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I won’t pass judgement on you, dear one. I think, because this is a novel virus, and because the powers that be threw the baby out with the bath water, they’re all trying to figure this out. And, because we are 50 free states, there seems to be 50 different protocols that change on a dime. In time, this will be a memory that we tell our great grandchildren about. But for now, we all have to do the best we can. Stay well! ❤️

Our church has been very careful about reopening. Masks are mandatory at our church (along with temperature checks, pre-registration to facilitate Contact Tracing if needed later, protocols for ingress & egress, a strict limit on utilizing only a very small % of the sanctuary to implement social distancing, among other measures).

I have a medical condition that makes breathing difficult with a mask, especially during warm weather. Don’t I have the right to go to church…just like you? Why is my Church taking that right away from me? When they only allow 130 masked persons in a sanctuary that seats 1,000 … couldn’t they find a seat someplace for me where I wouldn’t bother or endanger other people … someplace out of Droplet range? They treat me like a leper because I am unable to conform and wear a mask. Am I the only selfish and thoughtless one? Am I selfish, or simply trying to take care of myself? What would Jesus do – tell me to stay isolated and lonely at home?

It’s very nice you are someplace where people have choices. I won’t pass judgment on you, and would appreciate if you likewise don’t pass judgment on me. Thanks for listening to my rant! 🙂

Diane, I wanted to respond to your post here, and I hope Ginny doesn’t mind. I also hadn’t seen my Mom since Feb., and I’ve missed her SO much! I’m in my 60’s and have health issues myself. Mom is 88 and lives alone. My brother stops by daily to help her with little things, but stays apart from her as much as possible. Finally, now that the weather is nicer, I decided that it should be ok for me to go see my Mom & she & I would just sit 6′ apart from one another outdoors. It was WONDERFUL!!! Maybe you & your son could arrange such a visit?

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From the CDC today, June 19th:

“The CDC recommends that people wear masks as a way to slow the spread of the virus. Scientists say the virus can spread through respiratory droplets that pass when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Studies suggest the masks may serve as a helpful barrier.”

Masks aren’t the be all, end all….good hygiene, social distancing, and avoiding crowds, hugging, and handshakes are all important steps to help reduce the risk of spreading the virus.

This thing is far from over. We all need to continue to be vigilant and remember we aren’t invincible. Thanks for pointing that out, dear one. ❤️