So another week of no swimming however it was a holiday weekend for many people. Hoping that despite the hard time’s people got to spend time with close loved ones and celebrate. In other news, I’ve built up quite the activity list of things to do while the pandemic is going on.

I have made a makeshift face mask no sewing required. It requires fabric if you're in need use an old t-shirt, but luckily my mom found some fabric laying around in the house, so I was able to use that. Hair ties, i would recommend ones that have been stretched out but look don’t be afraid to just use ones you have or pieces of elastic and then optional use of a coffee filter. If you type in how to make a face mask on youtube simple directions come up. Check out: How to make a facemask, HERE

There are two reasons I chose to make a face mask. First off, people on the front line need actual medical-grade masks more than I do. Front line workers use the face mask for PPE or protection against the disease. I wear a mask for two reasons to protect myself and two protect others.

So due to the fact that I have been going a bit stir crazy, I adventured out to some outdoor areas. John Heinz National Recreation Center. It’s a very gorgeous bird and fish sanctuary. it has several short trails. There were several people out when i went but it wasn’t crowded or overrun by people. Some people wore masks and some didn’t. It opens from sunrise to 8 pm.

The other place I went to was Bartram’s Garden. Things are just starting to bud but it was nice to just get outside and see some flowers. Bartram’s Garden is in West Philadelphia so because of this, I had the chance to check out a few local art murals in the area before heading home. The city was, in fact, a ghost town. I would say less populated than the outdoor spaces I went too. I suppose that good because that means people are following the CDC guidelines. Good JOB Philadelphia!

Be safe and wash your hands we will get through this!

Stay safe everyone!