Coronavirus Pandemic of 2020 June

 June 1, 2020 :   Day 79 of Quarantine

COVID-19 News:

• The numbers: More than 6.6 million cases of Covid-19 have been reported worldwide, including at least 375,000 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University.
• Brazil cases pass half a million: More than 526,000 infections have been recorded in the country — only the United States, which has recorded 1.8 million cases, has reported more.
• Countries ease restrictions: The UK and India are among the nations relaxing lockdown restrictions today

Covid is on the back burner as the whole world watched the protest.

Chris got Layden up at 6am to help drain the pool. The muddy mess causing damage to the pool

Athena made Elizabeth a cardboard house

The pool is a mess and we have to drain it to fix it. 

Athena showed Elizabeth her puppy and Elizabeth loves it and want the puppy to have a sleep over

After tennis lunch

social media news

   

We just are not giving enough of our patio... now dinner. 

Pool time

• Protests erupted for a seventh day across the US over the death of George Floyd, an unarmed black man, at the hands of a police officer in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
• At least 40 cities imposed curfews and National Guard members have been activated in at least 23 states and Washington, DC.
• An independent autopsy found Floyd died from "asphyxiation from sustained pressure," while the Hennepin County Medical Examiner found "no physical findings" to "support a diagnosis of traumatic asphyxia or strangulation."
• One former officer who was seen with his knee on Floyd's neck was charged with third-degree murder and manslaughter — but protesters say the charge doesn't go far enough, and are demanding charges for the other officers involved.
• President Trump declared himself "your president of law and order" during remarks from the Rose Garden Monday night

Peaceful Protesters Tear-Gassed To Clear Way For Trump Church Photo-Op

The plaza between St. John's Church and Lafayette Park was full of people nonviolently protesting police brutality late Monday afternoon when U.S. Park Police and National Guard troops, with the use of tear gas, suddenly started pushing them away for no apparent reason.

And then it became clear.

President Trump wanted to walk from the White House through the park to the Episcopal church. Camera crews scrambled to keep up with him as he strode through the park, followed by his daughter Ivanka and her husband, Jared Kushner, along with Attorney General William Barr and other administration officials.

Trump stopped briefly outside the church and held up a Bible.

"We have the greatest country in the world," he said. "Keep it nice and safe."

The visit came just after Trump delivered remarks at the White House, declaring himself "your president of law and order" and demanding that governors deploy National Guard units and "dominate the streets."

St. John's Church opened in 1816 and is known as "the Church of the Presidents," having hosted every U.S. president since James Madison. On this occasion, however, the president's visit was unannounced, and church authorities were furious that the White House did not bother to alert them.

"There was no reaching out, no sense that it would require some sort of authorization before using the church as a backdrop in that way," said the Right Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde, Episcopal bishop of Washington, with oversight responsibilities for the church

 June 2, 2020 :   Day 80 of Quarantine

Black Out Tuesday

• Protests over the death of George Floyd, an unarmed black man, at the hands of police in Minneapolis, Minnesota, entered its eighth day across the US. One former officer was charged with third-degree murder and manslaughter — but protesters and critics believe the charge isn't harsh enough.
• President Trump vowed yesterday to use the military if widespread violence isn't quelled, as peaceful protesters just outside the White House gates were dispersed with tear gas.
• Experts hired by George Floyd's family and the Hennepin County Medical Examiner have concluded his death was a homicide.

A huge wind storm came through and our fire pit cut open the side of our pool.

Pool is cleaning the pool

Athena and I ran to the pool store to gett supplies to fix the pool, now Chris has to figure out how to use the patch to fix the pool

In The News

• The numbers: More than 6.3 million cases of Covid-19 have been reported worldwide, including at least 379,000 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University.
• Countries ease restrictions: Thailand, India and Mexico are among nations relaxing coronavirus restrictions. Rio de Janeiro will also begin opening some nonessential businesses and activities.
• In the US: More than 1.8 million cases have been recorded, including over 106,000 deaths.

 June 3, 2020 :   Day 81 of Quarantine

Playing in the freezing cold pool as it fills back up. Elizabeth was so excited to play in the pool, Athena on the other hand wasn't looking forward to the freezing cold water. But she did it for Elizabeth.

After swimming Elizabeth wanted to play with Athena's puppy. She absolutely loved the puppy and asked to have a sleep over with the puppy. Note: The puppy is a toy. 

• In the News:
• All four former Minneapolis police officers involved in George Floyd's killing have been charged, the Minnesota attorney general announced.
• Charges were elevated for one former officer from third to second-degree murder. The other former officers will be charged with aiding and abetting second-degree murder and aiding and abetting second-degree manslaughter.
• Protesters continue to rally across the US, and memorial services to honor Floyd will take place in Minnesota, Texas and North Carolina over the course of six days. The Minneapolis service will occur tomorrow.

