I can't believe that you not only lied to him about the bags but actually thought that you'd come here and post this and think that anyone would side with you. You really need to reevaluate your priorities in life if you thought there was any choice other than to give him a bag and anything else you could have spared. I'm honestly stunned at this level of self-admitted, self-centeredness.
The more I stew on this, the more I fucking hate you.
Right? He was willing to PAY for a bag. He didn't even expect it for free. A trash bag. From someone who can afford lights and the electric bill to run said lights for at least a month. Days before THANKSGIVING.
I'm very seriously considering stopping by the gas station near my house that is frequented by homeless people and buying them all something to eat tonight. Because fuck you.
Post by notsocreepylurker on Nov 21, 2016 20:25:30 GMT -5
I'm sorry to keep posting but this pissed me off.
You are probably the person who picks a kid off the Angel Tree then complains about what they ask for. Or buy them the Dollar Store "Barbie" instead of the real thing. Or if someone asks for clothes you give them used clothes you were going to donate.
You are probably the person who picks a kid off the Angel Tree then complains about what they ask for. Or buy them the Dollar Store "Barbie" instead of the real thing. Or if someone asks for clothes you give them used clothes you were going to donate.
And what does it being dusk have to do with it? Are you trying to imply because the sun was setting this was a bad scenario? Obviously there was enough light out for you to hang your fucking lights.
You are probably the person who picks a kid off the Angel Tree then complains about what they ask for. Or buy them the Dollar Store "Barbie" instead of the real thing. Or if someone asks for clothes you give them used clothes you were going to donate.
Ughhh I wish they let our toys for tots kids write what they wanted on their tags. I want to get them something they'll be happy with and I'm always so scared I'll choose wrong.
I've seen this attitude a lot in real life, sadly. My city has a large homeless population and some people are just TERRIFIED of them. Like, double check the car door locks near panhandlers terrified. These people aren't trying to kill you. They're trying to live. The man wanted a fucking bag, he wasn't going to take the bag as an invitation to rob you blind.
I don't really understand what happened here. Like, how did you not just automatically go get what he asked for? A garbage bag. That was too much to spare?
Post by stackingtens on Nov 21, 2016 20:46:33 GMT -5
I can't even bring myself to read all the responses, but I'm sure they are all in the same vein.
The worst thing to lose when homeless is dignity. Just to get the courage to ask for something when most people see you as invisible is hard enough. Then knowing the chance that the person is an asshole is high, I don't think I'd have the courage.
You proved that theory right and that breaks my heart.
It never ceases to amaze me that people continue to post many of the asshole thoughts that they have. At least keep that shit to yourself. Reminder - you don't have to post every simple thought that comes in to your brain.
Post by carrotsmakemefat on Nov 21, 2016 20:58:25 GMT -5
If this question is what I think it is (fuck that DD), I would have given him a bag and offered food/blanket or whatever. Because I'm not an asshole and have a heart
I was stopped about six cars down an offramp today and saw a homeless man standing near the first car. He was elderly and it was about 30 degrees. Then I saw the driver of that car roll down the window, take off their gloves and hand them through the window to him. I've spent all day thinking about that gesture. I think maybe you need to think about it, too.
Post by turnipthebeet on Nov 21, 2016 21:00:59 GMT -5
Yeah, fuck off with that question. Like, what kind of person doesn't know what to do in this situation.
And let's pretend that there had been violence in your area. You couldn't have asked him to sit tight, ran inside to the garage to get a couple of bags, and gone back out?
But happy fucking thanksgiving. Hope you have plenty to be thankful for, like your abundance of garbage bags.
This post is making me want to donate to our local shelter.
it actually reminded me that I need to give to the Denver Rescue Mission. I always do right before Thanksgiving and hadn't yet. Instead of a one time donation I decided to make it recurring monthly donations. I should have made it in honor of trident0
We support them a lot during the year. ksun have you ever taken the tour? I'd highly recommend it. They use the donations so carefully. Quite an impressive operation. I think my donation will be made in honor of trident0 too! Good idea!