tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-692517788030253147.post3548706967974448543..comments2024-01-15T12:17:49.418+02:00Comments on Midlife Singlemum: Corona Changed EverythingRachel Selbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13113411205306116614noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-692517788030253147.post-21559988130437293322020-08-06T12:19:33.686+03:002020-08-06T12:19:33.686+03:00I have a cousin in the north of Israel who sent h...I have a cousin in the north of Israel who sent her phone number for DD in case she needs it. And my sister said that if I were in hospital she would come out and stay with DD. So I do feel a bit better. <br />Good luck with your important changes. I hope this brings you some peace of mind aswell. xxx<br />Rachel Selbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13113411205306116614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-692517788030253147.post-17411116278665171592020-08-06T11:57:45.886+03:002020-08-06T11:57:45.886+03:00The issues you're considering resonate with me...The issues you're considering resonate with me too - as you probably know, my big worry is who would mind my two young adults if anything happened to me. And Covid has made that issue more urgent.<br /><br />It's also made me push ahead to make important changes even though the pandemic makes that harder, because I'm afraid that if I don't do it now, it may be too late.<br /><br />I hope you can get clarity over the issues that you and DD are facing, and can make a decision and act on it - being in limbo is an awful feeling xxxoftencalledcathyhttps://oftencalledcathy.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-692517788030253147.post-51848085923421088042020-08-06T03:20:14.848+03:002020-08-06T03:20:14.848+03:0024C is perfect weather. I'd like that all year...24C is perfect weather. I'd like that all year round. Rachel Selbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13113411205306116614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-692517788030253147.post-85991332185740356842020-08-06T01:48:49.143+03:002020-08-06T01:48:49.143+03:00Glad to hear everything is ok. Things are fine he...Glad to hear everything is ok. Things are fine here just plodding along.<br />The weather was just gorgeous today - clear blue skies, a lovely breeze and around 24C! I hope it stays this way for at least a few more days. I have much more energy.<br />Stay safe!Margie from Torontohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10103835021764804099noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-692517788030253147.post-80302374898967647432020-08-05T15:48:31.810+03:002020-08-05T15:48:31.810+03:00Hi Margie, We're fine thanks. It's been a...Hi Margie, We're fine thanks. It's been a busy couple of weeks. Although we're not really going out, I've had a lot of online work to do. Also, there's not much to say that hasn't already been said. How are you doing? And thanks for your concern. Take care. xxxRachel Selbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13113411205306116614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-692517788030253147.post-62982743059126222202020-08-05T14:32:51.850+03:002020-08-05T14:32:51.850+03:00Hi Rachel - how are you doing? You haven't po...Hi Rachel - how are you doing? You haven't posted in a bit so thought I'd check in. Hope things aren't too stressful.Margie from Torontohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10103835021764804099noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-692517788030253147.post-51280282555782554362020-07-31T12:45:19.356+03:002020-07-31T12:45:19.356+03:00Thank you. Good to hear confirmation about being c...Thank you. Good to hear confirmation about being careful from a doctor. Shabbat Shalom xRachel Selbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13113411205306116614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-692517788030253147.post-59721942860668693992020-07-31T08:10:03.914+03:002020-07-31T08:10:03.914+03:00There’s a lot that resonates for me here, especial...There’s a lot that resonates for me here, especially the aspect of a bilingual child having a disadvantage in the school system. As well, as a doctor, I am over cautious, almost OCD about Coronavirus, and often I feel like my daughter and I are “suckers” for being careful when everyone else seems to be taking vacations and having fun. One thing I can say, America is not an option now, and I am in fact grateful for Israel, even with all its mess. You are a smart and brave woman, and an exceptional mother.Dochttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05261212450148255826noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-692517788030253147.post-27701820824972291312020-07-31T08:10:01.690+03:002020-07-31T08:10:01.690+03:00There’s a lot that resonates for me here, especial...There’s a lot that resonates for me here, especially the aspect of a bilingual child having a disadvantage in the school system. As well, as a doctor, I am over cautious, almost OCD about Coronavirus, and often I feel like my daughter and I are “suckers” for being careful when everyone else seems to be taking vacations and having fun. One thing I can say, America is not an option now, and I am in fact grateful for Israel, even with all its mess. You are a smart and brave woman, and an exceptional mother.Dochttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05261212450148255826noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-692517788030253147.post-56679313016854700872020-07-29T11:05:16.235+03:002020-07-29T11:05:16.235+03:00You're right Margie. I got lots of messages of...You're right Margie. I got lots of messages of support on facebook over this post but also many people messaged me privately to express similar feelings. We're ok - we'll have to tighten our belts but we have a roof over our heads and I still have some of my work (not exactly sure how much at this point). Others have lost thier businesses and/or rent their homes. I'm feeling a bit vulnerable, as you say, but there are many others far worse off. (You do have extreme temps in Canada, don't you?). Lots of love Margie. And take care. xxxRachel Selbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13113411205306116614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-692517788030253147.post-79602406838231186292020-07-29T03:55:58.190+03:002020-07-29T03:55:58.190+03:00Given your situation, you are a wise woman to face...Given your situation, you are a wise woman to face these issues and to acknowledge that they are issues for both you and DD. I think that Covid-19 has made all of us more aware of these sorts of things. I've always lived on my own and my family all live outside of the city and many of my friends are in the same boat, single, divorced or widowed. It is the first time in my life that I have actually felt vulnerable. It does help to talk things over with others in a similar situation. I also think it's one of the reasons why we have all kept in touch so much more than normal - by phone, text, Zoom or email. At least we know others are thinking of us.<br />PS - you would not catch me hiking or sunbathing either - especially not at 34C. I spent this past weekend hibernating as it hit nearly 40C on Sunday!!<br />Hang in there.Margie from Torontohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10103835021764804099noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-692517788030253147.post-89127030723674800722020-07-27T18:29:29.893+03:002020-07-27T18:29:29.893+03:00Thanks Leah xxxThanks Leah xxxRachel Selbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13113411205306116614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-692517788030253147.post-5912234710282479542020-07-27T13:57:23.444+03:002020-07-27T13:57:23.444+03:00hugs. wish I had advice or words of wisdom.hugs. wish I had advice or words of wisdom.Leah Goodmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16546935038863589318noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-692517788030253147.post-81435747591901966772020-07-27T00:38:39.309+03:002020-07-27T00:38:39.309+03:00Thank you Ben. I don't believe we know each ot...Thank you Ben. I don't believe we know each other but your words are lovely. xxRachel Selbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13113411205306116614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-692517788030253147.post-51010550811843346752020-07-26T20:19:19.109+03:002020-07-26T20:19:19.109+03:00But you have always been a fighter who would be lo...But you have always been a fighter who would be losted without a challenge -the sun will shine again or in your terms snowflakes will irrigate the scrub land<br />We all want more than the best for our offspring a least you rose to the challenge- unlike this writer<br />DONT be so hard on yourself you have given life it is for DD when she grows up to build on it<br />Everything is transitional even standing still Love <br />Ben Kadishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09336614994174245341noreply@blogger.com