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Just like you don't wear a mask to protect yourself necessarily, you wear a mask to protect others from yourself potentially being infected/asymptomatic - you take the vaccine not necessarily to prevent getting infected, you do it to help create herd immunity which leaves the virus with less targets to jump to, which causes it to die down and hopefully not infect those who are too frail to get the vaccine or at risk for getting severe side-effects from an infection.

Well, how about this...my personal experience. Twice in the past month, a family close to me (lube manager, business partner) had Covid enter their home. One from a kid's playdate and another thru work (my business partner's son is electrician. He is 24). In both cases, the one person from each family that came back Covid negative had the vaccine (one nurse, my business partner who is 65). The others (including kids) all got pretty sick and still have issues weeks later. Coincidence? Maybe, but I would like to think that the vaccines not only stop the worst symptoms, but help stop it altogether.

Built the Mars Exploration Rover 7471 that I bought NISB for under RRP. It was built over few weeks, few hours each time. Got to say the build is definitely not for kids as majority are Technic parts. End result is fairly impressive.

It's not mob mentality to listen to epidemiologists about taking a vaccine. It's not political. It's about drowning out the virus before new variants emerge because people went with their gut, their preference, or their facebook research and we all end up locked down for another year. Listen to doctors, get the &*/$&# shot.

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This study... https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2021/p0329-COVID-19-Vaccines.html And it's not always about you. It's about your family members and others you care about.

The second dose of of Pfizer rocked me for about 24 hours a couple of weeks ago, similar to what @exciter1reported. I'd estimate that for every one of us that felt sick, there were three of my fellow teachers who had mild to no side effects from the second dose. Regardless, anyone who is on the fence about getting the shot b/c you don't want the side effects, they are well worth it compared to what the real deal can do to you...I was able to hang out with my Grandma for Easter, that alone was worth it. Stay safe and keep getting vaccinated BP'ers!

Right, that's what is so tricky with this virus. Some people have zero symptoms, while others die or have a real hard time with it. I respect it, but don't let it rule me. I have been dealing with thousands of customers a week (wearing a 3M shield) since this all started and the vaccine at least gives me a little piece of mind after a year of worrying daily. I am a 53 year old man with 53 year old issues, so who knows how I would react. If was was 18 again and in great shape, I would say "F" it. I am not and I have a family to look out for. I speak to hundreds, if not thousands of people weekly and hear many stories, both good and bad. I am like a bartender, so if can pass along some good advice, I will. Stay safe...

I'm mid 30s and love to run and am getting jabbed tomorrow. I've always had the philosophy of "take all the shots offered."

That is correct...No foolproof, but close. This recent real world study by Pfizer on some of the original essential workers to get vaccinated shows 90% effectiveness at stopping the virus completely. 10% can still get it and some may die. Here is the study... https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2021/p0329-COVID-19-Vaccines.html

For those curious of the reactions; The Pfizer vaccine contains approximately 30 ug (micrograms) of vaccine in each shot. Each Moderna shot contains 100 ug. This is why many more people have expressed more symptoms for the Moderna shot and has reported the most reactions (allergic and fever related) The J&J single shot contains more ug of vaccine of both Pfizer and Moderna vaccines, but it does not use MRNA like the other two, rather uses viral vector vaccine technology similar to that of the ebola vaccine. J&J modified the common cold virus to be harmless and also encoded the Covid spike protein to train the Immune system. All quite fascinating to me really.

It's been business as usual here. We still haven't been eating in restaurants and such, but we still go out, run errands, Wal-Mart, grocery stores, etc. We have even had a few vacations to the beach during the pandemic. My son and I went to see "The Empire Strikes Back" during it's theater re-release (then Regal closed). The kids have participated in classroom learning all year, but had to wear masks all day. We have anti-maskers, no cover nose maskers, face-shield maskers, and bandana maskers around here, but we've been careful to be as safe as possible and also continue to live our lives. We don't go out of our way to visit people and have cancelled a few family gatherings this year, but all in all, we've stayed safe.

