I didn’t really know what to write my blog about. I didn’t know until today. Me and my dad went out to go pick up sushi for dinner. In the car we put on gloves and a mask before getting out. We went into the restaurant and about 10 other people were inside. No one is wearing a mask or gloves. People weren’t staying 6 ft apart. I’ve been out a few times before, and every time like this one, we get people looking at us like we're crazy. It’s crazy how people look at us like we're insane for taking extra safety precautions. I don’t really care what other people think, but I just find it interesting how quick people are to judge. It’s also interesting how some people don’t seem to put much care into what we're experiencing right now. I’ll be at the store and people will walk right next to me. Like covid-19 is inexistent. For some people like that, it may not seem like a big deal. Some people will say “It’s unlikely we’ll get it” or “It doesn't really do much”. I get how it can seem that way, but you don’t really know until you can experience the pain of someone you love getting it, and the thought of them possibly dying. Those strangers that will walk by me with the slightest care in the world, don’t know the whole story. They don’t know what the impacts could be. For me covid-19 is especially scary. A few months ago my mom was diagnosed with breast cancer. This was one of the most terrifying things I've ever experienced. She got the cancer removed successfully, and now she is going through chemotherapy, and then after she will do radiation to ensure it won’t come back. A lot of people know this but when you're sick like that, your body gets super weak, and can’t handle a lot. So if my mom were to get it, she could very much possibly die. That’s why my whole family needs to be careful. My whole message on this blog includes two things. The first thing is to be careful while this whole virus is going on. Stay safe and think of others before doing things. We’re all gonna get through this. Another thing is that you truly don’t know what people are going through. Someone might seem so happy, but is sad inside. Someone might be a bit strange to you, but don’t make it obvious you feel that way. Think before you do something mean, judge, or say something about someone. How could that make the person feel? How is that spreading positivity? Think about others, before you do something. You could do something that might not seem like a big deal to you, but really something as simple as walking too close to me, could take someone's life.
Alexa K
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Brianna
5/13/2020 12:15:02 pm
That was a very impactful blog to read. I have also experienced this judgmental act by others and I’ve noticed the way some people are treating this whole pandemic like it’s not a big deal. People should always be careful for the safety of others and themselves. And I feel like this is something people should know especially since there have been a countless number of lives lost to this virus. So thank you for reminding us of the importance of taking this seriously and how much this whole virus could evidently have an impact on not only ourselves but especially on others. I wish the best for your mom and your family.
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Maya Sanghera
5/15/2020 11:10:52 am
Alexa, I admire how strong you are. Writing about a sensitive topic like this takes a lot of courage and I truly am sorry that you and your family are going through this right now. It makes me so angry to hear that people are taking this virus as a joke, when it is not. Like you stated, this virus could end lives, especially those at risk with other serve conditions, like your mother's. Thank you for reminding us that this is something that could all affect us and we need to recognize the importance of this virus not only for ourselves, but the community around us. I also want to wish you and your family the best of luck!
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Tyler Lenton
10/6/2020 02:20:33 pm
This is a very well written blog. I understand how scary covid is when you have someone in your family that is more at risk like my dad. You are a very strong person and I'm sorry to hear what's happening in your family. Thank you for writing this and getting it out there so that hopefully people will realise that covid can take lives in the matter of seconds and that we need to respect others by wearing masks and staying 2 metres apart from one another. Especially because they don't know who everyone is in contact with and who could potentially not be able to fight this virus. I'm sorry to hear what your going through and I wish the best for your mom and your family.
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Jerry Liang
10/6/2020 02:28:28 pm
Sending my best wishes to your family and your courage. The Covid is always ruthless to anyone and we need to stay cautious no matter where we are.
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