{"id":15957,"date":"2020-05-19T15:21:05","date_gmt":"2020-05-19T23:21:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wou.edu\/westernhowl\/?p=15957"},"modified":"2020-05-19T15:21:05","modified_gmt":"2020-05-19T23:21:05","slug":"social-events-turned-virtual","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wou.edu\/westernhowl\/social-events-turned-virtual\/","title":{"rendered":"Social events turned virtual"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span><strong>Rylie Horrall<\/strong> |\u00a0 Lifestyle Editor<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Our current pandemic situation has affected how numerous people go about their lives; some can\u2019t go to their favorite restaurants, take a night out with a loved one or friends or even hold a birthday party during this time of self-isolation. In this day and age, most have technology that enables us to stay in contact with those we hold dear, even if it isn\u2019t the same as seeing them in person. This doesn\u2019t change the fact that get-togethers are currently inadvisable; however, those in the household can still celebrate birthdays and accomplishments.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>While it\u2019s advised to stay in and limit contact with others, there isn\u2019t any \u2018rule\u2019 saying that festivities can\u2019t happen with people already living in the same household. In regards to birthday celebrations, people can still make decorations and cook food \u2014 which can be a fun activity to participate in. Maybe it isn\u2019t the same as going out like someone could have previously planned, but, it doesn\u2019t mean it has to be skipped altogether.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>For someone who wants to \u2018party\u2019 or just socialize with others not in their household, there are many video chatting applications that can be utilized for more than solely conversation. As an example, <a href=\"https:\/\/discord.com\/\">Discord<\/a> can be used for video and audio calls, and gaming software can be displayed so everyone can participate. To continue with the party theme, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jackboxgames.com\/party-pack\/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIm4fivsW-6QIVIRh9Ch0nMQyZEAAYASAAEgLrVfD_BwE\">JackBox Party<\/a> can be played remotely for everyone, as long as the screen is visible, leading to an enjoyable time similar to playing in person. Netflix Party and the website <a href=\"https:\/\/kast.gg\/download-r.html\">rabb.it<\/a> are options for groups who want to watch movies or TV shows together; the former allows all users to sync up their devices so everyone can view at the same time, while the latter depends on the \u2018host,\u2019 or whoever has control of the room.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Right now, the idea of going out freely without concern for COVID-19 may seem bleak, and staying cooped up without friends could be disheartening. Birthdays are still coming and going, but plans have to be altered or cancelled for safety and health reasons. Nevertheless, some enjoyment can be achieved through celebration with roommates or virtual contact with friends afar.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>Contact the author at <a href=\"mailto:rhorrall17@wou.edu\">rhorrall17@wou.edu<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Rylie Horrall |\u00a0 Lifestyle Editor Our current pandemic situation has affected how numerous people go about their lives; some can\u2019t go to their favorite restaurants, take a night out with a loved one or friends or even hold a birthday party during this time of self-isolation. 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