lagomorph777
lagomorph777's JournalAm I the only one happy about self-isolating?
It's always been my tendency anyway! Plus I'm saving money on gas, and able to work a little extra time each day, with no commute.
On The Beach
One of the best movies I've ever seen. Particularly apt at this moment. Best performances I've ever seen, from every one of the all-star cast.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/On_the_Beach_(1959_film)
On the Beach is a 1959 American post-apocalyptic science fiction drama film from United Artists, produced and directed by Stanley Kramer, that stars Gregory Peck, Ava Gardner, Fred Astaire, and Anthony Perkins. This black-and-white film is based on Nevil Shute's 1957 novel of the same name depicting the aftermath of a nuclear war. Unlike in the novel, no one is assigned blame for starting the war; the film hints that global annihilation may have arisen from an accident or misjudgment.
US lawmakers advised to use Vulcan greeting to avoid coronavirus exposure
https://www.space.com/coronavirus-star-trek-spock-vulcan-greeting.htmlWhile hand washing and limiting exposure remain ideal ways to protect yourself and others from spreading illnesses like the flu or COVID-19, lawmakers and "Star Trek" fans alike have suggested that, instead of shaking hands, using the Vulcan greeting that Leonard Nimoy, who played Spock on the original series of the beloved franchise, famously devised.
At a closed-door meeting of the House Democratic caucus this morning (March 10), the coronavirus was a major topic of discussion, according to CNN. The meeting included discussion of how members could best prevent the spread of the virus.
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