COVID-19 News

• The numbers: More than 6.4 million cases of Covid-19 have been reported worldwide, including at least 380,000 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University.
• India cyclone: Cyclone Nisarga is now moving across the state of Maharashtra -- India's virus epicenter. Covid-19 patients were among more than 100,000 people evacuated before the storm hit.
• Australia downturn: The country's economy shrank 0.3% in the first quarter, as it entered recession for the first time in nearly three decades.
• In the US: More than 1.8 million cases have been recorded, including over 107,000 deaths.

 June 4, 2020 :   Day 82 of Quarantine

• In the News:
• A memorial service to honor George Floyd took place in Minneapolis, as protesters continue to rally across the US following his killing.
• All four former Minneapolis police officers involved in George Floyd's death have been charged, the Minnesota attorney general announced.
• Charges were elevated for one former officer from third- to second-degree murder. The other former officers will be charged with aiding and abetting.

Well, the pool is still having problems, we are focus to drain the pool and fix the legs. Bentley thought is would be fun to play in the mud... Thanks buddy.

Ryleigh loves his kitty. 

We got a crazy wind storm, knocking over the garden swing.

• The numbers: More than 6.5 million cases of Covid-19 have been reported worldwide, including at least 388,000 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University.
• Records fall in Latin America: Brazil and Mexico both announced a record number of virus-related deaths in a single day.
• In the US: More than 1.8 million coronavirus cases have been recorded, including at least 108,000 deaths.
• Pakistan overtakes China: The South Asian country now has more recorded cases of Covid-19 than China, where the virus originated.

Today, was a relaxing day, I enjoyed a walk through the garden. 

 June 5, 2020 :   Day 83 of Quarantine

• Protests are unfolding across the US for the 11th consecutive night after the death of George Floyd, an unarmed black man killed in police custody.
• Joe Biden sharply criticized Donald Trump for invoking Floyd's name as the President took a victory lap over lower unemployment numbers.
• 57 police officers in Buffalo, New York, have resigned from the force's emergency response team following the suspension of two officers who allegedly pushed a 75-year-old protester to the ground, a source close to the situation said.

Forever. Such a great day. We love our Kellan

Elizabeth was very excited to come play in her play house. Today is 'raining', which means Athena pours water over her house. 

Best post ever. Fuck Trump

• More than 6.6 million cases of Covid-19 have been reported worldwide, according to Johns Hopkins University.
• The US economy gained 2.5 million American jobs in May and unemployment rate fell to 13.3%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
• A forecast published by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention now projects more than 127,000 coronavirus deaths in the country by June 27.
• Research disputing the effectiveness of hydroxychloroquine as a treatment for coronavirus has been retracted after questions were raised over the data.

I got Athena a dress for 4th of July... it's not going to work out. 

June 6, 2020 :   Day 84 of Quarantine

• Protests are expected across the US and around the world for the second consecutive weekend after the death of George Floyd, an unarmed black man killed in police custody.
• Joe Biden sharply criticized Donald Trump for invoking Floyd's name as the President took a victory lap over lower unemployment numbers.
• 57 police officers in Buffalo, New York, have resigned from the force's emergency response team following the suspension of two officers who allegedly pushed a 75-year-old protester to the ground, a source close to the situation said.
• NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says the league was wrong for not listening to players who took a knee to protest police brutality.

We have fixed the pool, now it's time to re fill it. Issiah is helping dad.

We had a super crazy storm come in with high winds. The the pool emptied I was worried it would fly away. The storm was so bad it pulled the gate off the fence. 

Bentley wants a treat and this is how he looks at me. 

COVID-19 News:

• More than 6.7 million cases of Covid-19 have been reported worldwide, according to Johns Hopkins University.
• The US economy gained 2.5 million American jobs in May and the unemployment rate fell to 13.3%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
• A forecast published by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention now projects more than 127,000 coronavirus deaths in the country by June 27.
• Research disputing the effectiveness of hydroxychloroquine as a treatment for coronavirus has been retracted after questions were raised over the data.

June 7, 2020 :   Day 85 of Quarantine

I loving my COVID scrapbook. 

We are playing tennis this morning with Eric and the twins. 

After a fun morning of playing tennis, I'm back in my room scrapbooking.

Chris is hanging out with me

• A 13th day of protest took place across the United States and around the world after the death of George Floyd, an unarmed black man killed in police custody.
• A supermajority of the Minneapolis City Council announced they intend to defund and dismantle the city's police department -- a day after the mayor refused to support the measure.
• In Bristol, England, protesters in solidarity with Black Lives Matter pulled down a statue of a 17th-century slave trader. Thousands also marched in London and other major world cities, as the protest movement gains international momentum.

