While city park programming is cancelled due to COVID-19, free food options remain available at many Marion County locations.
Printable Copies of the Free Meal Schedule:English & Spanish
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Uplift, distraction, affirmation, and joy can be found many places. Oral storytellers can often soothe and reassure us that we are not alone. There are many resources to choose from including the following:
As it may become mandated for everyone to wear facemasks in public, you may be looking for a simpler pattern to use. Here are directions to follow that make the job do-able.
With Easter egg fun just around the corner, perhaps you are considering an indoor scavenger hunt. Below are suggested clues to increase the fun. Put the brains and bodies to work and listen for the giggling as you go!.
#1. I have four legs but no feet.
Answer: Chair
#2. Things go inside me when dirty but come out clean.
You will find me standing sturdy next to my mate.
Answer: Washing Machine
#3. This flat box houses color and sound.
In the living room, it can be found.
Answer: TV
#4. Turn out the light and rest your head on me tonight.
Answer: Pillow
#5. You use me after playing in the dirt.
If I get in your eyes it might hurt.
Answer: Shampoo
#6. I’m extremely humble as I make your clothes tumble.
Answer: Dryer
#7. Open me to use me, close me when you’re through.
Look in your room for the next clue.
Answer: Laptop
#8. Open me up and take a peek,
inside you will find a frozen treat.
Answer: Freezer
#9. I will keep your books safe in my pack.
Zip me up before slinging me on your back.
Answer: Backpack
#10. From my reflection,
you will see your complexion.
Answer: Mirror
#11. For the movie, you shall pop some corn.
When it’s ready the buzzer will warn.
Answer: Microwave
#12. From this pot,
the adults can drink a lot.
Answer: Coffee pot – this is a bit more antiquated, but could be fun.
after I pop, bring on the spread.
Answer: Toaster
#14. By the TV I can be found,
with buttons galore to provide some sound.
Answer: Remote control
#15. All your answers are inside this box.
With Google, sometimes it talks.
Answer: Computer
#16. Dishes go in dirty but come out clean.
It can be white, black, and maybe even green.
Answer: Dishwasher
#17. When you’re covered in dirt I will give you a squirt.
Stand in the tub and rub-a-dub-dub.
Answer: Soap
#18. You have one, probably more, each with a knob and even a lock.
When company comes you will hear a knock, knock.
Answer: A Door
#19. Inside here you will find coats and shoes.
Keep it organized so you know whose are whose.
Answer: Closet
#20. My chime can be loud, or it can be soft,
But no matter what, it’s time to get up.
Answer: Alarm clock
Whether breakfast, lunch or dinner,tacos make a tasty main dish. Additions of ingredients, including spices, can vary the tastes and keep things interesting. Multiple taco combos and recipes are found at: www.eatthis.com/taco-recipes-taco-tuesday/.
Using Humor (and Exercise) to get through Tough Times
Dealing with the seriousness of the COVID-19 epidemic is no laughing matter, but we all need to find ways to cope with COVID-19 limitations. A psychologist explains why laughter can help us through tough times.
Dealing with the seriousness of the COVID-19 epidemic is no laughing matter.
But we all need to find ways to cope with the limitations that COVID-19 has imposed on our personal lives.
Cleveland Clinic’s Scott Bea, PsyD, said during difficult times, it helps to laugh and share humor with the people we care about.
“Humor is considered to be a very sophisticated psychological defense against tension and threat, and so, I think doses of humor are good for us,” he said. “Humor is a way to activate good brain chemistry, and actually protect ourselves with better immune function – it is really good medicine.”
Dr. Bea recommends watching movies or shows with family and friends – even if we have to do it virtually.
Tuning in to late-night comedy programs can help ease tension, and strengthen bonds – especially when we’re being asked to spend time apart from those we love.
“Humor is kind of a bonding activity, so it’s shared experience – rarely do we experience it in isolation,” said Dr. Bea. “It’s one of those things that can be shared.”
Likewise, Dr. Bea believes finding a way to exercise can be especially helpful to boost your mood.
He said getting out into the fresh air, walking the dog, engaging in outdoor activities – at some distance, of course, is a good idea.
“Find a way to exercise. We know exercise is useful for our physical well-being and our emotional well-being,” said Dr. Bea. “There’s great research on physical exertion being a good treatment for depression, and for anxiety as well.”
Dr. Bea reminds us that everyone is experiencing something disappointing right now, so now is the best time to keep caring about each other as deeply as we can.
https://newsroom.clevelandclinic.org/2020/03/31/using-humor-and-exercise-to-get-through-tough-times/
This weekend,perhaps it’s time to “spring” up your decor and brighten the neighborhood at the same time. Make some washable window paint with what you may have on hand.
www.firstpalette.com/craft/easter-egg-sun-catchers.html
In preparation for the blog this week, I found a most helpful article, “That Discomfort You’re Feeling is Grief.” There is such a pervasive feeling of lack of control of most everything normal and usual. The writer describes well, the various stages and faces of grief specific to our current situation. Small and simple actionable suggestions are offered.
With weather improving, you may want to try the local parks. All Indiana State parks and recreation areas are open for hiking and do not require fees to enter at this time.
There are also measured walking and running trails on the Butler campus.
Track your calories, food and exercise. Free, on-line tools can help you track your calories, food intake and exercise.