Great news, texted (family member who lives blessedly far away), we’re coming to visit you! We’ve just recovered from COVID so it won’t be a problem, you don't have to worry.
After I had concluded a therapeutic round of facepalming, and had stepped out onto my balcony for a wee shout at the clouds, I spent an unhappy afternoon drafting the following reply and updating our COVID safety protocol sheet.
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