"But it provides several exceptions, including for children who are younger than 10 years old, people who have a medical condition that prevents them from wearing a mask, people who are eating or drinking, and people who are exercising outdoors."

Walking is exercising.

Nibble on something at all times. Drink something as you walk.

I get panic attacks if something is covering my face.

"Along with the mask order, Abbott on Thursday also banned certain outdoor gatherings of over 10 people unless local officials approve. He had previously set the threshold at over 100 people. The new prohibition also goes into effect Friday afternoon."

In other words, people can still protest and riot without wearing masks.

Good luck with a Dem governor.....