Get out and shop!

If you are reading this June 2020 you know we are in a global pandemic. Some of us are coming through the first wave and things are slowly opening up.  A few weeks ago restaurants here opened up 50% capacity.  Physical distancing in place.  Summer so patios are open which helps with more seating availability.

So many small businesses had to close for almost three months. That is a quarter of the year! Yes to government help but they need more than that. Some of these businesses support schools and local fundraisers now it is payback time.

We have been purchasing groceries and liquor through all this. Liquor sales are up over 20% here! So they are okay - likely more than okay.  We need to head out to small local shops and buy. It doesn't have to be a large purchase and don't buy stuff you don't need. Local shops often sell local products, like candles and soap.

Search local shops in your area. Make a point to visit, purchase and snap a shot when you are there and post. We are part of a community and being part mean supporting. I am purchasing at a minmum one local item a month at a local shop. This does not include coffee shops but retail shops.

Buy local. Support local. Be part of the community and know you can make a difference.

Escape capsule challenge

Over at you can always start now she is having creative leaps. This month it was what would you take if you had 12 hours to pack and leave your home.  Interesting.  We decided to take up the challenge so below are what would be in our capsule. 

Family pictures
Cozy blanket
Eye mask (for sleeping)
Phone & accessories
Clothes of course - comfortable and layers as not sure where we are going!
Water bottle (reusable) 
Medications
Bowl and spoon (this is from backpacker)
Book
Sunscreen, soap, skin care
Can opener
Granola bar, beans - few items you can eat without cooking

what would be on your list?