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Don't Get Near Me

Samantha Rinne

Resident Genderfluid Writer/Artist
Or, Coronavirus as a Spiritual Metaphor

I was watching an argument between my mother and father (I'm 38, but never been financially successful, so I figured it was better to live at home that try to kid myself and wind up in debt, right now I'm glad I did though... this is a terrible time to live at an apartment). My dad had apparently set up an invite for friends to come to his house (mainly just two people, a husband and wife, I think). My mom buys into the whole mask notion, my dad's skeptical, so between that and drawing some comparisons to the Mark basically I refuse to wear one, preferring to stay home or go to outdoor venues only. Plus I've watched my own mother get sicker from this thing not only physically but also emotionally, getting more and more paranoid and fearful.
But I digress. During this setup where my dad's inviting friends, and my mom's getting neurotic and wanting to clean the whole house or something, so my mom calls for dinner several times and my dad is deleting email (seriously, just close the computer, it'll be there when you open it again). After dinner, this sets off an argument. We wash dishes after dinner, so I'm kinda held captive by chores, and can't leave this argument. My mom has been ignoring what my dad said for like five minutes. My dad's like "Okay seriously, what is wrong?" And he goes over towards her, and then she screams out "Don't Get Near Me!" The title of this thread, basically.

Don't get near me. I haven't seen anyone in my area so much as sneeze, but don't come into my business, at least without a mask. Don't get near me. Stay six feet away, in fact make that six feet in any direction, and I'm not even sure that's enough. Don't get near me. At least until you sign this form telling me when you've been, in case I want to report you to the police or medical authorities and have you quarantined for the rest of your life. Don't get near me. Think of those statistics, think of how you are a threat to others! I won't feel satisfied until you get a shot with some dubious vaccine that you may be allergic to, or may have nasty side-effects. In fact, really none of this will help. I've decided I don't want you here anymore, so don't get near me.

Mom eventually settled down, and they went to a July 4th party, leaving me alone in the house. Tomorrow, they'll probably mostly go to church without me, because I refuse to put up with this mask thing. I can see why I do that now. It's a bunch of people using an excuse to have nothing to do with each other anymore. Fine then, don't get near me, either. Church hasn't been the same anymore anyway. But if you're interested, religion means to "reconnect."

Definition of Religion - The Real Meaning of the Word Religion

Whether you are Buddhist, Hindu, Jewish, Sikh, Christian, or whatever, the point of religion is that to quote the Beatle's song,

Someone knockin' at the door
Somebody ringin' the bell
Someone's knockin' at the door
Somebody's ringin' the bell
Do me a favor
Open the door, and let 'em in​

joyful10.gif


Stop worrying about whether you're good enough. Or "clean" enough. People also need you. It's a two-way street. Other people might make you sick (of them). Are you willing to take this risk? Or will you say "Don't Get Near Me!" when Jesus (whoever is least of these) knocks on your door.
 
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Shadow Wolf

Certified People sTabber
Or, Coronavirus as a Spiritual Metaphor

I was watching an argument between my mother and father (I'm 38, but never been financially successful, so I figured it was better to live at home that try to kid myself and wind up in debt, right now I'm glad I did though... this is a terrible time to live at an apartment). My dad had apparently set up an invite for friends to come to his house (mainly just two people, a husband and wife, I think). My mom buys into the whole mask notion, my dad's skeptical, and I've actually read that masks can starve the body of oxygen (actually making it sicker) so between that and drawing some comparisons to the Mark basically I refuse to wear one, preferring to stay home or go to outdoor venues only. Plus I've watched my own mother get sicker from this thing not only physically but also emotionally, getting more and more paranoid and fearful.
But I digress. During this setup where my dad's inviting friends, and my mom's getting neurotic and wanting to clean the whole house or something, so my mom calls for dinner several times and my dad is deleting email (seriously, just close the computer, it'll be there when you open it again). After dinner, this sets off an argument. We wash dishes after dinner, so I'm kinda held captive by chores, and can't leave this argument. My mom has been ignoring what my dad said for like five minutes. My dad's like "Okay seriously, what is wrong?" And he goes over towards her, and then she screams out "Don't Get Near Me!" The title of this thread, basically.

