still funny!