No matter what the CDC says about chlorine killing the virus, my family is very concerned about my return to the pool, due to those who spit, pee, sweat in the pool, and particularly the heavy breathing above the water by other swimmers. Not to mention that they don't 100% believe that chlorine kills the virus, since we are inundated with contradictory recommendations and cautions. Is anyone staying away from pools until it really is "safe" -- the cases don't rise significantly? I worry about being the carrier to my family, esp. my grandson, who I watch and adore. I admit, I'm concerned about safety above the water, no matter what precautions the pools say they are taking. I swam indoors and watched guards look the other way when people don't shower off before getting in, or spit in the pool, and I've seen worse that I won't share here.
It's ultimately a question you will have to answer for yourself. None of us know you or your family, or the issues you may have to deal with if you go against their wishes. Perhaps there's a compromise? Is there a clean and safe lake you can swim in instead? I don't know what the water temperature is up there, but if it's feasible, it may be a safer option.
Elaine, there are no clean safe lakes around here. As hard as it is, I'm trying to put myself in their place. Having to go back to work is a necessity. To my close family, swimming is something I should wait to da AFTER A VACCINE is available.
It's ultimately a question you will have to answer for yourself. None of us know you or your family, or the issues you may have to deal with if you go against their wishes. Perhaps there's a compromise? Is there a clean and safe lake you can swim in instead? I don't know what the water temperature is up there, but if it's feasible, it may be a safer option.
Elaine, there are no clean safe lakes around here. As hard as it is, I'm trying to put myself in their place. Having to go back to work is a necessity. To my close family, swimming is something I should wait to da AFTER A VACCINE is available.
