I originally started this post writing about how the whole Coronavirus situation is globally pretty much out of control.
Then it descended into a rant…, which isn’t really what is needed, or indeed what I want to post!
If we didn’t know before, we now have conclusive proof that he world truly has gone mad!
It all started, or at least was first reported, in China back in December.
Unregulated free movement of people between Continents facilitated the worldwide spread of the disease. Leaders around the World first either dithered or claimed denial; either way they failed to take action and possibly now it may be too late.
It’s certainly too late for the thousands that have already died.
Last night, at 20:30 UK time, our Government effectively put our Country, the United Kingdom into lock-down.
What does this mean?
Well, basically, unless you are going shopping for food or have a medical emergency everyone must stay at home. Initially this situation will last a minimum of three weeks, and then it will be reviewed. Obviously essential services and medical staff are given more latitude.
In essence this is a good idea, to stop people mingling and therefore, hopefully, restrict the spread of the virus.
To me, it does appear to be action well overdue.
Whilst at first glance it may all appear a bit draconian, but there are, as ever in any situation, definite plus points.
At present the UK is largely blessed with glorious early Spring weather and whilst we are in effect starting a period of “house arrest” here at Dookes H.Q. things are not bad at all. Mrs Dookes works from home anyway and I’m retired.
Cherry Blossom at Dookes H.Q.
It’s a time to count one’s blessings; we live in a beautiful part of the world, we have a lovely home and we have sunshine!
Wild Primrose, (Primula Vulgaris) at Dookes H.Q.
Stay safe out there, wherever you are. Look after yourselves and hopefully we’ll all make it through to the other side.
I have a feeling that the world is going to be a very different place in future.
Catch you soon
Dookes
Hogrider Dookes 
And sing Monty Python’s “Bright Side of Life.” (-:
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I read that there was a boat going up and down the Thames blaring “Bright Side of Life”!! Love it! And soooooo interesting that Johnson has the virus. Waiting for tRump to come down with it….
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Strange it mes AGMA.
I assume you are home and not touring Turkey?
Yep BoJo has, apparently, got it…but hey no big deal, so have I!
Your “mate” tRump is never going to be affected, I understand that lizards and snakes can’t catch it!!!!😂😂😂😂
Dookes
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OMG Dookes!!! How are you doing?? How’s Mrs. Dookes?
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Don’t panic AGMA, we are both fine! Well, as fine as you can be with this blasted virus!
We have only got a mild dose, Mrs D is largely over it now and I’m on the way to recovery. It’s not like anything I’ve ever caught before, the dry cough is a bit annoying, but it’s the shortness of breath and feeling like there’s a plank across your chest which is the really unpleasant bit….I can see how people who get it worse, or have other health issues can get into big trouble with it.
The good thing is that once we are fully recovered the medics say that we will have immunity for future infection.
For the present, it’s just a case of sitting it out in isolation and keeping busy by doing stuff that I’ve put off for ages!
Catch you soon.
D
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So very glad you are on the mend Dookes!!
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Thanks AGMA, I’ll be ok, I’m as tough as an old biker boot!
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