Masked are protective. They are necessary these days when a microscopic invader is sneaking past our barriers. We are relying on a piece of cloth to keep us safe, as we try our best to physically distance. Crowded aisles, packed stadiums- there are places where we have to come into close quarters with others. Restaurants and outdoor matches being the ones I notice the most these days. I drive past soccer games and family picnics- mask-less.
I am always curious as to why. Why open spaces spark bravery. Where many feel a release and take off these protectors. They can feel stifling. They can feel like a muzzle on our personalities. It is a personal decision- it should be a choice. Many feel forced to do something and out of defiance- they curtail the reason for wearing them. So we see increases in cases.
Parties rage- mask-less teens mingling and frolicking leads to school shut downs. It is all so familiar of my youth, in a way. I would hope that back then we would have heeding the warning and refrained from that recklessness- but I am fear we would have done the same. The eternal flame of denial and over-confidence is timeless. But these days- it is so important not to be thinking of want but need. We need to protect all humans. All people.
We need to inspire but being a role model. Be positive and inspirational. You never know if you are a super-spreader, immune or highly susceptible. So why take the chance. Thank you for dedication and respect. Thank you for your forward thinking. Thank you for your compassion. You are amazing.
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