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I Asked 21 People What Their Post-Quarantine Plans Are, And Their Answers Made Me Smile

I can guarantee sex, coffee shops, people watching, and carrot cake eating with friends is on your list, too.

Amber Frost Armstrong

May 17, 2020

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I Asked 21 People What Their Post-Quarantine Plans Are, And Their Answers Made Me Smile

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We all miss our shopping trips, frantic school/work morning routines, and going out to a bar and getting that fruity cocktail that we will regret the next morning. I get it — this whole thing kinda blows when we think about activities we cannot do right now. But, I thought it would be a wonderful idea to know what everyone is planning on doing after this has calmed down a little and we have the option to get wine drunk at a club.

21 people told me what fun post-COVID activity they will be engaging in after this sh*t show has blown over.

1. The pool

I truly wish I liked swimming but I hope that chlorine water opens up soon for you.

2. Finally having [our daughter's] first birthday party!

I cannot imagine how weird it will be to explain everything that went on during her first birthday.

3. Getting to hug my grandma!

My heart hurt a little when reading this.

4. Seeing my friends and family!

I will never again refuse a hug from my best friends after this is done.

5. GYM

The only word that has been on my mind for the past 60 days of this nonsense.

6. Having the best belated 21st birthday

Let me tell you I will be taking a shot of tequila for everyone's 21st birthday after this is over.

7. Graduation

I am sorry Zoom graduation will be how you receive your diploma, but I am so proud of you!

8. Going to the mall to touch things and not buy them

Online shopping can take a backseat as soon as Nordstrom lets me wander around looking at purses I can't afford.

9. Playing tennis

Let me bring a tennis racket and see you.

10. I am excited to see how we all appreciate the little things this world has to offer us! I am eager to see how we prove to have the ability to overcome hardships and stay strong together!

While I'm over here thinking about shopping and the gym, you're thinking of the wonderful big picture. I applaud you, girl.

11. I am excited to go up to Canada to see the boy I'm seeing! It's still new and I think if we can make it through this, we can make it through the distance.

Mate, let me tell you I give you props for being able to keep a long-distance relationship going. I know I couldn't. #YIKES

12. Hug my grandparents! (With a mask, holding my breath, with gloves and clean clothes on.)

I do appreciate how cautious you are being because this whole world has gone to sh*t.

13. Have sex, period

Could not agree with you more, I wish you luck until this is over.

14. Go on a proper date with my quarantine girlfriend

You go get those cocktails and talk until 4 a.m.! I will be taking a shot for you at the bar next door.

15. Just excited to be back in a busy lifestyle, working towards a goal, being out, and actually living life!

Living life sounds better than constantly figuring out what Netflix series I need to binge this week.

16. To hang out with you more

I cried a little inside reading this one.

17. To eat carrot cake with my best friends Emmy and Nate

Nothing beats friends and a cream cheese frosting combo.

18. Going to stores like TJ Maxx, Ross, and Value Village to decorate my new apartment

I can say I have never missed TJ Maxx's deals more due to my recent online shopping addiction.

19. Looking forward to enjoying live music with like-minded humans who find sheer joy in the experience. I am psyched to road trip for more tattoos and to walk on the Oregon coast again. To go to Pike Place Market and see friends for tacos or coffee.

I have never seen a perfect summer summed in three sentences before.

20. Driving three hours to meet my new niece who was born during the quarantine! She has brought so much happiness to my family — spoiling her with cuddles and kisses is the first thing I will do!

Give her a big cuddle from me!

21. Get over my ex and let a stranger tell me how cute I am

Does this stranger have a brother? If so, let me know what stay-at-home is a distant memory.

See, there is a little light in what's going on right now. I know I'll be waking up, going to the gym, grabbing a coffee, and then chilling until I can take shots at a bar.

I hope we can look back in a year and find some happiness that came out of not having to rush around as much or worry about constantly needing plans and social events.

But, until then, I hope you all get to touch clothing, have sex, and enjoy a concert again in the near future!

