Teddy -- not the cuddly bears many of us know, but more like that obnoxious bear from the move Ted! This storm adds fear and disrupts an already bizarre time. I've packed the key needs for the furry one and me should we need to vacate. I've tucked the compost bin into a more sheltered area. I've moved plant pots from the porch into the basement. I've located the battery operated lights and radio and charged all electronic devices. Foods that can be easily prepared without power have been placed in a central location. I guess that is about all I can do. Now it is time to do usual things -- in an unusually dark house due to heavy cloud cover -- listen to the rain on the roof, watch a recorded movie, make dinner and write the blog <smile>. I have a new book to read should the television be stricken from that list. Preparation does help with some calming -- a way of feeling a bit more in control, I guess.
The world keeps moving forward. During the pandemic, seasons have changed twice along with local drought (and resultant fire risk) and the many other issues to contend with. While packing my go bag, I realized that I needed sanitizer and masks -- new items to add to that standing list. The world continues and we adapt. In the midst of the storm chaos, I should find some comfort in this perspective.
This song has been in my head a lot lately. Stay safe. Enjoy!
Shelter from the Storm -- Bob Dylan
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