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Am I the only one

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LottieZ · 05/04/2021 15:39

Who thinks that this lockdown feels as though it’s gone on a lot longer than the first one? I mean I know the first time around we were in lockdown from what March to July? but I felt it went a lot quicker than it has done this time. Last year was hard but i managed and kept ourselves busy. I’ve tried to do the same this time but omg it’s been so hard. I know that the end (hopefully) is in sight but I feel like I have no patience, I’m snappy more so than I ever etc. There aren’t many things I’m going to run out to do once everything is lifted but I’m desperate to go to the cinema and enjoy watching a film ON MY OWN! I’m dying to go out for a meal with my dh who I’ve not been out with (child free) for two years and really want to take my dc on a day out etc. Like I said I realise things are looking up and we just have to hang on that bit longer, so why is it so hard? We’ve all been through this before but for me at least I just haven’t the tolerance or patience I had the first time around. Anyone else feel the same?

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Dementedswan · 05/04/2021 15:42

I think this one has been longer due to the slow re opening? Not sure. I've lost track of time.

bumbleymummy · 05/04/2021 15:42

Yep. This one is dragging on and on and we’re actually in a better position than we were last year.

kittensarecute · 05/04/2021 15:43

Its been way too long and the roadmap is too slow.

SmidgenofaPigeon · 05/04/2021 15:44

‘Driven by data not dates’ turned out to be yet more bollocks sold to us, didn’t it.

Passthecake30 · 05/04/2021 15:45

It feels such a long time since Boris offered us the roadmap and not much has changed since. I’ve been isolated wfh for an entire year and that isn’t ending anytime soon!

nordica · 05/04/2021 15:47

I think it's felt worse because it was during the most miserable time of year anyway when the weather is awful and you barely see the sun? The past couple of weeks have felt a lot better with the nice weather - it's actually a pleasure to go for a walk!

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LottieZ · 05/04/2021 15:47

Yeah I thought it was a bit odd when Boris said the not driven by dates but then actually set our provisional dates lol. Don’t get me wrong I’m glad in a way that I have some hope and dates to cling to but then there’s the risk it might not go to plan and then of course I’ll be gutted

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TheCountessofFitzdotterel · 05/04/2021 15:47

Certain bits are slower than others. I can’t believe it’s only a week till I can go swimming but months till I can go and have a coffee in a cafe.

daisiesinmay · 05/04/2021 15:48

The first one we had the warm weather. This one we had the tiers tacked on, so it's been a long time. Also, we're worn down where last year we thought it was a one off thing. Seems like this one has been going on forever and realistically it's May by the time lots of things are open so that's a long time

Mindymomo · 05/04/2021 15:48

We’ve virtually done nothing for a year, so we are just taking it at a day at a time. DH has had to shield, but we’ve both had our first jabs, so are hopeful we may be able to eat in a pub garden soon.

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LottieZ · 05/04/2021 15:49

Yes I agree with you that the winter weather has played it’s part. I feel slightly better now it’s brightening up but I cannot go on another bloody walk lol. Don’t get me wrong I’m still taking my ds to the park but that’s only because I want him to play and get some exercise. If it wasn’t for this I doubt I’d go anywhere. Just not feeling it at the moment.

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TempsPerdu · 05/04/2021 15:50

I think pretty much everyone feels that way tbh.

SamW98 · 05/04/2021 15:50

@SmidgenofaPigeon

‘Driven by data not dates’ turned out to be yet more bollocks sold to us, didn’t it.
Yep. Only works if it prolongs the dates not to bring them forward
frozendaisy · 05/04/2021 15:50

We've all just run out of motivation.........

OrangeBananaFish · 05/04/2021 15:52

Last year it was all new, this year its same old stuff again. Last year daily walks, Joe Wicks, laying about in PJs and baking banana bread was a novelty. Its worn off a lot now. So it does feel longer, yet.

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LottieZ · 05/04/2021 15:53

Oh I’m looking forward to going swimming too. I forgot about that lol. I’m trying to stay positive but mentally I’m drained. Having the dc off school for so long took it’s toll. Two of my dc went back on the 8th with the other kids and by the 15th and 16th they were off again self isolating. Then my youngest dc’s school went off a week before the Easter hold as dc in their class tested positive. Don’t get me wrong I’m happy that none of my dc tested positive and it’s better to be safe than sorry but omg I’m desperate for just 5 minutes alone in my house. Something I’ve not had in months.

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OrangeBananaFish · 05/04/2021 15:53

Sorry. So it does feel longer, yes

Must proof read

daisiesinmay · 05/04/2021 15:54

Yes in the first lockdown at least it was all new eg the daily walks were a bit of a novelty. There's only so many local walks you can do before that wears off

daisiesinmay · 05/04/2021 15:54

x post OrangeBananaFish!

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LottieZ · 05/04/2021 15:55

Yes I’m sick of walking now. I mean I have lost a few pounds as I’ve walked that much so that’s good. But yeah I’m bored out of my mind lol.

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OrangeBananaFish · 05/04/2021 15:57

@daisiesinmay

x post OrangeBananaFish!
Great minds :)
DrMadelineMaxwell · 05/04/2021 16:01

Last year it was new, the weather was nice and it felt like it wasnt going to be that long because we didnt know then. And we came into it after living our normal lives enjoying normal things.

This year, they are taking longer to open, the winter weather has meant it was not as easy to enjoy going for a walk, and the recent lockdown has come off the back of a year of missing out on most things we enjoy doing.

Really looking forward to finally being able to do things normally without restrictions. However long it will be before that is the case.

loulouljh · 05/04/2021 16:02

Agreed. So dull Should have been over ages ago.

WhatMattersMost · 05/04/2021 16:05

@bumbleymummy

Yep. This one is dragging on and on and we’re actually in a better position than we were last year.
Could it be that both of those are related?
MereDintofPandiculation · 05/04/2021 16:07

I mean I know the first time around we were in lockdown from what March to July? It was shorter, wasn't it? It didn't start till 22nd March or thereabouts. I remember shielders were told to shield till end June, and the rest of the population were released from lockdown by then, weren't they?

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