As a person currently in a long-distance relationship, it is difficult to count down the days until I get to see my partner again when it feels like there's no end in sight. This feeling is not unfamiliar, but the circumstances are drastically different from a simple summer away from my partner. So, what does one do in a pandemic?
Some ways to keep in touch: 1. Puzzles! (https://digitalpuzzle.ravensburger.us/) If you're a lover of puzzles, and even more so doing collaborative puzzles, then this website is for you! Ravensburger asks you to log in with a username (it's free and not permanent so no sign-up needed!) to start a game that can be found under "Join an active game" for others to join in! They have puzzle pieces from 20 to 500 pieces! 2. FaceTime Dates! This one is probably my go-to method of keeping in touch with my partner. Even if it's 5 minutes out of your day or hours spent in silence working on homework, FaceTime (or any other video chat tool) is a really great way to recreate that feeling of being with your loved one in real-time. There's a lot of flexibility with what you can do with video chatting, some of the ones I've done are lunch dates, homework get-togethers, what my partner and I like to call "jam sessions" where we spend 30 minutes doing some sort of art, and more, so I implore you to explore! 3. Movie Nights! With the power of Zoom or Netflix Party or whichever video-sharing application you use, there's nothing like a good ol' classic movie night! Some movies I've watched with my partner so far are The Half of It and as of right now, I'm trying to get into New Girl (full disclosure: I don't watch a lot of TV) so those are definitely some recommendations! We also had an opportunity to watch one of JetCity Improv's live streaming shows that they host every Friday! Check out their Instagram @jetcityimprov! They're SO good! 4. Send gifts! Of course, this one is a bit tricky since it does require money and on certain occasions, it would require you to go outside, so please prioritize your safety and that of others. I'm a big fan of sending flowers and there are websites like 1-800-Flowers or ProFlowers that offer some affordable bouquets! They also make a point to practice social distancing with contact-less delivery as well as taking safety measures in the preparation of whatever it is you're delivering! Of course, it doesn't have to be flowers. There are a lot of companies still offering delivery (shop local if you can!) so get creative! 5. Write letters! Ah, the classic form of communication that has survived through centuries. My friend and I like to email each other long letters with very dramatized language, many fluffy fillers, and poetic stylings, all about the most mundane things. I know I said "email" but it's also a way to avoid going outside and paying for postage (if you're on a budget). Of course, the more traditional hand-written letter writing is still doable! Whether this is something you'd like to send or something you'd be comfortable reading out loud, writing letters can be funny, heart-warming, and overall a fun activity to do with friends! Of course, these are only just a few (yes you read that right, a few) ways to keep in touch with loved ones! Whether they're down the block or 2000 miles away, it's important to stay in contact with friends, family, and loved ones during this super crazy and difficult time! When we work together and follow what the science says, we can slow the spread of the Coronavirus and be reunited in no time! Stay safe, stay healthy, and I'll talk to you all next time! <3 - Kimberly
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