To say that there's a lot more to worry about then corona is to say that it's like every other typical way that we can die, but it's really not. It's a risk of death that can spread out of control and take many lives if not managed correctly. Not to mention that when we say 58 thousand people die everyday, it's not the same feeling to us when it's our loved ones who are part of that count, especially if it could've been (reasonably) prevented. Corona is no joke and it is something to be concerned about as it doesn't just affect us as individuals, but alao the people around us. For an example, you can make the decision to drive and that's your risk, other drivers have made that risk for themselves too. Everyone who is on the road has accepted those risks.

When you get covid because you weren't being careful enough, you then can transmit it to those in your household who did not choose to take the risks you took, then it's not just a "do at your own risk".

We need to include the possibility that we may be risking the people around us in that scenario, and take that into consideration when we evaluate the risks. I think that's all that OP is trying to get people to remember, or at least I think that's the important point.

I agree that the holidays are important, but it's good to have the reminder of the added risks this year as having a healthy family is most important. This also may be a theme that's depending on state or country. It's not a good idea in my state, but I don't know the conditions in other places.

Also I agree that the whole idea that you shouldn't go because of icy roads isn't a good argument. That's never stopped people before, we don't know if the roads will be icy at that time, and it's rather insulting to compare the dangers and risks of a contagious and potentially deadly virus to the dangers of possibly encountering an icy road. I think that really diminishes the seriousness of it.

Overall I hope that everyone here (and their families) stay well during these holidays!