American Wine Society -- We are still all policies and QuickBooks

welcome to all…

Good morning all, from Kalahari!! Thx Holly!

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Saw the video. Well done.

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Exercise has been my saving grace!!!

I know it's not my real friends, by my Peloton family has really seemed real through this!!! I bike and train at least 3x a day now!! Feels great!! TeamBetsy!!

@Lauren same!! Peloton is truly amazing. Love the virtual community!!

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Rosa I have taken the same approach

Jennifer! sign me up for he bingo!

Rosa, that would great. I'll reach to you

Gardening is my go to. I've almost completely redone all the landscaping at my house this Summer. I'm worried about this Winter when it's cold and I can't get outside.

I agree about nature. I live by a couple of beautiful parks and love to go for walks.

So true, Jennifer! I love being out in nature and seeing babies :)

Agree about the nature. My husband and I try to take a hike every weekend.

Since working from home, my pets have really thrived with me here all the time. My husband is working at Amazon, so he's gone for 12 hours per day. My pets' presence has been a huge comfort to me as well.

Yes Michelle! Doxies are an antidepressant! I have 2!

I have taken the time to explore NY State! lots of scenery drives.

@Michelle - it was truly amazing to see!!!

Jennifer, I have spent more time in Central Park since COVID than ever before. It really helps.

Amen to that Kim. Desiree too!

I have chickens, who always remind me they don't carry Covid, so this one is not on them.

I don't miss the commute!

Since being furloughed via a text in late February,,,,I actively attend 7 - 10 trade association zoom webinars (5 days per week)

Great point, Kim!! NO HEELS to wear either!

Here's Monday's Wellness register link - https://www.sunny.org/rsvp/?action=details&eventid=475

Yes, Lauren!

Jim Spellos with Meeting U is the 1st speaker

Alternatively, I haven't stopped going into my office. The routine and sense of normalcy has REALLY helped my mental wellness.

@Allen. Sorry to hear it. Via text sounds awful.

Good one David! I have a daily tracker to check off reaching out to one friend or family member each day, even if only by text.

@Kelly Great idea. I'm not that intentional... great tip.

I really like the idea of reaching out to at least one person whether personally or professionally.

I tried to encourage my high school reunion to go virtual. They chose to postpone - until they finally cancelled.

Yes Holly! The 2021 budget - can I get a crystal ball?

Two budgets really need to be created, which can be more than double the work.

CAE

True.. scenario budgeting...

Very true! Thanks Anne & David!

YAY!! Retail therapy never fails!!!!

Love that Gina!!

Retail Therapy is always good!!! I can't wait to travel and dress up again :-)

I thought I was the only one shopping for my next in person gathering!

I love all of the dreaming....great idea!

I've been trying to get my older parents to do a Zoom call, but they are not comfortable with that. Not seeing them has been the hardest for me.

Anyone can join the American Wine Society, @ Gina.

I miss the hugs too!!!

Anne - same. :(

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Same!

I completely agree...COVID is not the real stressor

Me too (hugs)

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Just had dinner with an old friend.. but distanced and had to bump elbows... Still not used to that, feels cold.

Mary Jane, my conference starts on Nov 4th and I just opened registration this week. I feel you.

CONNECT is having live event next week in Orlando... I give them credit for trying to put faith in CDC guidelines and move our industry forward... should be interesting.

I'll be at Connect.

We found that our registration number (when our conference went virtual) went up. However, our income went down of course.

Anne, did you find the registrations came in more slowly? That’s what we’re seeing.

so sorry to hear Tatyana!

very sorry, Tatyana.

Sending hugs Tatyana

Karin, they did come in more slowly up until the last minute.

Very sorry for your lossTatyana

Sending you a BIG HUG Tatyana!!!

May his memory be eternal Tatyana.

Thoughts and prayers for both Tatyana and Anup. XOXO

Wishing you well Anup

Oh Tatyana, just heard you. My sincere condolences. Stay strong, stay healthy, stay safe.

I am taking care of my sister right now. YOu know I love you al...

Welcome, Michelle!!

This has been so valuable....thank you for the connections!

Thank you Holly and Richard!

Thanks so much!

Thank you Richard!

Take care everyone and thank you, Richard.

Thank you Richard and Holly, And everyone for sharing such good tips for staying sane.

thank you, everyone… keep connecting…

Thank you! This was a nice change of pace from the norm.

Thank you @Kim Unger for inviting me

Be well, all, and safe.

Stay well all!! Day drinking and Fridays blend well!!

Thank you Holly and Richard. Very well done.

Thank you for allowing me to join in today.