So yeah, this Swine Flu is something else. I know some people are scared shitless while other people I know think it just a myth and completely overblown to the point that they think the government is doing it just to practice their scare tactics. I wouldn't say I am scared shitless, but I am leaning more towards the scared end of the spectrum than the "It is nothing" aspect of it.
One thing that really has me worried is that my Dad just left for Mexico on Friday night for 2 weeks. That is something I am really not cool with and in fact, if given a choice, I would have him get on a plane and come home now. But then I am faced with the other dilemma. Do I greet him at the airport or do I wait a couple of days to make sure he isn't sick. That sickens me to think I would have to wait to see him just in case, but that seems to be the reality of how things are going. Or again, this whole thing could be blown out of proportion.
In totally unrelated news, I have read how you responded to my little survey a couple of posts back and I have decided to start commenting on back on all of my posts. So, starting with my previous posts, all posts will have comments back to you if you comment. My gift to you.
Movie reviews and burger/ice cream updates still coming.....
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I can say I'm not scared shitless - I don't think it is overblown, I just think it is a reality. The fact that my husband, your dad, is over there, definitely has me worried. A part of me wants to think he'll be okay, but with the way everything else is going in our family - who knows. I am faced with the same dilemna, however. I know I have to pick him up at the airport - but do I want to hug him and kiss him - not really! Do I want to sleep right next to him - not really. Will I - of course, he is my husband and I love him - but yikes! Is that bad - am I really typing these things and saying it out loud. Yes, it's just the way it is.
Thanks for the gift. You are truly a man of the people!
As for the swine flu, I have a friend who's been living in Mexico for about a year, and another who's been on vacation there all week, and needless to say I am concerned for them both. I have no idea how serious this is, but I hope they, like your dad, remain healthy. I can only imagine how worrisome this is for you and your family, and my thoughts are with you all.
The Pulp Fiction quote was, as always, appreciated!
Mom - All understandable sentiments. The sooner he comes back, the better...
Sal - Yeah, scary stuff. Hope your friends end up ok.
I think I'm playing the wait-and-see game right now. Luckily, being unemployed doesn't afford me much in the way of travel.
Yeah, I wouldn't say that swine flu is "nothing" either, but I'm not going to be kept awake at night by the media's newest panic frenzy. Although this morning I did wake up early and didn't feel the best. Flash thought was..."Maybe I have the swine flu?" Then I went back to sleep, woke up and was fine. Turns out I was just groggy and needed more sleep.
The Swine Flu may be very serious for people who are already somewhat fragile healthwise. I think a strong, healthy person may get it and be OK with good medical attention. I have a friend who is going back to live in Mexico next week after being here for 5 years. I am concerned about her, of course. Your dad should be OK. Is anyone in town sick? Realistically, in a country of millions, how many have sickened. Like your mom though, we've had so many unexpected illnesses in the family lately I am a little worried. Also, I read and saw The Stand. It could happen. sigh. Hugs.
I was scared shitless when the news first broke - I imagined some Captain Tripps thing of epic proportions. But now I've heard the symptoms last for 2 days then you get better. I can deal with that. What's scary is that it IS taking out the healthy, not the fragile. I'm not sure what's up with that, but in the hospital we're swabbing anyone who comes in with symptoms of the flu...
Swine flu, I am scared shitless. When they first started telling us about it my mind immediately went to that movie with Dustin Hoffman and Cuba Gooding Jr. It is scary to hear how a virus like that can travel that fast. Praying that your dad stays out of harms way.
Where in Mexico is he going? I hear it's not everywhere - mostly in Mexico City.
With everything else, it's always good to take precautions, but why live in fear? My uncle used to tell us not to go outside because of West Nile, but he smokes cigarettes all the time. What are the chances I'll get West Nile compared to the chances he'll die of a smoking related disease?
Alien - True, can't catch it accidentally from coworkers I guess...
Tara - Well, at least you felt better right away
Nani - Yes, people in my dad's town are starting to get sick. Thus, he is out of there
Wife - Please be careful at the hospital!!!
Jose - Yeah, I always think of outbreak when stuff like this comes up in the news
Churlita - A town called Tepa, and it is starting to spread there.
Awesome that you are going to be commenting!
As for the swine flu, I'm like you, worried, but not excessively, still waiting to see how things develop. I'm not sure if the mortality rate is all that high (in comparison to other flu strains), but the media sure is hyping things up.
I hope your father will be ok. I'm a little nervous with the fact that my dad is traveling right now, but not to Mexico.
Seb - Yeah, in the States, the mortality doesn't seem to bad so far so hopefully it stays that way.
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