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MHZ, I do love the Beatles John Lennon was a deep thinker.I do think at times he should've kept his wife in her place I dont think women should but themselves in their mens buisness.Women definately have places but it's not in a mans place for sure .He was so easy going though I guess he avoided conflict.I was just raised that way I wont take much lip off of a woman but try to respect mens authority.Im no good at raising plants I kill them all they meet their death when it comes to me.You.MHZ, You should play crazy little thing called love it's real easy go play.I dont think Freddie was real excellent on the guitar but he played that song.He was a beast on the piano though.Im glad it's becoming your passion I love it too.
@stevendabudgie, I read the March 20th “Daily Beast” article you posted. Thank you! Believe it or not, I take great comfort in learning that 84-year-old, AIDS activist/writer, Larry Kramer, and Dr. Fauci are “good friends” today, esp. considering that Larry Kramer once lambasted Dr. Fauci as a “murderer” and “incompetent idiot” for the “government’s failure to address the (HIV/AIDS) epidemic in the ’80s.” Larry Kramer is certainly not a man to mince words. I’d hate to be on his bad side! LOL Till I read the “Daily Beast,” I wasn’t even aware that Larry Kramer is alive today – and HIV(+), too. He’s currently working on his “last book” about today’s COVID-19 and the parallels to the HIV/AIDS crisis in the ’80s. I hope he lives to complete it. I also have the utmost respect for Dr. Fauci, both as a medical professional/scientist and as a man. He's so calm, rational and soft-spoken, a natural diplomat. The good doctor is 79-years-old. He works 15 to 16-hour days on the coronavirus pandemic AND jogs 3.5 miles daily. He scaled back from 7 miles because of the current pandemic. The man’s an inspiration. I need to up my daily workout. I feel like a slacker – and I’m decades younger! I was sad to learn recently that Dr. Fauci needs security detail. He has received death threats.
@TUHI, thanks for the music parodies. Humor is essential these days. I’ve been a fan of “Weird Al” Yankovic over the years, so I’ve always enjoyed music parodies in general. BTW, the lyrics for the “Coronavirus Rhapsody” were absolutely cringeworthy. “Mama, I just killed a man.” I dreaded what came next but broke into hysterics. “I didn’t stay inside in bed. I walked past him, now he’s dead.” Forgive my black humor, my gallow’s humor, but I laughed. BTW, I don’t treat COVID-19 lightly.
@Rainbow61, the Il Divo video of “Amazing Grace” was lovely. I esp. liked the Scottish bagpipes. Like you, I also watched and donated to Elton John’s iHeart Living Room Concert for America. I regret I never got to see Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood’s live-stream living room concert for coronavirus relief. I’ve actually seen Garth Brooks live in concert back in the day and own some of his old CDs, as well as Trisha Yearwood’s. I heard they performed Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper’s duet “Shallow” from “A Star is Born” during the live-stream.
@Lsgp03, as an Adele fan, I cracked up at Chris Mann’s parody of “Hello (from the inside).” The “inside” reference made me laugh. Chris Mann does a lot of other parodies.
@MHZ, that’s cool you brought one of Brian May’s Red Special and are learning guitar!
@Amidds, God bless your daughter, the ICU nurse mgr.! I have family and friends currently working the front lines as nurses, physicians, a respiratory therapist and an occupational therapist. I’ve seen their cries for more PPEs on FB. They’re short-staffed, overworked and stressed on the job. Many of their reg. hospital units have been converted to COVID-19 beds. They’re afraid to infect their families back at home. 4 of my RN friends separately became symptomatic for the coronavirus from work exposure. Fortunately, none had to be hospitalized and placed on vents. After a period of self-quarantine in their homes, once they became asymptomatic, they've been back at work FT. They are true professionals and continue to give it their all for their patients in the fight against COVID-19.
@TUHI, thanks for the music parodies. Humor is essential these days. I’ve been a fan of “Weird Al” Yankovic over the years, so I’ve always enjoyed music parodies in general. BTW, the lyrics for the “Coronavirus Rhapsody” were absolutely cringeworthy. “Mama, I just killed a man.” I dreaded what came next but broke into hysterics. “I didn’t stay inside in bed. I walked past him, now he’s dead.” Forgive my black humor, my gallow’s humor, but I laughed. BTW, I don’t treat COVID-19 lightly.
