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Checking In + Rain Rain Go Away Giveaway Hop

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I thought I would check in a little bit with y’all after such a long weekend. I took a few days off to celebrate the Easter holiday with my family. Now, though I am back at work and things are going pretty well. We are of course keeping up the social distancing and I have work to keep me busy. I thought I would share a few updates on things going on around plus share an amazing giveaway hop brought to you by The Mommy Island and The Kids Did It.

I will tell you we have gotten a lot done on the back porch. I know I showed y’all where we redid it and I’m awaiting one more thing I ordered to come in and then I will show the updated look. It is awesome. Oh wait, two more things! We have added a few things, and replaced a couple of other ones to help make it even more enjoyable. I’m so excited for you to see it.

We spent Easter as a family (as much as we could) with plenty of FaceTime chats. Although, I went to FaceTime my brother yesterday and answered then hung up. He texted me saying he did not even want to look at my pie eating face. He loves pecan pie and we always have one. However his wife doesn’t so he doesn’t always get one. I honestly wasn’t planning on eating it in front of him, though I did send pictures later. I mean girl gotta get laughs where she can these days.

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  2. Our family is sheltering in a campsite in Jasper, TX. One of the unexpected joys of homeschooling: our routine hasn’t changed through all this craziness. ♡ Love and safety to you and yours.

  5. Right now we are hunkered down waiting for this virus to leave. So far we have not gotten it although we live in NYS.

  6. Right now I’m very worried about the inevitably getting the virus after the economy is reopened. I have asthma and I’m very fearful of hospitalization.

  7. I’m doing okay, but starting to climb the walls a bit. M;y family and I are dealing with staying home, knowing how important this is to us and others, but we are starting to get antsy.

  8. I’m trying to hang in there. The coronavirus is making things harder than they should be right now. My husband is in the hospital and because of the restrictions I can’t visit him.

  13. Other than going a little stir crazy, my husband and I are very lucky that we are okay and our family is okay

  14. Ya know, it’s rough.. My husband and I have to still work, I am considered essential, his work just isn’t shutting down until they absolutely have to, because they are a wood flooring company and they WILL shut down eventually due to nobody buying products right now so they’ll end up having an overflow of products.

  16. We are ok. Of course we have our good days and bad but we are keeping our faith. Hope you stay well, take care.

  19. I am honestly doing just okay. It has been hard (for everyone) to be isolated right now. Sending my love to everyone. Stay strong and safe, and reach out!

  20. All’s well at my house. This is basically a normal time for me. I don’t go out much, and always have a stocked pantry. Maybe the earth can take a deep breath and repair some.

  22. Staying strong and have a positive attitude! Learned to appreciate things alot more

  23. I am doing well. Just trying to stay busy by reading, watching movies, and solving puzzles etc.

  24. I’m doing ok. Life is certainly different right now. I have been doing a lot of baking…lol

  25. I am doing fine. I am used to this. I don’t go anywhere anyways so this has been really easy on me.
    Stay safe everyone

  26. I’ve been running errands for our elderly parents and their friends. It’s starting to drain me though. I take every precaution but I still worry about a slight headache, body aches & cough. Although I know it’s allergies mostly I still worry.

  27. I’m doing okay. Just staying home and staying safe. I’ve been keeping busy with art projects and some spring cleaning.

  29. I think I’m handling social distancing pretty well. I have been watching TV, reading books and going for walks.

  31. I’m doing really well today. I created some new recipes and time in the kitchen is something I LOVE!

  32. Doing good except for the 18 inches of snow we got the other day. Being shutin now helps with dealing with it since we don’t have go out in it.

  34. Just doing a bit of deep spring cleaning every day. The charity stuff just goes in a big pile, though, as there’s nowhere open to take it.

  35. Your pie eating face is so funny!! Thanks for sharing that.
    I am doing ok. I am living with my Mama, age 77 but doesn’t look it. My youngest daughter is a senior at Ole Miss and since they closed the campus and all work is online so she came home during this uncertain time. It has been so good having her here. It has been a long time since I’ve gotten to spend this many consecutive days with her. We are all limiting our going to the store unless it’s a must. I miss getting to see my oldest daughter and her husband and sweet sweet little precious boy. I can’t wait to get to see him whenever they is.

