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Post by monklady123 on Apr 10, 2020 9:00:27 GMT
UPDATE: We're home! We made record time because there was hardly any traffic anywhere, except near Baltimore on our way back. Downtown NYC was a ghost town...I'll post a photo in a few minutes (have to do that from my phone). Dd lives up near Columbia University in Morningside Heights and works near Times Square... she had to drop off something at her office before we left town and we drove straight from her apartment to the office without hardly touching the brakes. Maybe a couple of traffic lights, but only a few cars. Amazing.  Our dog was very happy to see her.  ORIGINAL POST: Woo-hoo! She's been working in NYC this year working for an interfaith disaster response group, living with three roommates who were also working for non-profits. When this whole coronavirus thing started the three roommates went home because their workplaces shut down. Two have been working from home, one not, but dd stayed. At first she stayed because her boss had all the symptoms of COVID-19 (but of course couldn't get tested) so everyone who worked with him had to quarantine themselves. So dd was alone in her apartment for 14 days, working from there. Then she decided to stay because she did have a lot of work to do and thought the whole thing wouldn't last too long.  The roommates all thought that also, and in fact one of them went home with not much of her stuff because she thought it wouldn't be more than a week or so. oy... Dd has now been alone for over a month in this small apartment with nowhere to go except for a walk every day at lunch. I told her several times that she could come home if she wanted but I never said what I was thinking which was "PLEASE COME HOME THIS MINUTE!!" lol... She is an adult and I didn't want her to think I was trying to run her life. But, last weekend she said "I'm going to talk to the bosses about coming home...." Again my mouth said "okay" and my brain said "YES!!!!" Anyway, dh and I are leaving at about 6:00 this morning to drive directly there, toss her stuff in the car, and turn around and drive back. We've filled the gas tank and we might be able to make it there and back on one tank (it's about 4 hours each way). We're bringing snacks, lunch, and water so we don't have to stop anywhere. We'll use the bathroom in dd's apartment. We have face masks. We have wipes and spray disinfectant for the elevator in her building. I went to Costco yesterday and stocked up so we don't have to go out for the next two weeks. Someone will look in on our dog this afternoon. Anything I'm forgetting? lol She'll work from here just as easily as she was working from her apartment so that's not a problem. But she says the boss is hoping to have people back in the office by May 1. I think that's optimistic, but I hope he's right and that it can happen. In the meantime though, unlike her roommates who went home on public transportation thinking they'd be gone maybe a week, at least dd will be able to pack up a lot of her stuff that she won't need after they go back, such as winter clothes, boots, etc. (the last day of this program in July 31st so she won't be there next year to need winter stuff). There was no way we were going to let her come home on the bus or train (are they still even operating?) so I'm happy we're close enough to drive up there. I cannot wait to get her back here.  |
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Post by lesley on Apr 10, 2020 9:08:50 GMT
I’m really pleased she’s coming home. You must feel so relieved. 👍🏼
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Post by joelise on Apr 10, 2020 9:08:57 GMT
Good luck with your journey. I’m happy for you that she’s coming home.
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Post by nlwilkins on Apr 10, 2020 9:46:38 GMT
I know exactly how you feel. My daughter is in Houston and has been working towards getting back up here to Central Texas for months. Every time it seems like it is happening, something comes up to hinder her plans.
So rejoice away! It gives me hope that mine will be coming home soon.
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Post by Basket1lady on Apr 10, 2020 10:05:45 GMT
That’s wonderful. I feel your relief. I was awake about 4 am trying to think of how to get DD home here.
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Post by smcast on Apr 10, 2020 10:43:54 GMT
That will be a huge load off your mind.
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Post by KelleeM on Apr 10, 2020 10:49:35 GMT
I can “hear” the joy in your post! I’m so happy she’ll be home with you all, being alone during this has to be very difficult.
I never thought I’d say that I’m happy to have another adult child living with me but my 25 year old son moved here about a month ago. I’m very relieved to know he’s safe.
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Post by jenjie on Apr 10, 2020 10:49:42 GMT
That’s fantastic! My mindset would be different if I didn’t have all my chicks in the nest. Have a safe trip!
I hear you on the clothes situation! DD’s boyfriend came for spring break. He only brought enough to fit in carryon. Then school was shut down. All his clothes are at school bc his family was in process of moving!
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Post by Deleted on Apr 10, 2020 10:50:25 GMT
Safe journey. You're good, you've thought of all the sensible precautions, well done. I can feel the relief in you just by reading your post.
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Post by TankTop on Apr 10, 2020 11:11:10 GMT
That is such a good news for you. Can you imagine the sigh of relief she will breathe when she walks in your front door?