COVID-19 News:

• More than 400,000 people have died from Covid-19 worldwide, according to Johns Hopkins University, with 6.9 million confirmed infections.The US economy gained 2.5 million American jobs in May and the unemployment rate fell to 13.3%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
• A forecast published by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention now projects more than 127,000 coronavirus deaths in the country by June 27.
• Research disputing the effectiveness of hydroxychloroquine as a treatment for coronavirus has been retracted after questions were raised over the data.
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 June 8, 2020 :   Day 86 of Quarantine

• Protests continue after the death of George Floyd, an unarmed black man killed in police custody. The nationwide spread of anti-racist protests have led to calls to defund or outright abolish police departments.
• Ex-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, who pressed his knee on Floyd's neck, had his bail set at $1.25 million during a hearing today.
• A public visitation and memorial was held for Floyd in Houston, where he grew up. He will be buried next to his mother.

While Ryleigh and Issiah are at Tennis, I garden and Athena plays with Elizabeth. Today I let Lucy come out with me. She really enjoyed the garden

Pool time

Athena is talking on Elizabeth's foot phone

Today the kids are having a pool party. I wasn't sure about this but the kids need to enjoy the summer. Layden had Tony and Michael, Athena had Tessa, Ryleigh and Issiah had Fabi, Shane, and Evan.

I got 4 six-packs of mini soda and Layden and his friends shot-gunned them all. 

Gloves were a hit.

Boys brought out their TV and xbox and played outside. 

Ice Cream truck came by. Awesome. 

COVID News:

• There are now more than 7 million confirmed cases and more than 405,000 deaths worldwide, according to Johns Hopkins University.
• New York City reopens in phase one today.
• The US economy gained 2.5 million jobs in May and the unemployment rate fell to 13.3%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
• A forecast published by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention now projects more than 127,000 coronavirus deaths in the country by June 27.

 June 9, 2020 :   Day 87 of Quarantine

Ryleigh's Instagram, I think they had a great pool party

Hair Salons are open but we are not comfortable going into the Salons, lucky for us Emily is coming to our home. She even aggreed to cut Fabi's and Fabi's mom's hair. 

We are doing our part to stop the spread.

• George Floyd's funeral service was held in Houston, where he grew up. He will be buried next to his mother.
• Protests continue after Floyd, an unarmed black man, was killed in police custody. The nationwide spread of anti-racist protests have led to calls to defund or outright abolish police departments.
• Ex-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, who pressed his knee on Floyd's neck, had his bail set at $1.25 million during a hearing.

• More than 7.1 million cases of the novel coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide, including at least 408,000 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University.
• Almost half of US states are seeing higher rates of new Covid-19 cases as Americans go out to socialize or protest.
• Coronavirus is in retreat across the UK, the health secretary said. However, he warned the government will take local action where there are "flare ups and outbreaks."

 June 10, 2020 :   Day 88 of Quarantine

Chris and I are having a date: Snooze in our car. Yummy. 

Athena and Elizabeth are baking gluten free oatmeal muffins. 

Elizabeth was super cool helping with the muffins, and while the muffins cooked she sat on her dragon and watch a show so Athena and I could clean up. 

Athena is a great baby sitter, she's creative, and so engaging with Elizabeth but some thing Athena gives her way too many sweets. Today is one of those days.

Well, we are having a yard sale, Today I'm gathering stuff for around the house and in the garage. We are definitively worry about COVID but we are going to try.  

Issiah and Fabi we great about coming over to have a conversation with me and give me a bit of help moving stuff from the basement to the garage. 

Baby spider. Ryleigh wont come outside now and Issiah is nowhere to be found. All over a spider. 

30 years of 311. Awesome. 

• George Floyd's brother, Philonise Floyd, testified before the House on police accountability. He called on lawmakers to overhaul policing laws.
• Nationwide spread of anti-racist protests have led to calls to defund or outright abolish police departments.
• A crowd in Virginia threw a Christopher Columbus statue in a lake in Richmond, following a protest in the city.

COVID-19 News:

• More than 7.2 million cases of the novel coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide, including at least 412,000 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University.
• The global economy will take at least two years to recover from the pandemic as the world enters the worst peacetime recession in 100 years.
• Almost half of US states are seeing higher rates of new Covid-19 cases as Americans go out to socialize or protest.

June 11, 2020 :   Day 89 of Quarantine

I support Defund the Police, and no it doesn't mean no law enforcement. 

President Trump Gassed US Citizens for a photo op in-front of a church he didn't go in while holding the bible upside down. Disgusting. Shame on Trump 

Denver protest. Face down on the ground yelling I can't breathe.

