I usually don't get to comment replies this quick, but considering we are on the eve of another Zoo Shutdown, I thought that this comment that came in today would be appropriate to post and respond to at this time. The irritations about many aspects of this Pandemic, especially why we are still in it, nine months later, have been circling my mind all day. So let's get to it!
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@Brenda - Thank you for your comment. As much as I enjoy a good debate, this is not a topic I'm going to engage again, because I don't have the time, energy or more importantly, the need to.
First, you didn't have to note that you were an Anti-Masker, because your words showed your lack of respect for rules, orders and the health of others. They illustrated that you are in the category that has given the middle finger to the Pandemic, and you and your like, are more than probably to blame for this situation continuing, for what will soon be a year.
You certainly have the right to do as you want, but that does not make it the right thing. And while you can do whatever you want outside the Zoo, in the Zoo there are rules that need to be followed.
The Zoo is a controlled environment. The rules for being on the grounds, as a Visitor or Employee were set in accordance with the City Health Department. These rules allowed the Zoo to ReOpen. If these rules were not in place, the Zoo could not have ReOpened. If the rules are not being followed, the Zoo would have had to close again. As a Visitor one must agree to follow the rules. Not following the rules while at the Zoo risks closure, which causes lack of revenue and puts the needs of the Animals in jeopardy.
You started by noting that I called out an Employee for not wearing a Mask. You are damn right I did. Employees are not above the rules, and they set the example for Visitors.
In response to my issue with people being unmasked in areas common with masked, and to wear appropriate masks, you called me Entitled. It is not Entitled to expect rules to be followed, so everyone is safer. This isn't just about me, contrary to your position as someone who is anti-mask.
That all said, I am Entitled. Myself and anyone else who wants to stay safe and is following the rules put forth by establishments we enter, and recommendations by health professionals, WE ARE ENTITLED to have the air in our space be as free of unhealthy toxins as possible, especially in a Pandemic when those toxins have proven to be deadly.
Maybe your wish for Christmas should be that no one you care about gets Covid.
And yes, I am a piece of work. I am confident, I am opinionated, I am outspoken, and I don't bow to bullshit. Thank you for the compliment.
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Boy that antimasker sure is a piece of work. Another reason that we are still in a lock down, pandemic. Your words were right on, thank you for caring about keeping people safe and the animals safe. Loved your response.
ReplyDeleteHi Andie! LOL! Right?! Since I'm delayed in replying, guess the second Shutdown showed just how lame the anti-masker's words were. I don't put any value on words and actions of the self-entitled. They are why this has gone on a year now and probably another. If they don't want to stay safe whatever, but don't disrespect those who do or if they go to the Zoo, put the Animals at risk. ... Thanks for the words. Will always respond, whether someone agrees or disagrees.
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