Mar 1 - Little did I know when picking up Garrett's Easter outfit that this month would not turn out like we thought.....At least he got to wear it to church once.
Mar 2 - My first day at my new job. I am SOOOOO excited!!
Garrett had another soccer practice.
Mar 8 - This week is when things start getting pretty serious regarding the Coronavirus. Garrett's soccer has been cancelled until further notice and we are getting customers canceling left and right at the position I just started. Hopefully it isn't too serious!!
This week at school is Dr. Seuss week and today is dress for what you want to be when you grow up. Garrett said he wants to be a business man so we put him in his suit. I think he is so darn cute!!
This week at school is Dr. Seuss week and today is dress for what you want to be when you grow up. Garrett said he wants to be a business man so we put him in his suit. I think he is so darn cute!!
Mar 10 - Garrett taking time getting out of bed, LOL....
Today is Wacky Wednesday at school and Garrett was excited to wear this one.
Mar 13 - Today we found out that school will be closed for 3 weeks concerning the Coronavirus. Next week was closed anyhow for Spring Break, the 2nd week they are using their snow days and the 3rd week we will be picking up the school work and doing it online. Thankfully my work is ok with me only working on Thursday and Fridays so I can be home with Garrett since we are losing travel business so quickly.
Mar 17 - Garrett wanted to practice his letters and do some painting.
Mar 18 - No church this week because of the Coronavirus. I'm getting a little concerned for Tim and Teresa since they work in the ER. They are assuring me that they do have PPE to wear and they are only wearing it if they suspect someone that comes in with COVID. Starting to have trouble sleeping at night. Thankful for being able to get out of the house and get some fresh air. Garrett rode his bike and played with the dogs and then got out his stickers. I have a feeling this isn't going away anytime soon.....
Mar 19 - My hours for work are 10-2. Received word that Tim's hospital now has positive COVID cases and they are intubating 2 of them and bringing the husband in of 1 of the patients they had to intubate. Starting to get a lot more nervous since positive cases have been confirmed in Tim's ER. Go into work and they said since Tim has the potential of being affected that they would prefer I not work. Both of the ladies I work with are over the age of 60 and one is in her mid 70's. I completely understand and I am actually thankful for being home in the midst of this chaos.
Mar 22 - Listened to church online this morning but I'm feeling more anxious than ever. Tim is never usually worried but he is worried with this. I'm seeing so many posts on Facebook of nurses not having the correct PPE that they need. My anxiety is through the roof and I'm sleeping maybe 2-3 hours at night. Praying that God helps us through this!! Thankfully I have Garrett to keep me in check. Had fun making funny faces with the camera today.
Mar 22 - Listened to church online this morning but I'm feeling more anxious than ever. Tim is never usually worried but he is worried with this. I'm seeing so many posts on Facebook of nurses not having the correct PPE that they need. My anxiety is through the roof and I'm sleeping maybe 2-3 hours at night. Praying that God helps us through this!! Thankfully I have Garrett to keep me in check. Had fun making funny faces with the camera today.
Mar 23 - Did laundry today. Told Garrett not to touch anything. Let him watch his IPAD while we were there. Also brought Sassy with us so she could get out of the house for a little while. Garrett misses his best friend William and had a special message for him :)
Teresa also purchased some paint masks in case they do run out of PPE at the hospital they work at. She purchased 2, one for her and one for Tim. Thankful to have these, just in case......
Garrett had to try on after Tim and this will be the last time as Tim will take it into work and keep in his locker until he needs.
Teresa also purchased some paint masks in case they do run out of PPE at the hospital they work at. She purchased 2, one for her and one for Tim. Thankful to have these, just in case......
Garrett had to try on after Tim and this will be the last time as Tim will take it into work and keep in his locker until he needs.
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I wish I could be like the dog and not have a care in the world....
Mar 24 - Thankful to at least be getting outside.....today Garrett was practicing his driving skills for when he gets older.....
Mar 25 - Spending almost all of our time outdoors. Chloe and Sassy were playing under the utility trailer today. I didn't find out till later that those naughty dogs were digging a hole and Chloe was laying in it, LOL.
Garrett had a fun day pretending to shoot all of the zombies.
Mar 26 - I feel like I can breathe a little....Tim is off for the next 5 days. I wish I could be more like these dogs.....
I walked and took pictures while Tim and Garrett rode bikes around the RV park. He is enjoying having his dad home and we are all enjoying getting out in the fresh air.
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Garrett had fun teasing the dog.
Mar 27 - This morning I headed out to get groceries. Everything is so scarce right now its so sad to see. I had to go to 3 different stores and still didn't find everything I need. Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, beans and rice. Forget it.....you can't find it anywhere. We are actually thinking about getting a shot gun to keep here in the RV for protection and in case we need it for food.
Another outside day. I copied this from Facebook today. I really needed to hear this message. I've somehow forgotten that God holds it all and already knows the outcome so why I am I worrying about it? It's not like I can control it so today I let it go and gave it to God. I'm probably going to have to do it a couple more times....
Me: Okay, God, here's the thing. I'm scared. I'm trying not to be, but I am.
God: I know. Want to talk about it?
