Post by Clipper on May 20, 2020 7:16:06 GMT -5
www.uticaod.com/news/20200519/covid-19-hospitalizations-hit-new-high-in-oneida-co
Is it safe to say that this news dampens one's enthusiasm somewhat or is it just a reminder that the pandemic is far from over and that a person should move forward with caution rather than throwing caution to the wind and going back to complete normalcy in a reckless manner?
We are seeing a somewhat organized move to reopen our area, but it is still moving a bit too fast for my liking. It seems to me that although businesses need to reopen in order to survive, and people need to get back to work, doing what they do, and providing the goods and services that they provide, a slower and yet steady reopening would be prudent in my estimation.
I was impressed with the precautions taken by the Great Clips salon that I went to for a haircut yesterday. It is a perfect example of allowing the employees the opportunity to return to work, and customers to get much needed haircuts while providing the necessary precautionary measures to insure proper sanitation and reasonable social distancing. The person that cut my hair wore a mask and gloves, I wore a mask, and she worked at arms length without hovering any closer than necessary.
Last night we were able to have a much needed "face to face" visit with the couple that we normally spend time with. They brought a home made dessert, we made coffee, and we all sat around in patio chairs in the carport for an hour or so enjoying the much needed opportunity to actually socialize. We chatted, laughed, caught up on the latest gossip, and just had a great time. It was especially beneficial to Kathy's morale as she seldom leaves the house since this pandemic "locked us down." I at least get out to shop and actually have contact with other humans. We discussed the idea of having that cookout that I mentioned recently and pretty much laid out a plan to do it soon. The simple prospect of the outside, fresh air, properly distanced, encounter is something to look forward to, and a sign that we ARE able to move cautiously toward a normal social life and away from isolation. We look forward to the day that we can cautiously and reasonably safely eat in a restaurant dining room again, but for now, any opportunity to spend time socializing with others is a breath of fresh air after total isolation for 8 or 9 weeks.
Is it safe to say that this news dampens one's enthusiasm somewhat or is it just a reminder that the pandemic is far from over and that a person should move forward with caution rather than throwing caution to the wind and going back to complete normalcy in a reckless manner?
We are seeing a somewhat organized move to reopen our area, but it is still moving a bit too fast for my liking. It seems to me that although businesses need to reopen in order to survive, and people need to get back to work, doing what they do, and providing the goods and services that they provide, a slower and yet steady reopening would be prudent in my estimation.
I was impressed with the precautions taken by the Great Clips salon that I went to for a haircut yesterday. It is a perfect example of allowing the employees the opportunity to return to work, and customers to get much needed haircuts while providing the necessary precautionary measures to insure proper sanitation and reasonable social distancing. The person that cut my hair wore a mask and gloves, I wore a mask, and she worked at arms length without hovering any closer than necessary.
Last night we were able to have a much needed "face to face" visit with the couple that we normally spend time with. They brought a home made dessert, we made coffee, and we all sat around in patio chairs in the carport for an hour or so enjoying the much needed opportunity to actually socialize. We chatted, laughed, caught up on the latest gossip, and just had a great time. It was especially beneficial to Kathy's morale as she seldom leaves the house since this pandemic "locked us down." I at least get out to shop and actually have contact with other humans. We discussed the idea of having that cookout that I mentioned recently and pretty much laid out a plan to do it soon. The simple prospect of the outside, fresh air, properly distanced, encounter is something to look forward to, and a sign that we ARE able to move cautiously toward a normal social life and away from isolation. We look forward to the day that we can cautiously and reasonably safely eat in a restaurant dining room again, but for now, any opportunity to spend time socializing with others is a breath of fresh air after total isolation for 8 or 9 weeks.
