[ryandrake]

It's the awesome combined power of denial and selfishness. I've also had to do a tough re-evaluation of several friendships and relationships with family members. This pandemic brought out a lot of harsh truths about people's real selves. Here are some direct quotes from people I know. "We always have Thanksgiving dinner. It simply has to happen." "You can't just stop living life!" "I'm not going to let other people tell me what to do." "I am sure I won't get sick." "Play dates are OK because children can't spread it." "It's not that deadly." "You're in your 40s you have nothing to worry about, go out and live your life." "Stop being so scared." And these are all people who don't think it's all a hoax/conspiracy.