  36. I am pretty stressed but hanging in there. Lot’s of reading, crafting, cooking and Netflix to help keep my sanity or what I have left of it.

  38. I’m just trying to take it one day at a time. I try to relieve fear and stress by watching movies.

  39. I’m at home trying to enjoy the moment by studying, eating well and enjoying the family. These are confusing times, but confusing is not giving value to the time you have.

  40. I’m doing well. I’m disappointed I’ve had important events cancelled and I’m due in August and worried about what it’s going to be like if the virus is still around then which it most likely will be. But I’m taking it one day at a time and just happy that I’m alive and healthy.

  41. I’m staying at home to make sure my 80-year-old Mom doesn’t get this darn virus! Thank you for letting me know that I’m not alone…sometimes it does feel like that. God bless you all and please stay safe! You’re not alone either!

  42. I am doing pretty well nows.
    Ups and downs are more common now.
    Self soothing things and distractions are helping me a lot to manage this stressful time.

  44. I’ve been in a nursing home doing physical therapy after a serious illness. I’m very close to being ready to go home so I definitely don’t want to get sick. This place is in lockdown. No visitors are allowed, we can’t leave our rooms. Physical therapy has to take place in my room. But, we have no COVID-19 so far, in here.

  46. our spirits are ok, but i am pretty worried about money. we have 6 kids and wont get our tax refund or stimulus becausew of debt. my husband likely has no job to go back to.

  47. I’m happy to know that I’m not alone. I really miss normalcy and my independence. But I’m doing better than a lot of people in the world who are suffering.

  48. Some days are good and I get a lot done around the house but some days I don’t really feel like doing anything and it gets tough. I did get out today for some shopping, it’s been weeks since I have really stocked up.

  51. Doing alright, not sleeping well, but otherwise okay. I’m reading a lot which is nice.

  53. We are doing ok here. I am really not used to having everyone here and can’t get anything done but keep reminding myself that there will be time later and I should just go with the flow right now.

  54. I’m doing ok. I’m staying home, but my husband and three adult sons have jobs considered essential. So I worry about them. Especially my oldest son who is on a mandatory quarantine after 3 of his team members tested positive. So far he has no symptoms thankfully with 6 days to go.

  57. I wish I could say I am handling the situation well but to be honest I am very stressed. I am filing for unemployment next week. I am also pretty depressed and lonely but trying to keep a positive attitude.

  58. honestly stressed and alone, /my daughter is battling brain cancer and because of covid we have very little support

  59. Staying home, getting caught up on laundry and other household chores. Also been trying new recipes to pass the time.

  62. I’m doing okay..working from home and just trying not to be stressed out about whats going on in the world right now.

  63. We are doing fine. It’s pretty much the same here. We have already been homeschooling for 11 years now, and we go out shopping and pick up food sometimes.

  64. We are doing ok. I am in New Zealand & we are in lockdown at the moment and only leave the house for groceries.

  65. I’m good, I mean it’s boring and I’m looking for things to do, but you know what? who am I to complain. I don’t have it worst but good luck to those who do

  66. I am sheltering in place and only going out to get groceries. It is really tough not seeing friends and family especially during the holidays.
    On a positive note…..I got a puppy! What a time to get a puppy during an pandemic! The shelters and rescues were begging people to adopt or foster pets. She keeps us busy and makes us laugh, it sure makes the time go by quickly.

  68. I am doing OK. Trying to keep busy and getting things done around the house and starting a garden. The kids continue school online, same as always for my daughter but new for my son.

  69. I just woke up and it is clear again — this is not a dream.
    I am not working because I am a massage practitioner.
    I like being alone most times… I am worried more for my adult boys…. 2 of them crave being social.
    Yup – a true mom.

  71. We’re fairing well just worried about paying bills. Unsure if I’m eligible for the stimilus and my boyfriend hasn’t heard if he’s getting one or not.

  72. I am doing ok, and am just grateful that my family is healthy and able to make ends meet during all of this uncertainty.

  73. I am doing good today just getting hungry for breakfast. I went to the pharmacy yesterday, haven’t been out in weeks, and saw tons of people at the store without masks on all buying flowers made me so mad.

