It could be an option Angie. I was just surprised was all. I knew the state parks were closed here but I didn’t know this place was. I’m doing great. I read your blog. You are still having your own adventures! Right at home!!!
I guess I’ve been entertaining myself all my life so the part that gets to me is being told that I can’t come and go at will! My sensible self understands it but the rebel side is screaming at me to break out and do something different. The rebel usually wins lately so it’s a struggle.
You are right about my homemade adventures though — I set my stove burner on fire when I spilled grease on it while cooking lunch! I think I need a keeper!
I know. Sometimes it’s just that one thing that tips us over. But people are resilient. You have shown in your life that you are. One day at a time we will get through this and enjoy many woodland walks in our future.
I finally ‘gave myself permission’ to go. By myself. I was more surprised then sad. Though sad because of all that is going on….and knowing that’s why. I hope you are doing well Tric!
I think that’s my option. There are some places open. But I was so sure this was open I just hopped in the car and went. I have been so good about following these guidelines. Oh well. I will go again. Some place I know is open. It sure helps doesn’t it?
Too many people already in the woods is what I imagine, MBC. That fact made officials close the big park around here, and I saw a letter of complaint online …
Yes, our state parks were closed down here because of that very reason. WAY too many people. The nearby residents were being overrun by people parking outside of the parks they were so full they couldn’t hold the vehicles. At that point, I would have kept driving right on by. WHY would you avoid crowds to go find a crowd? Even if it was outside? Anyway….some of the smaller ones are open and people seem to be respectful. This one being closed really surprised me.
They have to help people be smart, MBC. I tsk-tsk-ed the complainer who said there were spots in the lot, why did the police turn people away from the park? Well, they knew too many people were in there already for safe distancing, silly.
Yes we have been good, it’s the loss of freedom of choice that chafes. I visited my grandson. 1 hug through winter clothes around my knees. We drew on the sidewalk with big sticks of chalk. He showed me his prowess on the slide and swing. Made big muscles. Lots of hand washing. No smooches. But to see that little face lifted the weight of the world off of me. Hang in there Colleen. We’ll get through this.
Three of my grands I only see through a screen. But I would feel horrible if I ever took anything to them. That keeps me ‘here’. I’m glad you’re doing well. We are too. It’s a curve ball alright though.
How sad is that! I can imagine how it felt. The only thing that kept me going was my walks. We were permitted to go for walks though not in groups. So even the walks down the streets was good. And while all the parks, even nature parks were closed, one remained open… it’s a sprawling trail park and honestly, it gave me reprieve. It became my cathedral… a place where I could feel at peace and let all anxieties and worries fall away. Not to mention deep breathing the fresh, pure forest air… sitting by the lake and listening to the sound of the waves gently lapping the shore… Since yesterday the nature park has opened too. Small businesses have upped their shutters too. On Wednesday, the Mall opens its door. Though, I’m not too sure if that is a good thing right now!
There are gradual openings here. I’m surprised at the severity of the state parks closing here. Instead of monitoring influx they just shut it down. I think that limited people’s ability to go ‘some place’. There are smaller places that can be accessed. But closing the bigger places surely put a bigger strain on the safety at the smaller places. We are opening in stages, and that will be monitored, so it could reverse.
Ours still aren’t open and no idea when they will. The large trails/parks are not open. The smaller ones are. Which doesn’t make sense, it puts more of a strain on the smaller ones.
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I have followed all of the rules Sue. I thought we were allowed to go. It just didn’t sit well. I hope you are doing well.
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Diligently following the rules here too… and itching to be free of some of them 😉
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Do you know anyone with some wooded land? Could be an option. I think most of us feel your frustration! Hang in there Colleen,
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It could be an option Angie. I was just surprised was all. I knew the state parks were closed here but I didn’t know this place was. I’m doing great. I read your blog. You are still having your own adventures! Right at home!!!
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I guess I’ve been entertaining myself all my life so the part that gets to me is being told that I can’t come and go at will! My sensible self understands it but the rebel side is screaming at me to break out and do something different. The rebel usually wins lately so it’s a struggle.
