It’s been a trying and stressful few months for us all. Worries about jobs, finances, and education were compounded by worry about a new and unknown illness spreading across the globe. We found ourselves stuck at home with our families with few outlets for escape.
Being confined to the house with your husband, wife, partner, kids, etc will be a different experience for everyone. Some may enjoy a bit of bonding time, while the closeness may bring problems to the surface for others. Even for those who started out enjoying the time together, as the weeks went on frustrations began to build.
Florida is slowly opening up which will give us opportunities for some distance. Chances to put a little bit of distance between us and those we live with; a chance to breathe a bit more freely. But, things are not yet back to normal or even what our new normal may look like. Kids are still home. Summer camps are still up in the air. Many adults are not yet back to work. There are ball games to attend and movies are just making their way back to our theaters.Tensions may be diminishing, but we could all benefit from finding some ways to connect and enjoy our families.
The Law Office of Pamela J Helton is considered an essential service and has remained open throughout the pandemic. We have spoken to many who are having a rough time at home because of the worries we mentioned above. Therefore, we took some time to compile a list of family activities to help push the worries aside and focus on some happy moments.
Start a backyard fruit and vegetable garden
Plan recipes using the bounty you’ll harvest from your garden
Do puzzles
Movie marathons
Have each family member create a playlist of favorite music
Dance to those playlists
Play improv games
Make homemade bath bombs
Take a road trip - no destination necessary! Enjoy the sights!
Learn to meditate
Fun with water - wash the cars, bathe the dogs, water balloons
Good old fashioned Family Game Night
Get back to basics and enjoy some activities you may typically be too busy to enjoy together!
If the worries are building up and creating too much stress, let us help. Taking control of your situation can bring a big sense of relief. We can help with debt settlement, bankruptcy, and divorce as well as be a resource to connect you with other professionals who may be beneficial for you. Please call 352-243-9991 and allow us to support you through this difficult time.