Don't get near me. I haven't seen anyone in my area so much as sneeze, but don't come into my business, at least without a mask. Don't get near me. Stay six feet away, in fact make that six feet in any direction, and I'm not even sure that's enough. Don't get near me. At least until you sign this form telling me when you've been, in case I want to report you to the police or medical authorities and have you quarantined for the rest of your life. Don't get near me. Think of those statistics, think of how you are a threat to others! I won't feel satisfied until you get a shot with some dubious vaccine that you may be allergic to, or may have nasty side-effects. In fact, really none of this will help. I've decided I don't want you here anymore, so don't get near me.

Mom eventually settled down, and they went to a July 4th party, leaving me alone in the house. Tomorrow, they'll probably mostly go to church without me, because I refuse to put up with this mask thing. I can see why I do that now. Because this is some major bull****. It's a bunch of people using an excuse to have nothing to do with each other anymore. Fine then, don't get near me, either. Church hasn't been the same anymore anyway. But if you're interested, religion means to "reconnect."

Definition of Religion - The Real Meaning of the Word Religion

Whether you are Buddhist, Hindu, Jewish, Sikh, Christian, or whatever, the point of religion is that to quote the Beatle's song,

Someone knockin' at the door
Somebody ringin' the bell
Someone's knockin' at the door
Somebody's ringin' the bell
Do me a favor
Open the door, and let 'em in​

joyful10.gif


Stop worrying about whether you're good enough. Or "clean" enough. People also need you. It's a two-way street. Other people might make you sick (of them). Are you willing to take this risk? Or will you say "Don't Get Near Me!" when Jesus (whoever is least of these) knocks on your door.
Im requesting people back away from me and keep their distance. Im not sorry if that upsets you or bothers you. I have me to watch out for, and I already have enough health issues as it is withkut risking more.
So, yes, stay away. I won't be held accountable for your feelings or getting upset because I dont wantt you putting me at higher risk.
And by the way, I run on the elliptical with moderate resistance at a 7 mph rate, with a mask on. Im just fine. And they are nothing like the Mark. If you look at pictures from the Spanish flu, alot of people youll see are wearing masks even then.
 

SomeRandom

Still learning to be wise
Staff member
Premium Member
Or, Coronavirus as a Spiritual Metaphor

I was watching an argument between my mother and father (I'm 38, but never been financially successful, so I figured it was better to live at home that try to kid myself and wind up in debt, right now I'm glad I did though... this is a terrible time to live at an apartment). My dad had apparently set up an invite for friends to come to his house (mainly just two people, a husband and wife, I think). My mom buys into the whole mask notion, my dad's skeptical, and I've actually read that masks can starve the body of oxygen (actually making it sicker) so between that and drawing some comparisons to the Mark basically I refuse to wear one, preferring to stay home or go to outdoor venues only. Plus I've watched my own mother get sicker from this thing not only physically but also emotionally, getting more and more paranoid and fearful.
But I digress. During this setup where my dad's inviting friends, and my mom's getting neurotic and wanting to clean the whole house or something, so my mom calls for dinner several times and my dad is deleting email (seriously, just close the computer, it'll be there when you open it again). After dinner, this sets off an argument. We wash dishes after dinner, so I'm kinda held captive by chores, and can't leave this argument. My mom has been ignoring what my dad said for like five minutes. My dad's like "Okay seriously, what is wrong?" And he goes over towards her, and then she screams out "Don't Get Near Me!" The title of this thread, basically.

Don't get near me. I haven't seen anyone in my area so much as sneeze, but don't come into my business, at least without a mask. Don't get near me. Stay six feet away, in fact make that six feet in any direction, and I'm not even sure that's enough. Don't get near me. At least until you sign this form telling me when you've been, in case I want to report you to the police or medical authorities and have you quarantined for the rest of your life. Don't get near me. Think of those statistics, think of how you are a threat to others! I won't feel satisfied until you get a shot with some dubious vaccine that you may be allergic to, or may have nasty side-effects. In fact, really none of this will help. I've decided I don't want you here anymore, so don't get near me.

Mom eventually settled down, and they went to a July 4th party, leaving me alone in the house. Tomorrow, they'll probably mostly go to church without me, because I refuse to put up with this mask thing. I can see why I do that now. Because this is some major bull****. It's a bunch of people using an excuse to have nothing to do with each other anymore. Fine then, don't get near me, either. Church hasn't been the same anymore anyway. But if you're interested, religion means to "reconnect."

