Well, it was nearly twice as noisy (study I saw today), and quite a bit more polluted. And you could stand in long lines for things other than voting. And I’m personally spending about $400/month less on “discretionary” items (that’s a significant fraction)… and a tad-bit more on food ingredients.
Gros Morne, what a place. I had to go to Newfoundland for work on several occasions and I can’t recommend it enough. If you have the opportunity don’t miss it, the people, the vistas, amazing. Stay two weeks at least and rent a car, it’s an island, but it’s huge. Plus the coastline roads make going from point A to point B as the crow flies a much longer ride. Oh yeah, go in the summer…
Caulfield is experiencing the Covid-19 Blues, a slow growing infection of the soul. Older people are more easily affected because their extended views of the past include remembered joys.
I don’t live in a "sheep state ", most of our restaurants are open, masks are personal choice. Infection rates about average, fatality rate 1.1%. After the election, when politicians stop hyping it, the “pandemic” will fade into obscurity.
I have to say, I’m with Caulfield here. I love going to restaurants. Having family and friends around, having everyone able to eat different things have someone else do the dishes. I’m a pretty good cook for some things – but not everything.
For those complaining about C19 restrictions – so far this year, there have been between 5 and 6 TIMES the average annual US flu deaths! Look at countries that have responded well – NZ and SK, for example.I get that it is crazy and at times states have reacted poorly.
According to the California Department of Public Health, there have been a total of two reported Covid fatalities for the less than 18 years old demographic in the entire state since the virus broke out in the US. And let’s not forget all of the kids who were dragged to the BLM protests by their parents so they could hold the profanity-filled anti-Trump signs. Somehow they escaped the plague…
I’ve been doing something similar to what Caufield is up to with Google Earth. I have had mixed results. Some places have improved over the years, others look post-apocalyptic.
Wow, a disease that, in 10 months has a 2% cumulative infection with a greater than 97% survival rate is being deemed a “plague”. Heaven help us if we ever really have a real epidemic.
Otto Knowbetter over 3 years ago
These days, when someone says “When this Covid-19 is over,” it’s a lot like when someone says “When I win the lottery.”
Concretionist over 3 years ago
Well, it was nearly twice as noisy (study I saw today), and quite a bit more polluted. And you could stand in long lines for things other than voting. And I’m personally spending about $400/month less on “discretionary” items (that’s a significant fraction)… and a tad-bit more on food ingredients.
momofalex7 over 3 years ago
I don’t understand why Frazz isn’t wearing a mask.
pekelopan Premium Member over 3 years ago
Life before the plague? I’m sure that must have been a fantastic time. I used to know it quite well, but now it is just fading away…… .. .
Ralph Newbill over 3 years ago
He must be in Michigan….
cervelo over 3 years ago
Gros Morne, what a place. I had to go to Newfoundland for work on several occasions and I can’t recommend it enough. If you have the opportunity don’t miss it, the people, the vistas, amazing. Stay two weeks at least and rent a car, it’s an island, but it’s huge. Plus the coastline roads make going from point A to point B as the crow flies a much longer ride. Oh yeah, go in the summer…
mauser7 over 3 years ago
Suck it up buttercup! Wear a mask and gloves and call me when you reach 21.
sandpiper over 3 years ago
Caulfield is experiencing the Covid-19 Blues, a slow growing infection of the soul. Older people are more easily affected because their extended views of the past include remembered joys.
Ukko wilko over 3 years ago
I don’t live in a "sheep state ", most of our restaurants are open, masks are personal choice. Infection rates about average, fatality rate 1.1%. After the election, when politicians stop hyping it, the “pandemic” will fade into obscurity.
Thinkingblade over 3 years ago
I have to say, I’m with Caulfield here. I love going to restaurants. Having family and friends around, having everyone able to eat different things have someone else do the dishes. I’m a pretty good cook for some things – but not everything.
amxchester over 3 years ago
For those complaining about C19 restrictions – so far this year, there have been between 5 and 6 TIMES the average annual US flu deaths! Look at countries that have responded well – NZ and SK, for example.I get that it is crazy and at times states have reacted poorly.
Nick Danger over 3 years ago
According to the California Department of Public Health, there have been a total of two reported Covid fatalities for the less than 18 years old demographic in the entire state since the virus broke out in the US. And let’s not forget all of the kids who were dragged to the BLM protests by their parents so they could hold the profanity-filled anti-Trump signs. Somehow they escaped the plague…
https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/COVID-19/COVID-19-Cases-by-Age-Group.aspx
Caldonia over 3 years ago
And you two aren’t wearing masks. Thanks for your contribution!
jmcenanly over 3 years ago
I’ve been doing something similar to what Caufield is up to with Google Earth. I have had mixed results. Some places have improved over the years, others look post-apocalyptic.
mklange Premium Member over 3 years ago
Wow, a disease that, in 10 months has a 2% cumulative infection with a greater than 97% survival rate is being deemed a “plague”. Heaven help us if we ever really have a real epidemic.
finzleftright over 3 years ago
Ok. Most beautiful restaurant I’ve ever been to. The Rock in Zanzabar. Look it up!
billdaviswords over 3 years ago
A few days ago Caulfield was saying his parents never took him to restaurants.