I'm not typically a hoarder. Sure, I'll occasionally grab an extra jar or bag during a grocery sale, but that's about it. Lately, though, with the COVID-19 pandemic unfolding, I've felt the urge to build a small stockpile at home—just in case.
Like many, I'm growing more attuned to COVID-19 updates. Last week, I stayed level-headed, but now I tune in eagerly to radio news for the latest developments, new guidelines, or restrictions.
I check school emails daily as policies shift rapidly for clarity. Sports apps bring updates too—my daughter's dance classes are canceled next week, my partner suggests pausing kickboxing, and my husband will work from home due to the virus. It's sensible, but the uncertainty is mounting.
Facebook is buzzing with stories of people stockpiling amid COVID-19 fears. Items like spinach, smac, kitchen rolls, paracetamol, and even pancake mix (just add water) are flying off shelves in supermarkets.
This sparks a flicker of worry: What if things escalate? No toilet paper would be a real letdown! 😊 (Half-joking.) Seriously, if quarantines or lockdowns hit—especially with illness at home—having essentials on hand makes sense. My rational side resists, but that cautious inner voice is gaining volume.
Are you leaning toward preparedness and stocking up, or staying relaxed and carrying on as usual amid COVID-19 coverage?
