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I was reading recently an article in the world news that struck me to the core. In North Korea, where peoples’ liberties don’t really exist whatsoever. A sailor out at sea Was listening to a foreign broadcast out of curiosity. Unfortunately for him, a crewmate that heard him turned him into the authorities. The result of that was a firing squad execution in front of other sailors and their officers. It could also result in the death sentence if anyone in the authoritarianism country listens to anything other than state Radio.

And on my favorite network radio channel I heard a German man who was definitely disturbed because of the COVID-19 restrictions placed on him and his fellow Germans. He said that the lockdown is continuing and that people are not allowed to go out without a mask, sing in church or celebrate Christmas at all. No shopping, no gathering and no joy. Furthermore his son was waiting for a bus when a police officer noticed that he wasn’t wearing a mask. That resulted in a €150 fine. He also reflected back on the dictatorship of the 30s and 40s in the country when such liberties were also restricted. He pointed out quite sadly that today’s restrictions somewhat resemble those. In England they have established several zones, with varying degrees of restrictions. The people I have talked to on the radio usually resent those, but have no control over what is required.

Certainly we Americans are facing stricter times. Some states require facemasks on public property, they also limit gatherings, and break up possible super spreader parties. But the holiday shopping season has continued unabated and people are still planning to invite close family members to their gatherings.

While most stores require masks to be worn, many customers disregard that and even threaten or harm the poor employees that ask them to do so. I have not personally heard of any fines being levied against people that disregard the mask rule. They claim it as a right for a person’s choice, but that choice may not only harm themselves but others, keeping the virus alive.

As Americans, we have certain rights passed down by the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. I don’t believe that people should be locked down in England or fined in Europe for not wearing a mask,

But I do believe it should be our responsibility for protecting our families and the public from COVID-19.

Happy new year!

That this is a trying time is an understatement. But I’m not here to spread the gloom. Quite the opposite, I’d like to share some things with you that I have found to be useful in boosting spirits. You know we Americans expect crises Like the pandemic to be resolved quickly. But this one is not that kind. So, here is what I am doing to stay positive even though I am relatively stuck at home. I hope it will help you.

I keep the television off, except to watch sports and streaming specials. Daytime television will trap you in a chair and leave your mind in a mess.

I step outside whenever possible to get some fresh air.

I try very hard to keep occupied, and producing podcasts like this for InDepth NH, helps a lot. Studying guitar through YouTube teachers is good therapy,

although I am still struggling with the instrument.

I am writing a murder mystery, even though I have no experience in that genre. I have self published three books that essentially contain my memoirs. I would hope you could do that, that is write your memoirs even if they’re not for publication. I found the things in the past I forgot came to life again in print. And your family will have a record of your life.

And I have discovered Zello. If you haven’t heard of it, it’s an Internet-based free portal to converse with people on many subjects. Once you sign up, you will get multiple channels to listen to or talk on.

When you punch in your interest, whether it be genealogy, paranormal, musical instruments, politics or just about anything, you will be shown a list of people on that channel.. Using your iPhone or android device will work for talking. When you punch in a channel you want, you will have a chance to talk on it.

Sometimes a channel moderator is neededTo “trust you in”. That is no big deal. It’s very therapeutic to stay in touch with people, even strangers, that often become friends.

My choice is a channel called Network radios. It stems from my interest in amateur radio, a hobby I’ve been involved in for years. By signing up, I’ve been talking to people all over the world, with great clarity. I have found that most of them are extremely friendly and helpful. Even as I write this, I am listening to two people, from South Africa and the United Kingdom.

Zello is an easy app to use, so nobody should be intimidated by it. And I repeat, it is totally free. That is because the service is sold to businesses that want to set up special channels. They extend the free service to anyone else.

As you get familiar with the service you’ll find that you can set up your own channel that can act as a walkie-talkie or a one-way broadcast for what you want to say.

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