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Post by TheOtherMe on Mar 27, 2020 18:38:13 GMT -5
I'm surprised they allow in person appointments. Our tax preparer will not allow you to come in. If you must to sign they put in a secure drop box, you sign it and put it back in the box. So am I. But it's H & R Block and if they don't make their money now, they don't make money. BIL isn't in charge of what Block does but I would quit over it if it was me. His son most likely has COVID-19 and it's the last thing they need going through the entire family. My nephew who lives in Des Moines is coming here this weekend. I do not understand my family. |
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Post by nikiz628 on Mar 27, 2020 23:19:33 GMT -5
TheOtherMe- I am sorry to read about your nephew. It's so frustrating that they aren't testing people! I read that for every confirmed case, add at least 3 to that number (because 2 others have it and aren't being tested). That means we should basically triple the number of confirmed cases in the US right now. Add me to team "what the POTUS is saying about Easter being so dangerous." SO SO SO dangerous. We just had our first confirmed case in our county today. First death from COVID in the next county (where the majority of my town's residents work and shop, etc). It's just starting to flare up here, there is NO WAY it will be safe for anyone in 2 weeks. I wish they would mandate a 14 day lockdown already. Indiana is supposed to be "hunkering down" but most people are still out and about like nothing is wrong. 
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Post by TheOtherMe on Mar 28, 2020 7:45:22 GMT -5
Looked on Block website this morning. Options to do drop-offs and drop-offs with consultation. Yes, I could have made an appointment with my BIL.
My sister and her family does not understand social distancing. I sent off an email to the Governor this morning with what sister's family is doing and it's the perfect example of why we need a stay in place order.
Nephew visited his parents house a day before he had symptoms. Probably exposed her. She should be in self isolation for 14 days. She's been out shopping per her own words. Nephew is coming home for the weekend. Why? Potential exposure if sister is sick.
Now my dilemma. I don't know if she's told my oldest nephew (the one who has a baby due any day) about his brother's probable COVID-19. She has been exposed. She absolutely should not be going to care for that baby until she has been in isolation for 14 days.
I told her to read how some people are caring for sick family members. She said she's a mother and she will go take care of him if he needs her. Fine, but there are precautions that should be taken. This is not the flu.
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Post by TheOtherMe on Mar 28, 2020 7:46:25 GMT -5
Colorado governor says the average number of people confirmed cases have infected is 3-4. My stupid family is going to do just that.
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Post by CCL on Mar 28, 2020 8:33:39 GMT -5
I would be sure the soon-to-be new parents know about the exposures in the family. No way I would want a newborn around any of them!
I wouldn't expose a pregnant lady either.
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Post by azucena on Mar 28, 2020 9:34:35 GMT -5
Taxpro, oped, and others - you are not alone at witnessing the stupidity happening right now. You are also not alone in following the rules. My family and others are completely hunkered down.
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Post by Artemis Windsong on Mar 28, 2020 10:14:08 GMT -5
Flummoxed. Why are the viral monster cruise ships still sailing the the face of coronavirus? What about those super people who are "immune" to anything that get on them? covidiocy. My neighbor keeps hosting dinner parties with one other couple.
Do you want to go play tennis at the community courts that are open? What about aerosolized from a flying ball do you not understand?
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Post by TheOtherMe on Mar 28, 2020 10:24:56 GMT -5
I would be sure the soon-to-be new parents know about the exposures in the family. No way I would want a newborn around any of them! I wouldn't expose a pregnant lady either. I needed this validation. I'm going to call nephew. |
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Post by NomoreDramaQ1015 on Mar 28, 2020 11:41:31 GMT -5
Not doing so well today snapped at DH quite a bit. He's getting cabin fever which is likely to get worse as he is now working from home for the near future. I sent him out to get some onion rings from Arby's. Yes I know we should hunker down but it's minimal risk and he can drive around to blow off some steam without us. I did some more sun catchers with the kids. I've been hanging them in the picture window. Makes me happy and I hope maybe makes some people who drive by smile. Hung up a painting Abby did, it's terrible but I am calling it "apocalyptic modern art".  I put her name on the back and the date then hung it up in the bedroom. She was so thrilled. Baking chocolate chip cookies. Found out Gwen is also not a baker. Working on my next tattoo design. Two actually. I told DH that if I have been using tattoos as a stress relief (I have) don't be shocked if after this I turn into the painted lady. I plan on tipping more than normal too because I know the artists will need it. Thinking about buying a gift certificate to one of our favorite resturants in Estes. We may not get out there this year but can use it the next. DH asked what if they close? I said to be honest I don't care. We and my parents have been going there for years, the owners are almost like family to us. So even if I don't get to eat there I know the money helps them. I want to pay it forward after the support customers have shown us here at home. Trying to spread good in an endless parade of stupid and selfishness is helping to an extent. I don't need to descend to the level some people are. I am going to rise above it. I go back to work full time on Monday. Somewhat relieved because that will give me a routine to cling to. They are FINALLY starting to realize that we may not be able to just plug along as normal we need a plan in place now. That is better than nothing. We will likely be open till the bitter end but hey at least the office people are safe now because they can work from home. One of my coworkers said does that mean if we all go down do they have to come in and do our job? I said I think that would be a totally fair trade and maybe they'd be nicer to us after they get a taste of their own medicine. |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 28, 2020 13:50:11 GMT -5
Although I wasn't really thrilled with having to go work on the production floor the past couple days, it's lifted my spirits some. Getting out of the house and some time way from the kids was nice, but the best part was working with all these folks that have just been working their asses off the past couple months. They've been on mandatory overtime for quite a while and quite a few are working 10-12 hours a day, 7 days a week. They have no internet access on the floor and aren't supposed to have cell phones out there either so they're not sitting around reading every news article out there. There's all kinds of social distancing rules in place on the floor now, and there are a few that obviously are more nervous than others (the ones wearing masks and gloves and carrying bottles of cleaner with them) but for the most part, they're trucking along trying to meet a massive quarter end goal, and the topics of discussion aren't focused on Covid 19. It was a great big welcome dose of NORMAL. We're under a government order for some of our products now, but they've always got some customer putting the heat on that everyone is going nuts over, so even that seems normal.
