Welcome back to coffee and cases. I am very sad sleuth hounds to report that Maggie and I are still

keeping our distance. I had honestly hoped to report this week that we were back together again.

But the good news is that I am a long-term planner.

I mean that I'm one of those people who always focused on the long-term goals in life

and could then backtrack to the short-term goals to get me to that end destination.

And that skill has really helped me through this ordeal called COVID-19.

I know that all of these current inconveniences are designed so we can have a much more positive end-term situation.

So while I am sad that I am not with Maggie this week, and I don't like it.

I at least understand the why.

So if you're new to coffee in cases, please know that our podcast has changed slightly as our world is continuing to adjust to this global pandemic.

While we're being asked to keep our distance from others,

to stay inside when possible, and to not gather in large groups, we ask that you bear with us

as our podcast has changed a little as well. Until we can return to normal, take care of yourselves.

I know it's hard, but try to see that end goal. Know that things may

look different than they did before, and even in the end they may look different. More people

will likely be on edge because we get nervous when we face the unknown, but continue to love one another anyway.

Do what's best for others, not just what's best for you, and be the global citizens that we all wish to see in the world.

Then we will all be in a happier tomorrow.

So thank you for bearing with us and for understanding we care about you.

Stay together, united in the human spirit, even if not physically, and stay safe.

Now, on to this week's episode.

I am a girl who loves puzzles.

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