We are better than this
When the virus was first spreading, a shutdown was placed to keep hospitals from being overwhelmed. Moab had requested that the national parks nearby be closed so their little hospital wouldn't be overwhelmed. Elective procedures were canceled and people learned what they needed to do to be safe and healthy. It worked and the majority of hospitals weren't overwhelmed.
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Then we got distracted. People pointing fingers at political parties and the name calling started. Other countries were being blamed for our situation. We lost site of our common goal. To stay healthy and beat this situation. We are people with different opinions but we are not the enemy no matter our political beliefs.
We are all just a bunch of people trying to get by the best we can. I didn't need a governement check and don't want to leave more debt to our grandchildren. If we all pull up our boot straps, we could actually come out of this in better place. Or we can continue to beat each other up for no other reason than to feel better than "those people".
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I am so glad we are getting outside to escape the "crazy". The people outdoors have been respectful on the trails. I see some good things happening.
Oh! And have a good day!
There's lots of news reports, some conflicting ... you're right it is crazy! The local rules seem to change daily, arg! So nice to be out on the trails vicariously!, but things in SoCal are starting to open up - including some campgrounds!
ReplyDeleteStay Safe!
It really does help to get outside. Hurray that you can get out soon.
DeleteIn our experience here in Austin, people have been respectful, they wear masks in stores, and everyone keeps their distance. It will be interesting to see if things change as we head north to other places. My guess is, most people are doing the right thing and being responsible, but the folks acting like jackasses get more clicks and, therefore, more media attention than they probably deserve. But, we will see. These things do have a tendency to build on themselves and there aren't many issues that don't devolve into a political argument these days. It's exhausting, honestly.
ReplyDeleteIt is exhausting. Great jackass analogy.
DeleteI see most people around being polite. Working in Bryce, the first UT National Park to open, is weirdly wonderful with so few visitors but we're gearing up for Memorial Day weekend not really knowing what to expect.
ReplyDeleteHere's hoping the holiday weekend is good to you and fellow rangers.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you're finding that people are respectful on the trails. I found it disturbing seeing photos of the crowds at Yellowstone today...and not one person wearing a mask. Makes me feel more certain about our decision to stay here in Apalachicola, even though I'm not looking forward to the heat and humidity. You guys take good care, and enjoy the beauty!
ReplyDeleteYou are fortunate and smart to stay where you are. So far, so good for us. I just don't want to be caught out in the cold and not have a place to stay.
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