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Post by purplebee on Apr 10, 2020 12:11:56 GMT
Good news. Sounds like you have covered all the potential problems. Have a quick trip and be safe. One very small comfort: traffic should be manageable!
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Post by bessieb on Apr 10, 2020 12:15:42 GMT
safe journey - it sounds like you have planned well. Enjoy having your daughter home.
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Post by Spongemom Scrappants on Apr 10, 2020 12:19:36 GMT
I wish you safe travels as you get her home.
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Post by maryannscraps on Apr 10, 2020 12:24:56 GMT
Fantastic! I'm very happy that DS22 came home. He came for his spring break with just a small carry on bag, and then ended up staying. All his stuff and his car are still back in Ohio. His lease is up at the beginning of August, so we'll head there sometime before then.
We managed to go to the mall to buy him more clothes the day before they closed.
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Post by J u l e e on Apr 10, 2020 12:30:20 GMT
I feel relief for you both just reading this. Enjoy having her home!!
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Post by Rainy_Day_Woman on Apr 10, 2020 12:32:45 GMT
Aww... That will give you one more comfort during these stressful times. I am glad she is healthy and hope you guys have a safe trip |
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Post by mikklynn on Apr 10, 2020 12:36:12 GMT
Whew! That is great.
I want my 38 year old DD to stay here, too. She's only 10 miles away.
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Post by auntkelly on Apr 10, 2020 12:37:54 GMT
I’m so happy for you and your dd!
My adult ds is with us. He is in law school and his campus is closed, so he is taking online courses. My adult daughter is 1000 miles away from us. She is in a city which has not had a widespread out break (thank God) and she has a serious boyfriend there so she is not alone.
I’m sure you were very worried about your daughter. I’m glad she is able to get out of NYC and go home. Have a safe trip!
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Post by LisaDV on Apr 10, 2020 12:46:29 GMT
That's great! Be safe. Drive safe. Enjoy having your DD home.
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Post by monklady123 on Apr 10, 2020 13:20:00 GMT
I wish you safe travels as you get her home. We’re still on the road and making GREAT time because there is almost no traffic. This part of the east coast seems to be taking things seriously. |
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Post by tentoes on Apr 10, 2020 14:41:21 GMT
Awesome! Enjoy your trip, and enjoy having her home!
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Post by Monica* on Apr 10, 2020 15:10:40 GMT
Great news! We grappled with that decision ourselves. DD21 is a student living in an off-campus apt in MA. She decided to ride this out there because she has three roommates. That made me feel better that she would not be alone. If she had been alone, that probably would have altered our decision. Enjoy your baby!
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Apr 10, 2020 15:44:00 GMT
We’re still on the road and making GREAT time because there is almost no traffic. This part of the east coast seems to be taking things seriously. GLad it is going well. Stop for gas in NJ, they pump it for you! Stay safe! |
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Post by PLurker on Apr 10, 2020 15:45:07 GMT
What a relief for you!
Be safe!
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Post by MichyM on Apr 10, 2020 16:02:27 GMT
I understand how you feel!
My son and his partner left NYC two weeks ago tomorrow. They’ll come out of self-isolation on Sunday. While they’re not here with me (they’re in the same town as partner’s family), and while I wasn’t thrilled that they travelled 20 hours in order to leave, the amount of relief I feel now that they’re in a small town near family and in the middle of almost nowhere is palpable.
Stay healthy and safe and enjoy your time with your daughter!
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Post by peabay on Apr 10, 2020 16:12:37 GMT
Wow, that is so great. I made my daughter in NYC come home on March 13th. She's a senior at NYU, living in an off campus apartment, and for about a minute thought it would be fun to hang out with her friends while the city shut down. Uh NO. I said "pack your things, I'll be there in the morning." She is now very grateful I insisted - someone in her building died (only 10 units in the building). It's not been pretty - she's trying to take her classes over Zoom and it's not perfect. She's also a 22 year old grown up and being back home isn't easy, for any of us.
I'm so happy you'll have your daughter home!
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Post by bc2ca on Apr 10, 2020 18:06:14 GMT
More than anything, I'm thankful my young adult kids are here. I'm so happy for you that she will be under your roof again.
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Post by FLA SummerBaby on Apr 10, 2020 18:57:09 GMT
So glad for you! I am grateful that my 23 year old DD is currently home with us. One less thing to worry over.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 10, 2020 19:02:42 GMT
Safe travels!
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Post by Delta Dawn on Apr 10, 2020 19:05:47 GMT
I can only imagine. I just wish I could do it too!!!
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Our dog was very happy to see her. 
The roommates all thought that also, and in fact one of them went home with not much of her stuff because she thought it wouldn't be more than a week or so. oy...
