I Used To Pray For Times Like This

So, I was sitting here, sipping my coffee, and it hit me. I mean, really hit me. You know that feeling when you realize you've been walking around with your fly unzipped all day? Yeah, it was like that, but less embarrassing and more 'holy moly, I've been asking for this' kind of moment.

I've been praying for times like this, you know? Not in a 'please send me a pandemic' kind of way, but more like, 'I wish I could just slow down, appreciate the little things, and maybe learn a new skill or two.' Well, here we are, folks. The universe must've been listening to my ramblings because it's like I ordered a side of 'global pause' with my coffee.

Welcome to the Great Indoors

I mean, who would've thought that 'social distancing' would become a thing? I always thought that was just something introverts did to avoid small talk at parties. But here we are, six feet apart, and suddenly, I'm missing the good old days of crowded subways and long lines at the grocery store. Isn't that something?

But hey, on the bright side, I've finally mastered the art of making sourdough bread. Yes, you heard it right. I'm now a professional baker... in my kitchen. I've named my starter 'Covid-19: The Rise'. It's a bit dark, I know, but humor is my coping mechanism, okay?

Zoom Calls and Tiger King

I've also become a bit of an expert on video conferencing. I mean, who needs to leave the house when you can attend a meeting, a yoga class, and a friend's birthday party all from the comfort of your PJs? And don't even get me started on Netflix. I've binged so many shows, I'm pretty sure I could direct a few episodes of 'Tiger King' by now.

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But in all seriousness, it's been a strange time. I've missed out on so many plans, so many hugs, so many... well, everything. But I've also gained something. Perspective, maybe? A newfound appreciation for the mundane? A sudden urge to learn how to knit? Who knows?

Looking Ahead

I've been thinking a lot about what comes next. I mean, we're all just trying to navigate this new normal, right? Some days, I feel like I'm doing great. I'm productive, I'm learning, I'm growing. Other days, I'm just trying to keep my head above water. And that's okay. It's okay to have bad days. It's okay to not be okay all the time.

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But here's the thing. We're all in this together. We're all just trying to make the best of a weird situation. So, let's cut each other some slack. Let's check in on our friends. Let's appreciate the little things. Because, you know what? I think we've all earned a bit of kindness and understanding.

And who knows? Maybe, just maybe, we'll come out of this a little bit better. A little bit kinder. A little bit more grateful for the little things. Because, let's face it, we've all been praying for times like this. We just didn't know it would look like this.