This is so cool Ryleigh made this. And he is going to help me scrapbook our 311 Day 2020 album.

• More than 7.4 million cases of the novel coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide, including at least 420,000 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University.
• The United States has passed 2 million confirmed cases of the virus, according to Johns Hopkins.
• The number of positive Covid-19 cases in the Indian city of Mumbai surpassed those reported in the Chinese city of Wuhan, the original epicenter of the virus outbreak.

• Nationwide spread of anti-racist protests have led to calls to defund or outright abolish police departments.
• George Floyd's brother, Philonise Floyd, testified before the House of Representatives on police accountability. He called on lawmakers to overhaul policing laws.
• Cities and municipalities in the US are starting to ban or have banned the use of chokeholds in policing, according to information gathered by CNN. 

June 12, 2020 :   Day 90 of Quarantine

Friday. As we continue to prepare for the garage sale we find treasures. While Elizabeth finds many things like this dog she loves. 

Hows that going Athena, that a lot of blowing to blow the up. 

Sleeping on the job

At Athena's day care today, swim lessons. Athena is having a blast teaching Elizabeth how to swim.

After swim lessons, Athena took Elizabeth shopping at our garage sale. She found a bag full of good stuff. 

It's a hot day and a great day to be in the pool. 

I couldn't agree more. 

• The nationwide spread of anti-racist protests has led to calls to defund or outright abolish police departments.
• New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed part of a state police reform bill package into law that will ban the use of chokeholds by police officers, among other reforms.
• At an event promoted as discussing "justice disparities," President Trump warned against labeling "tens of millions of decent Americans as racist or bigots." He confirmed the White House is working to finalize an order on policing standards.

Yes, Tennis. I'm back on the court in Dan's Drills. 

Ryleigh did a private lesson with Dan after my drills. 

COVID-19 News:

• More than 7.6 million cases of the novel coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide, including at least 424,000 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University.
• In the US, some states and cities — like Oregon and Nashville, Tennessee — are delaying reopening plans because of elevated coronavirus cases.
• An influential model cited by the White House issued the dire prediction, saying the US death toll could reach 169,890 by October.

 June 13, 2020 :   Day 91 of Quarantine

Chris and I are doing it, we are eating in a restaurant for the first time. Lazy Dog, they have out door dinning. 

I have missed you

Athena felt like baking today. Brownies, Cake, and cookies. We are all doing a taste testing. 

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  The nationwide and worldwide spread of anti-racist protests following the death of George Floyd have led to calls to defund police departments and take down Confederate statues.
• New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed part of a state police reform bill package into law that will ban the use of chokeholds by police officers, among other reforms.
• President Trump warned this week against labeling "tens of millions of decent Americans as racist or bigots." He confirmed the White House is working to finalize an order on policing standards.
• Atlanta police chief steps down, and protesters shut down a major highway in the city, after a black man was shot and killed by an officer. The Wendy's where he died has been set ablaze.

COVID-19 News:

• More than 7.6 million cases of the novel coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide, as well as at least 425,000 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University.
• The French government will lift coronavirus travel restrictions on its internal European borders on Monday.
• In the US, some states and cities — like Oregon and Nashville, Tennessee — are delaying reopening plans because of elevated coronavirus cases.

 June 14, 2020 :   Day 92 of Quarantine

Pool Day

Great Day for us to sit at the pool and sun tan. 

I got Layden new fishing gear today. Hope he's happy. I think its cool.

• More than 7.8 million cases of the novel coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide, including at least 430,000 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University.
• There are at least 2,074,526 cases of coronavirus in the US, including at least 115,436 deaths. Several states have seen a surge in new cases.
• Beijing’s health commission confirmed 43 cases linked to the largest agricultural market in Beijing, breaking the city’s 56-day record of no new coronavirus cases.
• India recorded its largest single-day spike to date, with almost 12,000 new cases.

• Anti-racist protests continue to spread nationwide and worldwide following the death of George Floyd, leading to calls to defund police departments and take down Confederate statues.
• Dozens were arrested in Atlanta as protesters took to the streets and the drive-thru where a black man was shot and killed by police was set ablaze. The officer who killed Rayshard Brooks was fired and the police chief has stepped down.
• More than 100 people were arrested in London after violence broke out when far-right groups targeted anti-racism demonstrations and scuffled with police, with several giving the Nazi salute.
• Police reforms are starting to take hold across the US. One reform repeals a New York state statute that kept secret the personnel and disciplinary records of police officers. States from Florida to California banned chokeholds and neck restraints like the one used on Floyd the day he died in police custody in Minneapolis

 June 15, 2020 :   Day 93 of Quarantine

We said yes to another pool day with friends. 

