Searching For Our “New Normal” With School Closures

Ohio: All schools are now closed through May 1, ordered by Governor Mike DeWine. I doubt the kids will be going back at all for the remainder of the academic year. For so many parents, this will be the first time for balancing homeschool, working from home, and housework. It’s definitely MY first time tackling…… Continue reading Searching For Our “New Normal” With School Closures

Socially Distant Spring Break

Beginning at 11:59pm, Monday, March 23, all Ohioans were ordered to stay at home by Governor Mike DeWine. Unless you are an “essential worker,” or going to the grocery store or doctor, you should keep your ass at home. Well…The kids haven’t gone any further than a simple walk down the street since schools closed…… Continue reading Socially Distant Spring Break

Coronavirus in Ohio: Doomsday Prepping, Bunker Life, and The Helpers

This morning, I woke up sweating and convinced I contracted Coronavirus. Turns out, The Husband thought 77 was the perfect thermostat setting for Bunker Life. Yesterday morning, I made the scary trip to the grocery store to Doomsday-Prep. I’m not gonna lie – I was absolutely one of the yahoos with a ridiculous amount of…… Continue reading Coronavirus in Ohio: Doomsday Prepping, Bunker Life, and The Helpers

Coronavirus 3-Week-Long Spring Break in Ohio

I know I joke an awful lot when it comes to serious issues. It’s a problem. Or maybe it’s a cure? I have always had a tendency to say the most inappropriate things at the wrong times. But hey, that’s just me. I feel better when I make a joke about something scary. It doesn’t…… Continue reading Coronavirus 3-Week-Long Spring Break in Ohio