Things I’ve learned from being quarantined at home
While the biggest lesson I’ve learned through quarantine is that FAMILY IS EVERYTHING and I will NEVER say no to a girl’s night again, I also learned some pretty valuable lessons about myself.
I love pretty things. Okay, well I knew this already. But it’s really pushed me to get more creative in my every day life. I don’t have the stimulation of outside resources to push my creativity and fulfill that need. So I’ve really turned to my own resources and home to inspire me further.
I do really hate cooking. But I LOVE to set the table. I guess in all honestly it’s really that I hate all of the dishes. And I did not realize how frequently we ate out until we couldn't anymore. However, I discovered that I regret not registering for china for my wedding and have now made it my mission to collect beautiful pieces on our (hopefully someday soon) travels. I also learned that it’s okay to break out the fancy china for taco Tuesday and I will continue to use my nice things for those casual meals.
Fresh air does the mind good. I have gone for a walk every single day during quarantine and it has really helped me stay positive and feel like I am still providing Sophia with outside experiences. I felt sad that during such a developmental time in her life she was going to be stuck inside. Spending time outside daily takes away some of that guilt.
I love plants and flowers. Like SO much. I’ve missed being able to pick up flowers at Whole Foods on my way home from a meeting. Or stroll through a local plant nursery for the perfect maidenhair fern. I miss these things being around my home. So my goal for this summer is to buy some pretty plants and keep them alive.
I have also learned that time is precious and it’s just not worth being overly sensitive or picky. Call it a Corona Resolution, but I am vowing to not care so much about what other people think and to live my life the way that makes me (and Sophia and Reid) happy. Nothing has taught me that more than being at home with my favorites during these uncertain times and realizing our happiness is really all that matters.