One of the tough things about the pandemic countermeasures being taken in the Oakes household is the constant nagging doubt about how necessary they are.

If you are a precaution-taking family, you probably know what I mean: scientists and public-health authorities say one thing, you look out your window and see people doing the opposite, and you wonder: am I the idiot, or are they? (Because these are just thoughts in your head, we'll forgive you a little semantic awkwardness.)

That's just one of many factors starting to make me a little twitchy over here. For a fuller picture, read on.

Thanks for the precious gift of your time and attention, and I hope you have a great week (or at least one that is not too psychologically damaging).

With undying affection,

-Otto

P.S. Here's that link again: https://essaysofotto.blogspot.com/2021/02/notes-from-tunnel-by-light-of-onrushing.html