Back after a long time....Virus scare.
@arunima25 (85733)
Bangalore, India
April 20, 2021 6:10am CST
Good afternoon from this side of the planet. It's 4:22 PM as I write this post. I am here after a long time.
Phew! April has been a crazy month so far. In fact, we are living in crazy times. Fear is lurking around globally. The second wave of the pandemic has been scarier. And we are in uncertain times and we have to hold on to our faith with silent prayers in our hearts for the whole humanity. We all need prayers in all corners of world.
First week of month went busy with all report handling and meeting parents virtually for final report discussion before the vacation. Yes, the school is closed till end of May and we will start with fresh academic year in June.
And we teachers had to meet physically on 8 April before the school closed. And that one meeting cost me a lot. As soon as I was back from school, I got the news that my colleagues sitting next to me on my both sides are showing symptoms. We were all masked and our chairs were distanced.
They got tested and were positive for virus.
. I too got my test done and was positive. Luckily, I had no fever but yes I had severe headache and by fourth day I was too weak. As a precaution we all got tested in family. My elder one turned out positive. My husband and younger daughter are negative. My daughters report came on 15. Now our house is in quarantine till 2 May.
We are in home isolation and managing with our medication through video consultation with our doctor. Fortunately we had no symptoms except weakness and headache. And now we are in recovery mode. I am almost okay while my elder daughter is having some bit of fatigue left. She too should be okay in few days.
The cases in our apartment is rising alarmingly and we had two young lives lost to this ruthless virus in last 10 days. Our apartment is a containment zone with 50 cases.
Well, that's the sad update. I had all the time but no energy and mood to be here.
Prayers for everyone who is battling this virus around the world. Let's hope for mercy from Nature.
. I too got my test done and was positive. Luckily, I had no fever but yes I had severe headache and by fourth day I was too weak. As a precaution we all got tested in family. My elder one turned out positive. My husband and younger daughter are negative. My daughters report came on 15. Now our house is in quarantine till 2 May.
We are in home isolation and managing with our medication through video consultation with our doctor. Fortunately we had no symptoms except weakness and headache. And now we are in recovery mode. I am almost okay while my elder daughter is having some bit of fatigue left. She too should be okay in few days.
The cases in our apartment is rising alarmingly and we had two young lives lost to this ruthless virus in last 10 days. Our apartment is a containment zone with 50 cases.
Well, that's the sad update. I had all the time but no energy and mood to be here.
Prayers for everyone who is battling this virus around the world. Let's hope for mercy from Nature.39 people like this
37 responses
@LadyDuck (459722)
• Switzerland
22 Apr 21
@arunima25 I hope that the virus will be soon under control. I have read in the news that you had so many cases during the past week.
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
22 Apr 21
We have no symptoms now since last three days. Our quarantine gets over on 2 May. Then we will get the testing done again to see if it's negative. So far, we are recovering well.
Hope that soon the virus is in control. We had enough of suffering across the world.
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
22 Apr 21
@LadyDuck We have broken all records. Yesterday it was past 3 million in a day It's scarier than last year.
It's scarier than last year.2 people like this
@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
22 Apr 21
We have no symptoms now since last three days. Our quarantine gets over on 2 May. Then we will get the testing done again to see if it's negative. So far, we are recovering well.
I am taking good rest and diet. That's why not much active here. Stay safe and healthy.
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
22 Apr 21
@Nevena83 Looking forward to full recovery
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@Nevena83 (65280)
• Serbia
22 Apr 21
@arunima25 I’m glad to hear that everything is under control.
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@vandana7 (99019)
• India
24 Apr 21
@arunima25 It is airborne alright. Spraying now and then helps. The gentleman in our building who got it, goes to the extent of getting up early and spraying disinfectant in his corridor.
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
24 Apr 21
Actually Vanny, I always drive with my sunglasses. And in the meeting, I had my reading glasses on. I had double mask and kept sanitizing my hands but still....
I have heard of cases where people have stayed indoors for weeks with no interactions from outsiders and without maid but still get the virus. It seems to be airborne now. It's scarier and a disaster right now. We just hope and pray that we win it and come out stronger.
We are much better but with virus we need to be cautious even after full recovery. The weakness is the main thing. It will take some time to overcome that.
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
24 Apr 21
@vandana7 I am doing that. Whenever I open my gate to pick medicine or grocery delvered, I do that. I am using surface disinfectant to spray on cushions, sofa etc.
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@RebeccasFarm (86903)
• United States
20 Apr 21
I am so glad to see you, glad you recover.
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@RebeccasFarm (86903)
• United States
22 Apr 21
@arunima25 Yes it is probably only roll of the dice..good job
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
22 Apr 21
We have no symptoms now since last three days. Our quarantine gets over on 2 May. Then we will get the testing done again to see if it's negative. So far, we are recovering well.
I am happy to be here. Though I am not for long due to low energy as of now. Mylot helps me feel good.
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@Shiva49 (26233)
• Singapore
23 Apr 21
Yes, the second wave in India has been vicious
Happy that you have recovered and also your daughter.
This virus is so contagious.
