Kay’s Korner
At long last, Scurry County will finally find some relief from all this quarantine business. I know plenty of people, including myself, who will be relieved that we can once more get out, do things and hopefully regain some semblance of normalcy.
However, there will also be people who are simply still scared. The risk of contracting COVID-19 is still there; almost everybody knows that. There isn’t an absolute cure, and the State of Texas is woefully behind when it comes to testing. I imagine that people in the higher-risk categories probably aren’t so eager to re-open, and just because additional businesses and restaurants will be open doesn’t mean that we have to visit them.
In counties that have seen a high number of cases, it might actually be smarter to stay home for a few more weeks despite it no longer being a requirement.
Thankfully, Scurry County has not seen many cases, and those we have had are in the process of recovering and no longer test positive. Despite the increase in testing that we have seen, there haven’t been any new cases.
Almost everyone in Scurry County has been cautious, and it seems to have paid off.
Of course, that doesn’t mean that we should start throwing house parties and reunions with hundreds of visitors. We have to be sensible about re-opening. Many local businesses are doing just that. Because our county has had fewer than five cases, businesses and restaurants are allowed under Gov. Greg Abbott’s order to open to 50 percent capacity. However, many are choosing to open to 25 percent capacity. It shows that our Scurry County business owners are still being cautious, even though they may lose money because of their choice.
There will be mixed opinions on the re-opening process, which is OK. Others do not have to share your, or my, opinion.
I saw this Facebook post that I think perfectly sums up how we need to think during this time of transition;
“Some people don’t agree with the state opening. That’s okay. Be kind anyway.
Some people are still planning to stay home. That’s okay. Be kind anyway.
Some are still scared of getting the virus and a second wave happening. That’s okay. Be kind anyway.
Some are sighing with relief to go back to work knowing they may not lose their business or their homes. That’s okay. Be kind anyway.
Some are thankful they can finally have a surgery they have put off. That’s okay. Be kind anyway.
Some will be able to attend interviews after weeks without a job. That’s okay. Be kind anyway.
Some will wear masks for weeks. That’s okay. Be kind anyway.
Some people will rush out to get the hair or nails done. That’s okay. Be kind anyway.
The point is, everyone has different viewpoints and feelings, and that’s okay. Be kind anyway.
We each have a different story. If you need to stay home, then stay home. But be kind anyway.
Kaylee Rush is a staff writer for The Snyder News. Any comments on this article can be made at lifestyles@snyderdailynews.com