BC. AC.


Finally decided to write in the times of Corona. This is just from my personal experience since March and if there is any resemblance to yours do share away.
BC and AC version of life situation(s).

BC
Saturday night.  Few whats app groups are buzzing on weekend  plans and where we can meet. Lots of new places even in Chennai and you are ready to let your hair down
AC
Saturday night. Few whats app groups are buzzing on  weekend plans and which platform to use. House party seems out of sorts so let’s  go back to zoom. A month later it’s down to a what's app  video and few weeks down the line just audio group call or even chat.

BC
Kids finish school come home, change rush out for at least couple of classes with snacks packed et all and come home just before dinner to chat talk and wind down.
AC
Kids finish zoom class in one room, extra curricular in another room(change of scene) while eating snacks in the dining room. Of course the dinner and winding down remains the same.

BC
Extremely important meeting for 120 mins. You have to travel as the in person impact cannot be matched via a video conference. Plan the first flight out and last flight in to ensure the day goes on smoothly at both work and home
AC
Extremely critical meeting that includes you presenting for 120 mins. Login in to the web video application with over 25 participants and complete the presentation. Minimal planning required.

BC
It’s the weekend and I badly need a pedicure and head massage. Ensure you find that one hour to squeeze in an appointment in your favorite beauty parlor and multitask to get it done
AC
It’s the weekend and I badly need a pedicure and head massage. You debate with your close ones on the safety measures in nearby parlors and then decide you can do this yourselves and not venture out.

BC
Lets do breakfast or coffee this Friday. You pick the place, last time we did Anouki so maybe pumpkin tales this time?
AC
Lets do breakfast or coffee this Friday. Ensure you brew a strong cup and call me. I will be doing the same thing.

BC
It’s the weekend and Sunday needs to be planned with the kids. How about a movie and lunch out? Maybe the beach in the evening with friends?
AC
 It’s the weekend and Sunday needs to be planned with the kids. How about a movie and we cook our favorite meal? Ok meal is a bit much maybe one dish. Maybe go to the terrace in the evening?

BC
Long weekend coming up. Have you made plans? Heard some great deals on in temple bay and fish cove as its summer.
AC
Long weekend coming up. Have you made plans? Lets do a drive till the toll gate and back. We need not even get down from the car and its probably safest to do.

BC
Birthday Party Yay. Lets do the theme this time and get invites ,food and décor done. Needs some planning a little over two weeks in advance so calender's are blocked
AC
Birthday Party Yay. Lets do the theme this time and get invites ,food, décor done. Ensure each of the guests get video call details and bring their own food to the call, but please dress up in theme and lets all still connect

BC
Groceries and essential were ordered through big basket
AC
Groceries and essential were ordered through big basket. I did wish sometimes the slots were full so that I  can walk to the nearby grocery store and pick up the food items you never need? Disclaimer: No hoarding and not during the lock down within lock down phase

BC
I am craving for chilli paneer. Let’s swiggy it
AC
I am craving for chilli paneer. Google easy chilli paneer recipes to make it and realize what the fuss is about. Disclaimer: This may not be the same behavior across all cravings as it depends on the availability of ingredients and ease of cooking. Also I specifically avoided calling out the pizzas and focaccia bread

BC
Are you working from home today? Oh then must be hardly any work right? Easy day?
AC
Are you still working from home? Must be tough right to balance both work and home? Not easy

BC
My maid took off again. Weekend she assumes she can take off. Need to have a chat with her
AC
My maid calls to say I am really sick of this quarantine so can I at least come during the weekends to work?


BC
Post stories about fitness and fad diets and what really worked with some cool workout wear that helped you in the process
AC
Same as above

BC
100 day saree challenge to your favorite book to movie to any other challenge you can think of
AC
Just add #lockdowndiaries
BC
Some people are just too fussy to carry sanitizer in their bags. Like In India you won’t develop immunity
AC
How can they not have a sanitizer or masks? Are these perquisites for stepping out of the house

BC
I need a break from all the social functions and Ellai Sapadu in Chennai. One Sunday we can’t sleep in without a function
AC
I really wish small gatherings will resume for special occasions at least. Early mornings who cares? It will be nice to see people

BC
There is a webinar on effects of mental health at workplace behavior. Are you planning to attend?
AC
Please complete the mandatory online course on effects of mental health at workplace behavior. 

BC
Tuesday discussions. SPI cinemas will open booking tonight lets check at midnight else we won’t get tickets. Maybe we should use influence too
AC
I heard the new movie is coming on amazon prime. Let’s plan to watch it over the weekend once the reviews come in

BC
Useless baseless whats app forwards. The same unverified ones that will be fake news
AC
Useless baseless whats app forwards the biggest cause for AC behavior. Real news puts fake news to shame.

The list is endless and will evolve as well. The underlying fact is that you will always find ways to do the things you love and work around the limitations you have. At least that’s the silver lining I can see for now and do share what are your BC and AC observations?

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