  74. I’m doing ok. I’m keeping myself busy by Spring cleaning, reading, watching movies and TV shows, baking goodies, and playing board games.

  75. I’m doing good as long as I don’t watch the news. Then I get freaked out. We will all get through this.

  77. I am doing pretty good. Ready for things to go back to normal for sure. Thank you

  79. We are struggling. We are both healthcare providers and are burning out quickly.

  80. Doing good here. Happy to be spending some more time with tow of my kids and my husband. However, I haven’t seen my auntie, uncle, cousin and oldest daughter for over a month now and that has been hard.

  81. HATING that everything is closed. So annoying when you have projects you’d like to complete and needs to be hands on to find just the right bits.

  82. I am remaining hopeful for our future and thankful that my stimulus check came through!

  83. We are retired, so not that much is different for us. Obviously, we are not going anywhere.

  84. I’m doing okay. I have been trying to read as much as possible and do crafts as well, but my headaches have taken over so that’s left me with less motivation.

  85. I am doing okay. Thankfully, I have my husband and children and cats with me. I don’t know how people are managing that have are by themselves.

  86. I am doing ok just keeping busy. Right now I am organizing things around the house

  87. I find myself very concerned over the unknowns we are all facing. But I am doing a lot of reading, watching the occasional movie, and keeping up with friends and family vie phone and the internet. We will overcome!

  90. We are doing well at home. Making the best of our time. I been having fun playing games and baking cookies too lol. Just staying positive Keep safe everyone!

  93. We are doing good at our house. We have stayed super busy with homeschooling, working from home, starting a garden, and so much more!

  95. I had a good day, it got up to 60 so I got outside in my backyard and worked on getting my flower beds cleaned up. I love to be outside.

  96. I’m doing OK, hanging in there like everyone else. I’m lucky as my hubby is still working. My adult, college student is home. My mom has been living with us since last September. it is good to be around family but some days I need a vacation!

  97. I’m doing fine I have been hibernating at home keep busy with watching movies, spring cleaning and getting done a few projects I have been putting off.

  98. We are staying in except for grocery store and doctor and pharmacy appointments.

  100. Considering all that is happening, I think I’m doing fine. I feel a bit stressed and bored sometimes but a good book and a videogame help a lot!

  101. Doing ok so far. This really sucks. I feel so bad for my two teen boys. My youngest will miss his gr 8 grad.

  104. I’m doing ok. It has been a month since I was laid off and unemployment has only just been approved. Thankfully, he is able to work from home

  107. Just watching the kids play video games after they finished up their online school stuff for today.

  108. I’m doing okay! Focusing on staying healthy and baking more than anything else 🙂

  111. I’m doing good, I’m kind of a homebody anyhow so this isn’t that much of a change, spending time reading, watch movies, cleaning and taking walks.

  112. I’ve always been somewhat of a loner so the enforced isolation is not too bad. I’m reading a lot more and watching a lot of TV on Netflix, Hulu and Amazon Prime.

  113. I realized with all of us here for over a month together, we need abigger house, haha

  114. What’s most worrying for me right now is my elderly dog, who gave me a bit of a scare and had to go to the vet yesterday. Thanks heavens they are still open, albeit with restrictions.

  115. We are staying home and trying to learn a new balance. Trying to limit our trips to the grocery store or pharmacy. This is a new way to learn how to stretch my budget.

  117. I’m doing Okay I suppose. There isn’t really much to say. My anxiety has been getting a little bit better as I can tell from previous week.

  118. I’m doing ok today. But it’s an up and down thing – it changes day to day! My husband works in healthcare, so I have to deal with his exposure risk and try to be supportive for his mental state based on what he’s seeing…

  119. Doing okay; some days are better than others but I’m hanging in there. Reading, gardening and watching movies has helped. As much as I like being home I miss being out and about.

  120. Just staying inside and when things get challenging (which is a lot) knowing that things could be so much m,ore worse.

  122. I’m doing ok. The first half (March) of this isolation I spent recovering from a surgery, so it was pretty easy for me. I was just getting myself back up on my feet. Now it’s been 2 months since I’ve left the house. I will admit that I’m going a little stir crazy.. I recently got a Cricut Explore Air 2 and a Cricut Joy so I’ve been getting to know the machines and trying various projects to keep myself entertained.