@Rainbow61, the Il Divo video of “Amazing Grace” was lovely. I esp. liked the Scottish bagpipes. Like you, I also watched and donated to Elton John’s iHeart Living Room Concert for America. I regret I never got to see Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood’s live-stream living room concert for coronavirus relief. I’ve actually seen Garth Brooks live in concert back in the day and own some of his old CDs, as well as Trisha Yearwood’s. I heard they performed Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper’s duet “Shallow” from “A Star is Born” during the live-stream.
@Lsgp03, as an Adele fan, I cracked up at Chris Mann’s parody of “Hello (from the inside).” The “inside” reference made me laugh. Chris Mann does a lot of other parodies.
@MHZ, that’s cool you brought one of Brian May’s Red Special and are learning guitar!
@Amidds, God bless your daughter, the ICU nurse mgr.! I have family and friends currently working the front lines as nurses, physicians, a respiratory therapist and an occupational therapist. I’ve seen their cries for more PPEs on FB. They’re short-staffed, overworked and stressed on the job. Many of their reg. hospital units have been converted to COVID-19 beds. They’re afraid to infect their families back at home. 4 of my RN friends separately became symptomatic for the coronavirus from work exposure. Fortunately, none had to be hospitalized and placed on vents. After a period of self-quarantine in their homes, once they became asymptomatic, they've been back at work FT. They are true professionals and continue to give it their all for their patients in the fight against COVID-19.
I kinda find it hard to laugh at anything concerning a virus that is taking lives from people in days or weeks .I have had experience with this and my life spared.It was also a virus type thing.People are still running around God bless them like they dont need to take precaution.The hospitals are full not enough life saving support devices available.This thing could end up like an atomic bomb then what shall we do.Im sorry I just dont find humor in someone fighting for their life with pneumonia that this virus creates which I'm assuming is rare and related to the virus itself and the bodies weakened immune system just cant fight it off.Lets see how many jokes and funny things people say if it kills thousands.I hope people take warning and stay home this virus needs bodies to survive and we are perfect.
As far as AIDS it was around way way way before they knew a thing then boom they had to blame somebody especially when the fancy geniuses cant figure it out I guess it hurt or offended their little intelligence lol.They blamed it all on one dude That Gatean dude that was just so wrong.Then they figured out the truth it's been out for ages just like all the other sexually transmitted disease like gonnorea , claps,and,crabs, I bet that was a itchy situation lol.My brother got those once he didnt know what to do and neither did I so I told him to take my nair and but it on his private place he was on fire poor thing.He finally had to go to the Dr those things had him itching like crazy.I laugh about it now but that nair left burns on him he said he was so mad at me.I thought this story was actually funny and would lighten the mood.I was in fear my grandparents would get them crabs off the toilet.So I told him he better tell them he had been playing with some nasty girls so he did.Well that's it for STD education have a nice evening.
Wow Jo T, I had no idea Fauci is 79! I would have guessed at least 10 years younger. Goes to show how staying in shape really combats the aging process!
MHZ, I was looking back a few pages and saw your comment about Freddie's shorts.I can remember in a interview he said he hated his legs.I think they compliment his beauty.They blend in perfect with his body type.He was so slender you know.A short guy with long legs so cute.Ok back to the shorts I dont think those shorts they wore looked good on anyone.It was a fashion statement I guess.But my goodness it left nothing to the imagination no modesty at all do you agree.I dont think they were going for the modesty look they were going for the man hunting look and I guess they nailed it because those shorts revealed everything when a guy went shopping lol.
We need to remember our nurses at this time they are working directly with these affected patients and basically risking their lives and some of these nurses are dying and losing their lives.So I'm not much for organized religion but do belief greatly in God the almighty and the power of prayer so do what you do in your way and lift these people up their lives matter and pray to guide the healing hand.
Wow so much to catch up on! I’ve been busier working from home than at the office, lack of office equipment not very efficient.