Getting my J&J one and done shot tomorrow. Since I already had Covid, my doctor considers that my first inoculum. Lots of anecdotal evidence of people who've already had Covid getting knocked on their ass by the second shot. Glad I was able to reserve a spot at Walgreens. Hopefully they'll have their act together...

reserved pfizer and J & J vaccines. made myself miserable debating the merits of each one endlessly. Finally chose pfizer. Unfortunately, Walgreens was total amateur hour. took 3 hours to get it. feel fine. after wasting all that time would have chosen j & j if i could do it again.

I had some arm and lower back pain with Moderna. I go for my 2nd dose next week.

signs are pointing toward it being legit.

well this isn't happening in a vacuum. altho age and obesity are the biggest risk factors, that covers almost 2/3 of the US population...is risking 2/3 acceptable? Also the economic impact...yes if there was no economic impact, I might wait myself..but given the real life concerns for the vulnerable people in my life and the pressure to reach herd immunity for the sake of the economy...a general acceptance of some risk is expected. Now I have some skepticism about "the numbers" like many. I do believe that the numbers are not black and white..meaning infection is a range, not a bright line...so I believe what's happening is that interpretations are done to favor an outcome to meet some bureaucrat's agenda or a "public health official" agenda. But that doesn't mean it's all wrong...just that maybe about 15-30% of the data is actually uncertainty and therefore put in the bucket that promotes whosever agenda. That's why the numbers seem to always support the prevalent thinking. Also this isn't just any experiment...already there are 100s of millions vaccinated worldwide almost all ethnicities and backgrounds...I would wager that's the best damn test size ever. It's pretty much AS safe as ANY vaccine just based on the pure numbers of "test subjects". Now I get the concern over "long-term effects" That is where one has to trust the microbiologists who are CURRENT in the science. Does the vaccine have a toxicokinetic action that may have potential long-term side effects? Not every drug has the capability to have a long term effect (we're talking biologically significant..not social or behavior). It goes into the arm muscle tissue (not the blood or the lymphatic) and the mRNA teaches muscle cells to fabricate the spike protein so one's immune system can have practice recognizing it and therefore be "prepared" for the real thing. To me, as a practicing toxicologist with some rudimentary understanding of toxicokinetics , that seems relatively localized w/ a limited range and duration of effects. Now if one doesn't trust something new just because it's new and refuse to learn more about the actual risks...then there's no point in further discussion. Let's risk a variant that the vaccine does not work against and risk the world shutting down again and risk facing that fallout which is going to be oh that much worse than 2020.

On 2nd thought, dont bother! I just found this listing on ebay for all 4. Interesting what people will say using the pictures with the 'Stars'. I foresee some returns/complications. https://www.ebay.com/itm/Lego-VIP-Coin-Set-All-4-Collectible-Coins-Sold-Out-Pirate-Castle-Space/254931316358?hash=item3b5b172e86:g:i1AAAOSw6jhgbKSK

I believe all the trial phases are being run concurrently, not necessarily quickly.

so it's not scientific fact that given enough chances to mutate a virus may mutate into something worse? I believe Darwin would like a word with you. The current Covid-19 virus mutated from something only active in certain animals into something that affects people very easily...this is readily known...even if one believes the theory that it was originally manufactured in a lab; that doesn't disprove the above statement that it can get worse the longer it's active in the world. Also there's ample evidence that Covid-19 has been mutating into something worse. Luckily, so far, most of the vaccines are still effective on the variants...but for how long? some may say "what about the flu virus" been around for ages and never turned into an extinction event Well i get that lay people think all viruses are similar...but it's actually a whole class of species. If let's say the flu virus is like an ant and Covid-19 is like a scorpion...both may mutate...but one is a lot closer to being a killer than the other.

yes, if we had this many antivaxxers in the past..we'd still be dealing with polio

If the package was addressed to the verified address on file and marked as delivered by the shipping company then eBay will side with the seller. Your obligation is over.

Got my space coin today. It was a little loose in the case, to the point where I could shake it into position (which was kind of nice honestly), but other than that, no issues. And there's actually no "stars" that people were talking about. Methinks LEGO did some redesigning after the first two coins for sure.

I appreciate that your response was level and judgement free. In addition to the posts above about the benefit to others as well as the reduction in opportunities for the virus to infect and mutate, it's also a numbers game. I'm mid 30s and like to run. Most folks in that category that I know had mild Covid, but I also know a guy my age who felt like he had someone sitting on his chest for months whenever he tried to run afterwards. Another friend my age still can't taste anything months after recovering. Yea, I felt like I had the flu for 24 hours, but I personally felt that was worth it. Target demographics are out the window if you are the otherwise young and healthy person who ends up with long term effects, or worse.

