Illnesses, vaccines, end-results, and fears

As a child of the 1940's and a post WWII world where new discoveries were frequent and wonderful, I experienced a bit of both the pre-medical-wonders world and the prolific advances in medical science.

I had most, if not all of the childhood diseases - measles, mumps, chicken pox. We had frequent colds. And I had pneumonia five times before the age of 6 years. No antibiotics for help in getting well. Just one's own immunity and the tender loving care of family, nurses, and doctors.

I count it a blessing that I and my family escaped the polio epidemic that raged during my childhood. Others didn't, and their bodies were ravaged from that terrible illness.

Thankfully, the scientific and medical world was busy discovering many new aids for the fight against disease. So when my own children were in their early childhood, the Dr. Jonas Salk POLIO VACCINE became available.

When made available in our area of the United States, we stood in line and received ours's. Even our current "babe in arms" received it. We didn't hesitate. You see.....

We had seen and experienced the ravages of disease in our lives and the community. We were thankful for the privilege to have the opportunity to defeat the foe. 

Years later, the effort to eradicate one of the childhood diseases - SMALLPOX - became a reality as the result of world-wide vaccination against this disastrous virus.

So today, I speak as one who trusts our medical scientists, our doctors, and especially the doctors who treat me and my family. Today, in our time-line, there is a virulent virus rampant in the world killing and causing life-time bodily harm. Our defense is to be on the offensive. Our weapons* include being vaccinated against it.

So I am pro-vax. I and my husband are vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus.

*Other weapons include: masking, washing hands frequently, distancing oneself.

--©Vera Godley/Chat With Vera 8/10/2021

Masks even for the "fully vaccinated" continue to protect against COVID-19 [Giveaway & Review]

Much to our dismay, Covid-19 and it's variants is still with us. I'm doing my bit to promote vaccination against this virus.

Sure, I didn't jump on the vaccine bandwagon at first call, I waited. I had my reasons for delaying but finally realized that it was something I needed to do. Just as I needed the polio vaccination back when it first came out.

First, I got my two shots of Pfizer and hardly noticed any reaction. Then I scheduled my husband's. He's only had his first shot but the second is due very soon.

What about you? Can you say, "Vaccinated and proud of it!" Many are shedding their masks but some of us are still remaining cautious because of the delta variant. Stay safe. It’s not over yet. 

Current thinking is that the aggressive Delta variant of Covid-19 can be passed by vaccinated individuals who are asymptomatic. Wear a mask to be safe for others.

Top mask features Dr. Fauci
Bottom mask features "Fully Vaccinated"
3 layers, nose wires and adjustable ear loops

  

Reverse sides: Top Dr. Fauci is of white cloth
Bottom "Fully Vaccinated" is Black/White Checkered cloth

 

Made in USA | 100% Cotton
Fully Reversible | Nosewire
Nicely packaged

You can stay safe, keep others safe, and support a small USA business by purchasing these masks on etsy or Instagram. 

Go to @etsy or @shopgalny on Instagram. DM questions or go to link in bio..... or click https://www.instagram.com/shopgalny or..... Go online to Etsy.com for masks and other Made in Woodstock, NY, USA items.

GIVEAWAY

1 Face Mask

Begins July 9

Ends July 24 @ 12:01 a.m. EDT

Open to USA addresses only.a Rafflecopter giveaway

Disclosure: I received complimentary masks to facilitate a review. Opinions are mine and are freely given. Winner's prize is provided and shipped directly to the winner by D.Widger of @Shopgalny

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Special Tie-Dyed knit masks tackel the Covid-19 protection problem - get yours! [Review & Giveaway]

It's time we all got real and put an end to this Pandemic. Run COVID-19! We're masking up and taking charge!

What mask will you wear today?

Let's look at folks in unique, tie dyed, knit masks......

And then there is "Vera." 

These masks are made in New York City and are sold in stores across the USA. Don't you just love the "Made in USA" bit? They are tie dyed and a bit on the "hipster" side. But I think they're fun. They are soft. As comfortable as a mask can get, I'm thinking. Washable - so you can keep them clean after each outing or each gathering or at least every day. 

The seller is offering a giveaway or contest to encourage folks to wear masks. It's on Instagram. You can find her at @d.l.widger on Instagram. But find me first, and find my post with the giveaway. @veragodley

Then to enter: Go to Instagram and follow @d.l.widger and "like" her last 5 posts. That's an easy one to do.

