“Wear a mask, it saves lives”!
(Calvin Williams)
Decided to tackle the concept of people not wearing face masks or coverings during the COVID-19 pandemic. Hoped the concept of Americans doing the right thing to help minimize the pandemic would eventually kick in but it appears to be hopeless.
I searched for a clever quote I could use to start this post but did not find what I was looking for. Thought about it for a bit and then just created my own quote to signify my thoughts on this subject. Wear a mask, it saves lives!!!
It is beyond weird to hear and see Americans on TV exclaim how it is their right to not comply with a health initiative during a PANDEMIC. They seem to think wearing a mask to protect themselves and others is an infringement on their freedom. I do not get this mindset and honestly think the world is doomed with adults saying these things out loud. Even worse, these folks are not joking when they state it is their right to not wear a face mask. Not wearing a mask to protect themselves and people around them is the right they are demanding! What a great country!
Fairly sure most of the people saying these things have NEVER served in the armed forces to fight for the rights they want to hide behind—just venting, thanks!
We are seeing a trend where younger people are diagnosed with COVID-19 at a faster pace than some experts expected. This appears to be because people in the 20 – 35-year-old range do not have a fear of the virus. They are more likely to continue to hang out in large groups without physical distancing and of course, no masks. I will not disparage everyone in this group because I know my tree branches are following proper protocols. My point for this group is they are getting each other sick and then bringing the virus home to parents, grandparents, and roommates.
This cycle ensures the virus continues to spread and endangers more lives. Wearing a mask may not save everyone from contracting the virus but it can help slow the spread. I watch Dr. Fauci on TV almost beg people to follow the CDC guidelines because he knows this thing is getting out of control fast. Hopefully, we will come to our senses as a nation and get back to basics to eliminate the spread of COVID-19. Oh yeah, masks can help with this! A simple two-week period of masks and physical distancing may save thousands of lives. Never imagined this pandemic would be worse in September than it was in April when I was terrified to move to Fort Pierce. It is almost like the virus is just a normal part of life now—sad!
I am doing my part to keep the face mask industry growing. I visit ETSY.com on a regular basis looking for new face mask styles to add to my growing collection. Never thought of face masks as an accessory but I keep finding new and fun ways to express myself with face coverings. This process feels like dressing up to me and I have joked about having a bandito look when I have my face masks on. Maybe we should tell the people who get upset when asked to wear a face mask to visit ETSY.com and find a mask to express their frustration WHILE wearing a mask. I am sure they can find a way to express themselves and still comply by wearing a mask. Guess I do not understand why wearing a mask is such a hassle for these people. Masks are light weight, easy to wear and can be worn to accessorize your daily outfits. 😊
Help me spread the word—masks can save lives and get us back closer to normal!
“If you do not like wearing a face mask, you are really not going to like a ventilator”.
(Anonymous work colleague)
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