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100% correct. Every business I know of in my area has help wanted signs out. We are all running the best way we can with limited resources, both employee wise and material wise. Until the Feds stop handing out money, the economy will never get back to full strength.

I got the Pfizer first dose a couple weeks ago...I was the guy looking like an idiot doing dips on the waiting chair for the 15 min observation period...read an article that exercising the arm after the shot helps. Anyway, arm was mildly sore towards the end of the day and that was it...but that was just the 1st dose, which is typically mild anyway. Just glad to see folks here getting the vaccine...

Yes I have watched the whole series and imo she wasn't a great character in the show, I didn't think she played the role well at all and I'm certainly not bothered she's out the show. This will never reach Ahsoka status no way, it is way to hoarded and too many have been produced. I'm just not one of the many that believe this set will do amazing and is a must buy. The amount of people on YouTube and in the general community apparently going all in and telling others that's it's a sure bet is unreal. I think people just need to remember that this set other than one figure which isn't rare at all the set doesn't have alot going for it. The set itself isn't even that great. Just my opinion and in sure someone will shoot me down for it.

I think New Jersey and... "Nothing is Normal" is a given

I totally agree. These mgrs are running with formulas and not paying attention to the spirit of the game. Nolan Ryan was 44 when he threw his last no hitter, which was a complete game. I would love to see more of that. I suspect the pitchers would too.

Like you know, I live in NJ, the Covid capitol of the world, so nothing is normal. About the shots...Got one Pfzier. Minor arm pain for a day. I hear Moderna is a lot rougher.

Best starter in baseball. Period. Last night wasn't even a good deGrom start. That's what he does when he has an off game. deGrom can opt out after this season. i expect him to. Can you believe he only has like 70 career wins? Pathetic. It reminds me of the New York Rangers. Henrik Lundqvist was/is the best goaltender in all of the NHL for years. The Rangers could barely get themselves into the playoffs, let alone make a run for the cup. Now Lundqvist is retired and has never won a thing. If you can't win with the best goaltender in hockey... Or best starter in baseball... It just isn't going to get better.

Over the past few weeks, I have had numerous customers (both young and old) that it was their first day out in public in over a year. My business (car wash) seems to help people transition into going out into stores and public venues. It sounds silly, but in many ways people have been looking to return to their normal routines without exposing themselves to others, and a car wash is a great way to do it.

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I haven't been in the office for almost TWO years...hoping I rinsed my coffee mug out the last time I was there...

Give it some time. Too early to write this set off, especially if the Cara Dune minifigure is never reissued in another set.

perfect summary but also: premature pulling of degrom. same old same old.

I've been begging to go back into the office. We're about to go into a 25% capacity phase, so hoping I can start going in soon.

Got the J&J Thursday. On Friday, I had a low grade fever. Took some Tylenol and felt fine after an hour. I've been fine every single day since. I was on the fence about J&J due to it's efficacy compared to Pfizer and Moderna, but after reading the article below, I went with it and am glad I did. https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2021/03/04/973436193/got-questions-about-johnson-johnsons-covid-19-vaccine-we-have-answers

Here's a cheat sheet.

I just woke up from a two hour nap. I got got my first shot today. The Moderna vaccine seemed to be knocking me out earlier today. Whew.

Lol he thinks stuff is retiring. He's just blind guessing. Skipped through it in 10 secs to see he was wrong on a bunch of sets.

Watched Tombstone last weekend. I haven't seen it in a long time. Now I need a t-shirt with Val Kilmer's Doc Holiday and a text "I'm your Huckleberry"

It was a big, dumb, smash-em-up....exactly what I was hoping it would be!

Got around to finishing this. What a classic. The red brown pieces though are painfully brittle. I got some replacements from Lego though.

HAPPY EASTER !!!

I think we are getting close to adding another SPS Mystery Lot prize of 10,000 pieces or more!

Installed my new TP-Link M9 Plus Mesh WiFi system, and I'm happy to report that we've had a stable internet connection for 48 hours now…I think we're back in business! Fingers crossed there's not raptor lurking behind me...