Covid-19 - Reopening - To Wear a mask or not to?

As Florida continues to reopen, there are many of us concerned whether people will still take precautions and continue to wear masks.  The first day Palm Beach County reopened, I was shocked to see patrons entering the grocery store without masks, walking about as though nothing had happened.  I stood for a moment and felt like I was in the twilight zone. I wondered why it seemed as if I were the only one concerned about the severity of the virus and how contagious it is.  I mean, one of us could be a carrier with no symptoms but still pass the virus onto someone more vulnerable.
 
On the second day of reopening, friends of mine had visited a Delray restaurant that they regularly dined in before the virus.  They were seated and realized that not one single staff member was wearing a mask or gloves.  They decided to leave the restaurant and I honestly don’t blame them.  The following morning, I read an article that the restaurants in Delray were not adhering to the social distancing requirements as diners were seated next to each other while nobody, including staff members, wore a mask.
 
After all, we do live in America and have many freedoms that other countries do not. We have the right to choose if we want to wear a mask or not, but under the right circumstances.  Albeit, the news media has a history of hype and their continuous reporting tends to scare people, but we have a duty to each other to be smart and logical about this.  I had three friends who contracted the virus, and I for one, never want to get this virus.  While they suffered with horrific symptoms for over a month, they wondered every day if they would ever feel better and get back to their life, which thankfully they have.
 
From day one, Reliant Insurance Adjusters has practiced social distancing and keeping others safe.  We will continue to do our part and wear masks and gloves when meeting with clients and insurance company adjusters.  If we are requested to do so, we will also wear booties when entering a home or business.
 
Thought for the day … Treat others as you want to be treated and respect others as you want to be respected.