Auction excitement (for some)

[sgbernard]

Originally Posted by Snapolit1

I guess just mostly disappointed that I'm having a hard time finding my usual distraction a good distraction these days. But I'm trying.

Steve, sorry to hear this. I definitely hear you, and it can all get pretty overwhelming. But I agree with others, there's not much one can do besides social distancing, and it is better for my anxiety to tune out and read other things. Cards are exactly what I need right now. I ordered a bunch of boxes of 80s-90s wax off eBay just to rip something open. Very therapeutic!

[Vintagecatcher]

Looking forward to the start of the REA auction, and I'm enjoying Marty and Richard's new George Gibson book in the meantime!

Patrick

[ejharrington]

I'm awaiting my REA catalog and an escape from the current situation. I actually am looking forward to it more now than ever.

[Stampsfan]

I feel for you Steve, and have always enjoyed your posts.
I cannot imagine what it is like in your state and others. Here in Canada we get the double whammy of Canadian counts and US counts on CNN, etc.
As an older guy this is unprecedented. I’m like others here, where I need to turn it off. I didn’t look at anything are wise for a bit but I made a couple of purchases in the last week.
My father, at 87, lives across (thankfully) from a nursing home that’s had 5 deaths and over 60 positive cases. He doesn’t need assisted living yet and has basically stayed in his apartment for three weeks now.
I pray for the folks whose families are impacted directly.
I’m longing for the days of playing golf and hockey again, going to sporting events, and having a beer with friends.
Thankfully this place is a bit of a sanctuary for me and I assume several others. Thanks To all who participate, and I include those whose views I don’t agree with. It helps make the world go round.

[Snapolit1]

Thanks for the positive thoughts. We all soldier on and try to stay positive. Giving into despair doesn't help the cause. Also a good time to reach out and support board members trying to run a business of just friends and family who might be struggling more than you are.

Originally Posted by Stampsfan

I feel for you Steve, and have always enjoyed your posts.
I cannot imagine what it is like in your state and others. Here in Canada we get the double whammy of Canadian counts and US counts on CNN, etc.
As an older guy this is unprecedented. I’m like others here, where I need to turn it off. I didn’t look at anything are wise for a bit but I made a couple of purchases in the last week.
My father, at 87, lives across (thankfully) from a nursing home that’s had 5 deaths and over 60 positive cases. He doesn’t need assisted living yet and has basically stayed in his apartment for three weeks now.
I pray for the folks whose families are impacted directly.
I’m longing for the days of playing golf and hockey again, going to sporting events, and having a beer with friends.
Thankfully this place is a bit of a sanctuary for me and I assume several others. Thanks To all who participate, and I include those whose views I don’t agree with. It helps make the world go round.