By Antonia Muskat
Lake Powell Chronicle

PAGE – Being quarantined isn’t all that fun, especially when most people have nothing to do. There is still hope though. The Lake Powell Chronicle asked a dozen people from Page what they’ve been doing in quarantine and asked them about ideas on what to do during this stressful pandemic.

10) Cooking
Braxton Harris, 16, loves to cook. Especially during a stressful time. He said, “cooking helps relieve stress and make everything feel not as out of place.” Harris said all one has to do is follow a recipe and it can be controlled, unlike this pandemic that seems out of control.
“Lots of good recipes are floating around on the internet,” he said. “Try making a new food or cooking for your family. It can be a great way to relax and share your art.”

9) Yard work
Jim Burrow, a retired educator, has been catching up on a lot of yard work.
“Repairing irrigation, fertilizing, pruning, raking,” he said. Burrow said that he’s been getting a lot of indoor and outdoor jobs done.
“The good thing about this lockdown is that we can still go outside and enjoy the sunshine. Doing yard work might help get some of the frustrated emotions out and it’s always a good idea to get some Vitamin D.”
 
8) Painting

Kyrstin Torrey, 17, loves to paint.
“Painting keeps me busy, so I don’t go insane,” she said.
Torrey said that painting gives her freedom to do what she wants, and she likes that feeling. “Painting is a good way to express emotion, and besides that, anyone can paint,” she said. “All you need is some type of painting materials, or even drawing materials, and paper. Putting your emotions on paper is a good way to relieve pent up energy and even to have fun.”

7) Video games
Anahi Romero, 20, has been playing a lot of video games with her friends online.
“Video games are a good way to connect and play with your friends while still practicing social distancing,” said said, adding that some of her favorite games to play are, “Rainbow Six Siege” and “Super Smash Bros.”
“The most upsetting thing is that their tournaments have been canceled, but they do what they can with what they have,” she added.

6) Reading
Tina Slavens, 54, said she’s been catching up on a lot of reading and other activities.
“Reading can be a great way to escape reality and focus your mind on something else,” she said. “The Page Public Library has recently closed but there are still many ways to find good reading material. There are many free books on the internet, along with many apps like ‘Wattpad’ that people can use to search and find reading worthy stories.”

5) Netflix
Annalisa Kuklis, 18, said she’s been watching a lot of Netflix.
“Netflix, Vudu, Hulu, Disney plus, and lots of others are great ways to spend time during this pandemic,” she said. “It’s a great time to finish that series or start a new one. Also, it’s a perfect time for movie marathons. Like Harry Potter or Game of Thrones.”

4) Work
Summer Marquis, a 30-something, is still working part time. She runs the salon, Aloha, and has been spending her time either doing hair or nails. Even though social distancing is very important, so are some jobs. Working during this pandemic might not be realistic, but it’s a good way to get money and stay busy.

3) Boating
Rick Olson, a retiree, has been practicing social distancing by boating. Even though Page might be on suggested lockdown, it still has Lake Powell.
“Right now, would be a great time to go out by yourself and fish or boat around,” he said. “The pandemic might be ugly but Page, Arizona, definitely is not.”

2) Basketball (or other sports)
Traidyn Sutherland, 12, has been playing basketball more often outside of her house during this pandemic. Sports are a great way to release pent up energy and blow off steam. Even if it’s shooting hoops in your driveway or kicking around a ball with one’s family it’s one of the best ways to get outside and get moving while still practicing social distancing.

1) Family time
Leah Olsen and her family have been spending more time together during these hard times. They spend time four-wheeling, playing Monopoly, watching movies and a lot more.
“Right now, is perfect to spend time with your family and get closer,” she said. “With all the social distancing going on, it’s best to stay close with your family and have some fun.”