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As promised, another entry following up :)

Here in Thailand, the coronavirus situation isn’t the worst, but neither is it the best of both worlds.
According to my latest-read news sources, there are 1,245 recorded cases and 6 deaths. Personally, I’d say that the situation where I live isn’t disastrous. We don’t appear to have the classic shortage of toilet paper, but I am however starting to notice a sudden decrease in eggs. Oh well, gotta counterbalance somehow.

This weekend, the residents of Pattaya are strongly recommended to stay on quarantine, otherwise the government seems to be threatening a lockdown. It’s currently just ticked into the early afternoon, and well, what can I say? So far so good. I’ve slashed down the time by studying and reading blogs. My mum and brother had a sudden urge to make cookies, so it looks like I’ve found my next activity for today.

I hope the rest of you are holding on okay. From what I’ve read, it looks like we’re having it easy here. Stay safe, stay healthy, and stay hopeful.

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  1. Marti28 March 2020 at 01:03

    It's so interesting to read your perspective from Thailand!

    Keep safe!
    https://martistelling.blogspot.com/

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    1. Ksenia Akhunova28 March 2020 at 01:41

      I’d love to read about what the situation’s like for you. Perhaps an idea for an entry🤔

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  2. Poliishaa28 March 2020 at 03:13

    Its really nice to hear that everything is calm so far in Pattaya. Hope it stays that way!

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