After deliberating agonizingly until Feb 4th as to whether to take our Disney World vacation, they have just lifted their indoor mask rule. We knew this was a possibility, but I honestly didn't think it would happen days before our trip.
Most worried about how the progeny will react. He even leaves his mask on outside most of the time when we tell him he doesn't need to and it's safe outdoors. He is very nervous about catching COVID. Not obsessive, but just never wants to remove his mask when it's safe. We certainly don't pressure him. Mr. K and I will almost certainly still wear ours inside @ Disney, so of course the kid will be supported in wearing his. I just hope we don't get heckled, but then again, I'm pretty used to be called weird by other people, so whatever.
Thinking it’ll end soon; a certain act that has been activated will soon quash this protest. I wonder whether some of the protesters have forgotten the initial reason for the protest, because now their message has become muddled and IMO, pretty disgusting
Last Edit: Feb 19, 2022 14:24:19 GMT 1 by Danielle
Thinking it’ll end soon; a certain act that has been activated will soon quash this protest. I wonder whether some of the protesters have forgotten the initial reason for the protest, because now their message has become muddled and IMO, pretty disgusting
Sounds familiar. I hope things turn out better up there than they are down here. SOME people are fookin' stupid!
There’s a covid outbreak at my workplace. Even though only about 25% of employees currently work onsite, last Friday it was reported that 20 workers tested positive for the ‘vid. Feeling extremely fortunate to be working from home right now.
There’s a covid outbreak at my workplace. Even though only about 25% of employees currently work onsite, last Friday it was reported that 20 workers tested positive for the ‘vid. Feeling extremely fortunate to be working from home right now.
There’s a covid outbreak at my workplace. Even though only about 25% of employees currently work onsite, last Friday it was reported that 20 workers tested positive for the ‘vid. Feeling extremely fortunate to be working from home right now.
Maybe loosening the mandates isn't such great idea you think?
There’s a covid outbreak at my workplace. Even though only about 25% of employees currently work onsite, last Friday it was reported that 20 workers tested positive for the ‘vid. Feeling extremely fortunate to be working from home right now.
Maybe loosening the mandates isn't such great idea you think?
I’m 100 percent in agreement with you. Btw - at the workplace, all workers must wear a mask at all times.
Last Edit: Mar 28, 2022 16:28:15 GMT 1 by Danielle
I think I’ve finally come to a place where I’m not personally feeling scared of catching COVID. It’s hard to find what feels like the right words to describe my state of mind. But when I’m on the train or bus and I see people not following the mask mandate I don’t feel angry or judgmental. I mostly just think those people are probably sick and tired of masking after two years, tired of having different rules in diff public settings (mandated on public transit and airports, not in schools or stores), or they simply feel they are not at high risk. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not for ignoring the rule when it is mandated in a setting, but I can feel empathy for those who are ignoring it, if that makes sense, because I’m not afraid, even if I should be.
Not discounting the myriad other ways there are people feel about it, but that’s where I am, and it feels good.
I think I’ve finally come to a place where I’m not personally feeling scared of catching COVID. It’s hard to find what feels like the right words to describe my state of mind. But when I’m on the train or bus and I see people not following the mask mandate I don’t feel angry or judgmental. I mostly just think those people are probably sick and tired of masking after two years, tired of having different rules in diff public settings (mandated on public transit and airports, not in schools or stores), or they simply feel they are not at high risk. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not for ignoring the rule when it is mandated in a setting, but I can feel empathy for those who are ignoring it, if that makes sense, because I’m not afraid, even if I should be.
Not discounting the myriad other ways there are people feel about it, but that’s where I am, and it feels good.
I think I've felt similarly for a few months now. It's a feeling of ambivalence I think. Certainly being vaccinated has emboldened me & (I suppose) a lot of other people. I've also noticed changes in my own personal behaviour when out in social/ crowded situations in that I am still cautious regarding social distancing but nowhere near to the extent I was this time last year.
I think for at least a year now, a lot of people are suffering from covid burnout. For me personally, since the # of infections are skyrocketing, I’ll continue to wear my mask, at least for a bit longer
I should add that social distancing/preventative measures are a thing from the past here. My sister works in an office in an open space with several other people and they’re in close quarters. Masks are no longer required, my sister is the only one who wears a mask. Out of necessity she lives with my mom who’s older (69) and has a history of respiratory problems. Not surprisingly, two of her co-workers tested positive for the ‘vid a couple of days ago. I hope and pray that it’ll be okay, but I’m pretty worried. ETA - she (sister) fought to stay at home and she also fought to work from a private office (there’s at least 12-15 vacant, private offices, the people who occupy them are still working from home), but the higher ups wouldn’t have any of it. She went to the union too (equipped with a doctor’s note), but nothing transpired. Through my rant, I guess what I’m trying say is that I’m frustrated. It seems like for a lot of people covid is a thing of the past, but for my family (any many many more I think) it’s far from over.
But of course life has to go on, but for us, we’re going to continue to be as careful as possible
Last Edit: Mar 29, 2022 16:45:43 GMT 1 by Danielle
I should add that social distancing/preventative measures are a thing from the past here. My sister works in an office in an open space with several other people and they’re in close quarters. Masks are no longer required, my sister is the only one who wears a mask. Out of necessity she lives with my mom who’s older (69) and has a history of respiratory problems. Not surprisingly, two of her co-workers tested positive for the ‘vid a couple of days ago. I hope and pray that it’ll be okay, but I’m pretty worried. ETA - she (sister) fought to stay at home and she also fought to work from a private office (there’s at least 12-15 vacant, private offices, the people who occupy them are still working from home), but the higher ups wouldn’t have any of it. She went to the union too (equipped with a doctor’s note), but nothing transpired. Through my rant, I guess what I’m trying say is that I’m frustrated. It seems like for a lot of people covid is a thing of the past, but for my family (any many many more I think) it’s far from over.
But of course life has to go on, but for us, we’re going to continue to be as careful as possible
i hear you Danielle. As someone who is immune compromised this is still a very real concern. I'm "lucky" I don't have to deal with work. I don't care what the politicians or corporate interests say or how many people are brainwashed by them, COVID is far from over. Luckily omicron wasn't as deadly but it well could've been. It's not like prices are going down because COVID is "over". I took a trip to the grocery store last weekend & it was shocking how much prices have rose.