COVID is challenging wanting to do the right thing but not always knowing what that is. Today we are allowing Layden and Athena to be kids and have fun.

 

• Anti-racist protests continue to spread following the death of George Floyd, leading to calls to defund police departments and take down historic statues.
• Dozens were arrested in Atlanta as protesters took to the streets after Rayshard Brooks was shot and killed by police. The officer who killed Brooks was fired and the police chief has stepped down.
• An autopsy report released by the Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office said Brooks was shot twice in the back.

• More than 8 million cases of novel coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide, including at least 435,000 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University.
• Nearly 2.1 million Covid-19 cases have been recorded in the US, including at least 116,000 deaths.
• In China, Beijing is reintroducing strict lockdown measures and rolling out mass testing to beat back a fresh cluster of cases

 June 16, 2020 :   Day 94 of Quarantine

• Anti-racist protests continue to spread following the death of George Floyd, leading to calls to defund police departments and take down historic statues.
• President Trump signed modest police reform today to establish a national certification system for law enforcement agencies.
• In Atlanta, the Fulton County District Attorney is weighing charges for both officers involved in the Rayshard Brooks shooting Friday

Selling our bikes in a yard sale

Great sign.n 

Layden didn't like his fishing jacket but Fabi does.

I love him.

• More than 8 million cases of novel coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide, including at least 437,000 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University.
• The World Health Organization called a coronavirus cluster of more than 100 cases in Beijing a "significant event." As the new outbreak spreads beyond the market, at least 29 neighborhoods are under lockdown in the Chinese capital.
• Researchers increased their projections of Covid-19 deaths this summer in the US due a mix of early reopenings and disregard for personal safety measures.
• More than 2.1 million Covid-19 cases have been recorded in the US, including at least 116,000 deaths

 June 17, 2020 :   Day 95 of Quarantine

Gardening Day. Our lettuce is ready. 

We found a next in our pine tree. So cute. 

Ryleigh and Issiah hoping with yard work . 

• The former Atlanta officer who shot and killed Rayshard Brooks faces 11 charges, including felony murder, the Fulton County district attorney announced.
• Anti-racist protests continue to spread following the death of George Floyd, leading to calls to defund police departments and take down historic statues.
• US President Donald Trump signed an executive order on policing, and Democrats and Republicans in Congress are working on police reform plans.

COVID -19 News

• More than 8.2 million cases of novel coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide, including at least 446,000 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University.
• Fears of second spikes from China to Germany, as new cases force renewed lockdown measures. In the US, Florida, Texas and Arizona set daily records for new coronavirus cases.
• In the UK, a new study suggests dexamethasone, a widely available steroid drug, may treat the sickest patients

 June 18, 2020 :   Day 96 of Quarantine

• The former Atlanta officer who shot and killed Rayshard Brooks faces 11 charges, including felony murder, the Fulton County district attorney announced.
• Following the charges, the Atlanta Police Department said an unusual number of officers working the late shift had called out sick. Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms said that she doesn't know exactly how many officers are calling out, but that the city has enough police officers.
• Anti-racist protests continue to spread following the death of George Floyd, leading to calls to defund police departments and take down historic statues.
• Democrats and Republicans in Congress are working on police reform plans.
• Our live coverage of the anti-racism protests has moved here

Grandma Debbie and Nana Reta are here to set up and help with the garage sale. Grandma Debbie brought a truck full of stuff to sell. 

Setting up. Lots to organize.

This was the highlight on the week to have Athena's mask help those in need. 

• More than 8.4 million cases of novel coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide, including at least 451,000 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University.
• Countries including China and Germany have renewed lockdown measures in some areas following the emergence of new clusters of cases.
• In the US, Florida, Texas and Arizona saw their highest single-day increases in new Covid-19 cases. New projections say Florida has "all the markings of the next large epicenter."
• Our live coverage of the coronavirus pandemic has ended for the evening. Follow updates here

 June 19, 2020 :   Day 97 of Quarantine

Yard Sale Day 1

Fabi and Issiah are making us breakfast.

Ryleigh and athena  are out helping.

Nana is in charge of money. Thank god because there is alot to keep track of and she is great at it. 

After breakfast Fabi and Issiah came out to help. 

Layden is doing yard work but will not help with the yard sale. He doesn't want COVID

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis signed new police accountability legislation into law on Friday that would create new officer requirements including body cameras and limits on deadly force.

The move -- coinciding with the June 19 holiday Juneteenth, which commemorates the end of slavery in the United States -- makes Colorado the first state to codify broad policing reform since the start of nationwide protests decrying police brutality, the Democratic governor said.

What the bill says: The bill requires that all police officers use activated body cameras or dashboard cameras during service calls or officer-initiated public interactions. It also bars officers from using deadly force against those suspected of minor or non-violent offenses, requires officers to intervene should they witness another officer using excessive physical force and establishes new data reporting on the use of force.

