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Documenting COVID-19 in Niagara

Collected Item: “WEEK 12 thoughts and feelings”

I agree:

Yes

Name:

Mary Lynch

Date:

11-06-2020

Title:

WEEK 12 thoughts and feelings

Answer 1 - Feelings

Still a little unsure if I am safe while grocery shopping, but ordering online leads to not receiving a lot of what I need. We are spending a lot more in groceries - it seems there are not as many items that I need, on sale, as frequently. I used to buy in bulk when sales were on, but there are restrictions on how much a person can buy. I am working, so I am pleased to still have a job, but what about a social life? I am getting kind of antsy, not being able to visit friends' homes.

Answer 2 - Opinions

I think so, I am less worried than I was, that I might catch it. I still wear a mask when I go grocery shopping, but no one I know has had it, so it seems less worrisome.

Answer 3 - Opening up

I am a little fearful that there will be another peak in the outbreaks, but I am not really worried about getting it, myself.

Answer 4 - Protection

I have always used copious amounts of hand sanitizer, but now I wear a mask to the grocery store. My partner was worried about other people getting too near me, but I probably wouldn't wear it, if it wasn't for his concern.

Answer 5 - Vaccines

Yes, I would get the vaccine. I am in a high risk group: asthma, diabetes and high blood pressure. I would like to know I can go anywhere without worrying I will get sick.

Answer 6 - Testing

Yes I have. It was simple and quick. I was impressed with the precautions taken at the site and by staff, for protecting themselves and patients. It was a little strange to feel the swab go up my nose to the back of my throat, but it was not painful.

Answer 7 - How much longer

I am ready to live with regulations and limitations until we get down to almost no new cases. Then, things can get back to normal. I can have a 'social life' on facetime until then.

Answer 8 - Future

I will be the same. As I mentioned in an answer above, I have always used copious amounts of hand sanitizer, so that will continue. I have also always kept my distance from people and am not a 'hugger,' so those things won't change.

Location:

Welland

Publish online:

Yes
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