Lockdown in London

Dandelions in bloom

Almost done with week 7 of the lockdown and a glimmer of hope is on the horizon although it still may be some way off yet. I have no travel to write about and nothing coming up thanks to COVID-19. My June trip to Corfu with the girls has been cancelled and I can't see us being able to go anywhere at least for this year.

Walking with Scout

My new routine means I have been at home enjoying the beautiful spring weather by gardening, baking, organising, creating and walking my dog every day. It's been so lovely hearing the birdsong every morning, watching spring progress and generally taking less for granted of the world around us. I have not been to a major supermarket since I got back from my Mexican holiday and just shop locally as and when I need something. More than ever it's really important to support small businesses in this uncertain time.

I like this new way of living although I'm not sure I would want it this way forever. As much as I have enjoyed video calls with my family and friends, I would like a physical face to face catch up - 2 metres apart of course - and a coffee or drink in a public place.

Working on location

I have been unable to do my day job as a makeup artist because it requires being very close to the client and touching them. It's not conducive to preventing the potential spread of the nasty virus. 

In the interim, I have been trawling through my photos and selecting one a day to put on my instagram account. I'm not one to live in the past but it has kept me sane. It's my way of escapism and reminds me that I will be able to travel again one day. What that will look like is anyone's guess.

Keep safe and well. Hopefully it won't be too long before returning to work and traveling days are here again.