The measure specifically bans officers from using chokeholds, a long-controversial technique, particularly following the death of Eric Garner in 2014 when a police officer was accused of choking him. The death of George Floyd, who died after a Minneapolis police officer restrained him by pressing a knee on his neck for nearly nine minutes, has prompted nationwide protests.

The bill also designates qualified immunity -- a legal doctrine that critics say shields law enforcement from accountability and has garnered recent attention -- as an unacceptable defense against liability for violating a person's rights.

"This legislation specifically contains landmark, evidence-based reforms that not only protect civil rights but will help restore trust between law enforcement and the communities that they serve," Polis said during the bill signing Friday.

Colorado joins several other states and localities that have moved to reassess their police rules and regulations following widespread protests across the US

• It's Juneteenth, the holiday commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. Demonstrations and rallies will be held around the country to mark the day.
• Anti-racist protests continue to spread, leading to calls to defund police departments and take down historic statues.
• The former Atlanta officer charged with felony murder in the killing of Rayshard Brooks waived his right to a first court appearance.
• Our live coverage has moved here.

After the yard sale I took Grandma Debbie and Don to watch the boys play tennis. 

COVID - 19 News

• More than 8.6 million cases of novel coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide, including more than 458,000 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University.
• Countries including China and Germany have renewed lockdown measures in some areas following the emergence of new clusters of cases.
• New Covid-19 cases are rising in 23 US states, and 10 saw their highest single-day increases.
• Our live coverage of the coronavirus pandemic has ended for the evening

 June 20, 2020 :   Day 98 of Quarantine

Yard Sale Day number 2

Did some rearranging to get people to stop going into none yard sale area of the garage. 

Ryleigh did a great job selling his stuff. 

• President Trump held a campaign rally in Tulsa this evening, his first since coronavirus shut down the country and halted all in-person campaigning.
• The rally was held as Oklahoma reports a steady increase of new confirmed coronavirus cases per day and new cases in Tulsa County have also been climbing at a record level. Rally attendees were not required to maintain social distance or wear masks.
• In a shocking admission during the rally, Trump said he had told administration officials to slow down coronavirus testing because of the rising number of cases in the US.
• Attendance at the rally fell below the campaign's expectations, with Trump canceling an overflow crowd address due to low turnout

• More than 8.7 million cases of the novel coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide, including more than 461,000 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University.
• Countries including China and Germany have renewed lockdown measures in some areas following the emergence of fresh case clusters. The Australian state of Victoria has also reimposed some restrictions.
• The Brazilian health ministry says the country’s record case spike is partly due to "instability" in how some populous states reported their data. On Friday, Brazil reported 54,711 fresh cases -- higher than any single-day increase in the United States, according to a CNN tally based on Johns Hopkins University data.
• New Covid-19 cases are rising in 23 US states, and 10 saw their highest single-day increases.
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Black Lives Matter Protest News:

• Friday was Juneteenth, the holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. Demonstrations and rallies were held around the country to mark the day.
• Anti-racist protests continue to spread, leading to calls to defund police departments and take down historic statues.
• A second former Minneapolis police officer awaiting trial over the death of George Floyd has been released from jail. His bail was $750,000.

 June 21, 2020 :   Day 99 of Quarantine

Happy Father's Day Chris!!! We are so blessed to have you in our lives. Thank you for your love, your support, your leadership. 

Nana is watching Zach's dog. Bentley like the company.

Pool, BBQ, back yard games. 

Layden and Issiah won. 

Athena wants this doggy

Preparing for the afternoon storm. 

News:

• Anti-racist protests continue to spread, leading to calls to defund police departments and take down historic statues.
• President Donald Trump suggested making flag-burning illegal at his rally in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Saturday night, as he fumed over demonstrations he’s seen across the country.
• Atlanta authorities have issued an arrest warrant for a female suspect linked to the arson last Saturday evening of the Wendy’s restaurant where Rayshard Brooks was shot dead

COVID-19 News:

• More than 8.7 million cases of the novel coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide, including nearly 464,000 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University.
• At his Tulsa rally, President Donald Trump said he had told administration officials to slow down coronavirus testing because of the rising number of cases in America, and used a racist term to describe the coronavirus.
• After Trump made the comment about testing, an administration official told CNN that the president was "obviously kidding" about the slowdown.
• Travelers coming to Spain from Britain will no longer have to quarantine starting on June 21, Spanish Foreign Minister Arancha Gonzalez Laya said

 June 22, 2020 :   Day 100 of COVID-19

COVID-19 Update:

• More than 9 million cases of novel coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide, according to Johns Hopkins University.
• In the US, cases are spiking in states like Florida and Arizona, even as the nation continues to reopen. Young people in the South and West are increasingly testing positive.
• An infectious disease expert has warned that the virus is on track to keep spreading "like a forest fire" through the US this summer and fall

Black Live Matters

• Anti-racist protests continue to spread across the US and globally, with growing calls to defund police departments and take down historic statues.
• Reporters have been evacuated from the White House after protesters attempted to pull down a statue of former President Andrew Jackson in Lafayette Park.
• Atlanta authorities have issued an arrest warrant for a female suspect linked to the arson fire that burned down a Wendy’s following Rayshard Brooks' killing.
• Brooks' funeral will be held Tuesday at the historic Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta.

Not too much happening with the family today.

 June 23, 2020 :   Day 101 of COVID-19

I voted!!! 

Pride Week.

COVID-19 News: 

• More than 9.1 million cases of Covid-19 have been confirmed worldwide, according to Johns Hopkins University.
• In the US, cases are spiking in some states as the nation continues to reopen. Young people in the South and West are increasingly testing positive.
• The EU is considering recommending that member states block Americans from visiting their countries due to Covid-19 surge, according to two EU diplomats.
• Dr. Anthony Fauci told lawmakers today the US will be increasing coronavirus testing.

Black Lives Matter

• Anti-racist protests continue to spread across the US and globally, with growing calls to defund police departments and take down historic statues.
• Rayshard Brooks' funeral was held today at the historic Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta.
• Reporters were evacuated from the White House after protesters attempted to pull down a statue of former President Andrew Jackson in Lafayette Park

 June 24, 2020 :   Day 102 of COVID-19

Did a big shop for a trip to Pagosa Springs. 10 kids worth of snack.

Issiah got injured today at tennis practice. 

Getting a chiropractic adjustment.

I love my Cali

Chris and I are trying to pack all this food. 

NEWS:

COVID-19 Update:

• More than 9.2 million cases of Covid-19 have been confirmed worldwide, according to Johns Hopkins University. WHO expects the world will reach 10 million cases within the next week.
• New York, New Jersey and Connecticut will require travelers from states with high Covid-19 cases to quarantine for two weeks. At least 26 US states are seeing rising cases of the disease.
• The EU is considering recommending member states block travelers, including Americans, from visiting their countries due to a Covid-19 surge.

Black Lives Matter

• Anti-racist protests continue to spread across the US and globally, with growing calls to defund police departments and take down historic statues.
• Senate Democrats blocked a Republican police reform bill from coming to the floor after criticizing the legislation as an inadequate response.
• The officers involved in George Floyd's death were trained to prevent suffocation, the Minneapolis police chief confirmed

 June 25, 2020 :   Day 103 of COVID-19

COVID-19 Update:

• California, Florida and Texas are setting records for Covid-19 cases. At least 30 states across the US are reporting an increase in new cases.
• Texas is pausing further reopening as it responds to an increase in cases, the governor said.
• There are fears of "apocalyptic" surges in major Texas cities if the trend continues: Houston could be the hardest-hit city in the US with numbers rivaling those in Brazil.
• The number of Covid-19 cases in Latin America has tripled in the past month, surpassing 2 million infections, the Pan American Health Organization said

Black Lives Matter

• California, Florida and Texas are setting records for Covid-19 cases. At least 30 states across the US are reporting an increase in new cases.
• Texas is pausing further reopening as it responds to an increase in cases, the governor said.
• There are fears of "apocalyptic" surges in major Texas cities if the trend continues: Houston could be the hardest-hit city in the US with numbers rivaling those in Brazil.
• The number of Covid-19 cases in Latin America has tripled in the past month, surpassing 2 million infections, the Pan American Health Organization said.

 June 26, 2020 :   Day 104 of COVID- 19 

Chris and I went on a date to snooze. Yummy.

Layden was invited to go play Paintball with his friends and we invited uncle Danny to come a long. Layden was fear less, holding off 40 people from getting into the fort. Danny was a proud uncle. 

Issiah and Fabi came to play after their tennis practice

COVID-19 Update:

• More than half of US states are seeing an increase in Covid-19 cases. In Texas, some bars have been ordered to close as officials fear "apocalyptic" surges if current trends continue. Meanwhile, Florida reported its highest single day of cases.
• Travelers from the United States are “unlikely” to be allowed into the European Union, several EU officials told CNN.
• Dr. Anthony Fauci says the White House coronavirus task force is "seriously considering" a new testing strategy.
• Number of Covid-19 cases in Latin America has tripled in the past month, surpassing 2 million infections, the Pan American Health Organization said

Black Lives Matter

• Protests are expected across the US and around the world for the second consecutive weekend after the death of George Floyd, an unarmed black man killed in police custody.
• Joe Biden sharply criticized Donald Trump for invoking Floyd's name as the President took a victory lap over lower unemployment numbers.
• 57 police officers in Buffalo, New York, have resigned from the force's emergency response team following the suspension of two officers who allegedly pushed a 75-year-old protester to the ground, a source close to the situation said.
• NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says the league was wrong for not listening to players who took a knee to protest police brutality.

