We're All in This Together

 There's been a sharp turn of events over the last week or so.

An eerie sense of unpredictability looms over us,

and many are living with day-to-day anxiety over the uncertainty.

While the most natural response might be

to pull the covers up over you and hibernate in front of a warm fire,

there is another way to reframe this unexpected circumstance.

Embrace it.

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 It may sound crazy,

but it is possible to find a silver lining in all the madness.

While I understand that everyone's world has pretty much

been turned upside-down,

good things can come from this situation.

For one thing,

I'm hoping that more folks will realize that

we are in this together.

Therefore, we need to help each other in any way we can.

That may mean meeting your neighbors for the first time,

bartering for food staples or services,

or something as simple as enjoying more family time.

With most of the country hunkering down,

we can all do something to make things better.

Healthy interdependence makes us stronger.

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No need to leave the house to improve your lot.

Learn a new skill like crocheting, seed starting or food prep.

Even better, teach these skills to others, especially kids.

What a valuable lesson these times are

for the younger generation to learn that although times can be tough,

we are tougher.

Getting back to basics is one of the simplest ways

to deal with any type of adversity.

No matter the struggle,

taking things a step at a time,

one day at a time,

is always a smart move.

Ensuring that your family has healthy food to eat,

clean water to drink, and a feeling of belonging,

can aid in getting through the worst of times.

It may seem too simplistic,

but that's only because we have complicated things.

Is there anything quite as beautiful as a sunrise,

knowing that you've been granted an extra day

to do what you like,

surrounded by those you love?

Leaning into mindfulness can become

one of the healthiest habits for each of us.

Focusing on the moments of joy

when reading a great novel, being swept up in music,

or engaging with others can bring a sense

of peace and purpose.

We are so blessed to be on this homesteading journey.

Although we are not as far along as some,

we are able to do quite well in times of trouble.

It is never too late to begin.

The lessons we've learned through the years

have allowed us to truly believe

that we will get through this, together.

Here's hoping that you and yours

are feeling the comfort of knowing that 

everything

 is 

                         temporary...

God bless us, everyone.

~daisy