Coronavirus: How to keep busy while social distancing?

@Courtney_J Now this one is more my speed! If I do much more than stand up too quickly these days I'm out of breath! I've been keeping myself busy by working on my pile of crossword puzzles I cut out every day! 

@mr1964 How did the stretching go? I'm glad you liked the video!

Hello all,

Now today for our plant-loving members, I've got a little something for you! While we may not be able to get out as much to care for our gardens, here's a little video with some DIY ideas for gardening indoors:

8 Things You Can Upcycle Into Planters, Buzzfeed Nifty

Gardening and doing good for the planet? What could be better? 

Let us all know if you try any of the projects!

Take care,

Courtney

Hi all,

This pandemic is not helping my depression.  I need to vent to anyone wanting to listen.  The other day my depression was so bad I was actually crying.

@shorty Hello shorty, thank you for sharing how you're feeling. This is a such a difficult time for all, especially for those dealing with mental health. How are you coping? The Carenity community is here for you to vent to!

Hello everyone,

Sorry I'm a bit late today with our daily activity. But today I come bearing some advice from the organization queen herself, Marie Kondo!

Marie Kondo Organises a Junk Drawer, Apartment Therapy

Don't we all have a drawer, or in my case a whole closet, where we put those things that don't seem to have their place? Well in this video Marie shows us some good techniques for finally getting a hand on that mess! 

Let us all know if you try her organization tricks! 

Take care,

Courtney

Hello everyone!

How are you today? The weekend is quickly approaching and the weather forecast maybe calling for some nice spring weather! 

It's recommended to get at least 10 to 15 minutes of sunshine per day. So for the lucky ones who have a backyard or outdoor space, take advantage if you can! For the others, standing near a sunny window also counts.  

Today's little activity: karaoke! What a better way to ring in the weekend than by singing some of our favorite songs! You can do this alone or with others, it's always a lot of fun. 

Here is a small selection of classics across the decades:

Karaoke 60's, 70's, 80's & 90's

Are you going to give it a try? What's your favorite decade for music? 

Take care,

Courtney

My favorite decade for music was the '90s.  I often listen artists like Tori Amos, and R.E.M. while I am between gaming sessions or working out (which is basically spring cleaning with enthusiasm. it is almost spring after all. :)

@UnschathedSpade7 Ooh yes, the 90's was such a good decade for music! I don't know Tori Amos, but I am familiar with R.E.M.! I will be get my 90's playlist on tonight!

Hello members,

What did you do this weekend to stay busy? I managed to get a little time in the sun by planting some seeds I had lying around! 

Today's activity idea takes place in the kitchen! Here is a simple recipe for some breakfast cookies!

3-INGREDIENT BANANA OATMEAL BREAKFAST COOKIES

This period is difficult enough as it is, we might as well indulge a bit!  Let us all know if you try out the recipe!

Take care,

Courtney

Hello everyone,

Sorry I'm a bit late with my post today! What have you been doing to keep busy?

Today's activity is a craft, but a very useful one! As there is currently a shortage of masks, you may want to make one for yourself or for your loved ones, or even for the healthcare professionals in your community! Here's a helpful how-to video by a Parsons School of Design professor:

How to sew a face mask, Washington Post

Let me know if you give it a try, this could be a fun weekend project!

Take care,

Courtney