A CHANGING WORLD

 The virus has finally begun to NOT be the overriding thought when deciding a day's activities.  (YES, I know many of you never gave it a second thought--LOTS of us did though)   With 3 shots behind me and the knowledge they now have developed treatments which are actually scientifically backed, I am much more comfortable being in public settings.  Depending upon where I am--I actually go without a mask.  HERE is the big news this has brought about---we are once again getting colds, flus, and other fun viruses.  I got a lecture recently about just how much good did I think that mask does?  I am NOT going to argue with anyone over this or anything else revolving around the pandemic.  All I know is I have NOT had a cold in two years  (I AM KNOCKING WOOD)  I have been around others, but the places I went required masks.  Between the mask and staying socially distant, I have avoided my annual snotty nose.



I have read extensively about the virus and the lasting effects it will cause.  At my annual physical (masks were required), my doctor told me the virus is not going away, but it will be at a more manageable level.  SO--there is one more danger out there which could have devastating effects.  I must admit, I am much more concerned about some of the roads I drive than getting the virus.  Those roads have drivers who scare me much more than the virus and I have NO control over them.  I can wash my hands, chose to wear a mask, get vaccinated ~  I cannot require bad drivers to stay at home.  

SO---this threat will slowly lose its potency.  The threat of Spanish Flu and Polio waned with time.  We have established new habits, new boundaries, and other changes with the past two years which may well be lasting.  Time will tell.  One thing is certain--younger people feel invincible and are less likely to continue to be cautious.  BUT at this season in life, I am thinking I will never go back completely to how life was.  Blowing and going without thought of a lurking contagion is a thing of the past.  I have loosened up, but I also am much more cautious than I was before all this began.

WELL where in the world am I going?  We live in a changing -- evolving world.  The changes are not all good--in fact--I find some of them alarming.  It is a slippery slope when civilizations begin to decline~read your history books.  HOW do we keep going in a society that is filled with contention, anger, and slipping morality?  We keep our eyes on the goal.  We have faith in how this will all play out.  We cling to the truths we were left all those years ago.  We KNOW the end of the story.  Thank God for Jesus!

"Therefore you also must be ready,

 for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect."

Matthew 24:44

6 comments

  1. I think the good hygiene we all practiced during the pandemic, and continue to do, will help to keep both covid and other respiratory illnesses at bay, Lulu. I've had three shots, and am getting out and about regularly without a mask. I do use lots of hand sanitizer and, of course, wash my hands frequently; so far, so good!
    Yes, this world is sadly losing its moral compass. I pray for a revival and a change of heart!
    Blessings!

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    1. Many of us are praying, Martha!
      Blessings, My Friend!

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  2. Oh yes, thank God for Jesus! I can't imagine life--especially these days of uncertainty and fear--without him!

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    1. YES! Our hope in the chaos of the times.
      Blessings!

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  3. 5 family members have gotten covid. Our closest friends have it, even after bring fully vaccinated, and he is in the hospital.

    I have gone months being separated from my mom in the nursing home.

    We personally know several people who have died.

    I take this all quite seriously even as some family members do not. Thanks for putting this tender subject on the table, friend.

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  4. I am with you, Linda. It is NOT to be taken lightly!
    Blessings!

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