Going to a crowded event like the NFL Draft in Cleveland this weekend?
Maybe...on the one hand, I really enjoyed it when that was in Philly in 2017, but that was going with friends and also only having to walk a few blocks to the events. Then again, I got myself a free online ticket for the NFL Experience for Saturday, just in case. Also told them that I am fully vaccinated, which supposedly might get me into the draft itself. Back when it was at Philly, it was impossible to get in for the first round (even though I technically got tickets but we didn't go wait in line for 4-5 hours) but really easy for Rounds 4-7 on Saturday.
I can't wait for live sports. I was considering flying up for a Warriors game this season now that fans are allowed, but I don't think it'll work with my schedule. Maybe they'll match up with the Lakers or Clippers (if they make the playoffs) and I can go to one down here.
I partially don't want to cut it because this is the longest it's ever beenтАФand likely will ever beтАФso I need to be sure I'm ready to definitively say goodbye to long hair.
As an added side benefit, it's probably long enough to donate, which I assumed I would never be in a position to do. Just a shame that the organization that TBB used to donate her hair to is no longer around.
I've reached the part of middle age where a good haircut doesn't make me any less fugly, so now it's DIY cut + a baseball cap + self-confidence to bridge the gap until full baldness/death.
Yes to all of those for me. I avoided the dentist while unvaxxed, but had to go to the eye doctor, got one haircut, and had two massages when I was dealing with my herniated discs this fall. Now I would do any of those unreservedly. I also had my first pedicure in more than a year a couple of weeks ago.
Need to get a dentist in the new hood now that I feel safer doing it. Also have had a handful of doctor visits (check ups and a dog bite) and have a minor surgery coming up in May
I've had 4 dentist appts since covid before getting vaccinated. Two regular cleanings in Aug and Mar and 2 for a crown when one of my molars cracked. Back in Aug they already had many procedures in place including adding UV lights with fans above each chair to sterilize the air, changing gowns between each patient, and having the patient rinse for 30 seconds with some sort of Listerine type rinse. It felt safe.
Once I'm vaccinated I won't so much be concerned about covid as I will be annoyed at the prospect of dealing with all the covid protocols. I'll probably wait until flying is a semi-normal experience.
Not yet. I will probably wait until fall for this. I want the general level of covid to be lower before I start flying again (this is probably influenced by the fact that I'm 99% sure I caught my own covid on a plane).
Yeah, we are going to start in Seward on the south coast, then to Girdwood/Alyeska for a couple nights then up to Denali for a couple nights before final night in Anchorage. Still planning most of the specifics but have a general sense of what we'll end up doing.
I'm driving everywhere until my son is vaccinated. But I'm flying to the Cal/TCU game. If Texas has a third wave and in-person attendance is banned, I'm still going to watch it on TV in Fort Worth because my ticket and AirBnB are not refundable.
the "problem" i noticed w/ United compared to Delta is that, United will give you a credit for the amount of your ticket if you cancel, but it is not like cash.
- lets say you initially had a $300 ticket and cancel
- if you buy a $250 ticket, you lose the $50
- if you buy a $350 ticket, you pay the extra $50
on Delta when you cancel they just put the money in your account and you can use it incrementally if you want.
THat's a good point. Luckily it's about 280 to Dallas and I'd guess most flights will be more than that and if it's less, like going to LA I'll just pay that.
This is limited for me (mostly because I have discovered I don't miss people in person). We had a family dinner for my mama's 81st birthday last night, all fully vaccinated and people wanting to hug. I drew the line at hugging.
Vaccinated people of the DBD are you _______?
I have seen a dental hygienist.
vaccinated?
supposedly.
errr....yes?
Going to a crowded event like the NFL Draft in Cleveland this weekend?
Maybe...on the one hand, I really enjoyed it when that was in Philly in 2017, but that was going with friends and also only having to walk a few blocks to the events. Then again, I got myself a free online ticket for the NFL Experience for Saturday, just in case. Also told them that I am fully vaccinated, which supposedly might get me into the draft itself. Back when it was at Philly, it was impossible to get in for the first round (even though I technically got tickets but we didn't go wait in line for 4-5 hours) but really easy for Rounds 4-7 on Saturday.
I can't wait for live sports. I was considering flying up for a Warriors game this season now that fans are allowed, but I don't think it'll work with my schedule. Maybe they'll match up with the Lakers or Clippers (if they make the playoffs) and I can go to one down here.
Going to bbqs? Yes
Going to a wedding this weekend? Yes
Dining in at restaurants? Yes
Dining indoor at home with other vaccinated people? Yes
Also will be cohosting an outdoor dinner with the lady friend at her house for a small group of friends May 8.
Remind meтАФwhat time did you want us to arrive?
I'll have no reservations about doing all of the above in about 3 weeks when my 2-week post-vaccination period is over.
I'd be down for all of these too
Garth says: party on Wayne
doing in-person services (eg, dentists, optometrists, massage therapy)?
Yep. Though have yet to get to the barber. and it shows.
My unfortunate man-bun is a testament to the fact that I haven't seen my barber in over a year.
Haircuts are over rated, join the long hair donтАЩt care club!
Haircuts are greatтАФI used to love going to the barber and getting cleaned up.
The clean back of the neck feeling is one of those physical sensations I really enjoy.
I actually do too, I'm just at a point of having long hair for so long that I don't know what I'd do with it should I cut it all off
I partially don't want to cut it because this is the longest it's ever beenтАФand likely will ever beтАФso I need to be sure I'm ready to definitively say goodbye to long hair.
