Things are a bit different this year. I'm not trying to spread the hype of the corona virus, but just to document it from our point of view as we watch it unfold. It is something that we have never seen in our lifetime, that could potentially have an impact on all of us for a long time, or could pass as quickly as it came, with only a small impact.
Since I talked about us trying to stay away from people two days ago, things have already changed. The president has now asked that all restaurants officially close their dining rooms and provide take-out only, and all schools nation wide are officially closed. I know that working parents are scrambling to find daycare for their kids so they can continue working, and people in the service industries are starting to see business taper off as people cancel their appointments. Nevada officially closed all casinos and nonessential business, and the stock market is a roller coaster. Everyone' situation is different, with different priorities and concerns. But the thing to keep in mind is that we are all in this together.
With all of that in mind, tonight we celebrated St. Patrick's day with the corned beef we bought during our last shopping trip, and a Kilt Lifter beer for a St. Patrick's Day toast. We are with Steve's brother and our sister-in-law who are also hanging low during this uncertain time. It was a quiet, but very fun night.
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