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Hi Friends,
I will always remember my BCT --at Fort Campbell, KY., U.S. Army training, in 21 Aug. of 1967, E-6-2 [Company] and Senior Drill Sargent Dunbar who sounded like the thunder from Heaven. At that time the war in Vietnam was raging and he was preparing us for battle and combat. He said that he saw a lot of mayhem when he served in Korea and what saved him thru all of that blood and guts. He said one day.... 'that if he was ordered to go to RVN, he would only get killed in a freak accident --- because he was going to do everything by the book!' He said that was the key to survival in a combat zone, and therefore we would all do well to follow his example and doctrine. I will never forget that time, and I tried hard to keep that INFO in the front of my mind, even if I did some crazy things in my 2 years over there. But I think that Father God had a lot to do with my survival, too.
Being in combat always "Trumps a man's discussions and gives him a glow of authority," IMHO. Companies and men of authority usually liked to hire someone who had been in the Service/ Combat because they were never afraid of hard work nor taking orders and completing their missions/ job. Well, I figure that if there is an opportunity standing in front of me --- jump on it ! My Dad instilled a 'hard work ethic' in all of his kids.' I went a step further --- to get some kind of skill set or more education, too, to "make a person worth more, in the business sense." I am a great believer in Self-Education, plus what ever structured classroom experience we could benefit from. I was age 38 before I finally grabbed the chance to attend College, and I loved it ! I got straight B's, but in retrospect, I wish I would have studied much harder... and read my Welding text book, etc., that we had to pay so much money $$$$ for. God gives us Grace [undeserved Kindness] but we need to take and use IT ! Most of us own a Bible, but how many 'MAKE THE TIME TO READ AND STUDY IT ?
Below are some great, logical points that should help us understand more about the Covid-19 China virus. Please make/ seize the time now to read and share if you think they have merit. They look pretty straight forward to me, so I put them into my mind. Sent to me by an old friend from far away, Ruth H. THANK YOU, RUTH !
Warm Regards and Blessings,
Thomas G Schuckman
Email: tschuckman@aol.com
From John's Hopkins Hospital regarding the Covid-19 virus
* This virus is not a living organism. It is a protein molecule (RNA or DNA) covered by aprotective layer of lipid (fat), which, when absorbed by the cells of the ocular (eyes),nasal (nose) or buccal mucosa (mouth), changes their genetic code (mutates) and convertsinto aggressor and multiplier cells.* Since the virus is not a living organism, but is a protein molecule, it cannot be killed.It has to decay on its own. The disintegration time depends on the temperature,humidity and type of material where it lies.* The virus is very fragile; the only thing that protects it is a thin outer layer of fat,and that is the reason why soap or detergent is the best weapon. The foamCUTS THE FAT (that is why you have to scrub for 20 seconds or more, to create lotsof foam). By dissolving the fat layer, the protein molecule disperses and breaks down.* HEAT melts fat; this is why it is necessary to use water above 77 degrees for hand washing,laundry and cleaning surfaces. In addition, hot water makes more foam, making it more effective.* Alcohol or any mixture with alcohol over 65% DISSOLVES ALL FAT, especially the external lipid layer of the virus.* Any solution with 1 part bleach and 5 parts water directly dissolves the protein, breaking it down from the inside.* Oxygenated water increases the effectiveness of soap, alcohol and chlorine, because peroxide dissolves the virus protein. However, because you have to use it in its pure form, it can damage your skin.* NO BACTERICIDE OR ANTIBIOTIC WILL WORK because the virus is not a living organism like bacteria; antibodies cannot kill what is not alive.* The virus molecules remain very stable at colder temperatures, including air conditioning in houses and cars. They also need moisture and darkness to stay stable. Therefore, dehumidified, dry, warm and bright environments will degrade the virus faster.* UV LIGHT on any object that may contain the virus breaks down the protein. Be careful, it also breaks down collagen (which is protein) in the skin.* The virus CANNOT go through healthy skin.* Vinegar is NOT useful because it does not break down the protective layer of fat.* NO SPIRITS, NOR VODKA, serve. The strongest vodka is only 40% alcohol, and you need a minimum of 65%.* LISTERINE is 65% alcohol.* The more confined the space, the higher the concentration of the virus there can be. The more open or naturally ventilated, the less.* You have to wash your hands before and after touching any commonly used surfaces such as: mucosa (mouth area), food, locks, knobs, switches, remotes, cell phones, watches, computers, desks etc… and don’t forget when you use the bathroom.* You have to MOISTURIZE YOUR HANDS due to frequent washing. Dry hands have cracks and the molecules can hide in the micro cracks. The thicker the moisturizer, the better.* Also keep your NAILS SHORT so that the virus does not hide there.PLEASE SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS