Notes

Dow closes out the worst first quarter in history (March 31, 2020). US stocks dropped sharply in the first three months of the year as worries about the global coronavirus pandemic and its impact on businesses and the economy grew. I should start by saying that I am not a financial advisor. But, it is…

It is the second weekend now being in the restricted movement operations. In stages of adaption, one will go through the alarm stage (first), which provides a burst of energy, resistance stage (second) where the body attempts to resist the stressor, and exhaustion stage (third) due to depletion of energy. I believe I am at…

Who would have thought to isolate yourself is mentally challenging. Maybe because I am an extrovert, or perhaps I hate the idea of staying in one place. I am lucky enough to have housemates that I can interact with, and I do have a reasonable amount of space to move and to get fresh air,…

I was never a fan of working from home. It is a routine that I have built over the years to wake up and get ready to go to work. The mantra was always to show up at work no matter what, and early riser gets to catch the worm first. However, since California is…

Over 21 days, the market has dropped more than 21%, and a lot of business has shut down. Lockdown and shelter in place also contribute to the slow down in the supply chain, thus reducing revenue for businesses. The lucky ones can work from home, while others who relied on manufacturing jobs, retail stores, small…

It is unfortunate that this time of the year (March 2020), we have to stay indoors. The weather in California now is fantastic for activities like hiking, running, and cycling, and get together with friends and family members. Picnics, BBQs, and gatherings are my favorites too. However, given the series of unfortunate events, all of…