COVID 19 Makes Things HARD Y'all!!!

 Where do I even begin?!?  Let's start with the fact that Karson was exposed on day 1 of school from a close friend and immediately went into 14 day quarantine.  Although we didn't get her tested and she had NO symptoms, we treated her as if she had the virus and kept her closed off from everyone.  I don't think I've ever used more Clorox wipes and spray than those two weeks.  Why didn't we get her tested you ask?  Well, if we had and she produced a positive result, everyone in the house would've had to quarantine as well, per WCPS/BRADD Health Department rules.  Miles had numerous golf tournaments.  Matt needed to be at work the very first week of school.  It would've really disrupted everyone's lives had we got her tested.  Fortunately, she showed NO symptoms and never felt bad.  She did dress in a prison suit.

Post-quarantine, we spent the weekend in Louisville with her GSP pals who had planned their get together weeks prior.  It happened to be Derby weekend as well.  With all the heavy activity, along with the Breona Taylor news, exploring Louisville wasn't on the agenda.  The group had a good time though and are planning another get together soon.

Ironically, Miles had a golf tournament in Louisville that weekend, and my Mamaw usually has a Derby get together, so we ALL made the trip to Louisville.  Matt and I aren't super comfortable with Karson driving the interstate alone as she hasn't done that much at all.  Isaac didn't seem too thrilled to go to Louisville but didn't complain - at least he and Elizabeth had each other.

Golf monopolized most of our free times the last two months.  Miles managed to remain in the 5th man position the entire season and most likely has more strokes than any member on the team.  Neither Matt nor I thought he would be a key player this year, but we're happy that he was able to contribute to the team.  We're also hopeful that he will GROW a little more so we can get him some new clubs, and he can hit the ball farther.  When you're small, you have to rely heavily on your short game because your drives don't get you to the green typically.  He did manage to assist the JV team in winning the 3rd place spot in their tournament and landing in the 4th place individual spot.

It got very frustrating for him towards the end of the season. His last round (regional tournament) at Crosswinds was brutal - wet, cold and simply miserable.  The golf banquet is right around the corner, and we'll be able to put a stamp on the season.  Good thing too because lacrosse open-field and basketball is open gyms are starting up.  Life is busy as usual!

In the midst of all the golf chaos, I managed to leave my laptop on top of my vehicle after a practice round, and it flew off the top of my car and smashed.  AND, not too long after that, Matt managed to smash his car door on the side of the garage.  

Life has continued to get more complicated and weird.  After eight years at SKyPAC, I was laid off last Friday.  The COVID pandemic has been challenging for the performing arts industry.  I'm heartbroken and not sure what life looks like in the future.  I'm doing my best to stay calm and confident.  It's definitely scary though with a teenager about to enter college and another teenage driver this winter.  Please say some prayers for me and our family and the many others out there who are being challenged emotionally, physically and financially from this stupid virus!!!

We had already planned a beach trip to Destin for Fall Break.  It was very refreshing being able to take a deep breath, relax and enjoy the sand, sea and sun.  I didn't take many pictures.  I simply sat in my beach chair and enjoyed the ocean with my family and friends.  It was a great week and great reminder that everything will be okay.

This week will be spent continuing to search for a new job as well as helping Karson work on her college scholarships, essays and such.  She's still heavily leaning towards the University of Louisville.  We hope to make a campus visit soon!!!