  123. My husband has health problems and his lungs are bad. I have to go out to buy food and medicine, at times, and I hate it. But we stay home, most of the time, and do things around the house. We get along and have been together for close to 40 years. I think we are doing Ok and pray this cronavirus ends soon. I find it depressing watching the news and hearing about the deaths around the world. So some days we may not watch the news. We miss our family and friends, they know how dangerous it is for us right now. So stay safe and wash your hands.

  124. Today marks 5 weeks since I’ve been swimming or gone to the library or to the grocery store. Thankful for ebooks and grocery delivery.
    Thanks for the contest.

  125. Today is anxiety/depression filled. Tomorrow might be, too.
    The reason I shared this is that it’s very important for people to know that it’s okay to not be okay.

  126. We have it better than many but not as great as others is about all I can describe it. We finally were ready to move into a new home.. we bought a bank owned that needs many renovations but gets us out of a horrible place. No plumber, no electrician working now… and the courthouses closed. One step forward 2 back. No money and it is a mess. Then add in health problems.

  127. I’m not doing very well. I’m quarantined. I miss my loved ones! I’m stressed about money. And I’m worried for my mom, who is high risk. But I take it one day at a time. I will get through this.

  128. I am doing good have pups to train plus my cousin is staying with me so have someone to get the groceries for me.

  129. All things considered, we are doing okay. We are fortunate that we are both working and have the majority of the things we need (we can get by with the things we can’t find for now).

  131. I’ve been having a hard time. There were four confirmed cases at my husband’s shop. They tested the entire shop last Thursday and he called in Friday to await the results. His employer hasn’t told anyone, we heard the news from other employees. They were all given a week off but go back to work on Monday. I’m chronically ill so I’m terrified.

  132. I have been on relying on TV, IPad, Prayers and Snacks (TIPS) Thanks for the opportunity!💕💋

  134. I’m doing okay! It’s hard when there’s so much uncertainty, but I’m trying to keep in touch with friends and family as best I can.

  135. I’m hanging in there-I’m working from home, cleaning, exercising more, and reading more.

  137. Its hard at the moment! homeschooling the kids is hard for me. Trying to find the brightside everyday!

  138. After weeks of boredom I’m suddenly overwhelmed with things to do. I have GOT to learn moderations.

  139. I’m doing well. My husband and I are still working so that’s good. My girls are doing school online and are actually enjoying it. I just miss being able to go out and about. I just feel really bad for those that are sick and pray that this is over soon.

  140. The last few days have been a roller coaster ride. My sister-in-law reported my 54 year old brother missing on Thursday night. He had been last seen since Thursday morning. His truck was found on my mother’s wooded property that evening, but no brother Ernie. A large group of law enforcement, fire departments, friends, neighbors showed up and they started searching. They even had drones with FLIR (detects body heat). Unfortunately it started snowing. They searched until about 2:30 that night.

    They started early the next day. They discovered trail cam footage of him walking but from the day before at about 4:30 p.m. They were searching on the wrong side of the river! He had managed to cross the river. So they moved their command center to the other side of the river. They searched until about nightfall but still no Ernie. By this time I was really down emotionally. I wasn’t sure he could spend two nights out there.

    About an hour later, my nephew got a phone call from one of the deputies. Someone had found Ernie walking out of the timber onto plowed ground! I shed tears of joy!

  141. Hanging in there! Mainly worried about going back to work when we re-open. I’m high risk and scared to go back before we have a vaccine or good treatments.

  142. Playing a lot of board games, puzzles and card games. Also catching up on a lot of TV. Thanks for this one.

  144. It is Day 38 of lockdown for us! Some days are easier than others but we are all healthy! Staying busy with homeschooling the little one, baking, reading & doing some puzzles! 🙂

  151. I’m doing okay so far during all of this. Staying home and only going out to get groceries. Our groceries, cleaning supplies, and paper products are almost used up, so we’ll have to venture out to get some things. We’re still having trouble getting disinfecting wipes, toilet paper, and paper towels. We’ll wear a mask when we do go to the store. Hope things get better for everyone soon.

