Style Magazine July 2020
Let’s rewind for a minute to early March. Before life as we knew it came to a screeching halt. I was a distracted mom, driver, wife, and worker who was religious about my routine, took things like haircuts and hugs for granted, and had big plans to see the world this summer. Then, COVID-19. Need I say no more. For anyone who likes to be in control and is a creature of habit, it was the ultimate lesson in letting go and realizing that the only thing we truly have control over is our attitude. Despite the challenging moments, the tears, and the fears that my own family faced, the situation ultimately brought us, and our community, closer. It was a time—a lot of time—of reset, reflection, and, yes, reruns. I embraced the multiple months at home by learning a few new skills (baking sourdough bread and bagels), savoring every second with my daughter who’s growing way too fast, planting a pretty—and pretty prosperous—garden, and gaining a new appreciation for my neighborhood and the people and places that make it thrive. Another positive thing to come out of quarantine? The rates of pet adoption and fostering significantly spiked. As touch between humans became taboo and people started spending endless hours in the comfort of their crib, owning an animal became even more enticing. Just turn to this month’s feature, “Incredible Pets,” on page 53 to read about two lucky pups who were adopted amid the pandemic (Daphne and Lady), plus other four-legged friends who live, and are loved, locally. We also share a lengthy list of area animal rescues, tips for summer pet safety, easy ways to pamper your pet, and furry friends to follow on Instagram. It’s a feel-good feature you won’t want to miss. As life slowly returns to (a new) normal, I hope we continue to be more present, spend ample time outside—and in the kitchen—and, maybe most importantly, support the small businesses that support us on a daily basis. Cheers! — Megan // megan@stylemg.com @meggoeggowaffle
Let’s rewind for a minute to early March. Before life as we knew it came to a screeching halt. I was a distracted mom, driver, wife, and worker who was religious about my routine, took things like haircuts and hugs for granted, and had big plans to see the world this summer. Then, COVID-19. Need I say no more. For anyone who likes to be in control and is a creature of habit, it was the ultimate lesson in letting go and realizing that the only thing we truly have control over is our attitude.
Despite the challenging moments, the tears, and the fears that my own family faced, the situation ultimately brought us, and our community, closer. It was a time—a lot of time—of reset, reflection, and, yes, reruns. I embraced the multiple months at home by learning a few new skills (baking sourdough bread and bagels), savoring every second with my daughter who’s growing way too fast, planting a pretty—and pretty prosperous—garden, and gaining a new appreciation for my neighborhood and the people and places that make it thrive.
Another positive thing to come out of quarantine? The rates of pet adoption and fostering significantly spiked. As touch between humans became taboo and people started spending endless hours in the comfort of their crib, owning an animal became even more enticing. Just turn to this month’s feature, “Incredible Pets,” on page 53 to read about two lucky pups who were adopted amid the pandemic (Daphne and Lady), plus other four-legged friends who live, and are loved, locally. We also share a lengthy list of area animal rescues, tips for summer pet safety, easy ways to pamper your pet, and furry friends to follow on Instagram. It’s a feel-good feature you won’t want to miss.
As life slowly returns to (a new) normal, I hope we continue to be more present, spend ample time outside—and in the kitchen—and, maybe most importantly, support the small businesses that support us on a daily basis. Cheers!
— Megan // megan@stylemg.com
@meggoeggowaffle
Create successful ePaper yourself
Turn your PDF publications into a flip-book with our unique Google optimized e-Paper software.
Incredible<br />
Pets<br />
Our pets hold a special place in<br />
our hearts—and these pictures<br />
prove it. Paws for a moment as<br />
you peruse this year’s pictorial<br />
of local animal companions.<br />
TIKKA "Tikka is<br />
the mascot at<br />
Hawkins School of<br />
Performing Arts.<br />
She's three years<br />
old and brings joy to<br />
Hawkins' students,<br />
and they bring joy<br />
to her!"—Deirdre<br />
Hawkins<br />
ZOE "Zoe is 17 years<br />
old and still going<br />
strong!"—Tim Dolan<br />
People & Their Pets<br />
Compiled by Megan Wiskus<br />
AGNES “Agnes is a diva. She<br />
loves to talk, take naps, and<br />
give dirty looks.”—Julie Ryan<br />
ABBY “Abby is a four-year-old, 20-pound dachshund/<br />
Chihuahua/Jack Russell terrier mix. We adopted her a year<br />
ago from Foothill Dog Rescue in Shingle Springs and love her<br />
dearly. Although she doesn’t play with any toys, she enjoys<br />
sunning herself (until it gets too hot), wrestling, playing<br />
with our garden cat (they’re best buddies), chasing turkeys<br />
out of the yard, and scaring deer when they get close to the<br />
fence. She loves the country life.”—Lorraine Burgess<br />
Photos courtesy of their pet parents.<br />
ALBERT<br />
“Albert is<br />
super cuddly<br />
and a little<br />
mischievous.<br />
He also<br />
loves<br />
spaghetti.”<br />
—Dawn and<br />
Mike Doyle<br />
ANDY, DODGER, & PEZ “Andy,<br />
Dodger, and Pez all enjoy bird watching,<br />
homeschooling with Ben, walks to the<br />
park, and napping.”—Darci Frank<br />
JULY <strong>2020</strong> | stylemg.com 53
Change language