Definition of Religion - The Real Meaning of the Word Religion

Whether you are Buddhist, Hindu, Jewish, Sikh, Christian, or whatever, the point of religion is that to quote the Beatle's song,

Someone knockin' at the door
Somebody ringin' the bell
Someone's knockin' at the door
Somebody's ringin' the bell
Do me a favor
Open the door, and let 'em in​

joyful10.gif


Stop worrying about whether you're good enough. Or "clean" enough. People also need you. It's a two-way street. Other people might make you sick (of them). Are you willing to take this risk? Or will you say "Don't Get Near Me!" when Jesus (whoever is least of these) knocks on your door.
Don’t get me wrong, if someone in need requests my help, I will endeavour to do my best to help them. But in a pandemic one should be mindful of proper hygiene standards, including measures such as social distancing. Not saying you can’t still lend that bag of sugar to your neighbour, but for your safety and theirs, do so with minimal human contact for the time being.
 

Mock Turtle

Oh my, did I say that!
Premium Member
I don't understand how people have to bring religion or politics into this issue - or anything other than common sense. It's a simple question of how infections spread, and with the knowledge we have concerning this particular virus - which hasn't been known from the start and which is still not fully known - we do know that the virus spreads through breath and through touch though - and that it lingers on certain surfaces more than others. The latter can be avoided by careful consideration as to what we touch, when, and what we do subsequently (regular washing of hands), and the former by expecting all to be infected (since some can be asymptomatic but spread the virus) unless proven otherwise over time - and where the time does vary unfortunately.

I haven't shown any symptoms apart from those I might normally have but I still respect and follow the guidelines or instructions that we have in place - which for us here in the UK is only mask use mandated on public transport or for other specific circumstances. And since I shop in a largish supermarket, there is usually space given to others and I haven't come across too many having any issues. I did come across a lady on a bus who had a token mask on - that is, not actually covering her nose, but she perhaps had her issues and nobody caused a fuss.
 

SalixIncendium

अग्निविलोवनन्दः
Staff member
Premium Member
My mom buys into the whole mask notion, my dad's skeptical, and I've actually read that masks can starve the body of oxygen (actually making it sicker) so between that and drawing some comparisons to the Mark basically I refuse to wear one, preferring to stay home or go to outdoor venues only. Plus I've watched my own mother get sicker from this thing not only physically but also emotionally, getting more and more paranoid and fearful.

It's asinine decisions like this that are leading to the spike in COVID-19 we're currently experiencing. "I read it somewhere, so it must be true."

Wearing a mask is intended to protect others as well as you. I consider it entirely disrespectful and self-centered to not wear a mask in public.
 

Dave Watchman

Active Member
Don't get near me. I haven't seen anyone in my area so much as sneeze, but don't come into my business, at least without a mask. Don't get near me. Stay six feet away, in fact make that six feet in any direction, and I'm not even sure that's enough. Don't get near me. At least until you sign this form telling me when you've been, in case I want to report you to the police or medical authorities and have you quarantined for the rest of your life. Don't get near me. Think of those statistics, think of how you are a threat to others!

You might be right IF these were normal times.

But these are not normal times Samantha.

We're in a global pandemic, dealing with a virus that is mutating and not showing signs of slowing down.

I deal with this every day.

I make difficult physical deliveries to hundreds of customers every week.

When it's hot, it's hard to wear the mask.

I take it off and hang it on my visor on a hook and have a mask break between calls.

Some customers will not allow entry without a face covering.

Some take my temperature.

Some make me sign declarations.

These are not normal times.

These times we are in are like this:

"Go, my people, enter your rooms
and shut your doors behind you.

"Hide yourselves a little while
until the wrath has passed.

"For behold, the LORD is coming out of His dwelling
to punish the inhabitants of the earth for their iniquity.- Isaiah 26
I'm sure most of the people aren't going to like me saying it.

I read a news forum.

There's too much of it to post.

Netanyahu says Israel in 'state of emergency' in wake of virus resurgence

PM warns during weekly cabinet meeting the government will have to take actions beyond what was agreed upon last week; adds WHO identified Middle East as COVID-19 hotspot; vows to present financial plan

Nina Fuchs|
Published: 07.05.20 , 12:43

Netanyahu says Israel in 'state of emergency' in wake of virus resurgence
 
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Father Heathen

Veteran Member
I don't understand how people have to bring religion or politics into this issue - or anything other than common sense.

Things will involve politics (and religion, as that's a handy tool to manipulate people) when the wealth of those with power and influence is being impacted. The pandemic is affecting profits, so they pull the strings of dumdums to buck against the preventative measures.
 

