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October 16, 2020

One Step Forward Five Steps Back

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Some days there is just that overwhelming feeling that despite our best efforts and putting one step forward we seem to be losing ground. I have felt that way this past week.

Am I alone?

The Covid-19 numbers are on their way to a third spike and it is making me both sad and mad.

Sad that as the due date of our grandson approaches I realize that the possibility of seeing him soon after his birth is getting slimmer and slimmer.

Sad that once again my mom’s care center is on lockdown from outside visitation as an employee tested positive. I applaud their protocol but it makes me realize that that window to see her this year is also getting narrow.

Mad that people are being careless and taking risks that affect others.

Mad that we just can’ not get a handle on this virus.

One step forward. A million steps back. It seems to be the way things are going.

I am not normally a glass half empty type of person and I really am still not but I must admit I am getting a tad bit discouraged by it all. I doubt that I am alone. I am trying to rally my inner positivity, pray for calmness and peace and move forward. Even if it is just an inch it is progress.

I would love to hear about anything that you have done that has helped you with maintaining your positivity during this frustrating time. Leave me a comment and remember that each comment this month means a 50 cent donation to our Comments for a Cause – In the Pink.

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