The Upside of a Pandemic

Before the stay at home order was issued in March the Heinisch family had spent quite a bit of time on the go.  Thus, it was a big change for us to be home for six straight weeks at the start of the pandemic.  When the order was lifted at the beginning of May we realized that we had grown accustomed to being at home and didn't really change our routine much.  With all of the COVID outbreaks occurring after Memorial Day weekend we decided to make social distancing the norm for those living in our home.  Thus, we have limited social gatherings to small outdoor groups and have found many more ways to enjoy life at the Heinisch home instead of away from it.   The outside projector, bonfire pit, endless games of Ticket to Ride, the NBA playoffs, driveway basketball, feeding the birds, craft projects and daily walks have been just a few activities that we have relied on to keep us entertained during the current healthcare crisis.  It will be strange when life goes back to the way it was before the spring of 2020.  Until then I will appreciate the fun the we have been having enjoying the simple life.