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[Bucket1]

9 minutes ago, Albert1434 said:

People just don't get it so the plague will never end 😭

We have been well behaved on this side of the country. Although there was a car rally that saw 50 people get fined  

its only 9:30 so the temp isn’t too bad. The shops are open so folks might go there instead

[Albert1434]

Well its not just there its here to sad things like the nursing homes and I am tried of peeps saying that it is so small a number but they seem to forget that each number was a person and they died!

Edited April 11, 2020 by Albert1434

[Albert1434]

check this orchid its call the flying duck

[Bucket1]

We have had total isolation of our aged care facilities but some have had tragic incidents.

This virus will not kill off humanity, we will survive... but it is killing off human beings who are isolated and alone, no hugs, no holding hands, no kiss on the cheek. And then the families and friends can’t say goodbye when they are gone. And that’s downright sad and a tragedy

[Bucket1]

1 minute ago, Albert1434 said:

check this orchid its call the flying duck

Orchids have such cool shapes

[Albert1434]

Look closely this orchid is the Devil orchid

[Albert1434]

We have had total isolation of our aged care facilities but some have had tragic incidents.

This virus will not kill off humanity, we will survive... but it is killing off human beings who are isolated and alone, no hugs, no holding hands, no kiss on the cheek. And then the families and friends can’t say goodbye when they are gone. And that’s downright sad and a tragedy

And I for one feel all those peeps deaths no matter where it happens

[Albert1434]

This orchid is call the angel orchid

[Albert1434]

Check this one out. This one is called the swan 

Edited April 11, 2020 by Albert1434

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5 hours ago, Bucket1 said:

I got a nephew for Christmas one year

That's a pretty great gift to receive.   

[Page Scrawler]

5 hours ago, Albert1434 said:

Look closely this orchid is the Devil orchid

Also known as the "Drewcifer" Orchid.   

[Bucket1]

OMG it was hot today... 39.5C 101.3F... hottest April day ever recorded

[Marty]

9 hours ago, Bucket1 said:

I got a nephew for Christmas one year

I hope you know a nephew is for life, and not just for Christmas...  

[Marty]

10 hours ago, Bucket1 said:

Toasty, it’s going to be 37C today.

I expect there may be a few fines issued at the beach today 

 

10 hours ago, Albert1434 said:

People just don't get it so the plague will never end 😭

Some people maybe don't get it, but it will eventually end. There will probably be more deaths than otherwise because of a few people acting stupidly. And the restrictions may also stay in place a bit longer for the same reason. But a vaccine or a drug to treat the symptoms (or both) will eventually be found. It may take six months, or a year, or possibly 18 months, but the "plague" will eventually come to an end. 

Nil desperandum, my friend. Do not despair. Never despair.

This too shall pass.

Edited April 11, 2020 by Marty

[Marty]

10 hours ago, Albert1434 said:

Well its not just there its here to sad things like the nursing homes and I am tried of peeps saying that it is so small a number but they seem to forget that each number was a person and they died!

I know exactly what you mean, Albert. Every death is totally sad. And it is sad that anyone's death should just be classed a merely part of some statistic.

I'm reminded of John Donne's "No Man Is An Island":

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No man is an island,
Entire of itself.
Each is a piece of the continent,
A part of the main.
If a clod be washed away by the sea,
Europe is the less.
As well as if a promontory were.
As well as if a manor of thine own
Or of thine friend's were.
Each man's death diminishes me,
For I am involved in mankind.
Therefore, send not to know
For whom the bell tolls,
It tolls for thee.

John Donne, 1624
 

 

Edited April 11, 2020 by Marty

[Valkyrie]

20 minutes ago, Marty said:

I know exactly what you mean, Albert. Every death is totally sad. And it is sad that anyone's death should just be classed a merely part of some statistic.

I'm reminded of John Donne's "No Man Is An Island":

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No man is an island,
Entire of itself.
Each is a piece of the continent,
A part of the main.
If a clod be washed away by the sea,
Europe is the less.
As well as if a promontory were.
As well as if a manor of thine own
Or of thine friend's were.
Each man's death diminishes me,
For I am involved in mankind.
Therefore, send not to know
For whom the bell tolls,
It tolls for thee.

John Donne, 1624
 

 

Hospitals here are flying their flags at half staff in honor of the people who have died from the virus.    

[Albert1434]

Aloha All 

[Albert1434]

Great Poem Marty thanks for sharing

[Marty]

Hi, Albert.

Can't stay long. Almost too beautiful a day to stay inside.

[Albert1434]

Oh and I should say Aloha Marty

[Albert1434]

Aloha Val

[Albert1434]

Aloha Page

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1 hour ago, Albert1434 said:

Aloha All 

Hi, Albert!   My daughter brought me groceries this morning and we had a talk. I feel better than I have for days. Groceries are all wiped down and put away.   

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Good morning/evening, all!

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Let’s keep those masks and gloves out of the ocean!

The global outbreak of the novel coronavirus has required people from all walks of life to begin using personal protective equipment or PPE in their everyday lives.

Unfortunately, as we’re sure you’ve seen across your social media platforms and in your own commute to the grocery store, people are abandoning their used gloves and masks by disposing of them on the ground right outside of their cars or destinations.

This is problematic for a couple reasons. One, PPE is most effective if worn at all times, right to your door. Two, this litter is lightweight and could easily be blown by the wind into nearby waterways or picked up by animals and marine life, harming the environment.

Some responsible ways to dispose of these products Donate them — If you have an abundance of unused gloves or masks, consider donating your extras to medical professionals so they are properly protected on the front lines. Recycle them — Certain markets will accept latex gloves in their recycling as long as they are disinfected and sanitized. Check with your local WMS. Collection Bins — There are some companies out there (i.e. TerraCycle) who offer collection bins online. Order a bin, fill it, and ship it back to them for proper recycling. Waste Receptacle — There is almost always a proper waste receptacle within walking distance. Place those gloves and masks directly into these for transport to landfill.

[Albert1434]

Aloha Gary