Went for the second jab today but the hospital was crowded - did not feel comfortable.
No side effects so far.
Take care and pray your family is safe.
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@Shiva49 (26233)
• Singapore
24 Apr 21
@arunima25 In times of common danger unity is needed more than ever.
Democracy and freedom cannot come at any cost - we need discipline, cooperation, and coordination.
Though it was an ordeal to wait for hours to get vaccinated, I was touched by others who lifted my spirits by their attitude, patience, and forbearance. And the medical staff - they are a different breed. God bless them.
I do hope this tough phase is soon history for you.
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
24 Apr 21
@Shiva49 Very true.
I see covid warriors working with all their might... doctors, nurses, social worked, men in uniform, regular people who are helping people day in and out. A big salute to them.
We all will live till the aayu( age) we are given. One has to live it worthwhile. I pray that soon it will be a History and we will tell our next generation that humanity stood together against the crisis and won it.
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
24 Apr 21
It's scarier than the first one. We are sticking to the hope that we will fight and come out victorious. I go by the belief that India is strong and we will come out of it after a tough fight. We just need to stay together and do our possible bit.
Good that you are vaccinated. Husband had booked but then we got quarantined and he couldn't take it. Now I need to wait for six weeks after full recovery for vaccination.
Thank you for your concern and comforting words.
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
21 Apr 21
Thank you for your concern and comforting words. We are almost recovered and thankfully had mild symptoms. Taking good rest and diet. We have many cases here. It's a containment zone.
Take care and stay safe.
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
22 Apr 21
@Rashnag We have no symptoms now since last three days. Our quarantine period gets over on 2 May. We will have another RT PCR then to see if it is negative. Hopefully it should be negative.
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@Rashnag (30594)
• Surat, India
21 Apr 21
@arunima25 your welcome dear. Good to know that you guys are recovering. Still stay safe and take care. We are taking all precautions here.
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@allknowing (130233)
• India
21 Apr 21
India has topped the list when it comes to the highest number of cases . Glad you are fine and so is your family.
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@ptrikha_2 (45579)
• India
24 Apr 21
@allknowing
Unfortunately we are winning a race which nobody wants to win, instead of winning it by bringing cases almost to zero, which looked like the scenario almost two months back.
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
21 Apr 21
We are almost recovered.
Now it's airborne and the new mutants are highly contagious. Asymptomatic carriers are main concern. We have alarming number of cases here. Let's hope and pray for better times. The whole world is going through the worst crisis that humanity has ever battled with.
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@anil02 (24688)
• India
22 Apr 21
@arunima25 It is good that you have not symptoms, but it is better till to quarantine over for vaccine.
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
22 Apr 21
We have no symptoms now since last three days. Our quarantine gets over on 2 May. Then we will get the testing done again to see if it's negative. So far, we are recovering well.
Once we are all okay, I will go for vaccine. Husband had booked his appointment but then I tested positive and we were quarantined. So he also could not take it.
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
22 Apr 21
@anil02 Yes. All this year I was home arrested. I stepped out only because it was work related and I caught the virus
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@Marilynda1225 (80023)
• United States
20 Apr 21
I'm so sorry to hear that you and your family were tested positive for the virus. I'm sure it was a very scary time but glad you're all doing okay now. Yes the virus is still spreading here too and I'm very afraid of catching it.
Happy to see you back
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@Marilynda1225 (80023)
• United States
22 Apr 21
@arunima25 Glad to hear you're all doing better. I hope you continue to stay well now and that you're next test is negative.
So far I'm safe and healthy (fingers crossed)
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
22 Apr 21
We have no symptoms now since last three days. Our quarantine gets over on 2 May. Then we will get the testing done again to see if it's negative. So far, we are recovering well.
I am still to find some energy to stay here. But I come here for short time. It distracts me and makes me feel good.
Stay safe and healthy.
Stay safe and healthy.2 people like this
@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
22 Apr 21
@Marilynda1225 That's good to know. Are you vaccinated??
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@db20747 (43434)
• Washington, District Of Columbia
21 Apr 21
@arunima25 good to hear you are getting better. Can't wait to hear news it's completely gone!
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
22 Apr 21
@db20747 We will give our another test sample after 2 May when our quarantine gets over. We have no symptoms for last three days and we hope the test comes out negative.
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
21 Apr 21
Thank you so much for your concern and comforting words. We are almost recovered. Taking lot of rest, fluids and protein rich diet as suggested by doctor. And a glass of lemon juice with warm water everyday.
World needs healing prayers. We all should pray for everyone. The virus is ruthless and has ruined so many families and lives. Let's pray that the crisis is over soon
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@Teekaaa (11580)
• India
21 Apr 21
@arunima25 That's okay ma'am! Wishing you both a speedy recovery.
Yeah mam. I was inactive here from the last few months. I was busy with online classes and exams. Now everything got over and I have completed my Masters degree. So spending some time here on myLot.
Things are good at my end so far and we are trying our best to stay safe, but it is worrisome that the cases are getting increased day by day.
Wishing you both a speedy recovery.