  152. I’m doing fine. I’m watching a lot of anime, movies & tv shows. I’ll occasionally check the news, but via the internet; tv and radio channels have become annoying since you have to listen to the same public service announcements during every commercial break.

  153. We are hanging in. A little sad though as today is my birthday and we can’t do anything.

  155. I am doing good. I’m glad that I was able to go back to work part time. I’m happy that I’m with my family.

  157. I’m doing alright but I miss being around other people. I’m anxious for the weather to warm up so I can at least spend time outside.

  158. I’m working from home part time, so that’s good. It’s definitely an anxiety inducing time though and I’m trying to just go day by day for the most part.

  159. Gaining too much weight- the kitchen pantry beckons when one is bored and shut in for a quarantine.

  160. We’re doing fine here in eastern PA. Hubby still going into work (safely) but not having contact with many people in person. College daughter in completing her semester online, while high school senior son is sad about how school is ending but doing a great job completing his online assignments!

  161. I enjoy watching family films and avoid turning on the news. Like my grandmother always told me, “No news is good news.”

  162. I’m 51, self employed and all of my work has been cancelled. I have not gotten any stimulus money because the irs does not have my checking account info because I haven’t gotten a refund in years and the unemployment website is not set up yet for independent contractors and self employed., so none of my bills are getting paid.

  163. Right now i’m enjoying my peace and quiet before i go to work and everyone is up and entering giveaways

  165. Thank you for the opportunity. I have been staying busy, doing a lot of cleaning and yard work.

  168. I’m doing great! My doctor took me out of work because of a compromised immune system. I have not been off from work this long since I had my last baby 30 years ago. I normally work 50 hours a week in a factory.

  170. Im doing ok worrying about hubby who isnt well not related to the pandemic but enjoying spending time together at this time and wishing everyone the very best at this tough time

  171. I hope your fine. We have been home for over 2 months time. My son has a heart transplant and is Diabetic 1 and my daughter had Lymphoma so staying home is so important for us to do. We garden and we watch lots of movies together .

  172. Doing ok keeping busy doing quilting but wish the weather would warm up so we could spend more time outside

  173. I work in health care so I have been very busy and also trying to be very careful to stay healthy.

  174. Basically home alone, so I’m catching up on books on hand, reading (probably too much) news, and staying in touch with friends and family via Facebook and telephone.

  175. I am doing okay. My anxieties are up due to all the unknowns but trying to keep busy with lots of cooking, cleaning, and supporting my teens with school.

  176. doing quite well. my family and i are a bunch of introverts…so we kind of like this stay at home business. we do miss seeing close friends and family though

  177. I am doing well. I keep myself busy as a teacher during the week and on the weekends and evenings, I try to get things done around the house and learn new things!

  179. we are doing ok so far, getting harder to find some food though, lots of empty shelves

  180. My family is doing okay. We are getting by the best we can. We know it could definitely be worse and are very grateful for everything we have and for our health. Worried and praying for those who are sick or have family members who are sick and those who have lost loved ones. Stay safe everyone.

  183. I m staying in my room catching up on YouTube and blogs. I babysit and homeschool my niece and nephew during the week as school is not open and no babysitter is available

  184. It is Sunday and I am watching The Real Housewives of Atlanta. I love all the housewives shows except Bevery Hills because they all ganged up on Lisa Vanderpump.

  186. doing ok i dont much like being around lots of people at the best of times but i have to say i am worrying much more these days

  187. We are doing fine. Playing outside in our yard, homeschooling our 5 year old, playing lots of games!

  191. I’m an “essential worker” so I’ve been working almost every day at the hospital. Fun times!

  192. Doing pretty good – trying to take time breaks while working at home and taking care of myself (doing yoga, meditation, walks around my property) at other times.

  194. I am great. My family and I are healthy and safe. I am a stay at home mom, so it has been helpful I am also pretty low maintenance, so nothing is really needed for now. We have made our backyard a retreat for our kids- treehouse, bike track, swimming pool, camping area, etc. We are rolling with the punches!

  196. We’re all doing great adjusting to the new ways of life. Learning and working from home.

  197. I am doing okay. Just feeling a little depressed today and trying to stay busy. I hope you and your family are doing well.