Dave Watchman

Active Member
It's a simple question of how infections spread, and with the knowledge we have concerning this particular virus - which hasn't been known from the start and which is still not fully known

Usually, it's hard to get the "experts" to agree.

This time, 239 of them, (in 32 countries), do.

239 Experts With 1 Big Claim: The Coronavirus Is Airborne
The W.H.O. has resisted mounting evidence that viral particles floating indoors are infectious, some scientists say.

By Apoorva Mandavilli

July 4, 2020

The coronavirus is finding new victims worldwide, in bars and restaurants, offices, markets and casinos, giving rise to frightening clusters of infection that increasingly confirm what many scientists have been saying for months: The virus lingers in the air indoors, infecting those nearby.

Ventilation systems in schools, nursing homes, residences and businesses may need to minimize recirculating air and add powerful new filters. Ultraviolet lights may be needed to kill viral particles floating in tiny droplets indoors.

But in an open letter to the W.H.O., 239 scientists in 32 countries have outlined the evidence showing that smaller particles can infect people, and are calling for the agency to revise its recommendations. The researchers plan to publish their letter in a scientific journal next week.

Whether carried aloft by large droplets that zoom through the air after a sneeze, or by much smaller exhaled droplets that may glide the length of a room, these experts said, the coronavirus is borne through air and can infect people when inhaled.

239 Experts With 1 Big Claim: The Coronavirus Is Airborne
I believe it to be rude at a minimum, and possibly even criminal at this time NOT to wear a face covering while in public.

My sister in law had a bladder infection.

They gave her a powerful antibiotic which destroyed her kidney.

My nephew made the donation that gave her a transplant.

She still has to take anti rejection drugs every day.

Doctors tell her that if she gets Covid-19, it will kill her.

There's certainly must be others with these types of situations.

Wearing a face covering at a time like this is just common courtesy.
 

Mock Turtle

Oh my, did I say that!
Premium Member
Usually, it's hard to get the "experts" to agree.

This time, 239 of them, (in 32 countries), do.

239 Experts With 1 Big Claim: The Coronavirus Is Airborne
The W.H.O. has resisted mounting evidence that viral particles floating indoors are infectious, some scientists say.

By Apoorva Mandavilli

July 4, 2020

The coronavirus is finding new victims worldwide, in bars and restaurants, offices, markets and casinos, giving rise to frightening clusters of infection that increasingly confirm what many scientists have been saying for months: The virus lingers in the air indoors, infecting those nearby.

Ventilation systems in schools, nursing homes, residences and businesses may need to minimize recirculating air and add powerful new filters. Ultraviolet lights may be needed to kill viral particles floating in tiny droplets indoors.

But in an open letter to the W.H.O., 239 scientists in 32 countries have outlined the evidence showing that smaller particles can infect people, and are calling for the agency to revise its recommendations. The researchers plan to publish their letter in a scientific journal next week.

Whether carried aloft by large droplets that zoom through the air after a sneeze, or by much smaller exhaled droplets that may glide the length of a room, these experts said, the coronavirus is borne through air and can infect people when inhaled.

239 Experts With 1 Big Claim: The Coronavirus Is Airborne
I believe it to be rude at a minimum, and possibly even criminal at this time NOT to wear a face covering while in public.

My sister in law had a bladder infection.

They gave her a powerful antibiotic which destroyed her kidney.

My nephew made the donation that gave her a transplant.

She still has to take anti rejection drugs every day.

Doctors tell her that if she gets Covid-19, it will kill her.

There's certainly must be others with these types of situations.

Wearing a face covering at a time like this is just common courtesy.

Quite. Perhaps I should have put 'not fully understood', since they do know how viruses spread in general and there is always something to learn about novel viruses even if they tend to follow the same pattern as others. A pandemic such as this was predicted as far back as 2015 I believe and probably farther back.
 

