I am not happy that so many Americans did not get vaccinated and thus led to the spread of the COVID-19 Delta variant. I'm also not happy with the many elite organizations and individuals who have been spreading disinformation about the virus and the vaccine. To me, these people and organizations have put their greedy, self-serving interests and actions ahead of the common good thus creating lots of struggle for all of us. What we were hoping would be a somewhat normal fall for our children, college students, and families is now going to be a fall with more limitations and virus thread thanks to these self-serving, greedy folk. This is so discouraging. What will I do about it?
First, I will be mindful of the anti-vaxers in my midst and do what I can to stay safe from the viral spread. I am vaccinated and I will mask up in situations where I believe there is threat of viral spread. I'll also avoid spending time with anti-vaxers. The challenge here is that many anti-vaxers don't announce the fact that they have not been vaccinated and do not follow the anti-vaxer protocols. With this in mind, I know that it's possible that I will contract the illness. In light of that, I'll also ask my doctor if she thinks I should get in line for a booster to be even more safe from COVID-19.
Next, I'll continue to plan most social events outdoors as there is little or less threat of spread outdoors. I'll also steer clear of jobs and places where there's little guarantee that I'll be safe.
I am not happy with Americans who selfishly resist the vaccine for no good reason--they are putting us all at risk. I am hoping for better days ahead--days that find us distanced from the threat of the viral spread. Onward.