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Post by NastyWoman on Mar 28, 2020 14:21:20 GMT -5
Dodged a bullet. DS1 was coughing rather badly and his fiancee insisted he get tested for covid; the results came back negative, but it would not be Singapore if he would not have a mandatory self quaratine for 5 days. I believe he will be retested before being allowed out again.
They do random phone checks multiple times every day to make sure you stay put.
Good thing he stocked up on food. I have been wondering what will happen if they close down the restaurants and hawker centers as hardly anyone there knows how to cook (DS does know)
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Post by TheOtherMe on Mar 28, 2020 15:49:05 GMT -5
I would be sure the soon-to-be new parents know about the exposures in the family. No way I would want a newborn around any of them! I wouldn't expose a pregnant lady either. I needed this validation. I'm going to call nephew. Talked to nephew. Due date is TOMORROW. He is not happy with his mother, to put it mildly. He had talked to her yesterday and all he was told was his brother was sick and that she was totally self isolating. No mention that he is presumed to have COVID-19. We talked about his other brother coming to visit mom and dad this weekend. Nephew thought that was also irresponsible. He was going to call his mom and ask her some pointed questions but I don't think she will be going over to help with her new grandson. I told him that I felt like they had to know about his brother and that his brother was at his mom's house 2 days before he had symptoms so was probably exposing. He is also concerned that dad is working at H & R Block every day. I did tell him his sanitizing is probably the best of any of us because he is always so concerned about keeping diseases out of his hog confinement buildings. But you can make appointments on the Block website. Nephew was very angry that his mom was keeping so much from him. They don't want to take a chance with the newborn or new mom getting this. They have requested to be released from the hospital ASAP after the birth, assuming no complications. I'm just so sorry that I probably won't get to see my new great nephew before they leave for Toronto. He assured me that he won't tell her I called but I don't care if he does. She treats me like crap anyway, so it can't be any worse. |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 28, 2020 15:54:24 GMT -5
I needed this validation. I'm going to call nephew. Talked to nephew. Due date is TOMORROW. He is not happy with his mother, to put it mildly. He had talked to her yesterday and all he was told was his brother was sick and that she was totally self isolating. No mention that he is presumed to have COVID-19. We talked about his other brother coming to visit mom and dad this weekend. Nephew thought that was also irresponsible. He was going to call his mom and ask her some pointed questions but I don't think she will be going over to help with her new grandson. I told him that I felt like they had to know about his brother and that his brother was at his mom's house 2 days before he had symptoms so was probably exposing. He is also concerned that dad is working at H & R Block every day. I did tell him his sanitizing is probably the best of any of us because he is always so concerned about keeping diseases out of his hog confinement buildings. But you can make appointments on the Block website. Nephew was very angry that his mom was keeping so much from him. They don't want to take a chance with the newborn or new mom getting this. They have requested to be released from the hospital ASAP after the birth, assuming no complications. I'm just so sorry that I probably won't get to see my new great nephew before they leave for Toronto. He assured me that he won't tell her I called but I don't care if he does. She treats me like crap anyway, so it can't be any worse. I believe you did the right thing. |
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Post by finnime on Mar 28, 2020 16:06:43 GMT -5
Good you called, TheOtherMe, for your peace of mind and because your nephew needed the information. |
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Post by TheOtherMe on Mar 28, 2020 16:07:13 GMT -5
I know I did the right thing for the health of a newborn.