Koldo

Outstanding Member
Or, Coronavirus as a Spiritual Metaphor

I was watching an argument between my mother and father (I'm 38, but never been financially successful, so I figured it was better to live at home that try to kid myself and wind up in debt, right now I'm glad I did though... this is a terrible time to live at an apartment). My dad had apparently set up an invite for friends to come to his house (mainly just two people, a husband and wife, I think). My mom buys into the whole mask notion, my dad's skeptical, and I've actually read that masks can starve the body of oxygen (actually making it sicker) so between that and drawing some comparisons to the Mark basically I refuse to wear one, preferring to stay home or go to outdoor venues only. Plus I've watched my own mother get sicker from this thing not only physically but also emotionally, getting more and more paranoid and fearful.
But I digress. During this setup where my dad's inviting friends, and my mom's getting neurotic and wanting to clean the whole house or something, so my mom calls for dinner several times and my dad is deleting email (seriously, just close the computer, it'll be there when you open it again). After dinner, this sets off an argument. We wash dishes after dinner, so I'm kinda held captive by chores, and can't leave this argument. My mom has been ignoring what my dad said for like five minutes. My dad's like "Okay seriously, what is wrong?" And he goes over towards her, and then she screams out "Don't Get Near Me!" The title of this thread, basically.

Don't get near me. I haven't seen anyone in my area so much as sneeze, but don't come into my business, at least without a mask. Don't get near me. Stay six feet away, in fact make that six feet in any direction, and I'm not even sure that's enough. Don't get near me. At least until you sign this form telling me when you've been, in case I want to report you to the police or medical authorities and have you quarantined for the rest of your life. Don't get near me. Think of those statistics, think of how you are a threat to others! I won't feel satisfied until you get a shot with some dubious vaccine that you may be allergic to, or may have nasty side-effects. In fact, really none of this will help. I've decided I don't want you here anymore, so don't get near me.

Mom eventually settled down, and they went to a July 4th party, leaving me alone in the house. Tomorrow, they'll probably mostly go to church without me, because I refuse to put up with this mask thing. I can see why I do that now. Because this is some major bull****. It's a bunch of people using an excuse to have nothing to do with each other anymore. Fine then, don't get near me, either. Church hasn't been the same anymore anyway. But if you're interested, religion means to "reconnect."

Definition of Religion - The Real Meaning of the Word Religion

Whether you are Buddhist, Hindu, Jewish, Sikh, Christian, or whatever, the point of religion is that to quote the Beatle's song,

Someone knockin' at the door
Somebody ringin' the bell
Someone's knockin' at the door
Somebody's ringin' the bell
Do me a favor
Open the door, and let 'em in​

joyful10.gif


Stop worrying about whether you're good enough. Or "clean" enough. People also need you. It's a two-way street. Other people might make you sick (of them). Are you willing to take this risk? Or will you say "Don't Get Near Me!" when Jesus (whoever is least of these) knocks on your door.

What's so bad about wearing a mask?
There is something more to it that you are not telling us.
 

Dave Watchman

Active Member
What's so bad about wearing a mask?
There is something more to it that you are not telling us.

You bring up a good point here, which I don't think was addressed in the other mask thread.

Wearing a face covering, especially for the first time, can take a person out of their comfort zone. They can feel self conscious. A bit like they do during public speaking.

I was early to the mask deal in February. I was the first where I work to wear one. I set the example and helped to get it mandatory where I work.

So I know it can be uncomfortable to be the one or two out of ten in a store wearing a face covering.

People don't wan to be reminded that we have a problem right now.

I don't care.

I wear mine and look right back at them.

They're mandatory now in the GTA of Toronto anyway for anyone inside a building, a public place.
 

Dave Watchman

Active Member
Ventilation systems in schools, nursing homes, residences and businesses may need to minimize recirculating air and add powerful new filters.

NY governor mandates HVAC upgrade for malls to open
But experts say that, compared to masks and distancing, the filter requirement isn't the best way to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo on Monday announced that in order for malls to reopen, they will have to upgrade their air filtration systems in an effort to stem the spread of the coronavirus that causes COVID-19.

"Air conditioning filters with a Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value (MERV) rating capable of filtering COVID-19 particles or similar air exchange measures will be mandatory for large mall reopenings," according to an announcement from the governor's office. "A COVID-19 particle is approximately 0.125 microns in diameter. Filters with a high MERV, such as High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters, have been shown to help reduce the presence of COIVD-19 in air filtration systems."

