I admit I don’t wear a mask at all times when I am outdoors so this is a new expectation. I wonder if the “just do it” approach is intended to keep things simple. There is a new expectation that masks be worn outside.
I try to walk outside for exercise and I don’t wear a mask. We live a few blocks from a park and walking through the park offers an alternative to walking the streets (no sidewalks). City or not, I probably average crossing paths with less than a hand full of people on most outings and most would be on the other side of the street. The park actually generates the closest proximity as the paths are maybe 6 feet wide and I stay on the paths to avoid ice and snow.
I have very limited needs for socialization so I prefer to say hi as I pass rather than pause to complain about the Vikings or the cold. Walking is a great opportunity to listen to podcasts so I don’t like to walk with Cindy because she would probably want to talk and ruin my concentration. She also walks too fast. Again, speed is not conducive to concentration. Talking and fast walking – not good.
So, is my situation cause for concern or is the “all masked, all the time” suggestion just a way to communicate without complexity