Covid Fatigue

[HappilyEverAfter80]

We seriously considered booking Ontario for Fall to do Great Wolf Lodge, Ripleys, Medieval Times, etc. We are desperate for ANYTHING that resembles a vacation. They keep extending the closures though so we havent.

Great wolf lodge being closed til at least September is sad I feel like their only Canadian location may never reopen. We were so hoping to go during the summer, can’t even do that... sigh ...

 

[TammyLynn33]

You were late. Super early is more like 1am. Lol.

Seriously though, when we go to the track before 6am, the park next to it has families with young children playing as soon as the sun comes up.

The point of the post was not there was another family there, the point was with only one other family there they still wouldn’t keep their distance . I reminded my kids several times ( one is special needs ) removed them from the climber to the swings and even went out to the dock in the water only to be followed out there as well. There was plenty of room to social distance, the other family was simply not willing to .

 

[TammyLynn33]

Great wolf lodge being closed til at least September is sad I feel like their only Canadian location may never reopen. We were so hoping to go during the summer, can’t even do that... sigh ...

I think we will see a lot of big business not reopen along with smaller ones ;( I’m sad o never got to take my two littles . Big kids went but littles have not

 

[Disneylover99]

The point of the post was not there was another family there, the point was with only one other family there they still wouldn’t keep their distance . I reminded my kids several times ( one is special needs ) removed them from the climber to the swings and even went out to the dock in the water only to be followed out there as well. There was plenty of room to social distance, the other family was simply not willing to .

I understood your point. Unfortunately, that’s the reality that everyone has to deal with when walking or playing in public spaces.

My original point was that you lesson your chance of interactions when going early or late. That’s all. And as you said, playgrounds and parks are crazy at other times.

Anyways, hope your kids get some socially distanced fun today at the park!

 

[ottawamom]

The point of the post was not there was another family there, the point was with only one other family there they still wouldn’t keep their distance . I reminded my kids several times ( one is special needs ) removed them from the climber to the swings and even went out to the dock in the water only to be followed out there as well. There was plenty of room to social distance, the other family was simply not willing to .

Were you able to speak with the grandfather and explain the situation at all? Maybe he was just clueless. (I don't know how in this day and age but some people are)

 

[pigletto]

I was feeling pretty down this weekend and told myself that today I will do everything I can to find the positives in all situations. I totally understand people need to express their worries and frustrations and I empathize so much . I just needed to start my day as positive as I could . I work with kids and my attitude determines how the whole day goes . So I said my affirmations and I took my deep breath and turned on the tv .

The first local news story is about a big anti lockdown protest that took place in our region and front and centre of this motley crew is my daughters ex boyfriend . They dated for three years in high school and her father and I grit our teeth the whole time . Anyway it wasn’t hard to find the positive in that one .. thank god he’s an ex !!!! Ask the universe for a lesson and you’re going to find one

 

[ronandannette]

Were you able to speak with the grandfather and explain the situation at all? Maybe he was just clueless. (I don't know how in this day and age but some people are)

That was my thinking also, along with the fact that little kids are just hungry for interaction too and thought they had found an opportunity for playmates.

 

[Disneylover99]

Were you able to speak with the grandfather and explain the situation at all? Maybe he was just clueless. (I don't know how in this day and age but some people are)

That was my thinking also, along with the fact that little kids are just hungry for interaction too and thought they had found an opportunity for playmates.

Grandpa arrived early too. He was probably hoping for a less crowded park because he knows that his grandkids can be a nuisance to others.

 

[OnceUponATime15]

I was feeling pretty down this weekend and told myself that today I will do everything I can to find the positives in all situations. I totally understand people need to express their worries and frustrations and I empathize so much . I just needed to start my day as positive as I could . I work with kids and my attitude determines how the whole day goes . So I said my affirmations and I took my deep breath and turned on the tv .

