Is anyone else feeling guilt over having your stuff delivered?

[IronLionZion]

53. Stores are dangerous places to go these days

so the fewer people go, the better. That's where delivery comes in. Professional delivery workers should probably have a process and equipment to keep them safe through this. As long as you're doing a no touch delivery where they drop it off in front of your door, it's probably not too much risk to either of you. You're providing employment plus tips to a person who wants/needs the money. If only delivery folks went to the store instead of customers, it would be somewhat safer.

I toyed with this dilemma before calling a plumber a couple weeks back. I try fixing things myself if I can but didn't know how in this case. He was so grateful for the work because fewer customers have been calling plumbers into their homes these days. Social distance, masks, gloves, etc. so it was safe enough. Pictures and texting helped plan it out efficiently so he could make one trip to the hardware store to get the right parts. No touch payment through Venmo. Cash is dirty.

But otherwise it doesn't matter much what you do, someone will always say you're wrong. So do what you have to do while being mindful of impact to others. I shop at small stores and avoid the big crowded ones with long lines. I also hold off on going as long as I can. I purchase takeout food now and then and go pick it up myself instead of delivery. I figure since I'm young and healthy, I can spare the risk to the delivery person. Some of my elderly neighbors did need help with some shopping so I picked up some things for them and left it on their doorstop, no touch. Facebook makes it easy for folks to post requests and offers on our building's group. Venmo or Paypal are great for payment.

I could easily be an asymptomatic carrier. I have no idea without testing. Anyone could be. My allergies and sneezing don't help matters, so I avoid people as much as I can just in case.