*muffled screaming*

[jolantru]

I don't know what's worse: the fear-mongering by the media or the fear-mongering by well-intentioned people eager to help/give advice during this uncertain period.

Covid-19 has well and truly dominated everything. The media is non-stop talking about it. The economy is dying because of it. Governments are weaponising it for their own selfish purposes. Don't know who and what to trust? Yep. Social media has made it 1,000 times worse, because "everything said is valid and how dare you criticise me!".

Basically everyone is running in circles.

Geez. Can we even live past March without killing one another online, in FB or in real life?

EDIT:

Didn't attend ICFA, because it was cancelled.
I made the decision not to attend before they cancelled it.
Now Florida has confirmed cases and the US is a mess.
Actually the world is a mess now.

Swancon is cancelled too. Many cons are cancelled.
So... yes, I am actually quite furious with the virus.

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[tornir]

*looks*
I still have your PayPal, so used that.
Patreon wants to charge 20% tax. :(

[jolantru]

*hugs* Thank you so much! Hope you are holding up well... We are implementing stricter physical distancing measures which will take effect before our midnight. Not a full lockdown.

[tornir]

I live alone, and work alone. The only time I have to go near other people is when venturing out to buy food, and I do that in the evening when it's quiet.
I'm probably about as safe as it's possible to be, so while I'm not overly concerned, I'm not going to be reckless.

[jolantru]

I work from home (having quit teaching a while back). My spouse goes out and teaches. My two kids are in school. But no other contact with people (except for inlaws and my folks). I am concerned and anxious.

[tornir]

Well, virtual hugs are safe, so *hugs*. :)