Today, our pantry got a makeover. Erin is remodeling and they were getting rid of their shelves from their pantry. Since we technically have the same floor plan just reversed, she asked if we wanted them for our pantry. So, we had the California Closets people take them from her pantry and put them in ours. Turns out our pantry was a little bit wider than hers, so they had to add some pieces to the sides to fill in the gaps, but it turned out great. We now have a nicely organized pantry... for now. I'm sure it will be a disaster in a few weeks. :)
In other news, today Gov Priztker announced that schools will reopen in the fall with some additional requirements. Like the kids will need to wear masks and they can't congregate in more than 50 at a time. There was a 60 page document that came out detailing everything, so there are a lot of things the schools need to address before August. I just can't imagine kids wearing masks all day long at school, especially in the heat with no air conditioning. I wanted to keep them home last year when it was so hot and they just sweat all day long in their classrooms, but now with masks... I just don't think that's healthy for them either. I'm very curious and anxious to see how it will all play out.
This Friday, we enter Phase 4 (out of the 5 phases). This means that most things can open back up now (restaurants with inside dining, movie theaters, gyms, retail stores, etc) with limits on capacity. Stores, movie theaters, hair salons and gyms can be up to 50% capacity. Zoos, restaurants and bars can be up to 25% capacity. Masks are still required when it's not possible to social distance. All outdoor recreation can open back up as well. So, hopefully, the parks in the towns by us will take down their caution tape. The zoo is opening back up July 1st! Of course, it's by reservation only so that they can keep the counts down. I'm glad things are getting back to "normal", but I just wish we were closer to getting a vaccine or a more consistent working treatment.