Yeah mam. I was inactive here from the last few months. I was busy with online classes and exams. Now everything got over and I have completed my Masters degree. So spending some time here on myLot.
Things are good at my end so far and we are trying our best to stay safe, but it is worrisome that the cases are getting increased day by day. 2 people like this
@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
22 Apr 21
@Teekaaa Congratulations! On completion of your Master degree
. So what is the next plan ahead? I know a lot of things are off track due to the virus second wave.
Please stay safe and healthy.
. So what is the next plan ahead? I know a lot of things are off track due to the virus second wave.
Please stay safe and healthy.2 people like this
@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
21 Apr 21
Thank you so much for your concern and comforting words. We are almost recovered but still need some more days of precautions and rest.
It's good to see you after so long. Hope all going well at your end.
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
22 Apr 21
We have no symptoms now since last three days. Our quarantine gets over on 2 May. Then we will get the testing done again to see if it's negative. So far, we are recovering well.
Stay safe and healthy.
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@Starkinds (32703)
• India
20 Apr 21
sorry to know that I wish recover soon and your daughter to please don't get panic we all with you and please take care yourself
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
22 Apr 21
Thank you for your concern and comforting words.
We have no symptoms now since last three days. Our quarantine gets over on 2 May. Then we will get the testing done again to see if it's negative. So far, we are recovering well.
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
23 Apr 21
@Starkinds Good morning Dear. We are feeling better. I just made breakfast, cleaned my room and kitchen. Now resting a bit after breakfast. Getting my energy level back slowly. Even daughter is doing good.
@Starkinds (32703)
• India
23 Apr 21
@arunima25 good morning.
I hope all is going happy with you.
Best wishes
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
22 Apr 21
I don't have much energy to be here for long but still I come here and spend some time. Makes me feel good.
We are recovering well
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@eileenleyva (27562)
• Philippines
23 Apr 21
This is a sad report but am glad you are feeling better now. International news has it that India has buckled up, the hospitals overwhelmed, oxygen tanks running out, etcetera. Such a dire situation which, at this moment of time, the only recourse perhaps is to calm down and remind the people to take responsibility and help themselves.
Quarantining is necessary. The nature of the virus is to get on a human host. No to social gathering. Definitely the cause of the spread of the virus.
Information dissemination on how to heal one's self is a must. Tell people to steam - rock salt on hot water. Prevents the virus from totally infecting the lungs. Drink as much hot tea with citrus juice.
Prayers for you and your family.
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@eileenleyva (27562)
• Philippines
23 Apr 21
@arunima25 Another harrowing day about CoViD-19 mortality yesterday. Man is failing in the fight as of the moment. There are still people who are helpless and do not know what to do. It's another story for people who still deny the virus and refuse protocol.
It has been a long terrible battle for all of us. Yet we have no choice but to fight and overcome.
You and the family must get your energy back completely. We need good soldiers to win the war. 
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
23 Apr 21
Thank you for your concern and comforting words.
Yes, breaking the chain is the most important thing to do.
I am taking all measures that you mentioned. I just did steam inhalation and gargle with rock salt. Taking lots of water, warm fluids and citrus fruits.
We are recovering well. No symptoms in last few days. The weakness should also go slowly in some time.
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
24 Apr 21
@eileenleyva It's a tough fight. Whole world is suffering. Countries need to stand together and fight. But sadly the divide between developed and underdeveloped is there in time of crisis too.
We shall fight and we are sure that we will overcome. Let's stay positive and do our bit in this fight.
Let's stay positive and do our bit in this fight.1 person likes this
@sjvg1976 (41131)
• Delhi, India
21 Apr 21
Oh that's sad.
My elder brother was positive. My son and wife are having fever from last 4-5 days . They have not taken the test because in the government hospitals tests are not being conducted also there is lots of rush there.
Yes last few days were very scary for all of us and who knows what's going to happen in the coming days.
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
21 Apr 21
We are almost recovered.
You should get the test done. We should not ignore any mild symptoms too. Hope they are well isolated.
Wishing them a speedy recovery. Take care and stay safe.
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
23 Apr 21
We have almost recovered. We are quarantined till 2 May. Once the quarantine period is over, we will get tested again. Hopefully it should be negative by then.
Thanks for your concern and comforting words.
@JESSY3236 (19008)
• United States
20 Apr 21
Hope you feel better soon. I wish this virus would go away.
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
22 Apr 21
We have no symptoms now since last three days. Our quarantine gets over on 2 May. Then we will get the testing done again to see if it's negative. So far, we are recovering well.
I pray that it is gone soon. World has suffered enough
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@merrybelle2021 (1389)
• Philippines
21 Apr 21
How many hours was the meeting? Were you in an enclosed room with A/C? A house here was also placed under quarantine.
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
21 Apr 21
It was for an hour and we had a well ventilated big room with no AC. Here we have alarming rise in cases. Our apartment is a containment zone now with 50 families in quarantine.
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@arunima25 (85733)
• Bangalore, India
21 Apr 21
Thank you for your concern and comforting words. We are recovering well.
There has been no decision about physical school in coming academic year so far. It would depend on the situation then and everything is uncertain so far.
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