Stay safe and STAY HOME.

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I Asked 21 People What Their Post-Quarantine Plans Are, And Their Answers Made Me Smile

I can guarantee sex, coffee shops, people watching, and carrot cake eating with friends is on your list, too.

In This Article:

1. The pool

2. Finally having [our daughter's] first birthday party!

3. Getting to hug my grandma!

4. Seeing my friends and family!

5. GYM

6. Having the best belated 21st birthday

7. Graduation

8. Going to the mall to touch things and not buy them

9. Playing tennis

10. I am excited to see how we all appreciate the little things this world has to offer us! I am eager to see how we prove to have the ability to overcome hardships and stay strong together!

11. I am excited to go up to Canada to see the boy I'm seeing! It's still new and I think if we can make it through this, we can make it through the distance.

12. Hug my grandparents! (With a mask, holding my breath, with gloves and clean clothes on.)

13. Have sex, period

14. Go on a proper date with my quarantine girlfriend

15. Just excited to be back in a busy lifestyle, working towards a goal, being out, and actually living life!

16. To hang out with you more

17. To eat carrot cake with my best friends Emmy and Nate

18. Going to stores like TJ Maxx, Ross, and Value Village to decorate my new apartment

19. Looking forward to enjoying live music with like-minded humans who find sheer joy in the experience. I am psyched to road trip for more tattoos and to walk on the Oregon coast again. To go to Pike Place Market and see friends for tacos or coffee.

20. Driving three hours to meet my new niece who was born during the quarantine! She has brought so much happiness to my family — spoiling her with cuddles and kisses is the first thing I will do!

21. Get over my ex and let a stranger tell me how cute I am

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Because have you ever had to endure grilling your foot on a George Foreman?

1. When he just wanted bacon from his George Foreman grill

2. When he had money (and Jan) issues

3. When he got upstaged at Phyllis' wedding

4. When he unintentionally saved Meredith from rabies

5. When he wore a "bisexual" suit

6. When he had to apologize to Jesus

7. When his GPS drove him into a lake

8. When he had to deal with Ryan as his boss

9. When he couldn't fulfill his most generous empty promise

10. When this happened

11. When he struggled with a X-Mas break up

12. When he had to defend his generosity

13. When he threw a classy Christmas party for Holly but she had a boyfriend

14. When he had to stand up to peer pressure

15. When Toby was "Toby-ish"

This isn't just for the single Pringles out there either, folks

Run Around Clanging Pots and Pans in Everyone's Face

Eat the Last Few Pigs in a Blanket

Pop Twelve White Grapes

Burn Something

Smash Things Against a Wall

Spontaneously Begin an Irish Jig

Call Your Mother

Throw a Coffee Table Out a Window

Sing "Auld Lang Syne" at the Top of Your Lungs

Do Some Squats

Swan Dive into a Nearly Freezing Body of Water

Take a Shot

Time to be merry and bright.

"First Noel" by Leslie Odom, Jr

"A Holly Jolly Christmas" by Burl Ives

"Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" by Kelly Clarkson

"All I Want for Christmas Is You" by Mariah Carey

"Christmas (Baby Please Come Home" by Michael Buble

"Last Christmas" by Taylor Swift

"The Christmas Song" by Josh Groban

"White Christmas" by Idina Menzel

"O Holy Night" by David Archuleta

"Believe" by Josh Groban

"Les cloches du hameau" by Celine Dion

Or at least try to do.

1. I will wake up (sorta) on time for class.

2. I will look decent for class.

3. I will go to the gym more.

4. I will go to the library and study more.

5. I will meet new people.

For those long nights that turn into mornings when the struggle is real.

1. Walk in motivated and ready to rock

2. Disappointed you let it get this bad

3. Distracted: When a 10-Minute Break Becomes an Hour

4. When the Yearning for Sleep Sneaks Up

5. In the words of Lorelai Gilmore "Coffee, Coffee, Coffee"

Oh, so done.

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