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Over the cliff
« on: March 14, 2020, 10:07:25 PM »
I still haven't recovered from the cancellation of the BIG 10 tournament and then the next day - Cancellation of MARCH MADNESS.
That's what life in March is around here without basketball.  MADNESS.
And I don't think I'm gonna recover.
Not doubt about it. The BIG Ten Tournament was scheduled for play in Indianapolis - and I'dve gone to any of those SPARTAN games in a heartbeat.
We've turned the corner. Normal life will absolutely NOT return.
« Last Edit: March 14, 2020, 10:14:25 PM by Trooper »
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Re: Over the cliff
« Reply #1 on: March 14, 2020, 10:30:15 PM »
I feel your pain.
I live in Spokane Washington. We were supposed to host the first 2 rounds and 2 local teams were projected to play here, Gonzaga and Eastern Washington University.
Had tickets and the time off of work. Now nothing.
Oh well, if it helps stop the spread then I think it is worth it.
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Re: Over the cliff
« Reply #2 on: March 15, 2020, 08:25:37 AM »
Step daughter and mother-in-law are supposed to fly thru Amsterdam tonight on their way back from a Tanzinia African safari trip.  No telling what their adventure home will be like.

My life revolves around watching sports on TV.  I don't really watch anything else except the occasional food show here or there.  Struggling for things to do.

I am supposed to go to Tennessee on Thursday for a week and a half vacation.  Most museums I wanted to visit are now closed.  The good news is I was driving.  I am leaning toward still going as we planned to visit old neighbors of ours who live outside of Knoxville.  There are still a lot of things on my planned trip to do list that are outdoors - statues, murals, historic markers, etc.  I think it will be a last minute decision on whether I go or stay home and remain bored.  I do have some pellet grills that need maintenance so this may force me to get outside and take care of that.
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Re: Over the cliff
« Reply #3 on: March 15, 2020, 09:27:39 AM »
Watch House Hunter International on HGTV.  I know you all will think it is just a peachy substitute!!!
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Re: Over the cliff
« Reply #4 on: March 15, 2020, 11:02:23 AM »
No NASCAR either.
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Re: Over the cliff
« Reply #5 on: March 15, 2020, 11:20:20 AM »
Had a video chat with them this morning before they headed to the airport in Africa.  Sounds like they had a wonderful trip so far.  We let them know how crazy the rest of the world has been since they have been in the safari the last week plus.  If all goes well, they will be landing in the USA in about 24+ hours.
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Re: Over the cliff
« Reply #6 on: March 15, 2020, 11:51:39 AM »
Quote from: Trooper on March 14, 2020, 10:07:25 PM
I still haven't recovered from the cancellation of the BIG 10 tournament and then the next day - Cancellation of MARCH MADNESS.
That's what life in March is around here without basketball.  MADNESS.
And I don't think I'm gonna recover.
Not doubt about it. The BIG Ten Tournament was scheduled for play in Indianapolis - and I'dve gone to any of those SPARTAN games in a heartbeat.
We've turned the corner. Normal life will absolutely NOT return.

It is a crazy time that we are living in, MADNESS is probably the right word for it. Even Izzo is going stir crazy. I thought this was an interesting read from the Detroit Free Press.

https://www.freep.com/story/sports/columnists/shawn-windsor/2020/03/15/michigan-state-basketball-tom-izzo-coronavirus/5052205002/

I seem to have a lot more free time than anticipated this time of year, thanks to the viral threat. Plenty to do, but given the gas prices, it might be time for a road trip.
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Re: Over the cliff
« Reply #7 on: March 16, 2020, 01:15:39 PM »
OK folks. Let's do some writing. Nothing else to do.
I'm constantly wiping down my keyboard as I type.

Is the world coming to an end?
We've pretty much shut everything down, cause everybody is sick(?).
Is anybody on this forum sick and has been diagnosed with the new virus?
I guess I should go out and start hoarding some supplies, but I don't think there are any left.
When will the daily deaths from this virus surpass the amount of babies that we butcher in this country every day?

We did "church" yesterday - -"on line podcast". How's that for compliance.
With all of the people that have been previously diagnosed, have any of them gotten better? Or are they all still sick?
Got my favorite news network on right now and they continue to cover this MADNESS 24/7, as they have for the past couple of weeks!

I see they (Governor Whitmer) just closed all restaurants (interior seating) in our state. Well that takes care of my daughter and her family. They own/operate two restaurants, but neither have drive through pick-up windows.

As of right now I have a very limited knowledge of anyone who is sick. I keep calling friends and associates to see if there is anybody that I can help out, but no luck so far.
If you are sick and have been diagnosed with this virus, please get on this topic and make yourself known. I want to know how things are going.
I'm sure this writing may completely infuriate a few, but I wait for you comments.
Time to wipe down the keyboard again, then go out & get in line at TacoBell.
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Re: Over the cliff
« Reply #8 on: March 16, 2020, 01:21:57 PM »
Oh yes, and I have more.
Have we now established a criteria (precedence) as how we're going to handle things from here on out?
As the next virus starts surfacing, will we need to do the same this to stop its deadly flow?
As a Swine Flu survivor, I'm just curious.
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Re: Over the cliff
« Reply #9 on: March 16, 2020, 01:32:49 PM »
LOL...I am sure I do not take this anyway serious enough.  I have wanted to pose a few questions.  If I go to my Dr and they say I have the Virus, what happens?  Seriously, do they take me to the hospital, do I go to the CDC, am I taken to Cleveland or do I just go home?

I just got an email sayin we will still be having my AA meeting tonight, but no coffee will be made and don't bring any snacks. OK, I was gonna take some bread pudding, but I can leave it at home.  No issue for me...Don't drink much coffee after 9am anyway!

I believe in being proactive, I believe in taking measures to reduce the risk as much as I can...But do not believe, even if I catch this Virus that my life will be much different other then I will have to stay away from people.  I guess faith in God can make you reckless, or a renegade or a scofflaw!
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Re: Over the cliff
« Reply #10 on: March 16, 2020, 01:50:27 PM »
I too wonder about all of the preventive measures that are being taken, but at my age and given the viruses severity in geezers, I think that in order to delay the inevitable as long as possible, I'll limit my social exposure for a while. 
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Re: Over the cliff
« Reply #11 on: March 16, 2020, 01:52:51 PM »
I think unless you have severe symptoms, the doctor may even tell you not to come in to see them.  They may say take advil, cough medicine, etc, and stay home for 14 days.  If you start to have trouble breathing come in and see us immediately.
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Re: Over the cliff
« Reply #12 on: March 16, 2020, 02:12:31 PM »
And given your parameters, what you say makes perfect sense and is very prudent.  Other segments of society need to shake themselves and and educate themselves!

Quote from: hughver on March 16, 2020, 01:50:27 PM
I too wonder about all of the preventive measures that are being taken, but at my age and given the viruses severity in geezers, I think that in order to delay the inevitable as long as possible, I'll limit my social exposure for a while.
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Re: Over the cliff
« Reply #13 on: March 16, 2020, 02:15:28 PM »
The worst part of this for me, is that if this isolation trend continues into the summer, it will be the first time that I can remember that I won't be spending my summer cruising the waters of the Pacific NW.   :'(
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Re: Over the cliff
« Reply #14 on: March 16, 2020, 03:23:07 PM »
Trooper, sorry about your daughter and her business. Anyway she can convert to a drive-up, pick-up situation where folks don't even have to get out of their cars?
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