Need advice - Drive, Fly, or Stay Home and watch online?

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In about 3 weeks, the funeral of one of my siblings will occur out of state about 1000 miles away. With COVID-19 currently surging in my state and there, I’m debating whether to fly, drive, or stay home entirely and watch it online, as I am told it will be live-streamed on computer for those who can’t attend in person.

What would you do if you were in a similar situation? Drive, fly, or live stream?

I am 62 and relatively healthy, although I have a slightly enlarged heart and high BP controlled by medication. My wife will not attend due to chronic health issues, and I surely don’t want to inadvertently bring COVID-19 back to her, as it could be fatal to her. On the other hand, I want to support my brother in law and the rest of my family at this difficult time.
 
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Oh gosh, what a tough situation. I’m so sorry for the loss of your sibling.

I think if it’s surging in both your states, it may be that the decision ends up being taken out of your hands. Personally I would err on the side of caution and stay at home but it’s understandable that you would want to support your family.
 
Thanks, Lou. I am going to pray about it, consult with my remaining siblings, and probably decide by the 4th.
 
If you do go, I don’t recommend a 1000-mile drive. Too long and youd be exposed to just as much risk as a couple hours plane ride IMHO.
 
I figured the drive all by myself would be less exposure to coronavirus while driving, but stopping for gas, rest stops, food, and motel might be problematic.

On the plane, it’s also a roll of the dice as to who sits nearby and if they are infected or not, although everyone must wear a mask, the airline told me. I’d have to change planes once, also, and wait in the airport for approximately an hour in between flights.
 
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I am sorry for your loss. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and may they Rest In Peace.

If it were me, I would stay home. It is a big trip driving alone, but I would not want to take the chance if my spouse were not in the best of health conditions.
 
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I would stay home and participate remotely to the extent possible. That is what I would do.

Perhaps a sort of risk-benefit analysis would be appropriate. There are risks associated with travel and with the gathering itself. There are benefits, but they may be less than you imagine, with severe restrictions on your proximity to others and time shared with others.
 
Good idea, Beryllos. I’ve done a risk benefit analysis in my mind but not on paper. I’ll try to do that tomorrow and chat with my siblings.
 
Fyi… I decided to stay home and watch the funeral online after praying, consulting with siblings, and thinking hard about it. Thanks for all who contributed your thoughts and advice.
 
I would stay at home and participate remotely. My wife, who has her doctorate in nursing practice, follows the CDC and Johns Hopkins information closely informed me that one of the at-risk populations are people with high BP even when it is controlled by medication. It’s best to be safe.
 
Good decision. I’m sorry for your loss. FYI, my son and daughter in law caught the virus on a plane. They’ve now recovered, but it was hard on them.
 
Sorry they got the virus from flying but am glad you son and DIL are ok now.

The airlines say they are taking every health and safety precaution, but the airline we typically use and have frequent flyer miles with announced they are loading to full capacity again, which I’m not comfortable with yet.
 
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