The first local news story is about a big anti lockdown protest that took place in our region and front and centre of this motley crew is my daughters ex boyfriend . They dated for three years in high school and her father and I grit our teeth the whole time . Anyway it wasn’t hard to find the positive in that one .. thank god he’s an ex !!!! Ask the universe for a lesson and you’re going to find one

I’m a big believer that positive thoughts attract a positive outcome

I’m heading into work shortly, blessed to work with little people who are completely unburdened by life’s goings on right now - that makes for an escape from the constant barrage of things that are all too overwhelming. Today we will embrace our rainy day and not complain... stuck inside has a whole new meaning now - we will find indoor ways to have a great day!

Enjoy the kids, they provide a wonderful positive respite from the heaviness of the times.

 

[TammyLynn33]

Grandpa arrived early too. He was probably hoping for a less crowded park because he knows that his grandkids can be a nuisance to others.

Honestly isn’t it someone’s responsibility to ensure their kids/grandkids/charges aren’t a”nuisance “ to others ? I always monitor my kids behaviour so they aren’t seen as nuisances and rwe go home if that’s the case
I’m exhausted to talk to other people and educate them at this point . I educate at work and at vax clinics. I just don’t have it left in me at this point in time . Maybe tomorrow but not yesterday or today . Sorry if that’s not nice , or socially acceptable right now I simply have nothing else to give .between work , volunteering and homeschooling two littles and having two teens 100% on my own with zero help from anyone, I’m simply done
Nor do I want to start conflict of any sort . I don’t know grandpa isn’t an anti-masker and I don’t want a scene .
I have educated my kids even my special needs little guy about masking , distancing the dangers and they get it with a quick reminder or usually a glance most times .
I simply avoided any conflict and we left. Were my kids sad? Yes we will try again . Was I frustrated absolutely and I chose to express my fatigue /frustration here and for that I apologize . Could I have handled it better/differently ? probably ? But I was feeling done and even now sitting here bawling bc I feel I have to justify feeling frustrated and taking my kids home from a park.. I really feel I can’t win .

 

[pigletto]

Honestly isn’t it someone’s responsibility to ensure their kids/grandkids/charges aren’t a”nuisance “ to others ? I always monitor my kids behaviour so they aren’t seen as nuisances and rwe go home if that’s the case
I’m exhausted to talk to other people and educate them at this point . I educate at work and at vax clinics. I just don’t have it left in me at this point in time . Maybe tomorrow but not yesterday or today . Sorry if that’s not nice , or socially acceptable right now I simply have nothing else to give .between work , volunteering and homeschooling two littles and having two teens 100% on my own with zero help from anyone, I’m simply done
Nor do I want to start conflict of any sort . I don’t know grandpa isn’t an anti-masker and I don’t want a scene .
I have educated my kids even my special needs little guy about masking , distancing the dangers and they get it with a quick reminder or usually a glance most times .
I simply avoided any conflict and we left. Were my kids sad? Yes we will try again . Was I frustrated absolutely and I chose to express my fatigue /frustration here and for that I apologize . Could I have handled it better/differently ? probably ? But I was feeling done and even now sitting here bawling bc I feel I have to justify feeling frustrated and taking my kids home from a park.. I really feel I can’t win .

The name of the thread is Covid Fatigue and that is exactly where you are right now and I don’t blame you . Sending you a giant internet hug . I’m excited to plan our trips together as we are hoping to go the same time , and if we can’t we will plan the next ones together !

