Emily Rose: The Reboot

Amy in answer to your question as Em and I live on the same island all gatherings are banned . Listening to a short bit of news last night I feel we are going in lockdown very very soon. That means home and a little bit of shopping . That's it.
I have to say we are a good nation though and the jokes and light hearted side shine through and my whatsapp is full of them.
 
Thanks for the comments everyone and fantastic ideas. I'll address some of them below.

But first, a musical interlude. I posted a few of the lyrics of this song on Rob's diary, because he is in beast mode with the weight loss thing, and then I realised that the first verse of this song is eerily apt for the times we are in now, and the forum can represent the rest:


So, thanks Petal for your advice about writing a play. I got onto the group and we are going to meet up online next week and get a writer's group together and try to come up with something. So thank you, you've made an impact! :) I think we have about 10 or so interested, which is great.

I'm fed up of this week but I think I just needed a bit of time to process my new reality. To be honest, it hasn't been too bad. Working from home isn't ideal but I still have plenty to keep me going and I think I will just adapt to a different environment next week. Routine is everything for me when I am not particularly happy, so I just have to accept that I am in crisis mode once again and I need to act accordingly. I've done it once, I can do it again.

My housemate asked me yesterday if I had any plans for the weekend. I just chuckled. It's such a mad question these days.

There might be some benefit of all this to our planet though. All planes grounded. Fish stocks allowed to replenish. Air pollution down. I read about dolphins swimming in the Venice canals earlier but apparently that is indeed too good to be true. Lol. Anyway, maybe we need this. Maybe I need this.

Have a nice weekend folks. Virus-free posts from now on (unless life circumstances change to a degree that I have to mention it). *Elbow-group-hug*
 
Hey Emily, I think you are sounding more positive, even if you say you are in a crisis mode. I believe you are rising to the occasion, that's great!
Emilyrose said:
So, thanks Petal for your advice about writing a play. I got onto the group and we are going to meet up online next week and get a writer's group together and try to come up with something.
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I think you could do that, you write well and can tell an interesting story. Keep us posted!

We all probably have about the same weekend plans as you do.
 
Yep it's a case of what room will I go to next .
Em good to hear about the play idea. I think the main character could be called Emily Rose .
 
- I love it Cate, thank you. x
- I will let you know Rob. Nice profile pic!
- You never know Petal! Thanks again for the idea.
- Thanks LaMa. I've been reading on your diary about your work situation, so sorry to hear that. I'm sure they will be forced to pay up, but it's a terrible situation, that's for sure.

Today I actually had a surprisingly really pleasant day. I am getting a bit more used to the working from home thing and the day went by really quickly. I got some nice feedback on some of the work I'm doing, which was great. I also think I helped solve a particular problem by asking annoying questions, haha. So that was good.

It was a really glorious day here and I went for a walk at lunchtime. I crossed paths with the man who used to run the local shop when I was a kid, I hadn't seen him in years. He gave me a really warm greeting but I don't think he knew who I was. It was just nice to see a familiar face I think, lol. Even the smallest of exchanges now seem so important.

My dad was saying he is really appreciating every meal he eats now, I guess because it's the most varied thing about his day in some ways. I thought that was a good attitude. I think what I am working towards is not fearing food anymore but really enjoying it and trying to make it as nutritious yet tasty as possible. My food today wasn't bad, I had a lovely lamb stew for dinner, but I snuck a few biscuits and one chocolate bar into my day as well, which I really can't afford to be eating right now. I am definitely not the healthiest at the moment.

I kind of feel a bit more accepting about the whole thing today. All we can do is take it day by day. If it gets worse, it gets worse. But I think just being grateful for what we do have at the moment is so important.

My uncle rang last night and he is very worried about his business and trying to pay 5 people's wages when all the work has stopped. I know he would find it extremely difficult letting people go. My mum was telling him that everyone is in the same boat. She said he sounded so stressed out on the phone. I am sending some good vibes towards him this evening, and hopefully the tension of the whole thing eases for him.

I'm getting up for a run in the morning but unfortunately, I have lost the charger for my phone, so I have to rely on my internal alarm to wake me up on time. I have no idea where it went, it's so frustrating. Maybe I need a bit of a breather from it anyway, and I'm sure the charger will turn up.
 
