100th Day of Lockdown
Today marks the 100th day of lockdown, which meant that our shop, like many others, had to be closed down by the government to lessen the spread of Covid-19. While we may have not been able to do what we usually do at the shop, we have been keeping ourselves busy while staying at home. In this blog post Huw, Marie, Nia and Sara are sharing what we’ve been up to, as well as ways we’ve been entertaining ourselves during unpredictable times.
Huw
What you’ve been up to during lockdown?
“Working from home filming for S4C, working in the garden and walking the dog. I’ve also been learning new technology skills to maintain contact with friends.”
What do you do after a stressful day?
“If the weather is good and I’ve had a stressful day I sit in the blow up pool with a glass of cider and a Haagan Das ice cream”
Do you have a favourite hobby or activity?
“My hobby is fashion so reading magazines, listening to podcasts and following stylists on social media. Walking the dog Griffydd ap Mabon has become a new hobby as well.”
Any films or TV programmes you’ve enjoyed?
“I’ve loved Outlander, Little Fires Everywhere and re runs of Downton Abbey.”
Songs that cheer you up?
“Loving Harry Styles’ new album ‘Fine Line.'”
Marie
What you’ve been up to during lockdown?
“I’ve enjoyed spending time at home with the family, the weather was fantastic to begin with so picnics, walks and fun times went down a treat with my 6 year old. Then catching up on jobs in the house as well as doing the garden, we’ve really made some good come out of a bad situation.”
What do you do after a stressful day?
“Stressful days are definitely ended with a large gin, a good catch up with friends on Zoom and FaceTime also brings some normality back.”
Do you have a favourite hobby or activity?
“My hobby, which I have been so lucky to continue doing at home has to be riding my horses which also gives some me-time. Going for walks and adventures with my little one has also been good fun.”
Any films or TV programmes you’ve enjoyed?
“I’m really boring, I can’t say I’ve watched any. By the time I get to sit down in the evening I’m pretty much sleeping.”
Songs that cheer you up?
“Our lockdown song deffo seems to be Blinding Lights by The Weeknd. It seems to be constantly playing in our house!”
Nia
What you’ve been up to during lockdown?
“During lockdown I’ve been staying at home and keeping safe! I’ve recently given birth and now have two beautiful daughters.”
What do you do after a stressful day?
“Sleeping, getting rest before another busy day.”
Do you have a favourite hobby or activity?
“I like walking and having some fresh air.”
Any films or TV programmes you’ve enjoyed?
“I don’t have much time to watch television with two children. But been watching films and TV programmes on Netflix.”
Songs that cheer you up?
“Somewhere Over The Rainbow.”
Sara
What you’ve been up to during lockdown?
“I’ve been working on my online shop selling handmade face masks, motivational postcards and even some dog denim jackets! I’ve also carried on sewing by doing some alterations to clothing.”
What do you do after a stressful day?
“I like to unwind by sitting on the couch and watch television or some videos on Youtube. I also like to catch up with friends via video calls”
Do you have a favourite hobby or activity?
“I like to sketch and some embroidery. I’ve also recently enjoyed activities including gardening, Zoom quizzes with friends and even baking cakes (with the aid of Betty Crocker cake mixes of course!)”
Any films or TV programmes you’ve enjoyed?
“I’ve enjoyed lots of programmes including The Great British Sewing Bee, Richard Osman’s House of Games and Pobol y Cwm.”
Songs that cheer you up?
“When lockdown began I revisited my old Now CDs from the 00’s. I also love the recent tracks from Dua Lipa and Lady Gaga.”