Fritzy 22's Journal, 26 April 2020

My Irises are kinda tired this year - looks wonderful - I was off of everything for a few weeks but kinda got back on track - that's all you can do - get back when you are ready - we are waiting and not judging  

What a wonderful yard. This is so hard,. I went shopping a couple of days ago, food for my 6 year 8ld grandson. he was put of every thing. I'll be glad when this is over. I want Chinese food to sit and watch the world. I'm 76 and the only people I see are my grandson and meals on wheels. We have to make the most of it. Hope it ends soon.  

Iris is my favorite flower! 

Your irises are beautiful! It is scary going out, have you enquired about grocery delivery or curbside pickup? I self-isolated March 5th, so it has been a while. I've been out three times, but I have my groceries delivered, so I have lots of fresh produce. Stay safe my friend and take care of yourself. 

Thanks Diana! Gzgig - I'm in California. When this first started they had a drive through testing place in the small town next to mine. But I think it's gone. I know you can't get a test without symptoms and I figure since there is no treatment a test really isn't that important except for stats. Thanks Wholefoodnut and Perks. I remember buying some iris bulbs in my previous home and planted them and they did well. But nothing like this house. They just keep multiplying every year. Thanks daisy - My sister brought me Chinese food a week ago after having to take her husband to the hospital for his eyes. They stopped at my favorite place on the way home. I had been craving it. You are lucky to see your grandson - they are picking eaters at that age. I know my great nephew has refused to even try peanut butter or anything with nuts in it. Now he declares he is allergic to nuts! Can't imagine a kid who won't try peanut butter. Thanks HCB - they have become my favorite flower too. I like azaleas too and keep trying to grow them. Even though the nurseries say deer won't eat azaleas, they have eaten every one I've tried to grow. Thanks Shirfleur. I've only been out 3 times as well in just a little more than 5 weeks. Some people have tried Instacart in my neighborhood but no one says anything good about it. All the big grocery stores have online ordering that you can just pick up - but it seems like they are out of whatever you want and have a huge backload, it takes weeks. I bought onions and carrots which last a long time. And potatoes. I bought bananas and they will be gone in a day or so. I may buy some apples next time. They usually last awhile too. I have picked up a pizza twice. They will bring the pizza to the car and take the credit card information over the phone. Really want to support the little local businesses. I am in a very small town in a rural area and want the little market and all the restaurants to be able to survive this. If it takes getting a pizza a couple times a month, I'm willing to do it! You stay safe as well. Sounds like we are both staying home! 

Love the irises, my favorite flower. Sorry you are feeling so stressed about this pandemic. I started my isolation along with my hip replacement surgery so it feels more like a long recovery. I have been doing physical therapy at home but it looks like I will be upgrading to outpatient pt. Not sure how I feel about that. I have been working daily on unpacking since my move; trying to take it slow so I don't injure myself... I think being more active has helped me keep my weight down and am now tracking my meals again. It is my hope that we all make it through this pandemic and successfully rebuild our lives.  

beautiful pictures l myself am over 300 lbs and found out that a large portion of fries made in a air fryer is only 75 calories l been eating that lately l feel better and fuller to and l have a meat or fish and a salad and l am full and content now all l have to stay away from the snacks and sweets and if you worry it causes your blood pressure to go up and l stop worrying and l don't feel sick like l used to whe l worried l believe a lot of it is on your mind to....  

Beautiful 

nice 👌 

Don't despair friends...as an alternative to loneliness and isolation.....there are tons of Overeaters Anonymous meetings on line..Zoom MEETINGS....diving into the food is not the answer.....we only get worse when we hurt ourselves with food...food addiction will kill us for sure If we do not treat it...we have a very good chance of surviving this virus..write your food down every day..I am fat free VEGAN...I walk everyday for 3.1 miles ..try to stick with the plan.. Reach out through some zoom MEETINGS and don't increase your alcohol or drug consumption. We will be ok if we act to good pupose...God cannot do for us what we must do for ourselves... 

Lovely view from your deck! I try to focus on what is good and beautiful around me in isolation, appreciate the slower pace, and rest in the moment of whatever I'm doing. Sometimes it's a struggle. I can't resist snacks either, especially ice cream, if they're in the housel. My husband wants them in the house. When I eat or drink things that I know are not part of my plan, I still am gentle with myself. We all do the best we can. 

Your flowers are a feast for our eyes! Thanks😊 

Thanks for posting and eloquently sharing what many of us are feeling in self-isolation. Your photos were a visual vacation; I could feel myself relaxing as soon as I looked at them. Lucky you! Keep going, Fritzy 22!  

Thanks Momsog - Take care of yourself with the hip replacement. I remember my dad having it done and it took awhile to recover, but once he did he seemed as good as new. Thanks Activeheart. Sounds like you have a good eating plan. I can't have the salads or much produce since I only go to the store every 3 weeks so far. But a 10 pound bag of potatoes goes a long way! Have made fries yet, just baked potatoes and I also used 2 potatoes when I made vegetable/chicken soup. I am a worrier regardless and this pandemic just gives me something else to worry about. I feel fine as long as I don't have to come into close contact with anyone. Thanks Diane - I did a strict vegan diet for 21 days in January when I did the Daniel Fast. It was tough, I could never get enough protein but I found some things to eat that I now eat regularly, like brown rice that I never ate before. I thought eventually I could add dairy and eggs to the plan and do well without meat. But not there yet. Great job walking over 3 miles a day. I was walking a lot a couple months ago, but not now. Will try to get some walking in if I can get out early in the day before it gets hot. Thanks Metamora - I am enjoying my deck and property more now and enjoy the flowers and all the wildlife that visit me daily. Thanks Ranitran and DBakerrian. I really appreciate all the support and hope I can be supportive as well.