Friday, 10 September 2021

A negative outlook



 As mentioned before, the world view is subdued. As of Monday, we've been offered picnics of 5. I'm not sure how wise or safe that is. I am secretly glad the older 2 kids are still awaiting their second doses so the risks are minimised as they can't go.

I have organised a work day quick lunch/coffee picnic with two friends. It means it will only be for 30-40 mins, though Im not sure that minimises any risk. Its more that there will be less people in the park at that time. Hopefully.

I have doctors at three different hospitals living around me and the news is not good. I don't know if this is making me more cautious, or if I just have no faith in the goverment's roadmap.

Or maybe it's just that my youngest is still waiting on her first dose so until that happens, she's very high risk.

Lastly, a reminder to all that the vaccines only protect you from catching it by about 50% (according to Dr Swan) and even mild Covid can have long term reduction in life expectancy. So best not to catch it.

Take care everyone.....


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8 comments:

  1. Dragonstar11 September 2021 at 03:04

    Yes, Breakthrough Covid is a strong possibility even when vaccinated. Stay well!
    Our restrictions are due to be lifted soon, and I'm not entirely happy. I intend to continue wearing a mask and sanitising my poor hands.
    Love your photo!

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    1. Lydia C. Lee11 September 2021 at 13:15

      I'm a mad sanitiser! I don't think I have any fingerprints left! Ha!

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  2. Kenneth Cole Schneider12 September 2021 at 06:32

    Just as in your photos, the Coronavirus requires "exposure compensation" in the form of vaccination and masks. Lets hope for sunny days ahead when we can go back to our "automatic" settings.

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    1. Lydia C. Lee12 September 2021 at 14:00

      Nice work on the comment, and thanks for playing along. This made me chuckle!!

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  3. Nancy Chan12 September 2021 at 22:43

    Even though fully vaccinated, we will continue with wearing of double mask and face shield as if we have not been vaccinated. This is the least we can do to protect ourselves.

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  4. NCSue13 September 2021 at 15:41

    Remember "normal'?
    I miss that.

    Thanks for sharing at https://image-in-ing.blogspot.com/2021/09/the-sistine-chapel-exhibit.html

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  5. Veronica Lee13 September 2021 at 23:03

    Yes. Better safe than sorry.

    Happy Tuesday, Lydia.

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  6. Melbourne Australia Photos19 September 2021 at 05:53

    Yes, Lydia, it's life BC and life AC (before and after COVID!). We are all double vaccinated, but like you continue to be cautious. The "Freedom" demonstrators are wreaking havoc here and act in amazingly stupid and selfish ways.
    Thank you for taking part in the "My Sunday Best" meme,

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