 

[Disneylover99]

Honestly isn’t it someone’s responsibility to ensure their kids/grandkids/charges aren’t a”nuisance “ to others ? I always monitor my kids behaviour so they aren’t seen as nuisances and rwe go home if that’s the case
I’m exhausted to talk to other people and educate them at this point . I educate at work and at vax clinics. I just don’t have it left in me at this point in time . Maybe tomorrow but not yesterday or today . Sorry if that’s not nice , or socially acceptable right now I simply have nothing else to give .between work , volunteering and homeschooling two littles and having two teens 100% on my own with zero help from anyone, I’m simply done
Nor do I want to start conflict of any sort . I don’t know grandpa isn’t an anti-masker and I don’t want a scene .
I have educated my kids even my special needs little guy about masking , distancing the dangers and they get it with a quick reminder or usually a glance most times .
I simply avoided any conflict and we left. Were my kids sad? Yes we will try again . Was I frustrated absolutely and I chose to express my fatigue /frustration here and for that I apologize . Could I have handled it better/differently ? probably ? But I was feeling done and even now sitting here bawling bc I feel I have to justify feeling frustrated and taking my kids home from a park.. I really feel I can’t win .

I’m sorry you are sad and upset.

And I completely understand your frustration. I really do. There is nothing wrong with the way you handled it. I probably would have taken my kids home as well.

We’re all tired. Maybe the grandpa suffers from COVID fatigue as well. Maybe he’s tired of telling his grandkids not to play with others. Maybe he felt that it’s a public park and this is what kids do. Not saying it‘s right or wrong, but some people have more of a tolerance of having kids playing together outside. I see it all the time in parks. Lots of kids playing maskless together while the parents socially distance away from other parents.

 

[Donald - my hero]

Honestly isn’t it someone’s responsibility to ensure their kids/grandkids/charges aren’t a”nuisance “ to others ? I always monitor my kids behaviour so they aren’t seen as nuisances and rwe go home if that’s the case
I’m exhausted to talk to other people and educate them at this point . I educate at work and at vax clinics. I just don’t have it left in me at this point in time . Maybe tomorrow but not yesterday or today . Sorry if that’s not nice , or socially acceptable right now I simply have nothing else to give .between work , volunteering and homeschooling two littles and having two teens 100% on my own with zero help from anyone, I’m simply done
Nor do I want to start conflict of any sort . I don’t know grandpa isn’t an anti-masker and I don’t want a scene .
I have educated my kids even my special needs little guy about masking , distancing the dangers and they get it with a quick reminder or usually a glance most times .
I simply avoided any conflict and we left. Were my kids sad? Yes we will try again . Was I frustrated absolutely and I chose to express my fatigue /frustration here and for that I apologize . Could I have handled it better/differently ? probably ? But I was feeling done and even now sitting here bawling bc I feel I have to justify feeling frustrated and taking my kids home from a park.. I really feel I can’t win .

NOPE, you're 100% correct with everything you said. After a full year of these restrictions (maybe not the masks but for SURE the keeping your distance!!) there should be zero reason for anyone to not be following them and making sure that any children in their care are doing the same. I'm so sorry that you're feeling so "done", i get it and I only have myself and an overworked hubby to worry about, so glad I don't have to be responsible for anyone else because I doubt i would be able to do that with any grace.

I don't think you need to justify yourself for what you did to keep your kids safe. All I've seen is people trying to offer suggestions as to how to deal with it if it happens again, I didn't see it as attacking you but i can understand that you feel that way. In my mind this is the PERFECT place to be venting, you're only commenting on how "done" you are, which is what this thread is all about. I'm not going to tell you to take care of yourself because I'm not sure how you can possibly even do that, you more than likely have no more time than it takes to use the toilet alone and then collapse at night. The only thing i can suggest is to make sure you're doing your best to make sure you feed yourself a balanced diet and get enough fluids into yourself because both of those things can affect your ability to function to your fullest potential.

Please take time to remind yourself that your number 1 priority is the health and safety of your family and that is currently extremely hard. Gentle, socially distanced hugs.