Not complaining but it is what it is.
So “shout outs “ to everyone and Ditto regarding the war, ptsd, gardening, pulling weeds, Sound of Music “ dance link ( one of my all time favorites) here here to the “history buffs” as I am one as well, inherited that from dad, HIV/Covid19 comparisons, and huge shout out to Amidds daughter in ICU. If I’ve forgotten anything it’s because there was so much to list.
How much does anyone want to bet there will be a huge baby boom in December and January?
Lots more Sagittarius and Capricorn’s coming!
Not complaining but it is what it is.
So “shout outs “ to everyone and Ditto regarding the war, ptsd, gardening, pulling weeds, Sound of Music “ dance link ( one of my all time favorites) here here to the “history buffs” as I am one as well, inherited that from dad, HIV/Covid19 comparisons, and huge shout out to Amidds daughter in ICU. If I’ve forgotten anything it’s because there was so much to list.
How much does anyone want to bet there will be a huge baby boom in December and January?
Lots more Sagittarius and Capricorn’s coming!
Lspg, ditto - seems as if my work takes me at least twice as long since I don't have everything I need and a good space to do it in!!!
Just wanted to see how everyone is doing and if anyone is doing anything interesting in your down time. I have found a few Instagram folks who are doing fun classes on line like exercise, stretching and dance parties. It is keeping me active, which I really need, staying at home. I find I just can't sit and read or do the other little things I used to do (like crochet) since I can't get out as much. Kinda ironic because if anyone had asked me a couple of months ago, I would've thought having all this time to catch up on reading or something would've sounded awesome!!!
If anyone is interested....my daughter never got the week to adjust her floor. She was given three days to renew her ICU certifications, get fitted for her mask and thrown into ICU caring for COVID cases. A lot came from the cruise ships that had been denied elsewhere. Compared to the horror stories I have heard from others about their hospitals, my daughter's seem to be doing right by their healthcare workers, which is keeping some of my anxiety down regarding her work. You may have heard this but, direct from the CDC to my daughter, the next 2 weeks are critical to stay in and avoid the virus as it's on the upswing. So, please be careful y'all!! She has described some of the symptoms and experiences (w/o violating HIPAA) of some of these patients and it really is very scary!!! Let's not take chances!
Have a wonderful Wed all!!!
Just wanted to see how everyone is doing and if anyone is doing anything interesting in your down time. I have found a few Instagram folks who are doing fun classes on line like exercise, stretching and dance parties. It is keeping me active, which I really need, staying at home. I find I just can't sit and read or do the other little things I used to do (like crochet) since I can't get out as much. Kinda ironic because if anyone had asked me a couple of months ago, I would've thought having all this time to catch up on reading or something would've sounded awesome!!!
If anyone is interested....my daughter never got the week to adjust her floor. She was given three days to renew her ICU certifications, get fitted for her mask and thrown into ICU caring for COVID cases. A lot came from the cruise ships that had been denied elsewhere. Compared to the horror stories I have heard from others about their hospitals, my daughter's seem to be doing right by their healthcare workers, which is keeping some of my anxiety down regarding her work. You may have heard this but, direct from the CDC to my daughter, the next 2 weeks are critical to stay in and avoid the virus as it's on the upswing. So, please be careful y'all!! She has described some of the symptoms and experiences (w/o violating HIPAA) of some of these patients and it really is very scary!!! Let's not take chances!
Have a wonderful Wed all!!!
Amidds, Thanks amidds my husband works with the dead bodies he is a cop and works security so I'm on pins and needles .I'm afraid he is gonna get it.I know what it's like to have organ failure and not to be able to breath on your own but yet not loose consiousness.It scares me to death the thought of it all .My husband took 3 bodies to the morgue this week.They have that whole unit taped off for those patients none of them are making it out of there so far.The sheriff in our town has it too and is in there he is fighting for his life he is in his 60s.I told him dont go up there unless they call him and he said it's his job and as a cop it's his duty to make sure everyone is safe and secure.He also has to handle behavioral health patients what if they got it? I'm so nervous if I get something this time I might not make it lol.people are even going crazy and licking produce in the grocery stores knowing they are infected.
