People are talking about COVID 19 everywhere you look, particularly when the lockdown keeps getting extended. We’re feeling punished, even though we’re doing the right thing and following the order to stay home. It feels we’re back at school and the whole class is being kept in at lunchtime because of one or two misbehaving children.
But armed with some information about the way this strain is being spread, it makes sense as to why we need to imagine that everyone around us could be passing it on. I’m a visual person, so this graphic speaks to me. I wonder if it speaks to you too.
And masks……I wonder if everyone is being this vigilant about how they’re wearing their mask?
Have you used a disposable mask more than once? Be honest.
How often do you see someone with the mask under their nose?
I’m sure if I had to wear one all day at work, I’d probably be touching it and readjusting it too.
Seems pretty basic, doesn’t it. But lazy habits and rushing can sometimes mean this isn’t always done as thoroughly as it should be.
Be mindful when you’re washing your hands and imagine that you’ve just touched something that’s infected.
We should be getting used to this now. Always having your phone on you and checking in.
I find checking out the bit that’s hard to remember. “I left Coles over an hour a go! What?”
I’ve found it interesting to see how quickly I can get my groceries done. Time yourself. How fast can you be in and out of somewhere? Make it your personal sport!
Last week, recycling my cans and bottles only took 3 minutes! It makes me wonder why I procrastinated about doing it.
‘KNOWLEDGE IS POWER’ by Francis Bacon
Again, with all the ‘information’ going around about vaccinations, I like to get my information from the horses mouth, so to speak. The debate about which vaccine to get is put into statistics here, so whichever one you get, the odds are good. So look after yourself, look after your family and look after our community, and get the jab!
I want to thank NSW Health for all of these visuals.
On behalf of the Women’s Shed, I want to thank all the health professionals who are working tirelessly and doing their best to keep us all safe.
I also want to thank each and every one of you who are following the health orders so that we can get back to getting out and about again.
Stay safe.
Women's Shed Branxton 