Reasons to be cheerful in lockdown

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

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

I’ve had the virus and survived.

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

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

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.

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

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 do like holidays but find it stressful thinking what to take clothes wise. Being home if looks cold and you put on appropriate clothes then it turns warm no problem all your clothes are there at hand.

Also as an IBS intermittent sufferer going away or even going out can be a worry but indoors np worries at all

Being in lockdown with my DH makes me grateful. Yes; we’ve had our disagreements but most of them have ended in laughter. He ‘gets’ me where as some others don’t. We are actually getting on better than usual because we’re both aware we have to.

My neighbour has experienced controlling behaviour from her DH during the lockdown and I, together with an appropriate agency, am supporting her the best I can until she has the real freedom to leave if she decides. What an awful situation to be in.

This wonderful weather seeming to make the dawn chorus even louder and my playing of Cat Steven’s Morning Had Broken as I take my early walk is a true blessing.

Hang in there guys!! ?

Indeed, Irenelily.
I wasn't around during the war but a friend told me she always woke up with the thought "Oh good, we're still alive.".

A great day in the garden. That always makes me cheerful.

Going for my ‘allowed’ walk and being greeted by others with a friendly ‘hello’ instead of just being ignored.

That all my family are safe and well
That I have hobbies and unfinished projects
I have 3 bookcases full of books I can reread though I’ve read on bookcase full since lockdown.

Totally agree with Tanith ?

Lock down is important to save our lifes. but what only the problem for poor people with out food

I'm grateful I haven't got Covid 19.

My daily walk keeps me going, noticing all the white and purple lilac in flower, the cherry blossom, the different flowers in gardens, birdsong, and so grateful to be retired and not having to worry about jobs like so many people. Not bothered about holidays. I like my home and my own bed.

Happy Birthday Gwenisgreatl. I wish I could join you?

Being very safe alone in my cottage, as usual, in a rural area. Knowing that my two sons and their families in other parts of the country are fairly OK.
However that doesn't stop me being sad and angry about all the people suffering undeservedly across our vastly divided and unequal society.

When I hear a knock at the door & my friends have left me chocolate or a lovely cake to enjoy. Sweethearts.

Looking up at a clear blue sky no planes

Since the very start of lockdown I've slept like a log. The very best continuous nights of sleep I can remember. Usually have real trouble falling asleep and get a good night every 3 or so days but not so now. May be going to bed perhaps an hour or so later but getting up as usual and instead of feeling worn out I actually feel awake. Fingers crossed the sleep continues once this is all over.

At home with DH and DS (24) so appreciate we have it easy.
I like this feeling of stepping off the world and it's treadmill for a while. No commitments other than meal planning.
Time for reflection.
TV at night with DS. No missed evenings as were always home. Watching series after series. It's so companionable and hell be gone soon enough.
Walking the dogs again with DS.
It's the simple things in life

Bizzle, at least we haven’t got bombs dropping on us - as in the war - and Dad, Husbands and Sons risking their lives, so we can count our blessings!