The warm weather has moved on, leaving still dry and bright, but much cooler days.
I have made a modest start de-cluttering my house. Hopefully my efforts will gain momentum as these days of lock down continue. But the situation we all find ourselves in could have been far less catastrophic had the virus threat been addressed far earlier, perhaps at the time Italy went into lockdown. Right at the beginning of my cruise to South America, I was unaware, completely, of Covid 19 which apparently came into being in mid December.
I have just watched the movie “Contagion” which seemed to mirror what is happening right now. Except, according to the T.V. synopsis, this was made in 2011. There were, in the movie, phrases which I had not heard until now, e.g. “social distancing.” And in the film, the virus was traced back to far eastern food preparation practices, just like now.
Yesterday, I was delighted with the number of people who telephoned, e-mailed or texted me. I was kept busy most of the day.
YouTube has a lot to answer for. I seem to spend hours watching the videos and other items they seem to have collated especially for me. All of a sudden, there are Peter Paul and Mary concerts, some filmed in the mid 1960s. There are numerous ship and train videos, and films documenting England in the “good old days.” This is all very remarkable, and rarely do I find myself bored. I’m not a fan of the digital age, but all this is somewhat remarkable. Even being able to write this blog is a miracle of modern times. I just wish I could upload photographs; that used to be no problem.
I am thoroughly enjoying the I.T.V. drama “Quiz.” Michael Sheen plays a very convincing Chris Tarrant.
I may as well include today in this blog. It is gorgeous outside and although discouraged from leaving the house, not going out for a walk is a greater “sin.” I was surprised and delighted to hear from one of my colleagues at church, whom I remember as a regular member of the clergy. We have both received plenteous offers of assistance e.g. with shopping. He has maintained his independence very much better than I have!
Wednesday 15th April. 14.50 hrs.
This brings my writings almost up to date. I think it’s time for that stroll. Thanks for reading, David, 15/4/20, 15.05 hrs.
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