I don't envy any of you who are working at home. It seems to me that it would take so much discipline to stick to the job with all of the comforts of home so easily in reach. I'm thinking of you all.
Lsgp, I thought about a baby boom too. I think you will be proven correct! : )
Amidds, I'm glad your daughter is doing ok and that her hospital is functioning well. So far the nursing home where my DIL is a nurse does not have any COVID patients. It's such a concern for those of us who have family who are considered essential workers. Both of my sons still have to go to work every day, and of course my DIL has her nursing shifts. They are all constantly on my mind.
Amidds, no new hobbies here though I'm going to have to come up with something. I am used to reading a book a week but I find I can't really focus that long on reading, so I've slowed way down. I haven't been out of the house to go anywhere since the first week in March and I'm doing way too much sitting. It's about to turn cold again, so no more yard work for a while. I have done more connecting with friends who I haven't talked to in a while and that's nice.
Jo, I agree with you that humor is essential at this time. I compare it to Mr. Roger's advice to look for the helpers in any crisis. I need to look for the smiles. Let me assure you that I am not minimizing the fear, despair and sorrow of this pandemic in any way. No one is laughing at the tragedy of the illness, the danger essential workers are in, or the fear that so many are experiencing. No humor there. But I do find some humor in laughing at myself. For example, I saw a meme of a person wearing a cone of shame because it would prevent one from touching their own face. I had to laugh because until this crisis I had no idea how often I touch my face and I find now that I could use my own cone. I had to laugh today when I was texting with my best friend and we were asking each other what we were doing with the day. Turns out both of us had taken showers and done laundry and that was our success for the day . Both of us were way too proud of our accomplishments. I was almost excited that I was about to walk down the driveway for the mail because I might see a neighbor I could talk to at a distance. . I've seen some very funny monologues from parents online who are trying to home school their kids. I know many of you are doing that and probably don't see the humor, but I have to admit some of the videos I see are pretty funny. So yes, I'm laughing. I know myself. I'm a lot healthier if I can see the humor. I find anger creeping in at people who are not staying home and who make statements online about defying the recommendations. I can't dwell on that. I can only do what I know is right and urge all those in my circle to do the same.
Finally, I'll share that my DIL brought my grandkids to see me yesterday. Was it yesterday??? Not sure, I've lost track of my days. Anyway, they stayed in the van, but stood on the seats with their upper bodies out the skylight. I sat in a chair fifteen or so feet away and we talked. They were just bubbling over with stories and questions and general silliness. I needed that. I hope all of you are finding those small moments of joy.
Lsgp, I thought about a baby boom too. I think you will be proven correct! : )
Amidds, I'm glad your daughter is doing ok and that her hospital is functioning well. So far the nursing home where my DIL is a nurse does not have any COVID patients. It's such a concern for those of us who have family who are considered essential workers. Both of my sons still have to go to work every day, and of course my DIL has her nursing shifts. They are all constantly on my mind.
Amidds, no new hobbies here though I'm going to have to come up with something. I am used to reading a book a week but I find I can't really focus that long on reading, so I've slowed way down. I haven't been out of the house to go anywhere since the first week in March and I'm doing way too much sitting. It's about to turn cold again, so no more yard work for a while. I have done more connecting with friends who I haven't talked to in a while and that's nice.
Jo, I agree with you that humor is essential at this time. I compare it to Mr. Roger's advice to look for the helpers in any crisis. I need to look for the smiles. Let me assure you that I am not minimizing the fear, despair and sorrow of this pandemic in any way. No one is laughing at the tragedy of the illness, the danger essential workers are in, or the fear that so many are experiencing. No humor there. But I do find some humor in laughing at myself. For example, I saw a meme of a person wearing a cone of shame because it would prevent one from touching their own face. I had to laugh because until this crisis I had no idea how often I touch my face and I find now that I could use my own cone. I had to laugh today when I was texting with my best friend and we were asking each other what we were doing with the day. Turns out both of us had taken showers and done laundry and that was our success for the day . Both of us were way too proud of our accomplishments. I was almost excited that I was about to walk down the driveway for the mail because I might see a neighbor I could talk to at a distance. . I've seen some very funny monologues from parents online who are trying to home school their kids. I know many of you are doing that and probably don't see the humor, but I have to admit some of the videos I see are pretty funny. So yes, I'm laughing. I know myself. I'm a lot healthier if I can see the humor. I find anger creeping in at people who are not staying home and who make statements online about defying the recommendations. I can't dwell on that. I can only do what I know is right and urge all those in my circle to do the same.
