There is an old Chinese proverb that I am partial to quote from time to time, “may you live in interesting times”.
We are certainly living in interesting times. But they are also for many very worrying and scary times.
After a phone call last night with founding member of Fenland Gamers Jonathan we decided to cancel this weeks Friday gaming session.
It wasn’t an easy decision.
We based it on the latest Government information. Which over the weekend is changing almost by the hour. I’d love to rant about the handling of this but this post is not the place to do that.
Even if we personally are not at risk, we have to think of those we come into contact with. They may be.
For me that means my 93 year old Nan and my over 70 mum. Luckily I’m in a position at the moment where I can easily avoid contact with others, and keep it to a minimum.
Jonathan and I were both on the same wavelength during our conversation. Although as I said we have cancelled this weeks session. Which if you are involved with a gaming group of some sort will be happening all around the country. All our ‘local’ groups are doing the same.
Our monthly meet-up for April at the moment is still going ahead. But we have warned members that this may change and be cancelled on short notice.
Jonathan also put up a post (copied below) for the group first thing yesterday that speaks for everyone I think. I definitely agree with it.
“Coronavirus update
While I personally believe that we shouldn’t live in fear, as a gaming group Fenland Gamers have a responsibility towards our members. At this time we are following Government advice. We will also be working closely with our hosts, The Luxe Cinema. This might mean that planned events may have to be cancelled at short notice. At this time we ask you to double check events before travelling to make sure of no last-minute cancellations. If you are showing any of the symptoms of cold/flu (defined as a fever of above 37.8C or a persistent cough) we ask you not to attend sessions. We apologise for any disappointment this might cause.”
The Luxe Cinema is being brilliant, and really supportive. As much as we can during this difficult and worrying time we want to support them also.
My message to everyone is be safe, think of others. It’s a time to show our best side and not the worst.