  198. We’re doing okay. Just trying not to go stir crazy. We have 6 kids and they could really use a break from each other. My husband is a nurse so he’s still working as are my two oldest sons. My 19 year old is a CNA at a nursing home and he just found out today that one of the residents tested positive so he’s worried about her and the other patients. All in all, we’re getting by but we all long for just a little normalcy.

  199. I am doing fine right now. I am pretty much keeping to myself and staying away from the fear and panic around me.

  202. Staying home with 3 kids 24/7 is a bit challenging. They get bored, I get frustrated. We’re getting by, but hoping all this goes away soon to get back to normal.

  207. My routine has not changed much due to the virus but I am growing concerned about both the short and long term effects of the situation.

  209. We are hanging in there, hardest part is not being able to visit family and friends. Thank God for our pets and the internet 🙂 Thanks for this opportunity!

  210. I’m doing ok..better than most. I’m just scared of the big picture. I see starvation and doom, and everyone just seems oblivious.

  211. At the moment we are about to do our I ready testing with our kids for the final testing of school since they’ve closed it for the rest of the year

  213. I’m anxious about losing my job permanently. There’s been ups and downs during this quarantine time.

  214. I am doing good.. I am still working. I work at a credit union. My husband stays home he has some health problems.

  215. Our family is doing well. I am concerned about my Mom though. She lives alone in Southern California. We can’t wait until everything gets back to at least semi normal so we can travel to visit her.

  216. Some days are really hard & depressing. My son & I are doing better than my teenage daughter who is really struggling with not seeing friends.

  217. Not doing great. Was doing so so for the first month.
    Just lost job and can’t get online to file online for unemployment like thousands in Florida.
    Now cat is sick and NEEDS a vet visit…not able to find masks, thermometers other items needed.

  218. We are doing all right. My heart goes out to all of the families who have been devastated by this pandemic.

  219. My family is doing okay. There has been some stress and things to overcome, but I am so grateful that we are healthy. I really think we may have already had this though. We all had an unspecified respiratory infection late February/ early March.

    Stay safe & well everyone!

  221. Have been doing okay. At least enjoying the time to do some reading and watch movies.

  222. I am fortunate to that my company has allowed us to work at home. It definitely has its pros but it gets lonely 🙁

  224. I’m okay-ish, [for] now. Going through the same heavy stressors that I’ve been dealing with for years now, but some other Bad Things / News seemed to crash down on me all at once, around the middle and end of March. And similar to a commenter just above, one of my cats is also sick. It’s been devastating. …The “wait and see” of it all, among other things, has been stressful. My heart goes out to all, and I want to send an extra note of care for those trying to deal with issues related to mental health.
    ❤️

  225. I am not doing ok, this isolation has put me into a deep depression, I already suffer from extreme anxiety and depression.
    i find it hard to get up everyday and be motivated to get any work done if any gets done at all. I can not afford to run my business and its so small its not even considered a small business lol, i feel like I am letting everyone on twitter down.
    We do a lot for everyone and now it seems like i can’t do anything for anyone. I wish this would all just go away and life would return to some sort of normalcy. I feel like we are living in a twighlight zone!

    Thank you for the giveaway.
    Good luck to everyone please stay inside and stay safe 🙂

  227. I am alright I guess I am just worried about the outcome for all people and food shortages.

  229. We are healthy. We stay at home. We watch tv and play games. We get pickup at fast food places and restaurants to support them.

  230. We are okay. I am an essential worker @ the Dept of Social Services, so I have had to continue to work. It has been a little crazy balancing work and homeschooling but we are making it work.

  231. I’m feeling very stressed and overwhelmed right now but I’m grateful that I have at least for now a roof over my head and able to get groceries.

  232. I am ok and safe. I must say I am stressed because my hubby is considered essential and has to work. With me being a diabetic and my mom 81 hubby gets our supplies since he is already out. I must say it is a scary time and I pray for us all.
    You stay safe!

  235. I’m doing all right my mom is a other story she will not stop smoking and her longs are real bad! hopefully she will not get the @#%*

  237. I’m just relaxing. Thanks for the awesome giveaway! Hope you and your family is safe and healthy!