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Absolutely no going out or socialising?

458 replies

Hidingathome · 19/03/2020 19:09

My understanding is basically no going out except to work, for food shopping or outdoor exercise away from others. Meaning I can't see my parents, can't go to a cafe and can't even visit same age friends (early 40s).

Other people think I'm being extreme but isn't this whats being asked of us for the next few weeks at least?

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reefedsail · 20/03/2020 19:52

The introverts have inherited the Earth.

Xenia · 20/03/2020 19:53

The superior personality type perhaps.....

Greenpop21 · 20/03/2020 19:53

So glad they’ve closed places now. It’s all very scary but it’s the only way. Good luck everyone.

reefedsail · 20/03/2020 19:59

The superior personality type perhaps..... Grin

Xenia · 20/03/2020 20:01

There is a very good book abut extroverts and introverts called Quiet , I think it is. It says most work places benefit from both types of workers despite lots of people thinking those who want to be with others all the time are the best kind of people.

We probably need both types on the planet.

PenguinsOnParade · 20/03/2020 20:03

DH is a keyworker in a role dealing with the public, while the numbers are definitely lower, he's still having people standing right up to him instead of keeping their distance.

DPs got the phone call to say their restaurant booking is now cancelled. But it's ok because they're now expecting us all to visit their house and have fun and games, a takeaway and drinks there instead, and stay the night since I wouldn't be able to get home easily late at night. So now I need to try and get it through to them that I'm keeping myself safe. I'm literally the only one in the family in an at risk group and it feels like they really don't give a shit about my health right now tbh. DH is doing all he can to not bring anything back from work but I know they won't be taking the same precautions he is.

RoryGillmoresEvilTwin · 20/03/2020 20:27

We're now in for the duration except for food.
I can't get a delivery slot and I cant actually afford the minimum spend at most of them anyway. It worries me that I will have to take ds with me when we manage to buy more food though, unfortunately the only people I could've left him with are isolating for 12 weeks now.

Orange89 · 20/03/2020 20:27

@PenguinsOnParade

I’m self isolating now (other than partner going to work. Yes I think it’s rude! People are literally playing with peoples lives ! MIL has still invited the family (three others) and thinks it’s rude to cancel!

Orange89 · 20/03/2020 20:28

Invited the family over for lunch*

Orange89 · 20/03/2020 20:31

ALSO. One of MIL friends came over today and was kissing and hugging my toddler ! Shock

ssd · 20/03/2020 20:37

I work in a supermarket. Customers everywhere, surrounding you when you're putting out stock. For 9 hours a day.
Am terrified.
It's so bloody wrong and no one's saying anything.

FelicisNox · 20/03/2020 20:40

I'm a keyworker: I'm either at work or at home THAT'S IT.

I'm going to Tesco on Sunday morning as they're opening 9-10 for NHS staff, that's as exciting as my life will be getting going forward.

Do as you're effing told and stay at home.

honeybee88 · 20/03/2020 20:47

I am sorry to hear that......I said it as I meant that before this happened we should all have been kinder to one another and hugged more. Keep yourself and your Dad healthy by staying away for now and you will soon be hugging again. We all have a lot to learn from this. This may not be the negative experience we believe it to be. Its possible we have seen the worst of it and in a few weeks its business as usual for us all. Stay positiveSmile. (Hugs and kisses to all). XOXO

EvilPea · 20/03/2020 20:49

They are advising you to go to shops now if you can and leave the slots for those that can’t

SingleDadReally · 20/03/2020 20:51

Yes, this is the chance to brag about how you saved someone’s life merely by sitting on the sofa watching television.

thepeopleversuswork · 20/03/2020 21:03

JeepersCreepers I don't have a rich hubby either. I don't have a hubby at all. I also need to work.

I'm working my arse off around the clock (from home) to support my kid.

I understand there are people who don't have the option to wfh and I feel desperately sorry for them. I'm hugely grateful for the fact that I can.

But to argue that because you have to work that gives you a free pass to ignore the rules which could save other people's lives is a massive and massively immoral cop-out.

So yeah you are a selfish arsehole.

smileyteacher · 20/03/2020 21:05

I’m a teacher so have been surrounded by kids all week. Will be continuing to work as so many key workers are sending children to school from Monday. Possibly up to 20% of the normal register. I can’t isolate even if I want to so a trip to the supermarket is hardly much of an added risk to me. I’m very aware that due to my job I’m a risk to anyone I meet including my family who I can’t avoid. If I could isolate I would so please if you can then do so. Don’t make it any worse for those of us who have no choice!

Oblahdeeoblahdoe · 20/03/2020 21:07

What to do? I have an 81 year old mother who lives alone. She has 2 carers a day going in but no one to do her shopping other than my brother or me. I'm self isolating as much as possible with my DH, not seeing my AC nor my DGC but I still have a responsibility to my DM. She has MH issues and can't comprehend not going out or having visitors. Should I go and keep my distance or just phone her as I do every day? What a dilemma!

Orange89 · 20/03/2020 21:12

@honeybee88

Thank you.Flowers Yes I’m trying to look for the positives through all this. I need some some wine and David Attenborough! Wine

RedToothBrush · 20/03/2020 21:12

DH is currently on the piss with a group of his mates in my front room.

I've been driven upstairs by it.

Fortunately its virtual so there is no one else in the house.

Everyone needs to do more of this.

LoveBeingAMum555 · 20/03/2020 21:12

None of us know how poorly this might make us, you might just catch it and need to be in hospital, especially older people who have a weakened immune system naturally, even if they are fit and healthy. My son is 21, has just finished chemotherapy for cancer and is very unwell. If he gets this he will be lucky to survive and anyone ignoring government advice might just take up the hospital bed he needs. You can imagine how I feel when I hear people are carrying on as normal.

thepeopleversuswork · 20/03/2020 21:15

RedToothBrush
I like the idea of a virtual piss-up. I think that could be the way forward.

CyclingMumKingston · 20/03/2020 21:23

We are not seeing any friends since 2 weeks.
Children are at home with us.
Shopping all online.
Unfortunately I have to go to work twice a week though.

RedToothBrush · 20/03/2020 21:33

Just seen this

Tim Burgess @timburgess
^10pm. Weekdays. Starting Monday:
#timstwitterlisteningparty.^
^We all listen to an album together and share thoughts and memories. Join us...
Monday - Some Friendly with me.
Wednesday - Parklife with @DaveRowntree
Friday - Definitely Maybe with @BoneheadsPage^

I've had friend suggest virtual camping for kids (can be done in a tent in the garden or in makeshift tent in the bedroom).

I think there will be loads of ideas that pop up out of necessity.

honeybee88 · 20/03/2020 21:50

By he time you show symptoms you could have infected several people around you if you dont self isolate.