 

[ronandannette]

Honestly isn’t it someone’s responsibility to ensure their kids/grandkids/charges aren’t a”nuisance “ to others ? I always monitor my kids behaviour so they aren’t seen as nuisances and rwe go home if that’s the case
I’m exhausted to talk to other people and educate them at this point . I educate at work and at vax clinics. I just don’t have it left in me at this point in time . Maybe tomorrow but not yesterday or today . Sorry if that’s not nice , or socially acceptable right now I simply have nothing else to give .between work , volunteering and homeschooling two littles and having two teens 100% on my own with zero help from anyone, I’m simply done
Nor do I want to start conflict of any sort . I don’t know grandpa isn’t an anti-masker and I don’t want a scene .
I have educated my kids even my special needs little guy about masking , distancing the dangers and they get it with a quick reminder or usually a glance most times .
I simply avoided any conflict and we left. Were my kids sad? Yes we will try again . Was I frustrated absolutely and I chose to express my fatigue /frustration here and for that I apologize . Could I have handled it better/differently ? probably ? But I was feeling done and even now sitting here bawling bc I feel I have to justify feeling frustrated and taking my kids home from a park.. I really feel I can’t win .

You didn't do anything wrong and you don't have to justify anything to us; we were just discussing the situation as often happens here on the DIS. I hope you are able to get a little relief and that better days are ahead for you.

 

[quandrea]

Honestly isn’t it someone’s responsibility to ensure their kids/grandkids/charges aren’t a”nuisance “ to others ? I always monitor my kids behaviour so they aren’t seen as nuisances and rwe go home if that’s the case
I’m exhausted to talk to other people and educate them at this point . I educate at work and at vax clinics. I just don’t have it left in me at this point in time . Maybe tomorrow but not yesterday or today . Sorry if that’s not nice , or socially acceptable right now I simply have nothing else to give .between work , volunteering and homeschooling two littles and having two teens 100% on my own with zero help from anyone, I’m simply done
Nor do I want to start conflict of any sort . I don’t know grandpa isn’t an anti-masker and I don’t want a scene .
I have educated my kids even my special needs little guy about masking , distancing the dangers and they get it with a quick reminder or usually a glance most times .
I simply avoided any conflict and we left. Were my kids sad? Yes we will try again . Was I frustrated absolutely and I chose to express my fatigue /frustration here and for that I apologize . Could I have handled it better/differently ? probably ? But I was feeling done and even now sitting here bawling bc I feel I have to justify feeling frustrated and taking my kids home from a park.. I really feel I can’t win .

Please take care and please feel you can come here to vent. We probably step in with solutions sometimes when we should just listen and affirm.

 

[ellbell]

Doug Ford just announced that all schools in Ontario are going virtual after spring break. He also did not provide a reopen date.

 

[Carolynleanne]

Doug Ford just announced that all schools in Ontario are going virtual after spring break. He also did not provide a reopen date.

Oh you guys... I'm so sorry. I still dont understand how BC schools have never closed. Seems weird.

 

[tlcdoula]

I feel like I have hit a wall when it comes to trying to explain what the orders are and why. One thing that has me frustrated is having to ask people constantly to put their mask on or pull it up over their nose. I find my entire shift is policing this and it is so frustrating. I have stopped going out to get groceries, we do an order online and pick up curb side just to save myself the stress of dealing with more people. Maybe I am overly paranoid and a rule follower but I really want this to end and feel like if people would follow the rules, stay in their towns and not travel right now maybe just maybe we could get on top of the cases. In BC our cases are over the top but the only thing that has changed lately is no indoor dining etc.

We all want our old way of life back, but for those of us who are following the orders are banging our heads against the wall watching others who just have total disregard for them and are living their lives like nothing has changed.

 

[ilovetotravel1977]

I was at Shoppers today in line for post office and some guy was right up my backside in line. I literally had to tell him to back the eff up and give me some space! He was like “ugh oh sorry” FML

 

[Prince John Robin Hood]

I drove to Mississauga on Friday to pick something up from a small store in a very busy area. I call for curbside and was told I had to come in to pay as they weren’t setup for payment over the phone. Inside a very small store were 6 or 7 people hanging out with no masks on. No wonder things are getting worse.