You're Being Too Loud

Sunrise,

Sunset.

Hello all and welcome back to the blog! 

It's been a minute and I decided that since it has and I don't have much else to do that I would update the blog. So to all those still reading, welcome back!

Did I miss anything??? Oh, that's right. A worldwide pandemic virus took over and shut shit down. And now that it's May and warming up outside and some are wanting to get their hair cut and work on their golf game. And in the case down here in the Ozarks, coming down to the lake potentially bringing this virus here in greater numbers (we're at 35 cases reported locally in the county). I am by no means trying to start a political discussion or speak on the economy; we're all on Facebook- we know where everyone stands on those topics. I am just saying be smart and do what is best for your family, community, and loved ones. And I know money doesn't grow on trees- though I wish it did.

I am still working. I am essential worker- but not like super-essential like a nurse, doctor, CNA, etc. I'm just a therapist who is working very short days on my own and trying to file partial unemployment. This work week starts my 4th week of being a therapy department of one as our building's corporate offices has decided to reduce foot traffic for therapists in and out of facilities. I won't elaborate on that because I don't give names of companies or employers on here or Facebook. Anyway. It's been about a month since I've seen my PT, SLP, PTA, and program assistant and I can't go to other buildings right now (CMS guidelines).  So I work less than a half day, go home, do whatever, and take a nap. That's kind of the daily routine. I am thankful to not really have to care for anyone other than my dog right now though- God bless you all homeschooling your children and taking care of your loved ones who can't work or who are sick.

I don't have too much to say since I don't delve into anything deep on here. I'm good. Bella and I are trucking along trying to take walks daily and just do our thing. I've been reading a lot (as usual) and working on some embroidery projects- I make a mean French knot and can cross stitch like a boss.

I wanted to share some photos from the last two months just because. I realized the other day that it's only been 4 months that I have been working at this job and it feels like an eternity with no certain future.

Bennett Springs State Park 2/29/20

Was a nice day on the Leap day and little did I know the next day was the first day of trout fishing season.

While she looks reluctant here, Bella did have a good time.

Also, we did go to the WORLD"S LARGEST GIFT SHOP right off of Highway 44 because it was nearby. 

Definitely a bust. Nothing you should drive out of your way for. 

However, right next door was the Candy Factory. Of course I got some yummies but they had the BEST bathroom I'd seen in a while. So G-L-A-M-O-R-O-U-S (I hope you sang that like Fergie).

This weekend we went to Ha Ha Tonka State Park near here and did a hike (Bella in her backpack) with me trying not to slip and kill us both. Beautiful day. Lots of people out? Also today we walked down by the lake some. 

Try to look cooler than me. Just try. 

I forgot. The title of this post is dedicated to my hatred for apartment living. It is still MUCH better here than my apartment in Wildwood because i live in a townhouse therefore there are no wildebeasts stampeding above me at all times- maybe they liked to reneact that song from The Lion King? The short version is just I hate living in apartments probably because I have lived in so many different places in the last two years. It's better here but I still have neighbors next door on both sides of me and the walls are thin. 

We're off to walk and roll in the grass (at least one of us...)

Peace, love, & Social Distancing,

ME and Bella