Tag: health

  • “How Was Your Weekend?”

    [Dutch Lock Down Day Two Hundred Twenty One] “I have a SIX year old!” I repeated that exchange quite a bit – apparently I’m super chuffed. But first the news: All eyes on Tuesday, as coronavirus cases may be leveling off No new coronavirus measures expected tomorrow: Reports Dutch government to warn ‘draconian measures’ may…

  • I’m Oke. Tired But Oke.

    [Dutch Lock Down Day Two Hundred Nineteen] I’m stable, but lashing out. Not ideal, but getting there. I’m oke. But first the news: Too early to say if partial lockdown is working, prime minister says RIVM warns of data delays after reporting 8,669 new coronavirus infections Covid-19 ICU patient total tops 500 days earlier than…

  • COVID 19 Test Result Twenty Four Hours Later

    [Dutch Lock Down Day Two Hundred Seventeen] “You were tested on 20 October 2020. We don’t have the result of your test yet. You will receive an email or telephone call when we get your result.” https://coronatest.nl/testen/meest-recente-testuitslag Yeah, I wanna know, too. But first the news: Dutch princesses return from Greek holiday 3 days after…

  • Oke, But, Srsly, OW

    [Dutch Lock Down Day Two Hundred Sixteen] I took the COVID19 test just now. Let’s talk about how much my nose hurts now. And how awesome the Dutch testing system has gotten. But first the news: Police to step up coronavirus rule enforcement, soft drug use outside can lead to fines RIVM: More coronavirus infections…

  • Oh, Hey, I’m Getting the COVID Test Tomorrow

    [Dutch Lock Down Day Two Hundred Fifteen] The twins have had a cough for ten days. And a runny nose. Nothing else. But first the news: Slight drop in coronavirus cases in last 24 hours, more patients in hospital More coronavirus patients caused a 20 percent cut in non-Covid care Teachers want stricter coronavirus measures,…

  • To Make Room For Coping

    [Dutch Lock Down Day Two Hundred Fourteen] I slept in a bit. Meditated. Edited the presentation for the hackathon. Danced a bit. Cuddled a bit. Ate a protein shake. And drank lots of water. It’s a gentle kind of day. But first the news: Last Dutch municipality without coronavirus confirms first infected resident King, Royal…

  • Holy Hell, Today

    [Dutch Lock Down Day Two Hundred Thirteen] I submitted a code for Equinix’s virtual hackathon. And spoke at Fedora Women’s Day about being non-binary and talking about mental health and my Fedora story. And then I streamed a new escape room game. It’s time for bed. But first the news: New coronavirus cases top 8141…

  • In Case Of Emergency, Break Glass

    [Dutch Lock Down Day Two Hundred Eleven] Just in case I need it, I’ve written down my coping strategies for shitty days. Shove it in my face if I’m looking down, please.

  • Blank

    [Dutch Lock Down Day Two Hundred Ten] These are the days that I didn’t post because I Wasn’t Oke™. I just can’t leave them blank. So I’m filling them in, but lightly. With some of my favourite songs. Enjoy.

  • Intentionally Blank

    [Dutch Lock Down Day Two Hundred Nine] These are the days that I didn’t post because I Wasn’t Oke™. I just can’t leave them blank. So I’m filling them in, but lightly. With some of my favourite songs. Enjoy.

  • Billie Eilish’s Bury a Friend

    [Dutch Lock Down Day Two Hundred Eight] Spotify’s daily mix 2 for me is #OnPoint with kickass songs like Pink’s Fuckin’ Perfect, Colbie Caillat’s Try, and Natasha Bedingfield’s Unwritten. I *really* need the boost today. Thank you. But first the news: Tougher coronavirus measures on their way as cases continue to top 6,000 Freedom to…

  • Left Intentionally Blank

    [Dutch Lock Down Day Two Hundred Seven] These are the days that I didn’t post because I Wasn’t Oke™. I just can’t leave them blank. So I’m filling them in, but lightly. With some of my favourite songs. Enjoy.