You sound so positive it's a delight to read! I hope your uncle will get a similar level of governmental support employers here get offered.
 
Good to hear you sounding so positive Emily. Hope your Uncle finds a way through this, a lot of people are struggling with things right now.
 
Emilyrose said:
... unfortunately, I have lost the charger for my phone, ...
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is it a USB-type charger? i had no idea these were made until a few weeks ago and i've replaced one of my kitchen outlets with one. no more need for a charger that used to use up an outlet i really couldn't spare. i realize all countries don't use the same electrical plugs as in the US, but my guess is that these are available in other configurations.

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Good morn Em hope you find your charger . I keep one in my room that no one is allowed to move or touch .
joining you working from home now and going to follow your lead and keep up the outdoor exercise . Lovely positivity
 
- They announced those measures today LaMa, they are very good actually, so he should be okay.
- Yeah Cate, working from my parent's house, it's grand.
- I think he will Rob, he had the recession to contend with over 10 years ago now, and he made it through, so he should be okay.
- That's really handy Flyer. I found it, thank God! My main connection with the world at this point. :)
- Yeah, the lunchtime walks help Petal.

Kind of an annoying day work-wise, but I got through it. It was another really beautiful day here so I got some fresh air and calmed down. I guess I am riled up from everything, I got very irritated today over something relatively minor. Ah well, at least I know the heart is still beating in my chest.

The government announced some really generous measures today to help people if they lose their jobs due to this thing. It's kind of set my mind at ease a bit more, because if it drags on for months, I think my job could be in danger. I won't starve anyway and should still be well able to pay my rent, so that's great.

Had a big chat with my mum this evening about a grumpy neighbour and a few other things that were bothering her. I feel like people take her for granted sometimes. I helped her with an email she wanted to send, so she was happy with that.

There's really not much to talk about when I can't go anywhere, haha! I'm not cracking up too much yet though. I've gotten into Westworld, going to watch an episode or two now and have an early night.
 
Very glad your government is jumping in to help. Peace of mind is so important! I noticed I was a lot calmer after being outside for longer today as well, by the way.
 
I'm glad you're not cracking up too much, Em :D
It's good that you can work comfortably from your parents' home & be able to help one another out. I'm going to do some online language classes I have decided & definitely go for more walks. One day we'll look back on all this & our lives may be quite different. Stay safe & maybe start working on that new play xo
 
Em I seem to have less time on my hands but could do with a box set to watch . Fed up of all the news . Weather is so so lovely thank god
 
- Yeah, it makes a huge difference LaMa.
Cate said:
I'm glad you're not cracking up too much, Em :D
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- I know, I'm surprising myself!
- Yeah, another dry day today Petal, so relieved!

Had a nice day today. Had lots of conversations with people from different areas of my life and it was nice to still feel like we care about each other and have a connection.

I did my lunchtime walk and had a healthy dinner but my eating is a bit out of control. I'm annoyed about it but I'm finding it extremely difficult to get back on track. I think it's because I know I won't be meeting anyone in a while, I'm like, 'Who cares if my gut is hanging out?' But obviously, that's not true, I care very much. I guess it's all anxiety-eating. Sigh. Never ending, this shit is.

I don't have much else to say, but talking about musicals on Petal's diary led me on a bit of a youtube musical adventure this evening, and I found this wonderful clip. Michael Ball is probably one of my favourite singers of all time, I think his voice is absolutely phenomenal and the way he performs is also fantastic. I tune into his radio show on a Sunday on BBC2 from time to time, it's always very relaxing and he has interesting guests on from the world of music or musical theatre. Anyway, this is a fantastic performance, both from him and Sarah Brightman:

 
Emilyrose said:
Had a nice day today. Had lots of conversations with people from different areas of my life and it was nice to still feel like we care about each other and have a connection.
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Good for you Emily! You seem to be finding your way through this mess. And a healthy dinner sounds good, hope your food remains under control.
 
Emilyrose said:
Had lots of conversations with people from different areas of my life and it was nice to still feel like we care about each other and have a connection.
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That´s one thing this whole mess is teaching me: most people are decent and CARE, even if we´re not the brightest bunch :)
Such a great song. Sarah Brightman is amazing. Hadn´t heard of Michael Ball before, so thank you!
 
I totally love that song em . You do share some good music .
Lovely weather again . We are blessed .
 
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