It's been a over five weeks since we've been isolated and I've mostly kept it together. Working from home, writing these blog posts, exercising, reading, doing jigsaw and the NYTs crossword puzzles, trying some new recipes, and zooming with family and friends has all helped keep me sane. But that doesn't mean I haven't experienced isolation freak out. I imagine you've had at least one freak out too. I'm no expert but some mental collapse during this time seems pretty normal. Thing is, like most freak outs, it appears to be brought on by a mundane occurrence. Then, when it's over and you have your wits back, you blush with embarrassment by your overreaction, knowing what had occurred was a small part of a bigger picture.  My freak out came from such a mild appearing event. With hindsight, it was a whole lotta nothing. I was digging into a 1000-piece jigsaw puzzle of felines. At least 50 different kinds. Intent on finishing the Savannah breed, I searched my carefully arranged piec......

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