What do bars and churches have in common?  In our city this week,  they’ve been hotbeds for spread of the coronavirus.   I think I reported a similar situation some time back, when  the Department of Health issued an alert about those who went to a particular gentlemen’s club on the same weekend  others went to a certain church.  Saints and sinners alert!   These places may give you fever.

Why do people go to church?  Most importantly, because they feel closer to God.  But that’s not the only reason.  They love the sense of community, singing,   finding comfort in troubled times, and relieving stress.

Few people who go to bars are alcoholics.  They’re going to meet,  see  people, relax,  wind down, and break the monotony of life.  Due to the relaxed atmosphere, they’re  more apt  to share ideas and talk about their problems.

In  both venues, they’re  doing what humans like to do.  Getting close to people,  finding comfort, sharing ideas, talking, singing, maybe even dancing.

Now, look at how long we’ve been in lockdown due to the pandemic. Almost nine months.  It’s no wonder people decide to attend  church and go to bars.   Covid-19 cases are spiking  because of coronavirus fatigue.  You get to the point where you just can’t take it anymore.

As seniors, we’re feeling that same fatigue.   We’re lucky enough to have sons nearby,  but they’re afraid to stay very long for fear of infecting us. We really can’t afford to take any greater risks than going to the grocery store..   At least there, we have a little interaction with another human being at the check out counter.

We’ve even started missing the pizza delivery man..  They now have a no-contact policy.  You order online, pay with a credit card, and include a tip.  They guy runs on your porch, and leaves a pizza on the swing.   It would be nice to at least exchange a few pleasantries, and hand him a cash tip.

I don’t know how long this can go on.  Eventually,  people will go to  places that may give them fever.