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6 Months from now.

posted 3 years ago by 102000 (6136)
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What do you think your life will be like by the end of June where you live?

My husband and I expect to be vaccinated by March or early April at the latest,(possibly much earlier but it depends on how quickly the vaccine is available), allowing us to go to a movie, eat out,(including inside dining), spend time with our family and grandkids.

We don't know what kind of travel options will be available - we are avid cruisers, but we're not sure when that segment of the travel industry will be up and running, so vacations my be land based travel within the US.

My crystal ball says - we expect life to be around 80% back to normal for us by summer.

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[–] chilone (17310) 3 years ago

I've never been on a cruise and I don't get the attraction, honestly. To me, it's a party you can't leave. I know they have stops but I would hate to be trapped in one place when vacationing. I love to get out and my lodgings are generally only used for sleeping and showering.

[–] Artisan (3464) 3 years ago

I've been on 2 cruises the first one I enjoyed although at times it does feel like a floating prison. The second one was a drag, the entertainment wasn't as good as the first cruise and the food was average.

The shore stops make you wish they lasted longer too.

[–] Kowalski (60190) 3 years ago

AS IVE GOTTEN OLDER,A HORRIBLE CASE OF CLAUSTROPHOBIA AND A HEALTHY UNEASE/PHOBIA OF CROWDS...YOU WOULD HAVE TO DRUG ME LIKE B.A. ON THE A-TEAM JUST TO GET ME ON THAT DAMN BOAT AND THEN WHEN I WOKE UP I WOULD LOSE MY FREAKING MIND...POSSIBLEY KILL SOME PEOPLE,JUMP OVERBOARD...GOD ONLY KNOWS.

[–] AndyKing1967 (34327) 3 years ago

I hope you’re right about the 80% part 👍

[–] Mrmojo4700 (20536) 3 years ago

Ditto!! 👍

[–] ShogunofYonkers (72391) 3 years ago

I think things will be mostly normal as you say
My wife and I will probably be required to take a vaccine because of our jobs, which we are fine with

[–] Kowalski (60190) 3 years ago

PORNSTARS😎

[–] ShogunofYonkers (72391) 3 years ago

lol... nothing that exciting I'm afraid

[–] sslssg (28412) 3 years ago

It's a shame that we are going back to "normal". This was a chance to change things, and but we're so consumed at getting back to where we were that we aren't thinking about where we could be going.

[–] Who (5146) 3 years ago

Yes, I am hoping things will not go back to being as frenzied as before. I appreciate the slower pace of life during covid. Before covid, people were running in every direction, overscheduling, crowding every venue, traffic jams everywhere. Families staying home, cooking meals, watching movies together is nice. I want businesses to thrive and all, but hope there will be more balance.

[–] 102000 (6136) 3 years ago

Well that's just dandy if your family is in the same household and can stay home together, but there are many of us who haven't been able to spend time with our adult children and grandkids.

I'm tired of cooking and watching movies with just my husband, so yes I want it back the way it was.

[–] sslssg (28412) 3 years ago

At least you have your husband. It really sucks being alone 75% of the time as my partner works in a different province than we live in and with quarantining I rarely get to see him. I I get it. I'm miserable. My entire industry has gone to shit. I would love to be able to visit people and be social again. That I'm looking forward to very much.

It's a shame that through all this people didn't learn to respect one another. This is not directed to you. Or anyone in particular, just over all. People are still selfish and treat each other like crap. That's one thing that isn't changing.

[–] Who (5146) 3 years ago

I haven’t seen my mom indoors or siblings and extended family either. My adult children had to test and quarantine before coming home. But before covid they were often off with friends, travel, etc around the holidays so at least this year they made a plan to come home.

Don’t get me wrong, I want covid gone, but I hope people will appreciate the simple life a little more while getting back to everything else.

[–] Matildawormwood (1545) 3 years ago

I think by fall 2021 (not summer) we may have some type of normalcy. Meaning it'll be safe to be with friends, family, travel, go out, go back to work, etc.

I personally do NOT like this "new normal" one bit and people are only adapting because they HAVE to. I miss doing the things I truly love and enjoy. The moment "life after Covid" rolls around, people will continue to drift back into their old habits and routines. This unfortunetly won't "change" anyone for the better. That's how's it's always been and why history always repeats itself.

-Stuff that may change:
- people will be more careful with higene and sanitize/wash their hands properly.
- Paper plates and plastic silverware may become the new-norm for restaurants. (fine by me).
-Outdoor dining will be more popular and preferable.
-Sheilds between cashiers and costumers at stores might stay.
- Prove of vaccination required for jobs, school enrollment, traveling, and public events (concerts, sports, festivals, etc).

[–] 102000 (6136) 3 years ago

Change things - how? Where could we be going?

[–] sslssg (28412) 3 years ago

I don't have all the answers, but life before covid wasn't really a picnic for a lot of people, or the environment.

[–] 102000 (6136) 3 years ago

People have short memories and if and when Covid is behind us I don't think it will make most people stop to smell the roses any more frequently than they did pre covid. Maybe for a while we will appreciate the little things more, but long term I don't think it will make a difference - especially for people under 30.

[–] Matildawormwood (1545) 3 years ago

People are adapting and accepting this "new-normal" for one reason only:
They have to!!!

At this point, everyone is dying for life to go back to where it was (me included). I highly doubt people will be so eager and willing to continue social distancing, avoiding crowds, and giving up things they love.

Traveling, concerts, movies theatre, family gatherings, and beach with friends are things I will always love and can't imagine giving up permanently. Sorry but NO!!

When you break your leg, you don't wear a cast and use crutches forever. You do it for as long as you need to until you recover. Afterwards, you continue with your life! Period lol.

[–] tcrum (29907) 3 years ago

Agreed. Sad but nicely said.

[–] [deleted] 3 years ago

i don't like this new normal.

[–] sslssg (28412) 3 years ago

I don't think anyone does, and it's a blip in history, not a norm.

[–] BullSchmidt (3189) 3 years ago

I'm expecting to get the vaccine in June. That's based on some early estimates plus some intentional pessimism. I'd rather be pleasantly surprised by getting the shot earlier than expected than be disappointed by putting my expectations too early.

Problem is, I'm in the middle group. Without going into details, I've got some medical issues that put me at risk but aren't serious enough to move me up in the queue. So I've been isolating from larger society since last March. And I'm not going to trust the vaccine until there's more data in about its effectiveness rate in actual practice. Hopefully that accumulated clinical experience will be there by the time I get my shot(s).

So ... maybe by next June I can stop doing my own haircuts. But I'm still going to be careful for a while. I went out and did a couple of errands today and drove past not one but two funeral processions. Eww. Not gonna be me. Being dead just sucks ass.

[–] [deleted] 3 years ago

I am hopeful that the July 1st Canada Day barbecue will go ahead next year.

[–] GlenEllyn (21138) 3 years ago

That would be great, wouldn't it?

I hope that I can get the vaccine by early May so that I can finally meet my twin grandsons for their first birthday. I'm not counting on it, but I'm hopeful. According to my state's guidelines, I think I'm in the 3rd group, after healthcare workers, nursing homes/over 75s/vulnerable people, and then over 65s. 🤞

[–] howgamer (3659) 3 years ago

Skynet may have taken over by then and we will be in the beginning stages of the war against the machines.

[–] 102000 (6136) 3 years ago

LOL!