It must be difficult to be so very shut off but as I’m sure you know, nursing homes have been hotbeds for the virus. I’m glad you are allowed some visitors but even that is a risk.

There is a very ritzy retirement community near me and they even have guards stationed at all the driveway entrances to be sure no unauthorized persons enter the grounds. They have some lovely walking paths that the neighbors use but now they are closed.

stay safe and check in often.

Maybe if you (or anyone else who is isolating alone) would turn on your private messaging, others in similar circumstances might enjoy keeping in touch, or even trading phone numbers.

I have said this before--I am impressed that you are so computer savvy. I have enjoyed your stories through the years!

That sounds like a tough way to live.

While I'm sorry that we all have to go through this I'm glad that people are making sure not to spread the virus person-to-person as best we can.

Still I'm pretty sure that our levels of sanity will be a little lower for a while after this is over.

Talking to yourself is perfectly normal. If you forget that you are speaking to yourself you might be a little bit off.

At least that's what I tell myself when I catch myself talking to myself.

I've also often wondered if we could do a voice conversation through houzzbut then they would all have our voices as well as our written thoughts.

If you do start talking to yourself, don't start an argument. Its not pleasant.

Some days, talking to yourself is the only way to have intelligent conversation.

I'm glad your facility is safe. DH and I were just talking over dinner. I would be terrified if I had a loved one in any facility right now. We are fortunate that we don't. It might be unpleasant, but please stay safe!

I'm glad you're safe.

I'm not telling you how to pass your time, but it has been a while since you told us a good story. :)

I'm also so glad you check in here at the KT every so often.

It must be a bit eerie where you are right now.

Last night I listened to a production of "Phantom of The Opera", thanks to a poster on the Conversations side. One of things that really struck me was when my name was spoken (or sung) - Christine. I never hear my name in my house. I live alone, and cats can't talk. Or my name is "meow". I didn't realize how much I missed hearing my name.

We recently had a tile installer who practically lived with us for over two weeks. He talked to himself non stop (57 y.o.) But I got it. He was doing intricate, detailed work and he's a perfectionist. So, there's that. Own it, sister!

Oh, and my very cognizant 101 y.o. MIL, who resides in an ALF, would do well to have your computer skills. Although she's handling this quarantine well, I think she'd be better off if she had an online presence to keep her challenged and interested.

Yes, please...tell us a story!! :)

I call a single friend every day. I have several, and sort of rotate who I call. some of these friends don't talk to anyone all day long...

I find that sad. Use your phone, and call someone. You might cheer them up. :)

Moni

seniorgal - Well, I'm glad you called to say hi. And Hi back.

Jim Robson a local broadcaster for the Canucks games (hockey) for both TV and radio would say during each game, and he did this for years...

"a special hello to all the hospital patients and shut-ins, those of you who can't make it out to the game",

Senior gal your retirement home is much ritzier than the one I live in, but now I guess we're in the same boat, with all activities, such as they were, shut down, and meals, bad as they were before, delivered to our doors. You are fortunately that your daughters and helpers can visit you. My son cannot, as no relatives or non essential personnel can be admitted. It has been exactly two months since I have even seen a car, let alone been in one. The resident's hairdos are a thing of the past, but we only have each other to look at. My only family is my son and wife here, and son and wife in Atlanta.

There have been no cases of virus in this, the independent living side of the building, and I do feel safe knowing that I don't have to take any chances going into the outside world. I'm glad my family doesn't have to worry about me. Thank goodness for my tablet, books, and Netflix.

Just after Christmas my 90 year old dad got in a taxi and went to a pet rescue and got himself a kitten. His senior focused apartment block does not allow pets of any kind. At the time I was not Happy because I figured they would make him get rid of it and you know who would be stuck with yet another cat.

I am now thrilled that he did this. That cat is the only thing keeping my extremely social dad from losing his marbles. That and the fact that everydsy he takes perfectly clean clothes down to the laundry room just so he can see who else is there and have the possibility of conversation.

hang in there, seniorgal.

I'm sorry about that, but try using technology in your favor.

Zoom is very easy to use and I've had get togethers with people I haven't seen in a long time and we've even had happy hours together. Other people have used facetime. It's great to take this time and catch up with people just to see if they are alright.

Remember, it's not social isolation we need...just physical.