Finally, I'll share that my DIL brought my grandkids to see me yesterday. Was it yesterday??? Not sure, I've lost track of my days. Anyway, they stayed in the van, but stood on the seats with their upper bodies out the skylight. I sat in a chair fifteen or so feet away and we talked. They were just bubbling over with stories and questions and general silliness. I needed that. I hope all of you are finding those small moments of joy.
I am finding those moments special with my grandchild as well.I just have one but hes name is Chevy he is 4 and he is very special to me and knows everything about sharks and dinasours.The little dude can already read that's amazing they are learning so fast now in school.
@Joe T.
@Chevyman?
My maternal grandfather was a soldier in WW2, became a Russian POW and returned with the consequences of a head shot. It only showed when he had drunk a little, then he became violent. Surely my mum (born ´49) and her sibling were affected. They have been leading normal lives, but regarding my mother the trauma showed in the strained relationship wih my Father and the way I was raised.
I read somewhere that a few years before WW1, the German Emperor reportly said that a new war would be a "steel bath for the German nerves". What a horrible statement! Germany had not been involved in a war since 1871. "Nerves" and "nervous sickness" was a big thing in that interwar period. Ever heard of "neurasthenia"?
@Katydy5
You asked how things are in Germany. I think the measures coem a little too late. When the cases in northern Italy were skyrocketing, everyone with average intelligence could gauge that the virus would enter Germany given the fact many Germans were on skiing holiday in Austria, Switzerland and Northern Italy.. Carneval or Fasching (which Freddie loved in his Munich years) was in late February, when the first German cases had already been reported. Our Secretary of Health, together with the heads of our CDC, announced on their regular press conferences they did not consider it necessary to cancel Fasching. The result was the first big cluster. And our chancellor had been conspicuously absent on the press briefings until mid-march- and she´s a PhD physicist, she KNOWS what exponential growth is. The Department of Health can just issue warnings or guidelines, and,due to our federal system, only the individual "governors" of the states (Bavaria, Saxony etc.) can implement measures. Health warnings and appeals by Chancellor and DOH should have been issued at least two weeks earlier.
For my part, I freaked out at the end of February/beginning of March. Two or three days after the local Fasching Parade, the first case was reported in my town (Heidelberg)
I cancelled all future private Appointments and stopped going downtown. I did not go to the library to gave back books, I sent them by mail. I was dependent on public transportation, but the last ride four weeks ago turned out to be horrifying- so many passengers coughing without covering their mouths, pushing tram buttons holding onto grab handles and straps with their bare fingers, then touching their faces. This was before Lockdown were even on the table.
So I bought a cheap bicycle. I work as part-time newspaper man, so I do not encounter many people early in the morning. bakeries, pizzarias etc. are still open, home delivery and/or takeaway only. I tried to order Food from a Supermarket online service, but the delivery time schedule is always completely booked out, which means the next two weeks from now. When the next day pops up it´s the same thing. So I still go to the supermarket once a week. There are two within 5 minutes walking distance, so I do not Need to leave my neighbourhood. There is a lot of solidarity, I saw private notices by People offering to buy buy and bringing food for elderly and quarantined people. I know several people in my Extended Family who have been infected by or had a brush with Covid-19, but they are all fine. We are not very close, but it is remarkable how perceptions of the epidemic have been shifing from something that´s far away or affecting a few people here and there to something that´s "hit home" and amongst your fellows.
@Chevyman?
My maternal grandfather was a soldier in WW2, became a Russian POW and returned with the consequences of a head shot. It only showed when he had drunk a little, then he became violent. Surely my mum (born ´49) and her sibling were affected. They have been leading normal lives, but regarding my mother the trauma showed in the strained relationship wih my Father and the way I was raised.
