What’s Wrong With Us?

We are tired of struggle. Some of us have more trouble than others, but still, most of us have homes, safety, food, clothing, and family and friends so we are not alone. Maybe we remain distanced for safety during COVID, but we are not marooned on some desert island or remote forest cabin.

No; we are in modern living quarters with heat, air conditioning when needed, fully applianced and comfortably furnished. We have laundry in our unit and two bathrooms for convenience. The car is safely garaged in its first floor assigned space. The elevator whisks us to and from our aerie on the fourth floor to the mail room, lobby and garage. We have freedom to move outdoors and out onto the roadways.

We order food and other necessities online and pick them up curbside in most locations. Drive through facilities are the other conveniences for pharmacy, fast-food and some other outlets.

What can we possibly complain about? Circumstances that are restrictive? For our own good? And for others’ good? It is the disease that restricts us, not rules and regulations. Common sense rules for common good outcomes.

And the vaccines… miracles all. Their formulation is new and revolutionary using RNA and high science. The vaccines are safe. They are effective. They are the best we can possibly have and to use. Worrying about what is in them is nonsense and tomfoolery. Take them or not. I trust the researchers and the scientists. I trust the manufacturers and their sterile procedures. I trust the vaccine.

Besides, I have nothing else to put in its place. I am not a scientist. I am not a doctor. I am just a citizen and consumer.

Being a critical thinker is one thing. Being a critic is another. We are not all endowed with brains that exceed the smartest among us. We must trust the instincts and talents of others who know so much more than we do.

I have faith in our society and government. We have oversight for much of it. We have the data to support our faith and trust.

Those who do live in fear and suspicion are to be pitied. Smile at them. Wish them well. And plan your life according to your beliefs. Take the vaccine for your own good. And for the rest of us too!

The Holidays next year will be much better. Meanwhile, Happy Holidays!

December 28, 2020