 June 27, 2020 :   Day 105 of COVID-19

We are heading out on a friendcation tomorrow and some of our friends are coming over tonight. Today we are gifting Tony with lots of gifts, one being new shoes

Tony's mom Amy made us a cake for the trip . I couldn't wait so we got into it tonight. And damn it was the best cake I have ever had.

News;

COVID-19

• he US reported more than 40,000 new Covid-19 cases on Friday, its biggest daily jump yet. More than half of all states are seeing a rise in cases.
• The number of cases in Latin America has tripled in the past month, surpassing 2 million infections, the Pan American Health Organization said.
• The British government says it will announce travel agreements with countries such as France, Greece and Spain.
• Dr. Anthony Fauci says the White House coronavirus task force is "seriously considering" a new testing strategy

Black Lives Matter

Protests flared up across the country this weekend, two months after the police killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis catalyzed a nationwide reckoning over race and policing.

From Portland to Seattle to Louisville, Kentucky, protesters took to the streets, as the nation honored the life of civil rights hero John Lewis.

Some protests were largely peaceful. Others descended into clashes between law enforcement and demonstrators.

Here's a breakdown of the unrest.

 June 28, 2020 :   Day 106 of  COVID-19

Early start to the day. It's a 5 hour drive and we are putting 12 people into 2 cars. should be interesting. 

MY care

Beautiful Drive

Lunch Spot. Stopping to eat and move our legs.

 Group pictures

Chris's car. poor things

Got to the resort and got bad news. we can't get in for 3 to 5 hours. And I have a truck full of food. 

Appetizers out. 

Finial we are in one of our places. We can unpack this place, make dinner, and relax. 

Layden and Tony set up and in full relaxation mode. 

View from our deck. 

Twin in their room. A little big for their beds

The teenagers have their own place. We didn't get into it until 9;45pm. 

News;

COVID-19 News:

• More than 10 million people across the world have been infected with the coronavirus, and more than 500,000 have died.
• The US reported more than 40,000 new Covid-19 cases on Friday, its biggest daily jump yet. Yet only two US states are reporting a decline in new coronavirus cases
• The number of cases in Latin America has tripled in the past month, surpassing 2 million infections, the Pan American Health Organization said.
• India reported 19,906 new coronavirus cases on Sunday -- the country's biggest one-day jump.

 June 29, 2020 :   Day 107 of COVID-19 Day 2 of Friendcation in Pagosa Springs

Chris is working this morning so I'm taking the kids to go explore the town and blow up the tubes.

Exploring the river and the hotsprings. 

We walked the town and got a treat. 

We are having trouble blowing up tubes

No trouble entertaining ourselves with the tubes. 

And Chris shows us how to do it correctly

Mountain biking for the teenagers

The' babies' went tubing. 

Tubing was fun but cold, we found the kids in the hot springs. 

Evan got hurt, so hes at home. while the other kids are tubing

Dinner.

Huge scary injury for Chris, landed him in the ER. 

COVID patients

Chris is home from the hospital. the kids cooked dinner. 

COVID-19

• Dr. Anthony Fauci said a Covid-19 vaccine may not be enough to produce herd immunity in the US, partly because many Americans say they will not be vaccinated.
• More than a dozen US states are pausing reopening plans as more than half are reporting rises in cases.
• Around 400,000 residents of Anxin County in China's Hebei province have been placed under new lockdown measures amid a small increase in coronavirus cases.

 June 30, 2020 :   Day 108 of COVID-19- Friendcation in Pagosa Springs

Chris got up early this morning to take Layden fishing. 

Layden got a fish

I looked over the appointment for why the injury to Chris happened. 

Teenagers are mountain biking again. 

Another day of tubing

I asked the kids to take pictures of them mountain biking.

With Chris's injury the only thing we could do is fish. 

Hot springs.

Playing in the deep end at the river. 

After mountain biking the teens went tubing

Relaxing from the evening. 

Shane wants more mountain biking so Chris is taking him.

NEWS:

COVID-19 News:

• At least 16 US states have paused their reopening plans as new cases in at least 36 states are trending upward compared to the previous week.
• The European Union will reopen its border to more than a dozen countries starting tomorrow — but US citizens are not on the list and are still barred.
• The pandemic is far from over and "is actually speeding up," the World Health Organization's director-general said.