Reasons to be cheerful in lockdown

I can do serious gardening or decorating - without interruptions. If I'm covered in mud or paint it doesn't matter. I can eat, sleep and shower whenever I like!

I keep busy and what would I do without my music. Music can transport you to another place.

It's good having time to sort out the house and garden. Both I and my late husband were hoarders, so a lot to do. I am lucky enough to have a garden, but quite large and too much for me really, however I have made some impression on it which is very satisfying. I have plenty of food etc. so no need to worry over that. Keeping in touch with people with phone and email. I am quite enjoying this time ! Sad for people who don't have so much and those who have lost someone.

getting outside every morning either on my bike, out for a walk or in the garden, important to get some of that essential sunlight and feeling lucky that we are in spring

Making things or clearing a drawer or cupboard so it will be nicer after lockdown and I will have achieved something positive each day

I bought myself a velvetiser as a treat and make myself some gorgeous hot chocolate every day

Ducklings on the dog walk and a new foal at my stables are a daily treat that makes my day.

I’ve had the virus and survived.

cycling this afternoon, in the sun. Quietly spinning yarn outside today with an audible book and a hedonistic hot chocolate. I am doing a little crockery sorting later, out with some and in with some new denby, it gives me joy

?????That’s one very big reason Niobe ! ????