Day 136

March 19, 2020

Well, it’s happened. While I was out walking, taking pictures, and catching up with a friend on the phone the news came down. Stay at home orders have been put in place effective end of day tomorrow, Friday. Initially it was LA County that made the announcement and then just a short bit later the Governor announced the statewide order. I haven’t quite read all the details but basically we are to avoid going outside for anything other than essential needs; groceries, pharmacy, doctor’s appointments, exercise. There are some exceptions within specific industries, but the majority of businesses are to remain closed through April 19th. I really never thought I’d live to see the day where measures of this sort would need to be taken. Of course the park was busy around sunset, as it is every evening. I wonder how long that will last. As of now, however, I am definitely unemployed for a month. It’s like we’re entering The Twilight Zone…