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Can you bear the thought of being touched again by a stranger

(85 Posts)
DanniRae Thu 28-May-20 13:31:23

I'd be fine about it!

MerylStreep Thu 28-May-20 13:10:15

Not in the least. If my masseuse, nail technician was open tomorrow I'd be there like a shot. But I've never been frightened, worried, anxious about the virus.

annodomini Thu 28-May-20 12:56:27

I am hoping for an appointment with my dentist. And I will be making appointments at my hairdresser's and my local salon. None of the above are strangers.

travelsafar Thu 28-May-20 12:23:53

I would love to have my feet touched by a chiropodist!!! smile Seriously though why can't they re open.
They would be sat at the end of your body, hopefully dressed in appropriate gear, they could even put a small screen up like surgeons do when doing operations on those who are awake, likewise those who do pedicures. Not so sure about manicurists though thats a bit too near people's heads and involves touching hands, even with gloves on. Just a thought.

TrendyNannie6 Thu 28-May-20 12:22:42

??luckygirl

Luckygirl Thu 28-May-20 12:16:00

I will be happy to be hugged by anybody! - just anybody!!!!

Form an orderly queue! grin

Totallylost Thu 28-May-20 12:12:43

Thanks OLDBUTUSEFUL, I wasn’t sure if I was being selfish considering having one

ginny Thu 28-May-20 11:42:35

Dentists ,hairdressers and the line will be fine. I just hope the hugging and kissing by people who are almost strangers will stop. A handshake and or a smile will do nicely thank you. I’ll save my hugs, kisses and touches for those I love .

Oldbutstilluseful Thu 28-May-20 11:35:58

Like so many of us, I haven’t physically touched another person for over 2 months. I’m fine with it. I live alone so am used to having the occasional hug, but am now looking forward to hugging my family, eventually. However, the thought of a massage is bliss. If the therapist has put all the necessary safeguards in place, I’d be there like a shot!

Totallylost Thu 28-May-20 11:21:58

Ive had a text this morning from my massage therapist saying she’s hoping to be up and running again by July , I’m not sure how i feel about it, any thoughts anyone