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My eye doctor had used white tape across the top of my mask to stop the fog during an eye exam, but later removing that tape was quite painful as the skin under my eyes is loose [comes with age].
Beatty - that's funny. I decided at the beginning of this I was NOT going to put on weight. It was one thing I did have some control over. I changed to eating more vegetables and I have lost a couple of pounds. Not much but I'll take it.
glad - aaargh!!!! people have no sense. I am so glad the youngest in the wheel chair with lung problems didn't get it.
pam - I know they still haven't figured out how everyone gets the virus. I have checked figures here and in too big a number for my comfort the source of transmission is unknown. There is much yet to be learned about it,
Then after 9 months of staying home and away from every one, including her 15 sibs, decided to gather for thanksgiving. All but the youngest, in a wheelchair with lung problems, got it.
Alva, I am sure there will be side effects for some, but it is a small price to pay. People get side effects for many vaccinations.
So on we go. Apparently our Government decided it would not do big payment to Pfizer for initial doses, so we won't get many; they are obligated to other countries that DID order large numbers of doses; will be spring and summer before we get some relief but our front line workers will at least be protected, and hopefully some elders.
They claimed they did social distance until the last day! It was a four day event. LOL
CRAZY! I saw it on the news. Then I checked it out online. Oh my gosh, you should read this guy’s blog! It’s crazy!
They do cruises, parades and host big parties up to 2000 people!
I will private message you the name. Who is crazy enough to go to a swinger party during COVID?!
I have to say they sanitize everything before doing anything.
She even wiped down the pen that I signed the papers with.
When I arrived in the parking lot, there is a telephone number posted.
There were instructions to call the number and wait in car. They come take a temperature reading.
Social distancing in waiting room.
Parking lot was full. So people are getting annual test done.
I felt like delaying it due to rising Covid cases but my doctor insisted that I go. I have had to do biopsies in the past. Was benign.
My doctor is one who will send reminders on my phone to go to appointments!
My friend with COVID is doing fine, she says the fever is gone and she feels normal.. hope it continues! And she wears her mask and quits traveling all about!!
He also stated that he wouldn’t hold the function again if he could go back and do it over.
Duh...too late for that! Damage is already done.
Exactly! The leaders of this ‘swinging’ group said that the majority of people had mild symptoms or no symptoms. One person had severe complications and was hospitalized.
According to this group, emails were sent out that asked anyone with a compromised immune system not to attend.
After the outbreak of people getting Covid at the ‘swinger’ party, another email was sent out informing everyone of the outbreak.
The event leader gave everyone instructions before the event to keep a diary of who they interacted with. He said that most people did this and they were able to notify most attendees.
Then he goes on to say that he sent his wife who has a compromised immune system to Mexico because it was safer due to less Covid cases and to continue to work on their opening a ‘swinger’ group in Mexico.
The whole story was crazy, even by New Orleans standards! What a ridiculous group of people!!!
Of course what this fails to take into account is that the more community spread the more people who do become very ill, leading to overwhelmed hospitals and deaths. And although some callously say that it's only the old or immune compromised who are in peril I have read too many first hand accounts of people who were younger (young enough to have small children) and healthy that have died, not to mention all the long haulers with lingering effects.
I hope your SO stays safe. It’s crazy how foolish people are. People should wear a mask! Wash hands! Social distance! Get tested! Stay home if sick!
I wonder how these people justify their behavior to themselves.
After seeing the ‘swinger’ story on the news, I would be very hesitant to stay at an independent hotel.
I like supporting local businesses but in this case a large chain is better because they have to follow guidelines and the company’s protocol.
The independent businesses are flying by the seat of their pants, just to stay alive.
I totally empathize with businesses suffering due to the slow economy but I feel it is very irresponsible of the hotel to host this event.
The hotel obviously knows the risks that are involved when ‘swingers’ get together!
How could the hotel be so naive to think that a large swinger gathering that is known for huge parties were going to refrain from interacting with each other?
It’s all about the almighty dollar! I am sure that they wanted to maintain a good relationship with the swinger group to ensure future business with them.
All the stores should limit their customers, otherwise they buy, buy and buy more.
Gald,
I couldn't have said it better. You are spot on! It really is a public health issue. All these people want their lives back. Well the only way to reach that goal is to cooperate.
NHWM,
That is awful! As if keeping it down to 250 people will help?! NO! Just think 41 people tested positive then those 41 people spread it to one person each equal to 81 then 122 then 163 and so on and so on! It makes you wonder are people to dumb to save their own lives???
It’s just a crazy thought, isn’t it? You can read about the embarrassing story online.
Couldn’t they have skipped their event this year?
They usually do a huge parade in the streets! Not this year!
New Orleans benefits from tourism. So, I am guessing the hotel was glad to have the business, restaurants too, but seriously! It’s really dumb! Plus those 41 people spread it to more people. No wonder our numbers keep going up with idiots like that!
I bet a large chain hotel would have refused the group. The independent hotel booked their stay. Geeeeeeez!
Our local news reported a story of a ‘swinger convention’ meeting here in New Orleans.
Idiots! They usually have around 1000 members attending but due to COVID-19 they only had 250 members attending the four day event.
They claimed that many took tests right before the event. They were social distancing and in groups of four. On the last day they decided to forgo their social distancing and 41 people ended up testing positive for COVID! They were staying at a local hotel, NOPSI.
INSANE!
Will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
I am sure you are find. I hope your friends beat it! It really is scary!
Hugs!!!