NY governor mandates HVAC upgrade for malls to open
 

The Hammer

[REDACTED]
Premium Member
Or, Coronavirus as a Spiritual Metaphor

I was watching an argument between my mother and father (I'm 38, but never been financially successful, so I figured it was better to live at home that try to kid myself and wind up in debt, right now I'm glad I did though... this is a terrible time to live at an apartment). My dad had apparently set up an invite for friends to come to his house (mainly just two people, a husband and wife, I think). My mom buys into the whole mask notion, my dad's skeptical, and I've actually read that masks can starve the body of oxygen (actually making it sicker) so between that and drawing some comparisons to the Mark basically I refuse to wear one, preferring to stay home or go to outdoor venues only. Plus I've watched my own mother get sicker from this thing not only physically but also emotionally, getting more and more paranoid and fearful.
But I digress. During this setup where my dad's inviting friends, and my mom's getting neurotic and wanting to clean the whole house or something, so my mom calls for dinner several times and my dad is deleting email (seriously, just close the computer, it'll be there when you open it again). After dinner, this sets off an argument. We wash dishes after dinner, so I'm kinda held captive by chores, and can't leave this argument. My mom has been ignoring what my dad said for like five minutes. My dad's like "Okay seriously, what is wrong?" And he goes over towards her, and then she screams out "Don't Get Near Me!" The title of this thread, basically.

Don't get near me. I haven't seen anyone in my area so much as sneeze, but don't come into my business, at least without a mask. Don't get near me. Stay six feet away, in fact make that six feet in any direction, and I'm not even sure that's enough. Don't get near me. At least until you sign this form telling me when you've been, in case I want to report you to the police or medical authorities and have you quarantined for the rest of your life. Don't get near me. Think of those statistics, think of how you are a threat to others! I won't feel satisfied until you get a shot with some dubious vaccine that you may be allergic to, or may have nasty side-effects. In fact, really none of this will help. I've decided I don't want you here anymore, so don't get near me.

Mom eventually settled down, and they went to a July 4th party, leaving me alone in the house. Tomorrow, they'll probably mostly go to church without me, because I refuse to put up with this mask thing. I can see why I do that now. Because this is some major bull****. It's a bunch of people using an excuse to have nothing to do with each other anymore. Fine then, don't get near me, either. Church hasn't been the same anymore anyway. But if you're interested, religion means to "reconnect."

Definition of Religion - The Real Meaning of the Word Religion

Whether you are Buddhist, Hindu, Jewish, Sikh, Christian, or whatever, the point of religion is that to quote the Beatle's song,

Someone knockin' at the door
Somebody ringin' the bell
Someone's knockin' at the door
Somebody's ringin' the bell
Do me a favor
Open the door, and let 'em in​

joyful10.gif


Stop worrying about whether you're good enough. Or "clean" enough. People also need you. It's a two-way street. Other people might make you sick (of them). Are you willing to take this risk? Or will you say "Don't Get Near Me!" when Jesus (whoever is least of these) knocks on your door.

Masks don't starve the body of oxygen. Also, lessening ones oxygen intake can actually be beneficial, I used to do lung training in this manner when I was swimming more frequently, as it strengthens the diaphragm (breathe through a straw). Just don't allow yourself to get hypoxia (pretty easy to tell as you will be dizzy).

Is It Dangerous to Wear a COVID-19 Protective Mask for Too Long?
 

Unveiled Artist

Veteran Member
Or, Coronavirus as a Spiritual Metaphor

I was watching an argument between my mother and father (I'm 38, but never been financially successful, so I figured it was better to live at home that try to kid myself and wind up in debt, right now I'm glad I did though... this is a terrible time to live at an apartment). My dad had apparently set up an invite for friends to come to his house (mainly just two people, a husband and wife, I think). My mom buys into the whole mask notion, my dad's skeptical, and I've actually read that masks can starve the body of oxygen (actually making it sicker) so between that and drawing some comparisons to the Mark basically I refuse to wear one, preferring to stay home or go to outdoor venues only. Plus I've watched my own mother get sicker from this thing not only physically but also emotionally, getting more and more paranoid and fearful.
But I digress. During this setup where my dad's inviting friends, and my mom's getting neurotic and wanting to clean the whole house or something, so my mom calls for dinner several times and my dad is deleting email (seriously, just close the computer, it'll be there when you open it again). After dinner, this sets off an argument. We wash dishes after dinner, so I'm kinda held captive by chores, and can't leave this argument. My mom has been ignoring what my dad said for like five minutes. My dad's like "Okay seriously, what is wrong?" And he goes over towards her, and then she screams out "Don't Get Near Me!" The title of this thread, basically.

