Commented "Well, I understand it is a much bigger problem on the East side of Bend, but I live in a relatively safe neighborhood, so I am not worried at this point."
Commented "I have been vaxed and boosted - even tho the efficacy of boosters reportedly wains after 4 mos - but since the virus is now endemic, we can't live lives forever masked. I will feel comfortable going into a restaurant sans mask. Already have done so... doing fine so far."
Commented "I know we desperately need the snow pack for our drought-prone region; however, I am LOVING these Spring temperatures and am not missing the snow one iota!"
Replied "And, contrary to what many on the other side are saying, they are NOT taking away attendants for those who don't want to pump their own gas... just providing a choice to do it yourself for those of us who want to."
Commented "Absolutely!! I have lived in other states for 65 years and always had to pump my own gas and I prefer it because it speeds things up. It makes for a much slower process having to wait for attendants to finish with 1 - 2 cars ahead of you when you could be doing it yourself!! Good to have the choice!"
Commented "What a question. Of course, the country has become more divided because some really ignorant, and just plain stupid individuals who believe the bullshit put out by T. This country is deeply in peril and those who support his lies do not even realize what they are doing to contribute to it. "
Commented "Well, I agree with the previous comments, but also, we would need to know the amount of said "fee" before having sufficient information to weigh in with an informed opinion."
Commented "I really prefer a real tree, but I gave up on them a few years ago. I bought a really beautiful, real-looking fake tree at Home Depot several years ago, that already has lights and red berries and pine cones. and a little flocking. It still looks great. Am very happy with it!"