I've got things going on via my camera, birding, day trippin', and such. But on Monday morning when I first got up from my long winter's nap [nighttime snooze], I opened up my cellphone only to read the local news and the top story headlines told me that our county had a couple thousand Johnson and Johnson one dose Covid vaccine. This is what Bud and I have been waiting for. Neither of us likes needles. Yes, we avoid them at all costs. But, this is a situation we can't ignore. And I jumped on the wagon and went out to the health department to register the two of us that instant, without delay. 
All in hopes of getting a reverse alert text saying we were scheduled the next day. [Tuesday was the day the J&J shots were going to be 'distributed'.] They may be less effective [85% instead of 90% and one can only trust the companies no matter which one is chosen], but the vaccine is touted to keep us out of the hospital and dying from the virus. Side effects are minimal. "Just what the doctor ordered". For the two of us anyway. Monday night we both received our text alert that we were scheduled to receive the vaccine at 9a.m. - thru noon - less than 24 hours from registration to the appointment. So, we left home around 6:30 a.m. [o'dark thirty], arrived at the county fairgrounds still dark, parked and got in line...we were #29- and #30 in line. There were thousands lined up by 8 a.m. They opened early...around 8:30 instead of 9 as posted online, and before 9 a.m. we were leaving again for home. Of all the nightmarish blog posts on getting scheduled to get the two doses, and having to go at different days for multiple family members, the two of us were able to get them done the same time/same day. And the setting was so very efficient, it was mind boggling. We only suffered a minor headache with no sore arm, no other woes. I feel now, if something happens to one of us, and we do need to enter a hospital, we are more protected. Maybe not from catching the virus, but at least we are 'safer' and will suffer less tragic events like others in the past year.
Tomorrow I will get a post scheduled for some day trippin' taken in the last few days.
What a relief to have it done! Congratulations.
ReplyDeleteIt was a long wait for this.
DeleteIt's amazing how in some states people are getting their shots no problem and in others they have to practically jump through hoops to get one. Glad yours was a good experience.
ReplyDeleteI know.
DeleteSo glad you got your vaccinations. Ours went very well and I was also happy we could get it done together. It is a relief to get it done isn’t it?
ReplyDeleteYes, a relief.
DeleteGlad you had success. We get our second shit tomorrow. I am so praying Roger does not have any side effects. I dont want them either, but just hard to see him be sick now.
ReplyDeleteGetting sick is NOT good at all.
Deleteit does fit, doesn't it? I don't know at the times I catch that particular typo...I thought about deleting it but since it brings you so much laughter...and truthfully, sitting here with tears in my eyes....LOL I needed to laugh...did not think I would be laughing at myself.
DeleteYes, so fitting. And hilarious.
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ReplyDeleteI am glad you both were able to get your vaccination shots. Hubby and I took whatever they were offering, so we have to go back for a second shot of Moderna. It is a relief, I will feel safe when the second dose is done. Take care, enjoy your day!
Remember, it takes a while for it to "kick in".
DeleteHooray! Glad you're all vaxxed up and had an easy time of it, too.
ReplyDeleteI was dreading the long lines & wait time.
DeleteSo thankful you've both been vaccinated, so glad it all went so smoothly and that side effects were minimal too. I'd been going through the watch the blue dot nightmare like Sandra did. I finally got our appointments, we're getting the Moderna - the hubs goes today, I go tomorrow. Not a big inconvenience having different days since it's right down the street from our house.
ReplyDeleteIt has been a "nightmare" for so many.
DeleteSo glad you got your shot. One and done must really feel good. We are not bullet proof being fully vaccinated but the relief is almost tangible.
ReplyDeleteThe vaccines protect against the worse scenarios. I guess.
DeleteWonderful for you!
ReplyDeleteJ&J is the only one, we would even consider. My husband and son are pharmacists, and can understand a lot of the medical details, about these so-called-vaccines. And are not impressed.
At least J&J is a bit different. Also, it isn't available around here. Was... when I tried to get scheduled, places were full up.
We really aren't *chomping at the bit* to get any. Our life style has not been that much altered, by staying safe. There are long time used and safe meds... For helping, if one contracts it.
Now, how long before you are "safe"? 'Cause they take quite a while, to be fully working. And that is, only, if our older immune system, is still able to pump up, in the necessary way.
And that is why, drug companies, did not have many OLD people, in the original tests!!!! Because it is a medical fact, that the Old, have compromised immune systems, anyway. And Old People's Results, would have made their experimental so-called vaccines, look bad. LOL
Making money, comes first, even in medicine. >,-)
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This was good to read!!
DeleteOur 2nd shot is this coming Monday; easy to go just a couple of miles to our local health center. I never mind shots since having shoulder injections every 8 weeks but those hurt a bit. I can't imagine being in an area with thousands lined up for shots! Glad you are vaccinated and it wasn't a nightmarish event for you.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad that we finally are able to choose the vaccine.
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DeleteI'm so happy you and your hubby are now protected, Anni! Good for you!!! ~Andrea xoxo
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DeleteSo glad you were both able to get the vaccine. DH and I got our 2 doses with minimal trouble too. The hospital where we got them was very organized and efficient.... in and out within 30 minutes.
ReplyDeleteYay for efficiency!!
DeleteGood for you...I'm so glad you were able to get the shots you wanted.
ReplyDeleteI like your attitude about it not being the "cure all" but just added safety.
Sue
Yep, added safety.
DeleteSo glad you were able to get vaccinated!
ReplyDeleteMe too, finally.
DeleteOne and Done and two for one visit and YA HOO... congrats on getting it done. the relief is wonderful
ReplyDeleteIt takes about 4 weeks for "immunity" to build.
DeleteYAY x 2 for you and Bud!! Whew of what a relief it is too I know. One and done. So happy you had must minor side effects. They are a PITA but are a badge of honor and accomplishment too.
ReplyDeleteFavorite sis and BIL of Angel Madi rec'd their 2nd Moderna yesterday. SIL's parents and we have been fully vaccinated. We hope to see favorite sis and BIL of Angel Madi very soon for the first time in 15 months. We have so very much missed them.
Dental went well. I'll be telling all about the adventure tomorrow on Thankful Thursday.
Hugs Cecilia
Ahhh, to get back to a bit of normalcy.
DeleteCongrats on getting the shot! I am surprised that you had to physically go out to register after getting the alert. We were able to schedule the appointment online and what was nice is that it was a drive-thru. However, I do have a second shot coming up in two weeks. I got the Moderna vaccine. I just hope that we don't have to get yearly booster shots, like the flu shot. :-(
ReplyDeleteI registered first then got the alert.
DeleteThat's great news. And you are one and done! I am fully vaccinated and as of yesterday, fully protected from that awful virus. Congratulations to the both of you. :-)
ReplyDeleteYou're never fully protected.
DeleteHURRAH!!! After we got our, I felt so much less anxious.
ReplyDeleteI hear ya!!
DeleteAwesome! Each person that gets the vaccine is one less to become very ill.
ReplyDeleteAmen.
DeleteI so happy that you and Bud are all set with your vaccine, Anni!
ReplyDeleteIt's a relief.
DeleteGlad all went well for you. I've decided not to get the vaccine - I just don't do well with any kind of medicine. We are pretty much isolated here anyway and don't really go anywhere.
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