Saturday, 31 July 2021

Share Four Somethings - July

We spent the month in lockdown, and I'm guessing because of those protestors adding to the spread, another month has been slapped on us. I have heard disturbing stories out of hospitals but basic maths on the numbers of people requiring ventilators as the numbers grow makes it abundantly clear we will be at capacity quite soon (and I'm talking weeks not months). So stop being jerks, stay home, get tested and let's get out of this. And please don't send our unvaccinated 17 year olds back to school. That seems is dangerous and irresponsible.

Note the photos are just a random collection taken on dog walks from around the neighbourhood,...



Something Loved: I got a ticket to Tomorrowland and have been working my way through the sets. My favourite DJ's were a little lack lustre but then I stumbled across Claptone. His blistering set was cheery and uplifting. I've listened to it four times already. It was the perfect pick me up for lockdown. Full set is here, or this song is a glimpse of his style. he is also generously doing livestreams almost daily. My morning so a perfect kickstart to these dull days.


Something Read (or Said): I just read Careful, He Might Hear You for bookclub. At a glance it was very unappealing to me but it is a brilliant book. The writing is fabulous and it's charming and sweet and funny. I devoured it as it delighted me. Perfect for lockdown and set all over Sydney, back in the 30's. Bonus is it's a Text Classic so quite cheap too.





Something Treasured:  My eldest's partner was at work and the three kids were eating lunch on the deck in the sun. I was folding washing on the drying rack next to them, listening to them laugh and joke, teasing their sister (about her information about watermelon farmers in Japan and the price of them - long story). It was jumbled and chaotic but jovial and silly. It felt like before - like long lost time that we can barely remember. It made my heart sing.



Something Ahead: Next weekend I was meant to go to a talk On Creativity at the Opera House with Pasi Sahlberg. The Opera House has kindly offered to forge ahead online, so I am looking forward to that. Also another round of Furious Fiction is due (sign up here for anyone who likes a quick, free creative challenge). Some of you may recall how much it lifted my spirits last month, so give it a go if you haven't already.

Keep Calm and Carry On Linking Sunday
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14 comments:

  1. Jackie McGuinness1 August 2021 at 05:53

    I feel your pain. We had the longest lockdown in North America. From last November until June. But it paid off, our numbers are looking good. Of course 80% have been vaccinated. But I don't think we are out of the woods yet.

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  2. Natalie1 August 2021 at 12:51

    I enjoyed listening to Claptone. Will check out the book you mentioned, too. Hang in there. I feel your pain. Thank you for linking up with #weekendcoffeeshare.

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  3. stevebethere2 August 2021 at 14:22

    I agree with you Lydia we are going around in circles too :-(

    Nice post and interesting too :-)

    Have a safetastic week 👍

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  4. Heather{Our Life In a Click}3 August 2021 at 15:57

    Sounds like you are keeping occupied during this trying time!

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  5. the next best thing to mummy8 August 2021 at 04:17

    I can't believe that we are into August already, the Christmas cards will be in the shops soon#mischiefandmemories@_karendennis

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  6. NCSue11 August 2021 at 12:54

    Keeping busy, aren't you? We're now masking up and avoiding crowds again. <>
    Thanks for sharing at https://image-in-ing.blogspot.com/2021/08/some-gentle-wisdom.html

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  7. Katrina | ChatterFox12 August 2021 at 07:05

    I hope you manage to regain control of the numbers soon, it's terrifying to see them rise so rapidly. Who knows when this will all be over. I'm in the UK and despite the lifting of restrictions going ahead the numbers continue to rise, it feels inescapable.

    Katrina x
    #Mischiefand Memories

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  8. GayNYCDad12 August 2021 at 07:18

    What a great collection, and good way to note the happenings in your life to refer back to some day!

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  9. betty-NZ15 August 2021 at 02:02

    Those are interesting choices. It's such a strange time for everybody.

    Thanks for sharing your link at My Corner of the World this week!

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  10. Melbourne Australia Photos15 August 2021 at 05:37

    Ugh... Our lockdown is being extended as well, thanks to irresponsible people and that includes politicians and public servants in high places. Hang on in there, Lydia!
    Thank you for taking part in the "My Sunday Best" meme.

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  11. Our Growing Family15 August 2021 at 07:21

    I wish we were under lockdown. Too many people acting like life is normal again now while it is certainly not. We are seeing 1000/week averages again in MI. Our family is being responsible, but so many aren't. FL is seeing 20,000/day cases. All because selfishness. Anyway, I love your treasured simplicity and photos from the week. Thank you for linking up. #KCACOLS www.growingexceptional.com

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  12. Shelley (Wander & Luxe)17 August 2021 at 08:24

    I hope you are doing okay during lockdown - there is no denying how tough it is. The past 18 months in the UK has been very hard indeed. Keep safe xx #KCACOLS

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  13. Helen Copson19 August 2021 at 13:44

    Lockdown in the UK has been hard too. I love your treasured moment. Thanks so much for linking up at #KCACOLS.

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  14. A Moment With Franca21 August 2021 at 11:30

    Hope things are okay during lockdown over there. Our lockdowns were very hard here. I really hope we don't have to come back to that again after the summer. Hope the time passes quick for you. #KCACOLS X

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