Symptoms
Symptoms, I don’t have any; if you don’t count paranoia. Or betrayal, abandonment, regret, bitterness, avoidance, anxiety, and nightmares.
For the last three plus years we have watched president bonespurs disassemble our country. The least he could do is come down with Covid19 and go out with a bang; you know, have the decency to die. That would be hard to do since I’m sure there is not a decent bone in his body.
I hope that all my friends and family are safe, symptom free and can get proper medical care if they need it. Alaska is way behind the rest of the country, but that could be because we aren’t testing anyone. I’m sure we are testing some, I only know one friend that has been tested. Negative so far, she is still recovering from a nasty pneumonia.
I keep telling myself that if I get it, my body will be strong enough to survive it. What could possibly go wrong with that plan? I just wanted to let you all know that this place is probably the best place I could be in right now. I wish I could feel as good about all of you down there on the front lines.
Stay well and in touch. If you do decide to come here for the apocalypse, at least the weather is perfect.
So far I've reached acceptable proficiency at the following, in chronological order: Silversmith, infantryman/door gunner, helicopter pilot, fireman, carpenter, residential contractor, FAA Air Traffic Control Specialist and crotchety old retired guy. Currently, I'm learning to fly again and that is what this is all about. 7/7/2020 edit: As I have had the opportunity to reflect (old people do that a lot) on my actual proficiency level at the above occupations, I feel adjustments are in order. The term "acceptable" depends on the observer, their own proficiency and experience level. Acceptable to me might be woefully deficient to the master. I think it would be more accurate to claim that I have earned a living wage at all of these occupations but never got rich. Actually, I feel that I have gotten rich at the last one. I have what I need and am profoundly grateful for all of it. The future looks bright indeed, as I have learned to fly again. For that I have all of you to thank. Thank You!
Hi Troy,
Thanks for your note.
So far, we are just fine. The rain has stopped, so we can take nice walks. The people we meet are cheerful and are abiding the six foot distance. Rita goes to the store, and does Tom’s laundry. I haven’t been out much because, not only am I old, my immune system is compromised.
The gym is closed, and I’ve gained a few pounds. Tom (our older son) seems to be doing well. Dan is a family therapist, and is doing his sessions on Zoom. Pearl is getting her school assignments on her computer. The teachers really give the homework. She practically spends all day on her assignments.
I hope your children and grand children are safe.
Good to hear from you, dear friend.
Steve