You are right about my homemade adventures though — I set my stove burner on fire when I spilled grease on it while cooking lunch! I think I need a keeper!
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I agree with the first part AND the second part!!!
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HAHA! I’M IN LOVE WITH LIFE!
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Oh… the woods will breathing without us…. for a little while longer…
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Yes….they sure are.
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I know. Sometimes it’s just that one thing that tips us over. But people are resilient. You have shown in your life that you are. One day at a time we will get through this and enjoy many woodland walks in our future.
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I finally ‘gave myself permission’ to go. By myself. I was more surprised then sad. Though sad because of all that is going on….and knowing that’s why. I hope you are doing well Tric!
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Sending a cyber hug.
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Awwww. Thanks Paulette 🙂
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oh, no, i’m so sorry. they have been my saving grace. i hope they open soon. if you were a bird, i can imagine you flying in, right over the barriers
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I think that’s my option. There are some places open. But I was so sure this was open I just hopped in the car and went. I have been so good about following these guidelines. Oh well. I will go again. Some place I know is open. It sure helps doesn’t it?
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it really does – glad you’ll find another place
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Too many people already in the woods is what I imagine, MBC. That fact made officials close the big park around here, and I saw a letter of complaint online …
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Yes, our state parks were closed down here because of that very reason. WAY too many people. The nearby residents were being overrun by people parking outside of the parks they were so full they couldn’t hold the vehicles. At that point, I would have kept driving right on by. WHY would you avoid crowds to go find a crowd? Even if it was outside? Anyway….some of the smaller ones are open and people seem to be respectful. This one being closed really surprised me.
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They have to help people be smart, MBC. I tsk-tsk-ed the complainer who said there were spots in the lot, why did the police turn people away from the park? Well, they knew too many people were in there already for safe distancing, silly.
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Exactly.
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Did anyone tell the rabbits, voles, birds, butterflies and snails etc. I think they may have missed the message!
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I think they were granted an exemption. Thankfully. Though some have snuck out to hang out in my yard.
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Yes we have been good, it’s the loss of freedom of choice that chafes. I visited my grandson. 1 hug through winter clothes around my knees. We drew on the sidewalk with big sticks of chalk. He showed me his prowess on the slide and swing. Made big muscles. Lots of hand washing. No smooches. But to see that little face lifted the weight of the world off of me. Hang in there Colleen. We’ll get through this.
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Three of my grands I only see through a screen. But I would feel horrible if I ever took anything to them. That keeps me ‘here’. I’m glad you’re doing well. We are too. It’s a curve ball alright though.
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How sad is that! I can imagine how it felt. The only thing that kept me going was my walks. We were permitted to go for walks though not in groups. So even the walks down the streets was good. And while all the parks, even nature parks were closed, one remained open… it’s a sprawling trail park and honestly, it gave me reprieve. It became my cathedral… a place where I could feel at peace and let all anxieties and worries fall away. Not to mention deep breathing the fresh, pure forest air… sitting by the lake and listening to the sound of the waves gently lapping the shore… Since yesterday the nature park has opened too. Small businesses have upped their shutters too. On Wednesday, the Mall opens its door. Though, I’m not too sure if that is a good thing right now!
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There are gradual openings here. I’m surprised at the severity of the state parks closing here. Instead of monitoring influx they just shut it down. I think that limited people’s ability to go ‘some place’. There are smaller places that can be accessed. But closing the bigger places surely put a bigger strain on the safety at the smaller places. We are opening in stages, and that will be monitored, so it could reverse.
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I do hope so. Stay safe.
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Thank you Joycee, you too!
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What a shame, the woods surely would have liked to see some people. You need to dream about trees to be with them.
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I came home and drew some 🙂
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May they be open soon! Our trails opened last week. I don’t there much cos of the people, but its nice to know I can.
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Ours still aren’t open and no idea when they will. The large trails/parks are not open. The smaller ones are. Which doesn’t make sense, it puts more of a strain on the smaller ones.
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