As an added side benefit, it's probably long enough to donate, which I assumed I would never be in a position to do. Just a shame that the organization that TBB used to donate her hair to is no longer around.
Alternately, you can join the DIY club (although that's considerably more difficult to get right if it's been that long since your last haircut)
I cut down the sides to keep it looking neat, but clearly it's not even because my dad likes to point out all the spots I mess up.
Because Asian parents.
I've reached the part of middle age where a good haircut doesn't make me any less fugly, so now it's DIY cut + a baseball cap + self-confidence to bridge the gap until full baldness/death.
Minoxidil does work for many people.
Minoxidil is a remarkable product for desperate, and often vain, people.
I started using it when I found myself single after my wife of 25+ years passed away. So, desperate, probably.
I also thought it would be a fun pandemic activity to see if it could increase my facial hair. It did, but not to a satisfying level.
Sorry about the loss of your beloved wife.
Full disclosure - my crown is bald.
Yes to all of those for me. I avoided the dentist while unvaxxed, but had to go to the eye doctor, got one haircut, and had two massages when I was dealing with my herniated discs this fall. Now I would do any of those unreservedly. I also had my first pedicure in more than a year a couple of weeks ago.
Need to get a dentist in the new hood now that I feel safer doing it. Also have had a handful of doctor visits (check ups and a dog bite) and have a minor surgery coming up in May
Dentists, 4-5 times while un-vaccinated, need to schedule the rest, especially a haircut.
I was already doing this before getting vaccinated. These things are essential and worth the risk IMO.
I've had 4 dentist appts since covid before getting vaccinated. Two regular cleanings in Aug and Mar and 2 for a crown when one of my molars cracked. Back in Aug they already had many procedures in place including adding UV lights with fans above each chair to sterilize the air, changing gowns between each patient, and having the patient rinse for 30 seconds with some sort of Listerine type rinse. It felt safe.
i see my therapist once a week.
while Zoom worked perfectly fine, it is SO much better in person.
I'll have a dentist appointment in June and need to schedule an optometrist appointment. I dislike touching, so no massages.
Fully, as of yesterday.
flying?
unlikely any time soon.
Flew to my mom's in december for xmas. But by I had already had my first dose
not yet...at least that's my official excuse for skipping a cousin's wedding in May in Southern California
Once I'm vaccinated I won't so much be concerned about covid as I will be annoyed at the prospect of dealing with all the covid protocols. I'll probably wait until flying is a semi-normal experience.
Not yet. I will probably wait until fall for this. I want the general level of covid to be lower before I start flying again (this is probably influenced by the fact that I'm 99% sure I caught my own covid on a plane).
Yes, though nothing is planned and I flew a handful of times last fall.
yep, flying to Alaska in 2.5 weeks
did you figure out all the places you wanted to visit?
Yeah, we are going to start in Seward on the south coast, then to Girdwood/Alyeska for a couple nights then up to Denali for a couple nights before final night in Anchorage. Still planning most of the specifics but have a general sense of what we'll end up doing.
some good eats in case they are open ...
229 Parks of the Parks Hwy, about 10 minutes south of the entrance to Denali Park.
Little Mermaid in Homer
The Cookery in Seward
Moose-AKa's near Denali - Eastern European Restaurant and Tavern
thanks!
yes, but we flew pre-vaccination as well for Feb ski trip to CO.
upcoming trip in Aug to Glacier NP ...
I'm driving everywhere until my son is vaccinated. But I'm flying to the Cal/TCU game. If Texas has a third wave and in-person attendance is banned, I'm still going to watch it on TV in Fort Worth because my ticket and AirBnB are not refundable.
My next flight will probably also be Cal/TCU. I guess I'll need to see if United still offers credit if it is cancelled.
the "problem" i noticed w/ United compared to Delta is that, United will give you a credit for the amount of your ticket if you cancel, but it is not like cash.
- lets say you initially had a $300 ticket and cancel
- if you buy a $250 ticket, you lose the $50
- if you buy a $350 ticket, you pay the extra $50
on Delta when you cancel they just put the money in your account and you can use it incrementally if you want.
THat's a good point. Luckily it's about 280 to Dallas and I'd guess most flights will be more than that and if it's less, like going to LA I'll just pay that.
Currently planning to fly to Ohio in August, am not sure I'll fly before that.
visiting with other vaccinated people indoors?
we visited the MIL a couple weekends ago. that's probably as much as we need for now.
Hard maybe? Haven't really thought about it because my nieces are all too young to be vaccinated, so this is just a non-starter.
This is limited for me (mostly because I have discovered I don't miss people in person). We had a family dinner for my mama's 81st birthday last night, all fully vaccinated and people wanting to hug. I drew the line at hugging.
Yep!
Yes. I had dinner with my friend earlier this month. That was first time I saw someone outside of my immediate family in 13 months.
Yes, we had a belated Easter dinner two weeks ago with other vaccinated family and it was great.
have mostly interacted with members of the missus's family. Have done so since day 1 pretty much
yes, went to a legit party last weekend. 25 people, all vaccinated. James Bond theme.
in general, now that the family is vaccinated are doing more visiting than before, which was limited to a handful of people.
No, but I'll have outdoor dinner with a friend this Sunday (my first in-person, non-family meal since DBD Pi Day)
Did two in-person visits and it felt so wonderful. Seemed surreal.