Commented "You have to have some safety rules. But like Shiffrin who skied yesterday in the parrallel slalom, it is up to the individual. She has previously not skied in that event because she felt it is dangerous, But she did it to help Team USA win a medal. Alas, they didn't, but it wasn't for lack of trying"
Commented "It will help those who want to be helped, but the percentage of those is unknown. Those with mental illness and/or drug addictions need help with those issues first before they can appreciate a safer place to live."
Commented "But, not as much as previously, now that the virus appears to be waning. And kids, by and large, do not get seriously ill if they do catch it. I think common sense should reign, and continue spacing. And abide by CDC recos if the virus returns."
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."