Face Masks Made in NYC - Regular price $20
Wash with like colors. Hand or machine wash.

There will be 3 folks selected and they'll each win one (1) mask. 

TO ENTER: Please follow Instagram @d.l.widger and like the last 5 posts of d.l.widger. Giveaway ENDS Sept. 1. Open USA only. 

So let's get "masked up" folks. 

It's important! 

It can save lives! 

It can save a load of misery.

Product information: 100% cotton adult tie dye masks.  Each mask is unique. Lots of colors. Made in NYC, USA. 

To purchase: Direct Message d.l.widger via Instagram.

WINNERS: @sarahlenoirstory - @think_pink_365  - @janaleah64

DISCLOSURE: I received complimentary masks to facilitate a review. Prize is randomly selected by the vendor based on Instagram criterial of "follow" and "like" required for eligibility. Vendor is responsible to provide prizes and mail directly to the winner.

In these "novel" times, a bit of contemplation.... COVID-19 .... an "armchair chat"

Is the World in a mess? Is it in a dangerous place, space, time, and venue? Are you in this place, also, where you don't know what's next?

That is some of the anxious, muddled thinking, questioning, pondering that is taking place amongst us all and that is the fuel that is driving this mad, crazy, turmoil to contain this "novel" virus that has strode purposefully and with a vengeance upon the World Stage.

Coronavirus or Covid-19 has become a top priority issue. It causes fear. It causes disruption. It causes dismay. It causes mean-spirited behavior. It also is bringing out the "good" in man with care and concern for his brother and sister in the family of man. A sense of community can prevail over the hoarding, the grasping, the fear, the me-first behavior.

I am thankful for what our United States government and local governments are doing to derail this rapidly spreading virus. I will, purposely and intently, do my own part to derail it.

And to do this, I have been doing and will continue to do some of the following. And I am asking that my readers here on Chat With Vera will take this "chat" to heart and release your own fears and accept the challenge to stay strong and derail this virus by your own personal actions.

I will.....

1. Pray for those who can not quarantine themselves because they are serving our communities..... doctors, nurses, police, firemen, military.
2. Pray that the virus will naturally fade away relieving this World of its presence by simply dying out itself.
3. Pray for those who are already afflicted. Individually, communities, states, countries. The toll is heart breaking.
4. Pray that you yourself will remain cautious to viral contact and remain free of this illness.
5. Shop as noninvasively as possible. Grocers are terrific at shopping for you. Some will even deliver to you. Some will drop your order at your door and you have no personal contact. Avail yourself of this opportunity. It helps to halt the spread of this virus.
6. Shop as noninvasively as possible. Avail yourself of online ordering. Let your "fingers do the walking and talking" for you. Amazon, your grocer, your drugstore are terrific. And if you just must have a piece of clothing or a cosmetic, that, too can be ordered online. 
7. Shop responsibly - By this I mean acquire what you need for a week, two, three. Have faith that store stocks will be replenished and that you, too, can replenish your pantry. Be considerate.
8. Be thankful - Pray with thanksgiving for those who serve the communities as mentioned in #1. But also pray for your postal workers, Fed Ex, Amazon and other delivery services. Consider the vastly important work they are doing for you and the community.

Lastly, I admit that I am personally in that aged group that is in most danger if they acquire the Covid-19. I admit that it does create deep seated concern and fear in my own being and that of my family. My husband is frail, aged, and highly susceptible. So I am quite aware that this is not a virus or "flu" that is to be laughed at, shrugged off, or taken for granted. Cautious we must be. 

In my younger years I worked with the US Department of Health, Education, & Welfare (name of agency at the time). As personal secretary to the head of a research laboratory, I was flown to Atlanta, Georgia, to the CDC to spend a few days having a tour and understanding a bit of the work they and that my own agency did. I was so very impressed at the facility and the people. I was impressed with the dedication to their work. And at the research laboratory at which I worked, I was impressed with their research and it's worldwide impact. I was glad to be a small part of that. I feel confident that top quality individuals people the CDC and other fine agencies that are working to prevail over diseases  and also over COVID-19.

I challenge you to do your part to pray, be thankful, be diligent, be responsible.

--Vera Godley
Chat With Vera