Corona Virus Blog- 31 March 2020

31 Mar

Welcome to the blog....

The whole world seems to be going through this crisis and I thought that it might be interesting to write my own story of this time as a record of something that will be remembered by us all in the years ahead.... much like in earlier times we heard about the Great Depression and the wars...

So today was a delightful day weather wise here in Melbourne the temp was in the 20’s and clear sky... typical of autumn in Melbourne

I decided today I would pass on a ride as I have had daily rides for the past 12 days

The day began at at about 6.30 am with an update on the Covid virus on the television wise bad news continuing in the USA and the UK and even worse news in Spain and Italy where it seems the virus spread is out of control

Here in Australia the news is a bit brighter with a slow down in the rate of increase in the cases of the virus

We are in somewhat of a lockdown with the government advisory being to stay at home but for trips to the supermarket, medical appointments, necessary work and the like

It is forbidden to meet in groups of over 2 persons and there is limited visits to parks and bike riding is allowed

Social distancing applies with persons not allowed to get closer that 1.5 metres

I managed to get a coffee at my local cafe .... Zimt... which was in a takeaway mode. The staff are wonderful and the coffee was enjoyable

After doing some Alkira business following a Board meeting on the previous evening it was off to Bunnings to stock up on supplies to keep me occupied in the lockdown. Some paint for the outside of the house and some new exterior lights will keep me busy.... funny really as I absolutely hate painting and I am sure that I might get an electric shock installing the lights!!!

In the evening it was delightful to wash the cars with the grandchildren who are living with us while their home is being renovated

A few days a go Robyn organised some teddy bears to be hung in our front windows which seems to be a trend in Melbourne.... at least they provide a friendly face at the front of the house

The highlight of the day was helping my grandson Cooper wash the cars with the high pressure hose... we ended being a bit wet

Hope you enjoy the blog

Some photos

Trying to decipher the colour of the paint at Bunnings!!!