The CDC is advising that even those who've been vaccinated continue to wear masks, because they are still not sure whether or not vaccinated people can spread the virus even though they may be immune (asymptomatic carriers, think Typhoid Mary).  Also, though the vaccines are highly effective they are not 100% effective.

I'm unfortunately going to have to sit this one out due to the timing coinciding with other life events.  I wish everyone a healthy and happy Bash. 

I don't do masks (if you know me you will understand why!) butt.........if it makes a person feel better wearing one then by all means brang it!
I feel its a personal preference.
I really can't wrap-my-head-around why...somebody driving in a car...alone...would wear one butt ....or walking around outside alone ....or take a mask off long enough to light up a cig .....
I doubt anybody in this group will "mask-shame" anyone without a mask. I'll have one because I'm flying and airlines are idiots! jus say'in!
6sal6

I think the main thing is to be responsible.  If you have been exposed recently, make sure you are negative before you interact with the group.  If you exhibit ANY symptoms, do not interact with the group.

Everyone in this group I have met so far will, I am sure, act responsibly.

Masks do help, as has been scientifically proven, but it is real hard to convince everyone of that fact.  Luckily, most bash related activities are outdoors where it is less likely of catching the virus. It is impossible to eat or drink with one on.  Restaurants in Tx typically do require them except when you are at your table.

I do not have the perfect answer, I am sure. Everyone should just do what makes them most comfortable. I typically wear a mask when around people I do not know.  My thinking is that this group consists of intelligent people (except maybe sal) who have survived this long and will do what is needed to continue their longevity.

We will be there and have our masks. Wearing them outside is very doubtful. Social distancing should be fun with this bunch and all that are hard of hearing!!! Can't wait. 

josh-kebob wrote:

MS wrote:

I think the main thing is to be responsible.  If you have been exposed recently, make sure you are negative before you interact with the group.  If you exhibit ANY symptoms, do not interact with the group.

Everyone in this group I have met so far will, I am sure, act responsibly.

Masks do help, as has been scientifically proven, but it is real hard to convince everyone of that fact.  Luckily, most bash related activities are outdoors where it is less likely of catching the virus. It is impossible to eat or drink with one on.  Restaurants in Tx typically do require them except when you are at your table.

I do not have the perfect answer, I am sure. Everyone should just do what makes them most comfortable. I typically wear a mask when around people I do not know.  My thinking is that this group consists of intelligent people (except maybe sal) who have survived this long and will do what is needed to continue their longevity.

I'm sitting by Sal!!...

Me too. It makes me look better, younger and smarter.

Anytime you're reading anything being reported by the News, remember that you can not trust that the information is coming from a reliable source.  Unfortunately, we don't seem to have any source of information these days that isn't being driven by an agenda designed to manipulate us.

As a side note, only 25 states are currently mandating masks.
Source:  https://www.aarp.org/health/healthy-living/info-2020/states-mask-mandates-coronavirus.html

Rufus68 wrote:

Anytime you're reading anything being reported by the News, remember that you can not trust that the information is coming from a reliable source.  Unfortunately, we don't seem to have any source of information these days that isn't being driven by an agenda designed to manipulate us.

As a side note, only 25 states are currently mandating masks.
Source:  https://www.aarp.org/health/healthy-living/info-2020/states-mask-mandates-coronavirus.html

A-MEN.............I'm sitting by Rufus!!!!!!!!
6sally6
 

No mask shaming here.

Michigan has gone overboard and even contradicts its own guidelines.
Even to the point of stupidity...not going to explain that right now because the governess will change it 10 minutes from now.

Please do what you need to to protect yourself and others.
See ya guys soon.