Author: theunretired
Retired from 35 years in health care in 2017.
Visual Artist
Teacher of English as a second langugage
Blogging in the Time of Coronavirus: A Reading List
Writing and art in response to the COVID-19 crisis. Blogging in the Time of Coronavirus: A Reading List
Electric bikes conversion kits
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The minimalist retirement wardrobe re-titled Quarantine Wardrobe.
Now that everyone many people are working from home.. there is an opportunity to downsize your wardrobe. I did this when I retired but it has some relevance for the quarantine wardrobe. It is tempting to hold on to work clothes, but it is at the expense of freeing up room in your closet. A… Read More The minimalist retirement wardrobe re-titled Quarantine Wardrobe.
Walk # 55 Jericho Beach
Parking available and we can see people are starting to break loose. Human remains or left over BBQ? And some ABBA to lift your spirits.
Podcasts.
I haven’t listened to these so I’d be interested in your feedback. https://www.cnbc.com/2020/04/29/best-podcasts-we-need-in-our-lives-right-now-during-coronavirus-says-psychotherapist.html. Round Neck Short Sleeve Printed T Shirt
A spring walk in the neighbourhood..
I have a Pacer app to track my steps. I don’t see many people out and about. The pictures give you some idea of the urban landscape in Vancouver. BC. This is the peak cherry tree and Rhododendron time. The tall trees provide lots of shade in the summer which is prefect for walking.
My art work
I have been doing all kinds of artwork for the past 20 years and hoped I would do more once I retired. I have some examples on my website and some resources for beginners. I have recently started experimenting with alcohol inks which allows for much freeer process. I occasionally sell my work at shows.… Read More My art work
The Power of Cute Things to Make You Feel Better | Psychology Today
Need a work-from-home pick-me-up? Research says that looking at cute puppies could improve your work performance. — Read on http://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/your-online-secrets/202004/the-power-cute-things-make-you-feel-better
Coronavirus predictions: 11 ways the Covid-19 pandemic will change us and the economy – Vox
Coronavirus predictions: 11 ways the Covid-19 pandemic will change us and the economy – Vox — Read on http://www.vox.com/platform/amp/the-highlight/2020/4/16/21213635/coronavirus-covid-19-pandemic-legacy-quarantine-state-of-mind-frugality Asymmetric Hem Black Short Sleeve Soft T Shirt
Face Masks Against COVID-19: An Evidence Review[v1] | Preprints
The science around the use of masks by the general public to impede COVID-19 transmission is advancing rapidly. Policymakers need guidance on how masks should be used by the general population to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. Here, we synthesize the relevant literature to inform multiple areas: 1) transmission characteristics of COVID-19, 2) filtering characteristics and… Read More Face Masks Against COVID-19: An Evidence Review[v1] | Preprints
A bit of spring in Vancouver
Emotional Contagion. Some words of wisdom about lowering your productivity.
There are no bombs falling, no explosions or fireworks. The world looks pretty nice, actually, and everyone I can see looks healthy, even with the … Emotional Contagion Pilates: Get On The Ball: Discover Your Longest, Leanest Body With Pilates on the Ball
Commuting in Corona Times
Artist Kera Till draws a public transportation map for these strange, uncertain times. Commuting in Corona Times The Year of Reading Proust: A Memoir in Real Time The Year of Reading Proust: A Memoir in Real Time
Soup Recipes from Around the World to Comfort and Inspire You
My mom has always made soup; perhaps it’s the one thing that I most associate with her cooking. It’s a homey dish for me, comfort food that I’m going… Soup Recipes from Around the World to Comfort and Inspire You Secrets Of Slow Cooking: Creating Extraordinary Food with Your Slow Cooker Secrets Of Slow Cooking:… Read More Soup Recipes from Around the World to Comfort and Inspire You
Coronavirus: The Hammer and the Dance – Tomas Pueyo – Medium
This article follows Coronavirus: Why You Must Act Now, an article with over 40 million views translated into over 20 languages describing the urgency of the Coronavirus problem. If you agree with… — Read on medium.com/@tomaspueyo/coronavirus-the-hammer-and-the-dance-be9337092b56 Another comprehensive analysis. Testing, tracing, quarantine, masks. It’s not rocket science. Printed Three Quarter Sleeve Button Neck… Read More Coronavirus: The Hammer and the Dance – Tomas Pueyo – Medium
Reserving COVID-19 testing for high risk cases could complicate fight to stop disease’s spread, experts say – The Globe and Mail
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-reserving-covid-19-testing-for-high-risk-cases-could-complicate-fight/ Crinkle Chest Sleeveless Round Neck Printed T Shirt
Coronavirus: Why You Must Act Now – Tomas Pueyo – Medium #covid19
With everything that’s happening about the Coronavirus, it might be very hard to make a decision of what to do today. Should you wait for more information? Do something today? What? Here’s what I’m… — Read on medium.com/@tomaspueyo/coronavirus-act-today-or-people-will-die-f4d3d9cd99ca
The Reasons Behind The Unhealthy Rise In Incivility During The Interview Process
Things dramatically took a turn after the stock market meltdown—in the wake of the financial crisis. Over 10 years later, a large portion of the American population has still not fully recovered. — Read on http://www.forbes.com/sites/jackkelly/2020/02/21/the-reasons-behind-the-unhealthy-rise-in-incivility-during-the-interview-process/amp/ Anyone glad they are not working any more? I see a trend toward decreasing civility in general and I… Read More The Reasons Behind The Unhealthy Rise In Incivility During The Interview Process
The Hornby Chronicles 2018-2019
I didn’t realize I has so many posts about Hornby Island so here they are all together. I guess the next project should be a book?? Rocktober Hornby Island Wildflowers of Hornby Island Hornby rocks Merry Christmas from Hornby Island Hornby Island in pictures Services around Hornby Island Vancouver to Hornby -The Kindness of Friends… Read More The Hornby Chronicles 2018-2019