Me: Do we need to? I mean, you already know.
God: Let's talk about it anyway... We've done this before.
Me: I know, I just feel like I should be bigger or stronger of something by now.
God: *waiting patiently, unhurried, undistracted, never annoyed.
Me: Okay. So, I'm afraid I'll do everything I can to protect my family and it won't be enough. I'm afraid of someone I love dying. I'm afraid the world won't go back to what it was before. I'm afraid my life is always going to feel a little bit unsettled.
God: Anything else?
Me: EVERYTHING ELSE.
God: Remember how your son woke up the other night and came running down the hall to your bedroom?
Me: Yes.
God: You were still awake, so when you heard him running, you started calling out to him before he even got to you... remember? Do you remember what you called out to him?
Me: I said, "You're okay! You're okay! You're okay! I'm here."
God: Why did you call to him? Why didn't you just wait for him to get to your room?
Me: Because I wanted him to know that I was awake, and I heard him, and he didn't have to be afraid until he reached the end of the dark hallway.
God: Exactly. I hear you, my child. I hear your thoughts racing like feet down the dark hallway. There's an other side to all of this. I'm there already. I've seen the end of it. And I want you to know right here as you walk through it all, you're okay. I haven't gone to sleep, and I won't.
Me: *crying. Can we sit together awhile? Can we just sit here a minute before I go back to facing it all?
God: There's nothing I'd love more.
Another outside day. I copied this from Facebook today. I really needed to hear this message. I've somehow forgotten that God holds it all and already knows the outcome so why I am I worrying about it? It's not like I can control it so today I let it go and gave it to God. I'm probably going to have to do it a couple more times....
Me: Okay, God, here's the thing. I'm scared. I'm trying not to be, but I am.
God: I know. Want to talk about it?
Me: Do we need to? I mean, you already know.
God: Let's talk about it anyway... We've done this before.
Me: I know, I just feel like I should be bigger or stronger of something by now.
God: *waiting patiently, unhurried, undistracted, never annoyed.
Me: Okay. So, I'm afraid I'll do everything I can to protect my family and it won't be enough. I'm afraid of someone I love dying. I'm afraid the world won't go back to what it was before. I'm afraid my life is always going to feel a little bit unsettled.
God: Anything else?
Me: EVERYTHING ELSE.
God: Remember how your son woke up the other night and came running down the hall to your bedroom?
Me: Yes.
God: You were still awake, so when you heard him running, you started calling out to him before he even got to you... remember? Do you remember what you called out to him?
Me: I said, "You're okay! You're okay! You're okay! I'm here."
God: Why did you call to him? Why didn't you just wait for him to get to your room?
Me: Because I wanted him to know that I was awake, and I heard him, and he didn't have to be afraid until he reached the end of the dark hallway.
God: Exactly. I hear you, my child. I hear your thoughts racing like feet down the dark hallway. There's an other side to all of this. I'm there already. I've seen the end of it. And I want you to know right here as you walk through it all, you're okay. I haven't gone to sleep, and I won't.
Me: *crying. Can we sit together awhile? Can we just sit here a minute before I go back to facing it all?
God: There's nothing I'd love more.
Sassy and Chloe playing with Sassy's bone.
Mar 28 - Yes, my child is wearing a dog sweater. It was actually hilarious and we all needed a good laugh!!
Today we also found out that Garrett's school has been cancelled for the remainder of the school year. We've been trying to find out if the hospital Tim is working at is going to start giving crisis pay or not. There was also another position in Polson, MT that I sent his information over for. We are praying about it and leaving it in God's hands.
Today we also found out that Garrett's school has been cancelled for the remainder of the school year. We've been trying to find out if the hospital Tim is working at is going to start giving crisis pay or not. There was also another position in Polson, MT that I sent his information over for. We are praying about it and leaving it in God's hands.
Oh my....this kid and his imagination. This was soooo funny to watch!!
Tonight I made Chicken Fried Rice for dinner and had Teresa over. Was nice to sit and talk again. Dinner was sooo good!!
Mar 29 - Today I spent the day updating the blog. This morning listened to our pastors message. Thankful that Tim still has a job. Last night I actually felt like I slept pretty good. I feel like I got at least a good 6 hours of sleep. Still praying, still trying to let go and leave it to god!
Garrett spent the morning doing backflips...
Garrett spent the morning doing backflips...
Apparently Tim isn't paying enough attention to Sassy....
Garrett using his science items and binoculars.
After Tim left for work Garrett got out his goggles and was playing with them. He looks so funny!!
This dog has the patience of Job.....
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Not a lot happening today. Tim had today off so we are trying to be quiet. Garrett had fun playing with his toys.
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He played so hard he needed a nap!!
Mar 31 - Well that's it for the month of March. Definitely was nothing like I expected it to be. This is something that I have never seen in my lifetime. We've been on lockdown here in New Mexico now for 2 weeks. Tim of course is still working in the ER and I only go out for groceries and laundry. We are still praying and giving thanks that none of us here or our families have caught this virus. We are praying for those that have. I will continue to update the blog, but I think I'm going to do monthly like this until things get back to normal.
What having a boy looks like.....
What having a boy looks like.....
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