Don't get near me. I haven't seen anyone in my area so much as sneeze, but don't come into my business, at least without a mask. Don't get near me. Stay six feet away, in fact make that six feet in any direction, and I'm not even sure that's enough. Don't get near me. At least until you sign this form telling me when you've been, in case I want to report you to the police or medical authorities and have you quarantined for the rest of your life. Don't get near me. Think of those statistics, think of how you are a threat to others! I won't feel satisfied until you get a shot with some dubious vaccine that you may be allergic to, or may have nasty side-effects. In fact, really none of this will help. I've decided I don't want you here anymore, so don't get near me.

Mom eventually settled down, and they went to a July 4th party, leaving me alone in the house. Tomorrow, they'll probably mostly go to church without me, because I refuse to put up with this mask thing. I can see why I do that now. Because this is some major bull****. It's a bunch of people using an excuse to have nothing to do with each other anymore. Fine then, don't get near me, either. Church hasn't been the same anymore anyway. But if you're interested, religion means to "reconnect."

Definition of Religion - The Real Meaning of the Word Religion

Whether you are Buddhist, Hindu, Jewish, Sikh, Christian, or whatever, the point of religion is that to quote the Beatle's song,

Someone knockin' at the door
Somebody ringin' the bell
Someone's knockin' at the door
Somebody's ringin' the bell
Do me a favor
Open the door, and let 'em in​

joyful10.gif


Stop worrying about whether you're good enough. Or "clean" enough. People also need you. It's a two-way street. Other people might make you sick (of them). Are you willing to take this risk? Or will you say "Don't Get Near Me!" when Jesus (whoever is least of these) knocks on your door.

Nice.

When people need each other the most, they back away.

I was listening to James Clear about habits. He gave an off example of a study at a university. The teacher split the class into two and told them they needed to go to the lecture hall to do a lecture on helping people. He told the first group to be there at X time. The second group, the teacher said they would be late and for them to rush to get to the lecture hall. The researchers planted a guy in their way on the ground yelling in pain. Every student passed the guy who needed help. One person even walked over the guy.

It seems like we say we help people but then when push comes to shove, we think of ourselves. I'm sure not all cultures think this way. Maybe some people actually do take jesus' and other role models examples into consideration over the virus-which isn't a guaranty one would get deadly ill if not ill at all.

Nice.
 

Unveiled Artist

Veteran Member
You bring up a good point here, which I don't think was addressed in the other mask thread.

Wearing a face covering, especially for the first time, can take a person out of their comfort zone. They can feel self conscious. A bit like they do during public speaking.

I was early to the mask deal in February. I was the first where I work to wear one. I set the example and helped to get it mandatory where I work.

So I know it can be uncomfortable to be the one or two out of ten in a store wearing a face covering.

People don't wan to be reminded that we have a problem right now.

I don't care.

I wear mine and look right back at them.

They're mandatory now in the GTA of Toronto anyway for anyone inside a building, a public place.

That's one of the psychological things I read about why people don't want to wear masks. It's does the opposite and make people fear rather than safe. It would be different if they didn't practice social distancing. But then even reconnecting has a need for some physical contact.
 

Dave Watchman

Active Member
That's one of the psychological things I read about why people don't want to wear masks. It's does the opposite and make people fear rather than safe. It would be different if they didn't practice social distancing. But then even reconnecting has a need for some physical contact.

I know. And it's not just a case of people being self conscious.

A guy might say to himself: "I'm a tough guy. "Tough guys don't wear masks. "I'm not afraid of a virus.

That kind of thing.

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And like i said before, I'm skeptical of the 6 feet deal.

Our aerosolized respiratory droplets can travel that far just through normal speech.

Look at this one.

China's got Bubonic plague cases.

Black Death.

Spooky.

Chinese city sounds alert for bubonic plague

The suspected bubonic plague case was reported on Saturday by a hospital in Bayannur. The local health authority announced that the warning period will continue until the end of 2020.

Updated: July 5, 2020 11:18:58 pm


“At present, there is a risk of a human plague epidemic spreading in this city. The public should improve its self-protection awareness and ability, and report abnormal health conditions promptly, the local health authority said.

On July 1, state-run Xinhua news agency said that two suspected cases of bubonic plague reported in Khovd province in western Mongolia have been confirmed by lab test results. The confirmed cases are a 27-year-old resident and his 17-year-old brother, who are being treated at two separate hospitals in their province, it quoted a health official as saying.

The brothers ate marmot meat, the health official said, warning people not to eat marmot meat.

A total of 146 people who had contact with them have been isolated and treated at local hospitals, according to Narangerel.

Chinese city sounds alert for bubonic plague
 
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