Morning, Day 14 of Social Distance Haiku by Pamela Schloesser Canepa, (c)2020
Morning birds sing out
Mankind has taken a pause
Breathing and waiting.
Welcome to my Weekend Coffee Share, hosted by Allison at Eclectic Ali.
It’s a beautiful morning, and it’s poetry month, so I thought I’d share a haiku reflecting some thoughts on nature (and mankind’s place in it). I took a nice walk twice around the block in 83 degree weather this morning, sun shining and nature in all of its glory. There were a good number of people out, most on their own. A man with his child in a stroller waved at me. A boy on a bike was riding me way but then turned around in a circle. Good move, I thought. Socially distance yourself. A woman was walking my way, talking on the phone. She seemed oblivious to me. So I moved to the sidewalk on the other side of the road. Still, it was nice to be out in this wonderful day.
I feel a little cut off from this community, since I have been trying to get a grip on the online teaching requirements and methods our county is using. Still, I have to tell you, it has been overall positive for me! The students are so polite online, and I’ve received several e-mails from parents expressing appreciation. I wrote a post on Medium here, this is a link which does not require membership:
A Day in the Life: Teaching in the Coronavirus Era
I am learning a whole lot from this experience, and while we owe the doctors and nurses of our world a debt of gratitude, I am pleased to feel as if I have a purpose in this whole situation. It is good for my mind. I am also trying to exercise regularly; I take yoga or pilates online a few times a week. The outdoor walks are also helpful, providing my Vitamin D and a feeling of well-being. Hearing the news does not help. I only turn on Netflix and try not to look at any news reports more than once a day. The stress and anxiety do not help me sleep, you know. I started The Witcher earlier as I love to watch Henry Cavill, and my son and I sometimes watch Money Heist together, though he is way ahead of me!
Tomorrow is Palm Sunday, and I will be viewing my church service online. Maybe I will wear a dress, just to get a sense of normalcy. When I have to go to the store this week, I will wear a mask and gloves. The mask was bought for me last year when the flu virus seemed bad; I work in a germ factory being a middle school teacher, but there has not ever been a germ like this.
My manuscript, Malachi, should be ready for release in 2-3 weeks. My formatter got it formatted, and I need to check those files and get the paperback cover done. It’s happening!!! I am excited. We all need something to read right now. Please stay tuned….
Malachi is a college drop-out who just lucked out and fell into an unusual job, once that promises excitement, a good rate of pay, and the chance to put his acting skills to work. Will Malachi do anything for a dollar?
I am still sort of working on the description and bi-lines for this book. Malachi is sneaky, a great actor, and really good at lying. He also needs a good meal. The book is somewhat of a young adult/new adult book, appropriate for those 16 and up. Malachi gets a chance to find out who he really is.
I hope you all have a great weekend with family or loved ones, practicing your social distancing and staying away and safe from coronavirus.
pamelascanepa 
HOw exciting it is getting the book done and ready for the world. The virtual teaching is a steep learning curve for everyone, so whatever you are doing you are doing well. Keep at it. Have a great week.
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You have a great week as well, Antoinette. Thank you for stopping by and commenting!
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It’s truly wonderful that you can teach online! Your positive spirit is contagious! Thank you fro your positivity.
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Aw, Maria, thank you for your words of encouragement!
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“Mankind has taken a pause, breathing and waiting…” Love it! Great coffee post, thanks for sharing.
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Thank you! Enjoy your weekend.
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Another book rolling out. Lady, you are amazing. I look forward to hearing more details in how it goes. What age group are you targeting?
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I am calling it young adult/new adult. To be honest, reviewers have told me that both my first two Detours in Time books seem to be more of young adult fiction because there is nothing graphic and the heat level is tame. Still, there are serious social issues in them. I would say this book, like the first two, is for age 16 and up. It is about a 20 year old young man who struggles to find his place, drops out of college, and takes on a really odd sort of job where his gift of gab and dishonesty are well rewarded. So, he struggles with morality at times, too, and questions of “Who am I?” Most of my editors and betas were of mixed ages. My mother loved it. I think even grown ups would like it, as many of us have been there. This book was two years in the making. Whew…you got me talking! Thanks for asking! I’ll be posting more in the weeks to come. 🙂
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Great analysis Pamela. I love thinking through questions like this and planning writing efforts accordingly .
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Thanks! Have a great day!
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