{"id":10000513,"date":"2021-06-20T23:04:50","date_gmt":"2021-06-20T23:04:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.maggwire.com\/?p=10000513"},"modified":"2021-06-20T23:04:50","modified_gmt":"2021-06-20T23:04:50","slug":"post-pandemic-party-rulebook","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.maggwire.com\/post-pandemic-party-rulebook\/","title":{"rendered":"The Post-Pandemic Party Rulebook"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Depending on who you ask, 2020 was either heaven or hell. Extroverts who find solace in going out with friends could hardly bear being isolated at home for most of the year\u2026 while introverts who would rather spend their time at home, alone, playing games online at\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jackpotcitycasino.com\/canada\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">JackpotCity<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, probably lived it as their little slice of heaven. Spending most days in the company of a steaming cup of tea and fun slot machines at JackpotCity while working from home and doing all your shopping online was the ideal way to spend time for many of us\u2026 but this time is coming to an end as the world reopens. Yup, it\u2019s back to outings, dinners with friends, and parties.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">But the parties of the post-pandemic era will not be (and\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">should not be<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">) the parties we\u2019ve gotten used to. The last year has taught us a great deal about the importance of personal hygiene and the way we can keep ourselves and others around us safe and healthy. So, it\u2019s time to create a post-pandemic party rulebook so we can enjoy each other\u2019s company as safely as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Health basics<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The novel coronavirus is a sneaky bastard &#8211; it can hide in your body for days and infect others even if you don\u2019t feel sick. You may argue that if you don\u2019t have any symptoms you have no way of spreading it &#8211; but this is not true. Everyday interactions like a handshake or a kiss on the cheek can infect another being &#8211; and we\u2019ve all seen what this sneaky bastard is capable of.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">So, the post-pandemic party rulebook should start with ruling out some of the things that we considered normal before it, including &#8211; and we can\u2019t stress this enough &#8211; blowing out the candles on a birthday cake, then distributing the droplet-covered slices to everyone attending.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Handshakes should also go, hugs can remain\u2026 but with precautions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">And here\u2019s one important rule: if you have the sniffles, don\u2019t go to a party. Even if it\u2019s just a common cold, it\u2019s not a fun party gift to give.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Garden parties FTW<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The many studies conducted last year show that sunlight and fresh air are COVID\u2019s mortal enemies &#8211; so it\u2019s a logical choice to take your parties outdoors. Besides, it\u2019s also easier to clean up the aftermath. And let\u2019s not forget that for many, outdoor parties &#8211; no matter if they involve dinners, grilling, or simply having a few cold ones with your friends &#8211; are the pinnacle of entertainment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Of course, this all depends on the weather\u2026 so, the post-pandemic party rulebook should state \u201cif the weather allows it, party outdoors\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Forget the smorgasbord<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Did we mention that the novel coronavirus is sneaky? And did we tell you about the birthday cake? Well, then you\u2019ll understand why the buffet has to go.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A Japanese\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=OOvENoZMmK4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">experiment<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0conducted last year simulated the spread of a virus (represented by paint that glows under a black light) during a dinner party with a buffet. As you might expect, the results were shocking &#8211; by the time all the guests served themselves, the fluorescent paint was \u201cspread\u201d on every person, their plates, the utensils\u2026 everything.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">So, the post-pandemic party rulebook should state \u201cforget the smorgasbord\u201d to keep yourself and your friends safe.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What if I\u2019m fully vaccinated, you may ask? Should I adhere to all these new rules? Being vaccinated reduces your chances of contracting the disease &#8211; and the chances of you spreading it further &#8211; considerably. But no prevention method is 100% effective. So, the answer is \u201cBetter safe than sorry\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Depending on who you ask, 2020 was either heaven or hell. 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