It’s said you should talk about what you know. Right? Well, I know about dogs (at least MY dogs), and I know how the RONA has changed my lifestyle. Stuck at home with two dogs doesn’t leave a whole lot to talk about other than those things.
Today I want to discuss masks and social media reactions to wearing them — but first, I want to share this cool find:
You safely store your dog via credit card in a safe, climate controlled box thing while you shop. There’s a puppy cam so you can watch your precious hound as you shop, instead of leaving them in a car where they can die in 6 short minutes.
I’m going to put this out here right now… Merida would draw CROWDS in this clear front contraption. I’m thinking about driving to Idaho, where I know these are located, just for publicity.
Masks and the Public… as Told by Social Media
First, someone (maybe my favorite brother) made a post on FB regarding a study reporting that masks do not protect the wearer from COVID. He emphasized that the study also does NOT contradict evidence that masks help prevent those who have the virus from spreading it to others. This comment was worth a read…
There were many that posted in agreement. Many commented that the claims of being unable to wear a mask could be overcome… highlights about specific sick/elderly people wearing a mask, etc. Then came this:
One of the biggest surprises to me was that my cousin, Jenny, was the one “like” on this comment — indicating that she too is disappointed. Whatever.
Herein lies the problem… masks are viewed as political and the general public is supplied willy-nilly protocols.
I’m not going to brag about my IQ or data pulled from CDC or even look down my nose at anyone that doesn’t agree with me like ole’ Rachel did. I’m for sure not going to beg anyone. PERIOD.
I’m going to tell you that I’m not a scientist and although I read and watch what’s going on in my communities, states, nation and world, that doesn’t make me an expert.
Rachel up there isn’t an expert either. What’s the big freaking deal about putting on a mask? If there’s a snowball’s chance in Hell that it might help keep others safe, just wear the damn thing, ya big baby.
The number of people getting sick and/or dying with the virus is on the rise. Our hospitals are full or filling up. Until there is a clear, consistent, enforced/regulated, across the board directive, we’re going to see more of the same.
~Just my Opinion
How severe the pandemic is in the places where people I care about are located…
Daily new COVID-19 cases (7 day moving average):
Indiana-93.2 (UP); Jackson Co – 83.7 (up); Florida 31.4 (up); Nevada – 53.7 (up)
TIL (Today I Learned): Jerry Springer was the mayor of Cincinnati from 1977 to 1978, when he resigned after he was caught soliciting a prostitute. He was only caught because the check bounced.