Running list of cool things I've done that make me proud of the time spent in total isolation:

Today i implemented no screen time on myself (phones, tv etc). During that time, I dimmed all the lights, hit play on @microchild's soulful album from start to finish & stretched every muscle from head to toe. #feelingrestored only complaint: wish they had a longer album <3

Watched a really depressing WW2/Holocaust film to slap me into the reality of my privilege. 2 weeks self quarantined in an Airbnb with WiFi and groceries is nothing compared to hiding in the darkest of places to have a shot at living

Got dressed up and went outside today

(Put on mascara to remember what makeup is and had my morning lemon tea on the balcony)

Pretty sure I brought HouseParty to Guam. You’re welcome all. @houseparty please send me my endorsement check

(Absolutely sure.)

Was bored, so I took drugs.

(Took Tylenol PM at 830 to force myself to go to sleep bc I was sooooooo bored).

Long long walks outside have been very helpful bc I feel like the earth outside is promising better days

Once again reinforced no screen time, just music and colors. (1.5 hours)

2 additional (no phone or tv) hours on this project. This time I focused on being thankful that I saw this beautiful town on Lake Como in person. — Bellagio, Italy

Today was the first day real thought and effort was put into dinner (so far I’ve been a “what’s lying around?” / “ok that seems healthy” eater). And it was fun, successful and a different type of gratifying. Simple aloo parantha and strawberry shortcake from scratch :)

Days like today make me thankful I’m not in solo quarantine anymore. Today was an eat my feelings day (anxiety, uncertainty, frustration) bc coronavirus hijacked plans for this year. I would’ve eaten a whole loaf of WHITE (gasp!) bread with salted butter.

Today I found a high school yearbook

Fobby Friday night - thel in hair, pajamas, and a series of Fuzon covers (that we judge since we’re such experts) on YouTube

A family reunion over Zoom for Nani’s 79th birthday #Lalwani #LOLwani can’t wait until the next time we can all be together again

Been killing the walking game, guys. Excelling at suburban life

My father in law and I are expanding our linguistic skills by teaching each together. I now know read/write all the Arabic letters (working on vowels now!) and he is reading in Hindi.

Never too old or too busy to learn a little more. Also it’s a fantastic distraction/mood boost

Last week, we went on a drive to Austin and somehow had a stopover in Africa? #zebras #gazelle?

Side note: Zain let me drive his beloved car, I think we reached a new level in trust.

Gimme a podcast or spot-hitting playlist, a sharp knife, cutting board and washed veggies/fruits —— I can sit there & chop them up for you perfectly for hours #therapy #suchsatisfaction

Fiancé took me to Dairy Queen today — aka ice cream of my childhood. It was delicious but it tastes better when you’re trying to eat it so fast that you don’t have to share with your siblings or parents #tobeyoungagain

Made loving noises to Lily and attempted to barter for her purchase/permanent relocation to Texas #FreeLily2020 #PetitiontoMakeLilyTexan

Which one of you Guamies built a latte stone in the middle of Texas. Identify yourself for thanking — such an unexpected delight

I have grown a very VERY strong opinion that @CandyCrushSaga should do their part for our society during this quarantine/selfisolation and set up periods of times where players get unlimited lives #gimmegimmemore

Unlocked the “banana bread” stage of quarantine #chocolatepecanbanana #almondhoneybanana

Includes generous dosings of chia seeds to (mentally) “counterbalance” unhealthiness of banana bread

The internet has genuine gems. You can morph a selfie into a personalized manga/anime character #ありがとうfortheamusement

( http://Selfie2anime.com )

Found the perfect summary for this thread I’m keeping:

#yes