I read somewhere that a few years before WW1, the German Emperor reportly said that a new war would be a "steel bath for the German nerves". What a horrible statement! Germany had not been involved in a war since 1871. "Nerves" and "nervous sickness" was a big thing in that interwar period. Ever heard of "neurasthenia"?
@Katydy5
You asked how things are in Germany. I think the measures coem a little too late. When the cases in northern Italy were skyrocketing, everyone with average intelligence could gauge that the virus would enter Germany given the fact many Germans were on skiing holiday in Austria, Switzerland and Northern Italy.. Carneval or Fasching (which Freddie loved in his Munich years) was in late February, when the first German cases had already been reported. Our Secretary of Health, together with the heads of our CDC, announced on their regular press conferences they did not consider it necessary to cancel Fasching. The result was the first big cluster. And our chancellor had been conspicuously absent on the press briefings until mid-march- and she´s a PhD physicist, she KNOWS what exponential growth is. The Department of Health can just issue warnings or guidelines, and,due to our federal system, only the individual "governors" of the states (Bavaria, Saxony etc.) can implement measures. Health warnings and appeals by Chancellor and DOH should have been issued at least two weeks earlier.
For my part, I freaked out at the end of February/beginning of March. Two or three days after the local Fasching Parade, the first case was reported in my town (Heidelberg)
I cancelled all future private Appointments and stopped going downtown. I did not go to the library to gave back books, I sent them by mail. I was dependent on public transportation, but the last ride four weeks ago turned out to be horrifying- so many passengers coughing without covering their mouths, pushing tram buttons holding onto grab handles and straps with their bare fingers, then touching their faces. This was before Lockdown were even on the table.
So I bought a cheap bicycle. I work as part-time newspaper man, so I do not encounter many people early in the morning. bakeries, pizzarias etc. are still open, home delivery and/or takeaway only. I tried to order Food from a Supermarket online service, but the delivery time schedule is always completely booked out, which means the next two weeks from now. When the next day pops up it´s the same thing. So I still go to the supermarket once a week. There are two within 5 minutes walking distance, so I do not Need to leave my neighbourhood. There is a lot of solidarity, I saw private notices by People offering to buy buy and bringing food for elderly and quarantined people. I know several people in my Extended Family who have been infected by or had a brush with Covid-19, but they are all fine. We are not very close, but it is remarkable how perceptions of the epidemic have been shifing from something that´s far away or affecting a few people here and there to something that´s "hit home" and amongst your fellows.
Steven,I get it I didnt realise I had ptsd , anxiety Depression, or any of the other things till I was a
41 year old woman and I got suddenly sick.They sent me for a neuropschic evaluation and said I had severe ptsd due to childhood trama.I growing up thought it was normal for your father to make you get on the floor and hold a loaded gun to your moms head.I never understood why she stayed as long as she did.I guess maybe since she married at 15 might had something to do with it I dont know.She was born in 58 and my Dad was born in 47.He was alot older than she was.I survived it .I guess my childhood explains my fight or flight reaction when I feel backed into a corner I come out fighting I sure dont run.I learned throughout my childhood or the early years anyway to sleep light I was always ready to grab my brother at the time and hit the door in case my Dad totally lost it and tried to shoot us.We are all survivors of something .The one thing I still struggle with is my anger and they prescribe good drugs for that lol.
41 year old woman and I got suddenly sick.They sent me for a neuropschic evaluation and said I had severe ptsd due to childhood trama.I growing up thought it was normal for your father to make you get on the floor and hold a loaded gun to your moms head.I never understood why she stayed as long as she did.I guess maybe since she married at 15 might had something to do with it I dont know.She was born in 58 and my Dad was born in 47.He was alot older than she was.I survived it .I guess my childhood explains my fight or flight reaction when I feel backed into a corner I come out fighting I sure dont run.I learned throughout my childhood or the early years anyway to sleep light I was always ready to grab my brother at the time and hit the door in case my Dad totally lost it and tried to shoot us.We are all survivors of something .The one thing I still struggle with is my anger and they prescribe good drugs for that lol.