Y’all. I am an introvert by nature, and believe it or not, so is Pierce, so we really enjoy being at home. Being (essentially) forced to stay at home makes me want to get out more though...funny how that works. As I’ve been practicing social distancing more though, it’s making me start to realize how many things I truly take for granted in any given day.
One of the nicest things for me, and it’s a little selfish, being a chiropractor who is still seeing acute patients, is the fact that traffic is SO LIGHT. It’s so nice being able to turn off the AC, roll down the windows and jam out to some sweet tunes. Plus singing at the top of my lungs and red-light dancing is so uplifting right now. Seriously, next time you’re headed to the grocery store, try it. Your heart will feel like it’s smiling.
Speaking of grocery shopping, I have seen so many more people connecting with each other (though at the CDC suggested distance of 6 feet), little smiles, jokes, noting the TP in the cart. It’s encouraging seeing people connect with each other. So many of us were stuck with our eyes glued to our phones, disengaging. So maybe we are practicing social distancing but encouraging social engagement.
As I’ve pulled into a neighborhood to see a patient, I always get a big smile on my face when I see a family taking a walk with each other. Movement is important. Being outside is important. Spending time with loved ones is important. It’s so nice seeing people connecting with all of those things.
Rarely, like in the last 2 years, have I been able to enjoy my yard (it’s a pretty great one). I love seeing the deer, birds and other wild life really thriving right now. I get to see the wildflowers dancing in the wind, the painted bunting come to my bird feed and listen to the noises of nature.
We don’t have kids yet. But we do have animals. And while it’s nice to come home to a loving husband and a comfortable house. there’s not much greater than animals that greet you when you walk in the door. I used to take is for granted, but now I try to greet each of them (Pierce first) as excitedly as they greet me. It’s also nice having a dog that all he wants to do is spend time with you while you’re working. We don’t deserve dogs, guys.
I truly believe that things happen for a reason, maybe this whole pandemic is meant to bring society closer together in a way we haven’t seen in a lifetime. So let’s all keep on enjoying time spent with loved ones, connecting with strangers and getting that ever-important (especially right now) Vitamin D.
Again, because I want to make it clear, we are here to continue to support you. If you are experiencing any musculoskeletal concerns, especially any that would make you go to the emergency room, we are encouraging you to seek treatment by a chiropractor at this time. We would be happy to help, give us a call at (210) 323-2163.
Please stay safe, stay well and most importantly stay home.
