New days, new ways

Hear, hear for dogs

We've always had dogs and my delightful 7 year old JRX is sleeping on my knee as I type.

I look at her and see a happy warm soul. She's fed and watered and happy to just sit on my knee and look at me.

An evening walk in the woods is her daily joy and she helps throughout all this difficulty we're going through

To her it's great. More time with Daddy who's on furlough!

Have fun with your pup, Iam64!

I agree WW, it's important we adjust gently to what is likely to be our new normal for the forseeable future.

I walk twice a day, rain or shine because of the dog. Until June, we had two dogs but sadly, our 12 year old gorgeous big gentle girl died on mid summers day. We are reduced to one dog whereas for the last 10 years, we usually had three. A puppy will be joining us before too long. Puppies take up so much time I that the absence of grandchildren, adult children and friends from our home will be less obvious. I rescued and fostered for 40 years so please don't anyone suggest I shouldn't be buying a pup.

Gardening and crafty stuff - I'm enjoying having more time for this, even though its at the expense of holidays, theatre, meeting with family and friends.

Here is a link sodapop.

Museum

The Foundling Museum sounds interesting Riverwalk I've not heard of it before, tell me more please.

Eating out, theatre, exhibitions etc are such a part of my usual life that right now I really have no idea how I will fill the gaps in the coming winter months.

So many of these organisations have spent a lot of time and money on safety measure and planning to open up to accommodate winter trade - they must be devastated.

My sister and I were booked for the Foundling Museum this weekend, but that's now more ticket money in limbo!

3 solid plans Whitewave which many of us will similarly do.
May I add one that won’t appeal to everyone but there are many cats and dogs that need good homes.

A pet is a loyal friend and great company if you spend long periods at home and on your own. A dog encourages you to go out for daily walks with them.

Anyone who thinks they would like to re-home a hairy/furry companion please contact your local Dog’s Trust, Cat’s Protection, RSPCA or other reputable charity. As dog breeds have different needs, the charity will help to match the right breed of dog to your circumstances.

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I follow my moods now, being more in tune with them - and kinder to myself. I do things that I enjoy, rather than always efficiently doing what 'needs' doing. I don't feel guilty as, after all, I'm looking after my mental health.

I see the situation as an extended time of being 'different', thinking in new ways and making the most of what's still possible. I don't fret over what isn't on.

Still, I look forward to a time when it will be over, calmer - and the expected 'new normal' can begin.

I think using technology to keep connected. I love my brother but we are both a bit useless at keeping in regular touch. However now we both use WhatsApp we chat regularly exchange photos etc. Its a good thing to come out of it.