It’s wet and wild outside and I don’t want to get up. Thankfully it’s Sunday so I don’t have to, well not yet anyway. I’m not budging, content to stay under the covers and write some words instead. It’s still dark, very dark, so I can’t see what is going on outside. But I can hear it, and that’s more than enough proof for me. The wind howling, the rain splattering off the bedroom window. That’s all I need to know.
The real world is a bit like that at the minute. Since finishing work on Friday I haven’t ventured out of the village. My only forays have been to the local shop for essential supplies. Chocolate, crisps. Stuff like that. I worked on my latest manuscript yesterday and, in the evening, watched a movie with Fionnuala and the girls – ‘Enola Holmes’ on Netflix: very good, by the way, should you have two hours to kill. The ‘real’ world can wait.
I’ve watched the news and been aware of what’s going on outside. President Trump is in hospital, infection rates in Northern Ireland remain worryingly high, the Covidiots still refuse to wear masks and follow basic health and safety instructions. It’s the same sad, tired, old story. Why on earth would anybody want to get out of bed for that? This pandemic has brought out the best in some people, as well as the very worst in others.
Monday will roll around soon enough. Another week at work, I’ll have no choice but to get up and venture into Belfast. I don’t particularly want to but the bills won’t pay themselves. I hope this week brings out the best in me and I have the patience and dignity to rise above the many things that anger and annoy me. If I bite my lip much more, it may well fall off. Until then, though, I’ll stay under the covers a little while longer.
Black Thoughts 
Covidiots get sick.
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I feel sorrier for the innocent people they are infecting 😐
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Trade me?
Sitting in a rained on car on the way to a chilly baseball match that will probably end up getting canceled 🤪🤣
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Ha Ha. I didn’t take you for a baseball fan?
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Haha – I play softball myself and coach a junior baseballteam so…ehhhh….I think I am 🤭🤣
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As a spend a good part of my life driving my son & daughter to rugby & football training, I feel your pain 😂
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I swear…I’m going to be frozen solid til well into my 40s after today.
At least I’ll be well-preserved, I guess!
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Did you survive)
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Just barely!
But yes 🤭🤣
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Phew 😅
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I watched Enola Holmes a few days ago too. I enjoyed it.
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Yes. It was very good 👍🏻
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Having the same experience here on the other side of the world, Stephen and Fionnuala! Cool and rainy here in Michigan in the US. Enjoying some peaceful quiet with a large mug of coffee, and checking the news to see how the President is doing. Praying for all who are down with Covid-19, regardless of if they were being responsible or not when they got it. Being retired, the husband and I are able to mostly stay out of the public and crowds. In spite of all the negatives happening in the world, I see good things happening too. Blessings to your family!
Maggie
alwaysreading1
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Thank you for you positive comments, Maggie. Much appreciated 🙂
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I have had that feeling too. Staying in bed under the covers seems like the best decision to make…
my boss at the NHS practice I work for would prefer it if I turned up for work though. Shame.
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Bosses can be so boring 😂
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I feel the same way. I feel like getting out of bed means that my week will start before I know it. Last week was so tough. I don’t think I can handle another week like that. Ugh
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Hang in there 🙂
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I hear you, Stephen. It’s actually a beautiful day here. The sun is shining, which helps me slough off some of the depression that wants to kick my butt. I am fighting if off once again. I am grateful I have the tools to do so. Prayer helps a lot. But this pandemic really is wearing on a person. And when the weather is nasty it makes it all seem that much heavier. But, I keep telling myself, God IS in control, despite all the bad news and the coiviots as you call them. I think those people are so afraid of change and that may be at the base of it – or they just don’t care. Being a person who tries to believe in the goodness in humankind, I try not to think that – but I do, sometimes. Anyway, I hope your day brings sweet surprises to leaven out the bitter. Take care my friend.
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Thank you Carol. Wishing you and your family well 🙂
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You’re so very welcome – returning greetings to all inhabitants of Chez Black 🙂
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Me too, Stephen, the world can get along without me today. I am planning a pot of chili/mac soup for supper – perfect for the rainy, cold day we are having here.
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Very wise indeed. Enjoy 😊
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I have encouraging (factual, logical, scientific) news, but I hesitate to share it because of the number of people who have refused to be encouraged and just get angry with me. So, have a nice day. Or not. 😏
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Thank you 😊
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I went back to bed this morning. That’s the beauty of Sundays!
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I’m jealous 😊
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I keep getting adverts for Enola Holmes – next time I’ll watch it! Understanding your frustrations, corona feels endless. Hope you have a good week.
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Thank you. Enjoy the movie 🍿
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Oh how I can relate! I could just hide in my duvet everyday right now🙁
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Me too lol
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Good reading. We are definitely experiencing challenging times. I know I encounter more and more people who are discouraged, lonely, and anxious. Thanks for sharing your heart with us.
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You’re welcome. Thank you 😊
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Under the covers is sometimes the best place to be❣️ I watched “Enola Holmes” ~it was such a wonderful break from reality. Take care! May rainbows form over you today!
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Thank you. Yes, great little film 🎥
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Some days I don’t feel like doing much of anything either.
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I agree, ‘Enola Holmes’ was a very enjoyable movie. 😊 Go well into this coming week, too.
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Thank you. Yes, we all loved it 🙂
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I have felt much the same over the last few months, but I do get out of bed. If only for coffee. Thanks!
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Coffee certainly helps 🙂
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