I wish people could think a little more outwardly. We have become a people of instant gratification, wearing blinders to others so that we can move forward in our own world. Yes, there are some who give generously but we are seeing a nation that is blatantly showing a disregard for others.
In Ohio, our governor signed an order requiring masks in public. The public was outraged that their rights were being usurped so the governor pulled that back and said it was highly recommended to wear them. The masks are not known to help oneself from getting the virus but they are helpful in stopping the outward spewing of your own germs, to help others. It is a considerate thing to do.
But here’s the thing. They are not necessarily comfortable. They are warm. They mess up my hair. They feel uncormfortable around my ears after a while. I can’t wear lipstick. It will smear my makeup. I have heard these comments as reasons for not wearing them. What??!! There are now 70,000 people who have died from the virus and it will mess up my lipstick? That is just crazy talk. Granted they are stuffy and uncomfortable and we are not a society that has been accustomed to covering our faces with masks so it is a difficult thing. But I for one, think I can be a little inconvenienced so maybe someone else can live!!! That is not alot to ask and I would hope someone would do that for me.
And I have been wearing mine in public. In fact, I made a few cute ones with dog bones and musical notes. Hey, if we should wear them, we might as well make it fun. You can find so many on Etsy, free ones at you rplace of business and retail stores that will be openings, also indicate they will be available for free. So hey, Let’s give it a try. There’s so much we don’t know about this pandemic and the transmission of the covid 19 that every little step we take to try to control its transmission should be taken. So many sacrifices are being made, I feel that is the least of them. So go ahead, mask up my friends and do it with a smile on your face, even if we cannot see it!
Shameless plug for my masks– etsy.com/Softnsassy
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