The Best and Worst of Isolation

Because We're Not Going Anywhere

The best:

1. I don't need to check my calendar for anything. 
2. I can serve dinner at 8 or 9 pm because it won't interfere with anyplace we have to be.
3. Instead of our walks outdoors, we are now doing YouTube exercise/fitness videos. It's actually more fun than the fitness classes I'd been taking.
4. I don't feel I need to put on makeup most days. (Think of the savings!)
5. We're saving a ton of money on gas.  
6. I have more time to read. 
7. The telemarketers have been laid off, too. Spam calls are greatly reduced.
8. I am organizing everything - the pantry, my closet and the utility room are pretty well done. 

The worst:

1. I don't need to check my calendar for anything. 
2. I miss visiting with friends.
3. I am in dire need of a manicure/pedicure. 
4. We're spending more on groceries because they are being delivered.
5. I want new pots and plants but I can't get them.
6. The weather is so perfect and we're not out in it much.
7. Companies are not answering their phones. If there's a problem with your bill, you're going to have to write a snail mail letter. 
8. I'm afraid this will go on far longer than we think it will. Even if the curve gets flattened, without a proven treatment or a vaccine, it will still not be safe.

Things that don't make sense:

1. I want to buy new clothes, but I don't actually need them because we're staying home. 
2. Some days I don't do much because I want to have something to do the next day.