Thanksgiving was a more subdued affair than usual. I didn’t cook for the whole extended family, or much at all for that matter: aside from some oversized sourdough rolls (my pandemic baking project!) we ordered everything carry out the day before to reheat on thanksgiving. But we still bought some fun new table decorations and the food was great. Plus we were able to see family via zoom and FaceTime, including family that we wouldn’t normally see on thanksgiving so although I am looking forward to having everyone together next year, this year was still a net positive. Lots to be thankful for.
December 2, 2020
Everything seems normal until I remember it's not - then I remember actually it is, this is normal now. I worry about anyone coming too close, or going anywhere crowded. ... Watching the country is depressing and infuriating. The amount of people who don't seem to care, or who only care about themselves. Politicians who only care about their advancement and their party. People, normal people, fighting for equality and being stomped on for it. It's almost too much sometimes. I'm definitely drinking more than I used to.
July 28, 2020