The Novelty is Wearing Off

It's day 9 of staying at home. The actual shelter in place order went into effect a few days ago, and really, not much of my routine has changed. Going to the grocery store is an adventure. Today, I am going to walk on the San Pablo trail, on Mare Island. It's usually isolated. I wonder if it will be today.  The beaches in Marin County are shutting down, because so many people came out to the beach, it was a health hazard. I am trying to lean into seclusion, but it is really hard. Not as hard as being a medical professional or a grocery person right now. 

Everyone in California is in the same circumstance. It needs to be a country-wide thing, in order to slow the spread of the virus. In certain places, people are not taking this whole thing as seriously as they should. Florida's beaches were crowded with people all week, due to spring break. several college kids have tested positive for the virus. Governors in republican states are less likely to be telling the truth to their constituents, with the exception of Ohio Governor Mike DeWine.  

Republican senator Rand Paul, who is already despicable, tested positive for the virus. The VP and his wife tested negative. Supposedly Trump tested negative, but he's such a liar that just means he tested positive. Couldn't happen to a nice guy. 

Went over to the Whitfields' last night. Richard made an indian inspired dish with sweet potatoes and quinoa and whole wheat flat bread. I don't know what I would do without them right now. It is flouting the rules, but I'll go crazy in my apartment, where the ceilings are 6 1/2 ft. It gets tight in these two rooms. Still I am glad I have it.

Late night comics are doing their monologues from their homes. They are so necessary right now.