So the first day of remote learning (working from home thank god) didn’t go so well. The second graders didn’t call in, so we were all on the phone with each other for 2+ hours just twiddling our thumbs. One third grader called in. His mom angrily got on the phone and told us it wasn’t going to work for him. Unfortunately, we have no other way, especially because he doesn’t have a computer. So...can’t figure that one out. But it’s not my job as a para anyway.

State is now on “lockdown” but it’s not much different than what has already been happening. So I’m not sure how it’s going to help. People still aren’t taking this seriously enough. There are reports that parents are still taking their kids to crowded playgrounds, still going to parks and walking in large groups. I saw a large group of teens hanging out on bikes. I know this is particularly hard on teenagers, but if even one of them had the virus, then they’re all exposed, their families are exposed, etc. as for me, I’m taking my son out for walks around the neighborhood and to play in the backyard but that’s it.

RS I believe is considered essential personnel because he works for a townhome community. They have to keep the community running. So for now, we have his income. That’s good. Don’t know what we would do if we lost it. I know in our state he could file for unemployment but the site is crashing every day from the sheer amount of people who have to file. We’re lucky.

Somehow I got paid for two weeks worth of work from my former job. I know I’m still on the payroll as a substitute. It’s weird though, it’s not even on a designated payday ((15th and 30th). I wonder if it was a mistake or if they’re being nice and giving all workers two weeks worth of pay bc school is closed. I’m treating it as if it’s not there in case they take it back.

Tuition for my son’s after and before care is on hold. So I don’t have to worry about paying that.

Otherwise, we’re getting along. Playing cards with my son a lot. Talking to my brother on FaceTime. Calling my grandma, my son’s grandma, etc. staying connected.