Corona Virus-Week1

Week 1 of the Corona Virus was pretty emotional and full of unknowns and changes.  The first big news was the closure of all K-12 schools.  My school/work attempted to stay open and we scrambled for childcare and a plan.  That only lasted one day and Bloom too had to close.  Our staff met briefly which really opened my eyes to the seriousness  of not only peoples health, but the financial strain this would cause, and the struggles to so many small businesses.  I am relieved to not be working right now (I was spending so much of my day sanitizing and making kids wash hands) and to be home with the kids.  But I really miss my job, and the kids in my class so much.  It has made me realize how close I have come to my co-workers and the love our owners have for all of us teachers.  I'm happy to be a part of the Bloom Family and miss them.

The rules of quarantine seem to be changing daily which is hard for me and the kids.  We spent the first week figuring out school at home (but not really doing much of it) enjoying the sunshine and playing with the neighbors (which can no longer happen).  My goal for week 1 was to embrace our new normal, find joy in the small things and reassure the kids that we will be just fine.

So, we have enjoyed much more screen time, lots of reading, bird watching (Colbie puts food out for the birds daily), daily bike rides and walks, outdoor science experiments, lots of board games and puzzles and Colbie has started cooking and baking a ton.  The kids are closer than ever, it has been so nice to see them come together during this.  Colbie constantly snuggles and kisses Ashy all the time.  And Ash can't wait for her to wake up each morning.

We are thankful for our health, our financial stability and a family of  four who are getting along and staying positive (at least for now)! But I worry for so many others who are less fortunate.