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The province we live in has declared a state of emergency. We have been directed not to gather in groups larger than 5. It's interesting, and as one member put it to me, in reference to groups not being allowed to hold meetings, "disappointing but necessary". Nancy and I are still alive, no symptoms yet. Hope you are all safe and well as the circumstances permit you to be.
Wolfie aka Bernie
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Not all my days are priceless, but none of them are worthless, anymore.
Meetings have been canceled for over a week here where I live...as a result of a decision made by the Archdiocese, which closed all of the churches.
The great news...is many of the local meetings have gone to zoom meetings. Now people from here are inviting their friends from all over North America and the meetings are wonderful!!!
All the best. Stay safe!
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Bo
Keep coming back...
God, grant me the serenity...to accept the PEOPLE I cannot change...the courage to change the ONE I can...and the wisdom to know it's ME...
In NZ we have been given a stage 4 response; and overall we are at stage 2. People are reluctant to close schools- because there is no home supervision with parents working. Sometime non-essential work will be stopped. Spent time with daughters, and wife's sister yesterday. Can see an end to the crisis in 2, 3, or 4 months. A really good time to keep in touch.
In my state, all schools were closed almost 2 weeks ago for the balance of the school year. Our leaders have encouraged social distancing for that long + a bit. Starting on Tuesday, we will be under a stay home order. It goes for one month. As of today, we do still have meetings happening - most I know are opting out. We also are using Zoom to hold meetings.
We are safe also. I am really grateful that we are retired, the kids are grown and I don't have to be a 'home school teacher'....I have no doubt I'd loose my mind! I hope everyone stays distant, stays safe and continues recovery in any way they can...
(((Hugs)))
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Practice the PAUSE...Pause before judging. Pause before assuming. Pause before accusing. Pause whenever you are about to react harshly and you will avoid doing and saying things you will later regret. ~~~~ Lori Deschene
Experiencing the same austere lock-down here as part of a state of emergency. It's felt stressful as I'm considered higher risk... fortunately, my community is being supportive during this crisis. I live alone and am doing my best to reach out and not isolate. Wishing everyone to stay safe and healthy.