My Name Is Marcella and I am A Germ Freak

My name is Marcella and I’m a germ freak.

I have been a germ freak most of my life; at least as far back as I can remember. Not something I’m proud of; but it is what it is.

Along comes COVID-19 and I find The Man and me in “High Risk” Category. Me, simply because I “lived long enough to be wise” and The Man, also in the “lived long enough to be wise” category, who unfortunately has two underlying health issues . His issues are monitored regularly by his doctors (and me, by being bitchy, as needed).

I thought I would share with you what The Man and I are doing to minimize our exposure to COVID-19 (there are no known cases in our county at this time, but we live off a very busy freeway exit with lots of food establishments… just a matter of time…):

The Man is staying home and I am limiting my outside exposure. (I try to schedule when less people are out – early visits to stores.)
When I go out, I keep hand sanitizer in the car and use after every start. I try to touch items as little as possible.
When out, I’m not touching others. So far, I’ve seen no one out who is visibly sick, but If I do, I’ll be avoiding them.
Sanitize my debit cards. Carry my own writing utensils.
Spray my keys with Lysol.
When I return home from being in public my clothes go in the wash and I take a shower.
I spray the soles of my shoes with Lysol.
Washing our hands several times a day.
Cleaning and sanitizing counter tops daily. I also spray the inside of the car and all handles after use.
Spraying (with Lysol) knobs, light switches, handles, bathrooms daily – anywhere we touch regularly.
Bathing daily and after going out in public places.
Washing bed sheets every other day and only using bath towels once. Washing robes and everyday-wear items more often (every 2 to 3 days).
Staying hydrated. One of The Man’s health issues requires that he drink 50 ounces of water a day; so I do the same.
Eating more veggies and fruits.
Consulting cdc.gov often and if I have a question.
Using common sense and trying not to panic… not easy for a germ freak.