Captain’s Log, USS Coronavirus: Day 10
Since I became their hostage, I assumed my captors (AKA my former crew) would isolate me in my chambers. In truth, I was looking forward to it. Instead, they are insisting I accompany them in whatever they do. There is a lot of togetherness. So much togetherness. A serious amount of togetherness. Not only do […]
Ideas for Homeschooling with Multiple Kids from a Pediatric OT
Professionally, I am a pediatric occupational therapist, but right now I am a home school mom. Read how we are coping with this “new normal” here. In trying to keep up some academic rhythm for my first grader, this means keeping my preschooler occupied. I’m following the older one’s schedule and adapting activities for the […]
Captain’s Log, USS Coronavirus: Day 8
Well, the worst happened. Mutiny. I write this now as a prisoner from my own ship. This is first day of my captivity. My captors, AKA my former crew members, have taken me hostage. While the weekend showed promise of bonding and becoming a tight knit unit, today things all fell apart. Even though my […]
20 Ideas for Getting Kids to Eat Vegetables
Looking for fun ideas for getting kids to eat vegetables? Have a kid that won’t eat vegetables? Did you know that Dr. Sears recommends 9 to 12 servings of fruit and veggies each day. Yikes, right? Fruits and vegetables are rich in nutrients, packed with fiber, phytochemicals, and antioxidants which help to keep us healthy. […]
Faces of Our Seacoast: Closing the Distance Between Us
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I’m a librarian and last Sunday, our library closed because of the COVID-19 virus. Frankly IT. WAS. INSANE. It honestly felt like people were more worried about running out of books than milk or TP! Heartwarming, right? When we are facing isolation our first comfort – and more importantly our kids’ first comfort- is the […]
Captain’s Log, USS Coronavirus: Day 5
The day started with company in the bathroom. Since when does the Captain have to share The Head with another member of the crew? Of course it was the smallest (and least experienced) member of the crew. When I ordered her out of The Head she simply said, “I can’t”. I heard word that my […]
5 COVID-19 Inspired Drink Recipes for Coping with the Coronavirus
How are you coping with the Coronavirus? Are you doing okay with this new normal? At this stage of quarantine, I feel like I’m at greater risk from our precautions than Covid-19. I find myself suddenly doing double duty supporting students remotely while homeschooling my own kids. I just keep thinking, this is just a […]
Captain’s Log, USS Coronavirus: Day 4
Each day, I dress proudly in my Captain’s uniform. Today, the most senior crew member asked, “Why do you wear the same clothes every day?” Can you imagine asking a senior officer such a question about her uniform? Shocking lack of respect. I put her on cleanup duty. The middle ranking crew member has a […]
Social Distancing with Seacoast Nature Walks
As many of us hunker down and do our part to reduce the spread of COVID-19, many see social distancing meaning we must stay in our homes. Wrong. Go for a walk, hang out in the yard (if you have one), and go for a nearby nature hike. While this is not the time to […]