Wednesday's Superhero Youthful Hodgepodge

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1. Expect the unexpected on From This Side of the Pond. Here's my x-ray question...when was the last time you felt like Superman? What's your superpower? Explain.  

Probably in the beginning of April when all of this social distancing started.  I had things to drop off at my dad's and then my mom's.  We weren't wearing masks yet but I had lots of hand sanitizer on hand.  Actually I had made some and that was part of the deliveries made that day.  I felt like I was on a mission and it was not a regular visit which felt very odd.  No hugs or kisses hello or goodbye and I made sure not to breathe on anyone just in case.  My superpower is getting things done that need to be done.  When something needs to get done to help someone I usually can rise up with focus and get it done.  When it doesn't involve someone in need not so much.  

2. Are you a fan of the 'superhero' type movies? If so what's your favorite? 

No, I don't like adventure movies.  They make my adrenaline rush too much.  The rest of my family does but I don't join them in watching.  Here is a Superman cake I made several years ago for my son's birthday.  If I had to pick a superhero it would be Superman.

3. Have you postponed or cancelled a trip to the dentist in recent weeks, and if so when do you think you'll feel comfortable going back? How about other routine medical procedures? 

I had an appointment with my MD in April.  Her office called to offer a video appointment or to reschedule.  Since it was just a follow up I rescheduled for July.  I may postpone it further when the time comes.  I figured I would leave her appointments available for those who may need her more.  

4. What's something that makes you feel youthful? Something that makes you feel 'not so youthful'? Tell us why. 

I feel youthful when I am in a pool or the ocean.  Must be because my body feels light ;)  Getting up off the floor makes me feel not so youthful.  I can't believe it takes such effort to get up from a seated position on the floor.  It probably has more to do with being out of shape than age but I am going with it ;) 

5. I feel compelled to include some sort of corona related question in the HP these days. What's the strangest thing you've seen in relation to the virus? Something that really struck you as odd, made you stop and think, 'Dorothy we're not in Kansas anymore?'

Our state park and beaches are still open but are asking everyone to follow social distancing rules.  My husband and I had been going to walk each day and it was very peaceful.  Then one Saturday we went and as we were walking on the wooded trails we heard a loud announcement coming from the boardwalk.  It was a public service announcement reminding everyone that due to Covid-19 we had to follow the social distancing law.  We just looked at each other and shook our heads.  Do they think that anyone doesn't know that?  It is only on the news constantly and posted at the entrance.  People are going there to get a break from the news and our current situation and enjoy nature.  Now they have to blast these announcements?   I thought this state of constant policing people is getting out of hand.  

6. Insert your own random thought here. 

Anyone else feel like Spring is coming very slowly this year?