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Day 2 is drawing to a close. So far so good, although it's hard to feel like I can't just go out and run errands in town, as I normally do. And I am in mourning the fact that we may not be able to enjoy another pub visit for a long, long while. All three of us (Emma included) really enjoy English pubs.

Yesterday Emma and I made a carrot cake from one of my favorite baking websites:
https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/super-moist-carrot-cake/.  Delicious! Richard and I have both been on a bit of a diet for the past couple months, and eating one piece of cake made us feel slightly sick. But it sure tasted good going down.


We took a walk this morning and played some frisbee near our house. Spring has truly sprung here. People are definitely still out and about, but we didn't go into town, so perhaps it is less busy there. 



This afternoon, Emma and I worked on a puzzle for a bit. She did some homework, played Minecraft with friends in South Carolina, and worked on a Scratch project (for those who don't know, Scratch is a programming language that's used by many children to create fun games and animations).

At Richard's suggestion, we had a virtual dinner date with our friends in Warsaw. Through the miracle of technology (Skype) we were able to eat together and socialize. It was a great success and something we will do more of in the coming weeks and months. In a moment we are going to finish the board game we started last night (Settlers of Catan -- great game). 

I do feel that a schedule is crucial. We aren't sticking to it 100%, and it will need to be tweaked, but without it time can seem a little endless. 

Finally, in the good new category: the yoga center that I love is moving all its classes online. I am very much hoping that my favorite class -- taught by a woman in her 80s (she is amazing) -- will be on offer. Fingers crossed. 

Thinking of all of you each day....
xxx
Amanda 

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  1. UnknownApril 20, 2020 at 5:38 AM

    What a wonderful guest blog post on Dinky Doors. Wonderful package of words and photos on an entirely whimsical, highly interesting subject. Well done in every way, Emma.
    Love, Grandpa

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