Ready for All-Stars!

Each year that Phoebe was in an activity, except last year, we had a statuette made. Out of all the activities, her heart and spirit have always been in Cheer and Gymnastics. She’s going to try out for a higher level All-Star team this coming season. We received a call today that the gym will reopen soon and she was so happy to hear it! 💕 They’re not certain about the competition schedule yet since everything is still a bit chaotic, but she’s still happy. This momma is a bit nervous about the competition schedule since I have a demanding full time job, but I’m confident that we’ll find a way to make it work since it means so much to her. 

Happy Easter! Wait... it doesn't feel like Easter...

So not only is this the first year that the Easter Bunny wasn't delivering a basket to Phoebe (since she no longer believes), but it took a turn where the stores had nothing for me to make her a basket myself. I did end up finding a few of her favorites though! And yes, she was excited about the ramen, it's been super hard to find during this COVID-19 pandemic! She stayed up all night last night playing games and watching "The Fosters". Me and Damian got up at 7:30 and she was awake, again, lol. She's been a night owl with not having school the past few weeks. I guess it's better for her to sleep during the day while I work, instead of sitting around bored and me feeling guilty! Lol. I did set up a 750 piece puzzle for us to put together, but she got bored after the first 20 minutes and now it is my puzzle. :) Here's a pic of her Easter goodies.

And some pictures of this beauty....

Coronavirus Facts

The virus is not a living organism, but a protein molecule (DNA) covered by a protective layer of lipid (fat), which, when absorbed by the cells of the ocular, nasal or buccal mucosa, changes their genetic code.  (mutation) and convert them into aggressor and multiplier cells.

 * Since the virus is not a living organism but a protein molecule, it is not killed, but decays on its own.  The disintegration time depends on the temperature, humidity and type of material where it lies.

 * The virus is very fragile;  the only thing that protects it is a thin outer layer of fat.  That is why any soap or detergent is the best remedy, because the foam CUTS the FAT (that is why you have to rub so much: for 20 seconds or more, to make a lot of foam).  

By dissolving the fat layer, the protein molecule disperses and breaks down on its own.

 * HEAT melts fat;  this is why it is so good to use water above 25 degrees Celsius for washing hands, clothes and everything.  In addition, hot water makes more foam and that makes it even more useful.

 * Alcohol or any mixture with alcohol over 65% DISSOLVES ANY FAT, especially the external lipid layer of the virus.

 * Any mix with 1 part bleach and 5 parts water directly dissolves the protein, breaks it down from the inside.

 * Oxygenated water helps long after soap, alcohol and chlorine, because peroxide dissolves the virus protein, but you have to use it pure and it hurts your skin.

 * NO BACTERICIDE OR ANTIBIOTIC SERVES.  The virus is not a living organism like bacteria;  antibodies cannot kill what is not alive. 

 * NEVER shake used or unused clothing, sheets or cloth.  While it is glued to a porous surface, it is very inert and disintegrates only 

-between 3 hours (fabric and porous), 

-4 hours (copper and wood)

-24 hours (cardboard), 

- 42 hours (metal) and 

-72 hours (plastic).  

But if you shake it or use a feather duster, the virus molecules float in the air for up to 3 hours, and can lodge in your nose.

 * The virus molecules remain very stable in external cold, or artificial as air conditioners in houses and cars.  

They also need moisture to stay stable, and especially darkness.  Therefore, dehumidified, dry, warm and bright environments will degrade it faster.

 * UV LIGHT on any object that may contain it breaks down the virus protein.  For example, to disinfect and reuse a mask is perfect.  Be careful, it also breaks down collagen (which is protein) in the skin.

 * The virus CANNOT go through healthy skin.

 * Vinegar is NOT useful because it does not break down the protective layer of fat.

 * NO SPIRITS, NOR VODKA, serve.  The strongest vodka is 40% alcohol, and you need 65%.

 * LISTERINE IF IT SERVES!  It is 65% alcohol.

 * The more confined the space, the more concentration of the virus there can be.  The more open or naturally ventilated, the less.

 * You have to wash your hands before and after touching mucosa, food, locks, knobs, switches, remote control, cell phone, watches, computers, desks, TV, etc.  And when using the bathroom.

 * You have to HUMIDIFY HANDS DRY from so much washing them, because the molecules can hide in the micro cracks.  The thicker the moisturizer, the better.  

* Also keep your NAILS SHORT so that the virus does not hide there.