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Reflecting on Maine's Stay at Home Orders

12 weeks ago I was sitting in one of the government buildings in Augusta, Maine, working on an education advisory board (of which I am a member through my other job as a teacher). Shortly after lunch, they abruptly dismissed us with the underlying message that our world was about to change. Suddenly, our second grader was home 24/7 trying to complete the rest of her school year with our support. With two adults and an eight year old working/learning together in one place, it was exhausting for all of us! Digby, however, relished having his people home every day to cater to his every need. The days spun together and we lost track of what day of the week it was. It was mentally and emotionally draining.

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