Very few countries have not been impacted by the Coronavirus pandemic that has made its way across the globe. Barely a day goes by that this invader is not mentioned in conversations, news articles, or business updates. None of us imagined a society that would become isolated and nearly brought to a screeching halt when Covid 19 started. If any of us believe Covid 19 is not real, we are still experiencing the same mandatory orders as those who do.
Many moms are currently working from home along side their children who are still finished the school year on computer screens.
All of us are feeling the weight of this pandemic, and many have had their worlds turned upside down. It is important to realize that the breadwinners of the home are not the only ones affected. The impact of Covid 19 for students is just as real. Children have been taken away from their friends and routines that give them stability, just as much as we have. How we handle this crisis will affect how our families handle the crisis. There will probably never be another time quite like this one. We’ve waited it out this far, but making the most of it will reduce anxiety and increase the hope of normalcy in the near future. This is the perfect opportunity to begin our rebound because families have more time on our hands now than we probably ever will again.
Do we know when Covid 19 will end? Cautionary measures have been taken to slow the spread of the illness, but none of us are certain as to when the threat will decrease enough to return to society and functioning as we’ve always known it. Colorado’s stay-at-home orders have been lifted to “safer-at-home” guidelines in many areas, which is strongly urged. Many businesses remain closed, while those that are open must follow strict guidelines to operate as cautiously as possible. So no, we don’t know when Covid 19 will end yet.
Covid 19 cases are going down, but our state is continuing to practice caution, limiting which businesses are open. Unfortunately, this included play places, bowling alleys, trampoline parks, and other activities our families would enjoy. So what can we do in the meantime?
Explore the great outdoors! While Colorado residents are advised to stay within three miles of where we live, we can get acquainted with activities that have been replaced by video games and cell phones. We can get creative. We can:
Learn about the wildlife, trees and plants in our area via the internet, then walk around our neighborhoods and look for them. Get out the bikes and ride as a family. Learn to play horseshoes or have cornhole competitions. Set up the badminton net and get in some good exercise. For a change of scenery, state parks are open for walking and biking. Fresh air is good for all of us, and nature has a way of bringing peace to our chaos. Boating is also allowed at this time.
It varies where we are able to fish at this time and is recommended that we research and understand ordinances and restrictions before we go.
Hang in there, friends! We’re through the roughest part of adjusting and complying. Let’s look ahead to the brighter future, and let’s be determined to enter it with a bang!
