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Late update is late. Again.
Hello, everyone! It's been a year since I posted, so I decided to give you all an update. C:
Covid hasn't had a real effect on me, aside from raising my general stress level. I already worked at home, watched (or actually mostly listen to) a lot of different streaming services, and spent QT with my beloved cats. Grocery shopping became more complicated, and I almost ran out of sugar, but things aren't too changed.
One close friend had to be tested bc of exposure to a Covid-positive person at her workplace, and at least one more distant friend. (Both negative, thankfully!) Now I'm waiting for results on a family member, who had a classmate who tested positive. T.T This really brings it home. Terrifying stuff.
I don't remember most of this year, thanks to being in a constant state of near panic with my job. I do dearly love my job, still, but I've slowed down and can't keep up the frenetic pace I've needed for the past 15 years. I've given up 2.5 volumes to pinch hitters and that has been a big help. To be honest, I don't remember actively lettering several of my most recent books. I know I DID, but damned if I actually remember doing it. The pages are all a complete blur in my mind. O.o
So 2020 has been a dumpster fire for me, too, if for different reasons than most people. To mark the occasion, here is a great song parody that my lovely friend Mab introduced me to. It was created in April and is a bit out of date, but still good. Enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lK6tdsVS2tI
Covid hasn't had a real effect on me, aside from raising my general stress level. I already worked at home, watched (or actually mostly listen to) a lot of different streaming services, and spent QT with my beloved cats. Grocery shopping became more complicated, and I almost ran out of sugar, but things aren't too changed.
One close friend had to be tested bc of exposure to a Covid-positive person at her workplace, and at least one more distant friend. (Both negative, thankfully!) Now I'm waiting for results on a family member, who had a classmate who tested positive. T.T This really brings it home. Terrifying stuff.
I don't remember most of this year, thanks to being in a constant state of near panic with my job. I do dearly love my job, still, but I've slowed down and can't keep up the frenetic pace I've needed for the past 15 years. I've given up 2.5 volumes to pinch hitters and that has been a big help. To be honest, I don't remember actively lettering several of my most recent books. I know I DID, but damned if I actually remember doing it. The pages are all a complete blur in my mind. O.o
So 2020 has been a dumpster fire for me, too, if for different reasons than most people. To mark the occasion, here is a great song parody that my lovely friend Mab introduced me to. It was created in April and is a bit out of date, but still good. Enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lK6tdsVS2tI
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Fingers crossed your family member is negative for the test. It's really horrible. Be well and stay safe.
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No news on the family member yet. *deep breath*
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You doing Yuletide this year? I'm going to write a treat. but not sign up. That way I have a deadline, but if I don't make it, no one is let down this time. C: Last time I signed up for Yuletide was 2017.
Maybe we can do a socially distanced write-in? I know Mab would like to see you again. (Mab is a "they" now, BTW.) Too bad the weather is generally crappy in December, that makes parks less of an option. :P
Anyway, great to hear from you!
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I think the stress of all the things is killing brain cells, it slows down time and space in odd ways.
between all that is going on... as 2020 is more zombie apocalypse .. complete with scavenging forays out of the bunker, trying to avoid the infected...
other than the lack of book shopping and events, my world is pretty much the same...I miss eating out, and a lot of places have gone out of business which is more than sad.
the new normal hasnt jelled yet, folks seem to think that they are going to wake up and its all back to normal, and thats never quite going to happen .
Sitting at level 2 for the fires wasnt fun, nor thinking about losing the book collection either.
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I saw Oregon City was threatened. X( I'm so sorry, that must have been terrible!! I know that I would be willing to drive to your place and take a box or two of books for safekeeping, if this ever happens again. Christine proposed the idea on the Discord, actually. If all the book club regulars could foster a box or two, we could hopefully safekeep at least the most valuable and beloved of your collection.
Maybe I'll see you on Tuesday via Zoom? Do please continue to avoid the infected! Also I have a new phone, could you email me your number? They weren't able to transfer anything over from my old one. T.T
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I cant seem to make the 7pm zoom book discussions, I get up so late, that I have to hustle to get errands done on tuesdays and by the time I get home its 8 pm... most places close so early, its impossible.
I miss the group and the people, I fear that the new normal isnt going to be something I can deal with... sigh.