An eerie quietness drapes over the day. Streets are empty. People deserted. Where did everyone go? The answer: staying at home. Washington DC along with the two neighboring states (Maryland & Virginia) is under a shutdown order, effective yesterday.
Almost like a scene from the apocalypse movie, only more weird in real life. Normal rush hour traffics all but vaporized overnight. So did the familiar hustle & bustle sounds that I am accustomed to, the white noise. With the exceptions of grocers and gas stations, most stores are closed.
I have to pinch myself to make sure this is not a dream. But seriously even the birds have vanished. I wonder if they too got the stay home order.
How is social distancing working for you?
Running with Buddha 
Hi Terry – I felt the birds had gone too – keep listening – you’ll hear them – its as if we need to recalibrate our ears 🙂
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A very good & wise point, Claire. How is the situation where you are?
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We’re going through the same as everyone else it seems – In the midst of a nationwide 4-week lockdown (except for essential services).
Going through the stage where there are more and more cases every day – but only one death so far thank goodness
Most people seem to be understanding of the need to self isolate (so – clusters of people in households) and only allowed to go out for food, Doctor, bit of a walk.
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Yes we are all in it together, unfortunately. Only one death, that is remarkable. Keep up the good fight and stay safe.
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And you – take care xx
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