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Post by oped on Mar 28, 2020 16:22:53 GMT -5
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Post by NastyWoman on Mar 28, 2020 16:31:50 GMT -5
I know I did the right thing for the health of a newborn. If your nephew has Zoom he can introduce his son to his wonderful great aunt that way. And once this whole thing is safely in the rearview mirror you go visit them, wherever they are. The little guy deserves to meet his loving great aunt  |
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Post by buystoys on Mar 28, 2020 17:50:25 GMT -5
I'm getting anxious for my mom. Her lung collapsed again. She had a bronchoscopy yesterday and they took specimens for testing. She's on O2 all the time now. They're trying to keep her at home rather than at the hospital. We're just waiting to find out if it's an infection, pneumonia, or more cancer.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 28, 2020 17:56:49 GMT -5
I'm getting anxious for my mom. Her lung collapsed again. She had a bronchoscopy yesterday and they took specimens for testing. She's on O2 all the time now. They're trying to keep her at home rather than at the hospital. We're just waiting to find out if it's an infection, pneumonia, or more cancer.
Oh no! That has to be frightening for her, and you. Whatever would be the best news under the circumstances, I hope that’s what you all get. I said a prayer for your Mom, and for you too. |
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Post by buystoys on Mar 28, 2020 18:41:02 GMT -5
I'm getting anxious for my mom. Her lung collapsed again. She had a bronchoscopy yesterday and they took specimens for testing. She's on O2 all the time now. They're trying to keep her at home rather than at the hospital. We're just waiting to find out if it's an infection, pneumonia, or more cancer.
Oh no! That has to be frightening for her, and you. Whatever would be the best news under the circumstances, I hope that’s what you all get. I said a prayer for your Mom, and for you too. Thank you! |
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Post by TheOtherMe on Mar 28, 2020 19:07:02 GMT -5
I know I did the right thing for the health of a newborn. If your nephew has Zoom he can introduce his son to his wonderful great aunt that way. And once this whole thing is safely in the rearview mirror you go visit them, wherever they are. The ?ittle guy deserves to meet his loving great aunt We will figure out a way for an introduction so I can see this little boy as soon as he makes his arrival. Nephew's wife sent me a very loving text message thanking me for letting them know. If my sister doesn't blame me, she will blame his wife and that isn't right either. I'd rather she be mad at me. Yes, when things calm down, I will have to get my passport and get myself to Toronto. |
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Post by TheOtherMe on Mar 28, 2020 19:07:24 GMT -5
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Post by Gardening Grandma on Mar 28, 2020 19:28:11 GMT -5
I'm getting anxious for my mom. Her lung collapsed again. She had a bronchoscopy yesterday and they took specimens for testing. She's on O2 all the time now. They're trying to keep her at home rather than at the hospital. We're just waiting to find out if it's an infection, pneumonia, or more cancer.
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Post by Gardening Grandma on Mar 28, 2020 19:29:05 GMT -5
An infant died in Illinois today  |
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Post by Happy prose on Mar 28, 2020 19:38:35 GMT -5
My anxiety level is through the roof some days. NJ now has over 11,000 cases, the most being in my county. We have 140 deaths, 32 of those last night. It's impossible to ignore, or not be anxious. I haven't been in work since 3/13, but my husband still has to go in. Our only outings are a walk around the block when it's nice enough out.
NJ has pop up testing centers, but you have to have the symptoms. It opens at 8 AM, but so far everyday they have to close the line around 7 AM. I think they are able to test 350 people a day. They must start lining up at 4:00! Thankfully, we are both healthy so far.
I'm not sleeping so great either. I tried taking melatonin, but it didn't do anything.
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Post by Happy prose on Mar 28, 2020 19:39:22 GMT -5
I'm getting anxious for my mom. Her lung collapsed again. She had a bronchoscopy yesterday and they took specimens for testing. She's on O2 all the time now. They're trying to keep her at home rather than at the hospital. We're just waiting to find out if it's an infection, pneumonia, or more cancer.
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Post by CCL on Mar 28, 2020 19:48:37 GMT -5
I know I did the right thing for the health of a newborn. Yes, you did the right thing. Mom and dad need be aware of risks to their baby. |
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Post by CCL on Mar 28, 2020 19:49:35 GMT -5
I'm getting anxious for my mom. Her lung collapsed again. She had a bronchoscopy yesterday and they took specimens for testing. She's on O2 all the time now. They're trying to keep her at home rather than at the hospital. We're just waiting to find out if it's an infection, pneumonia, or more cancer.
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Post by NomoreDramaQ1015 on Mar 28, 2020 19:56:10 GMT -5
I need to take an actual sleeping pill tonight. I'm dead on my feet.
The level of detail involved just to go the grocery store is draining mentally.
My deepest sympathies to anyone with OCD right now. If I'm this tired I can't imagine how anyone who is OCD is able to cope right now.
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Post by Gardening Grandma on Mar 28, 2020 20:02:15 GMT -5
I know I did the right thing for the health of a newborn. You absolutely did. It takes a lot of love to do the right thing when it’s so hard. Hopefully you’ll soon see him via skype |
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