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Post by *Shannon on Jul 4, 2020 4:32:30 GMT
My apologies, then. Wasn't intending to be a bitch. You asked how the kids would eat snacks. I answered.
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Post by dewryce on Jul 4, 2020 5:36:48 GMT
Glad you came to a conclusion. And just so you know, my kids have been to school, are registered in day camp, we’ve eaten on a restaurant patio and have been on vacation in a hotel in our province, we have few active cases, and i still wouldn’t allow my kids to a party that will be inside, or partially inside. In my previous post when I said I’d let me dd go in this situation I thought the party was going to be outside only. Thank you, paigepea - At first, I thought it was outside only also. Finding out that it wasn't made the decision easy.I agree, as this is how most people are infected. Enclosed spaces and people without masks not keeping their distance. Do y’all have a decent outside space and maybe a grill where he could invite a small trusted group over?
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Post by *Shannon on Jul 4, 2020 5:44:10 GMT
Thank you, paigepea - At first, I thought it was outside only also. Finding out that it wasn't made the decision easy. I'm so sorry you are having to make this decision. It is so hard. My dd is a senior this year and has had to say no to quite a few events. While she would have no problem social distancing and wearing a mask, it's just not going to happen with most of the kids. She sees it day after day on her Instagram when groups get together. I think the hardest one to say no to was her best friend that she has had since Kindergarten. This friend is leaving the state for college so it will be a while before she is able to see her again. With that said, I hold no judgement for those that are letting their kids get together with others. It makes me cringe and I am deeply worried about our hospital system but I'm not going to judge. This situation is too hard for everyone. I'm sorry that your daughter is having to miss out on things her senior year. It's tough for all kids, but I really feel for the seniors. My son would be torn. He understands my concerns and wants to do as I ask, but he also feels peer pressure pretty heavily. I think he'd ultimately do as I asked, but might prefer to just not deal with having to make the decision. The visit went well. Everyone was outside when we stopped by and he stayed to chat for a bit - masked and distanced.
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Post by *Shannon on Jul 4, 2020 5:50:07 GMT
Thank you, paigepea - At first, I thought it was outside only also. Finding out that it wasn't made the decision easy.I agree, as this is how most people are infected. Enclosed spaces and people without masks not keeping their distance. Do y’all have a decent outside space and maybe a grill where he could invite a small trusted group over? We do have a big backyard where a few friends could hang out, but it's not ready for visitors. I need to do something about that. Thanks for your reply, dewryce.
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Post by lovestocreate on Jul 4, 2020 8:51:07 GMT
Yes. I had eight 13 year olds over for a sleepover last week and it went well.
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Post by Dallie on Jul 4, 2020 10:33:57 GMT
Thank you, paigepea - At first, I thought it was outside only also. Finding out that it wasn't made the decision easy.I agree, as this is how most people are infected. Enclosed spaces and people without masks not keeping their distance. Do y’all have a decent outside space and maybe a grill where he could invite a small trusted group over? One of my daughter's friends has an entire infected family after she sent her two kids to an outdoor day camp for five days. No sharing of food, hand washing all the time and they had their temps checked daily and friend thought that was good enough, not realizing the whole asymptomatic issue. Counselor was diagnosed right after camp was over. Now all counselors, all attendees and all staff and most of their families have tested positive. So being outdoors did not prevent infection.
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Post by dewryce on Jul 4, 2020 14:03:57 GMT
I agree, as this is how most people are infected. Enclosed spaces and people without masks not keeping their distance. Do y’all have a decent outside space and maybe a grill where he could invite a small trusted group over? One of my daughter's friends has an entire infected family after she sent her two kids to an outdoor day camp for five days. No sharing of food, hand washing all the time and they had their temps checked daily and friend thought that was good enough, not realizing the whole asymptomatic issue. Counselor was diagnosed right after camp was over. Now all counselors, all attendees and all staff and most of their families have tested positive. So being outdoors did not prevent infection. Well sure, of course it’s possible But not nearly as likely so it seems to be a good compromise in this situation and helps address the mental health aspect. Also, I think it’s a lot easier to ensure teens in a very small group (in your own yard) keep a good distance and wear masks when not eating, than it is to do the same for a large group of children in camp. The social distancing aspect is still very important outside. And people need to remember that 6 feet is the minimum recommended distance.
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