Opinion

“What’s the coronavirus?” my five-year-old asked me curiously after overhearing part of my conversation with a friend about the current state of the world.

As the COVID-19 virus tightens its grip over B.C. in the coming weeks, it would be wise to remember some reassuring words from Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry. “Remember, this is not forever,” she likes to say at her daily media briefings.

Editor: I’m fine with the decision to open the new Pattullo Bridge at four lanes. First, the four new lanes will be wider and will increase traffic flow as trucks will not have to straddle both lanes with their flashers on.

Editor: Is it just me or is the parking at the New Westminster SkyTrain Station discouraging shoppers accessing any of the shops, theatre or banks.

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The first time I heard the term “social distancing,” it reminded me of the “conscious uncoupling” term actress Gwyneth Paltrow and pop star Chris Martin used when they separated. We laughed then, but no one is laughing now.

Many people are stocking up on supplies and with good reason. While panic is not warranted, prudent preparation is.

When you are editor of a community newspaper, you hear a lot of theories about how things are supposed to be. Some are legitimate theories, some are what I would politely refer as the crackpot variety. They all flow into my email or Twitter DMs.

Are you ill? Stay home and away from others, health officials advise.

They don't seem to be as prepared as they'd like us to think