March 97th

One of many memes I'm liking right now says, "In case you're wondering, today is March 97th." lol  It really has felt like a long month... we're all in a whole different world now than we were when it started!  I hope that April brings good news and continued health for you!

What have I been up to lately?  Oh, you know, staying super busy... ;-)

Today is National Crayon Day... because there's a day for everything now!  But in honor of that, I got the coloring book back out as I listened to Tina Fey's audiobook this morning. The book is hilarious, and the coloring is cathartic and brings back childhood memories. =)

Also been watching a lot of Parenthood lately... in case you're wondering, Haddie's the worst - all her reactions seem fake and unrelatable.  (This scene = her going off to college... byeeee!)  Sydney is second worst - total brat.  Amber is by far the most interesting and my favorite character in this show, followed by Sarah and Adam. Then Mr. Cyr - he's pretty great!

I've been extra-snacky, but I've also done lots of cooking lately, including this random thrown-together soup, tacos, lasagna, pasta, and baked goods.  I bought more groceries today, gearing up for a healthier April! 

I'm trying out online counseling through BetterHelp this month (so far, so good - I like my counselor, the price is good, and I like that we talk via writing).  Tonight, she wrote: "Success is cumulative--small steps leading up to something big. Your approach this go 'round will also be mindset. Lindsey, if we fall off... no biggie, we get back on the horse... each time.  That's success too." ❤ 

Everything at the courthouse feels surreal right now... multiple signs posted on each door, the main entrance is closed off, the side entrance is set up where a woman wearing a mask takes your temperature first thing when you walk in... then Shawn and Jamie (our sheriff deputies) were both wearing masks yesterday too.  And there's basically no one but a small crew of employees coming in and out, so it's all pretty quiet and strange.  Seeing this video of Tiffany and Devon making a hands-free drop-off to Shawn in the rotunda made me happy! #courthouseshenanigans

Last night, I had a virtual Zoom meeting with the Woodlake group!  No board games this time, but it was fun to see everyone and laugh and catch up! =)

And tonight I had a HouseParty app meeting with friends from the women's lifegroup, which was also really great! =)  *Multiple times this week with all these new virtual hangouts, I've thought of Kip singing to LaFawnduh, "Yusss, I love technologyyy, but NOT as much as you, you seeee!" lolol

Mom tells me the Jaceman had a Zoom meeting with his classmates today and he and a couple friends stayed on the call for over two hours! lol Anyway, I am thankful for technology and being able to connect and chat with friends and family (and counselors and teachers and classmates, etc.).  It's a gift, especially right now!

My earlier advice for Christians to exercise God-given wisdom still stands strong!!  Between some painfully arrogant and illogical FB posts by Christians (who claim to be pro-life until they have a choice between risking the lives of more vulnerable people vs. risking economic failure), Liberty University's idiotic decision to ignore basic science (HERE), Hobby Lobby's stubborn defiance of laws and mistreatment of sick employees (HERE and HERE), the Florida pastor who refused to close his megachurch and ended up getting arrested (HERE), and the church choir that chose to meet and ended up with 45 COVID-positive members where two have died (HERE)... the church is reeeeally coming off well here.  *Insert heartbreak and facepalm emoji*  To the wealthy men in charge of each of these organizations, God is not obligated to protect you from the natural consequences of your stupidity.  And if you must insist on being this arrogant and reckless with people's lives, at least stop putting God's name behind your foolish decisions!  *End rant.

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Okay, reining it in, here's a comforting verse reminding us to slow down and seek God above all else.  Be PRESENT here and now in whatever God has for you today, and don't let your mind fall into stress and worry thinking about the future!

Happy last day of March, friends. Wishing you love and peace! ❤