Beggars - Page 7

skysidhe · 11-13-2008, 09:37 AM

I give to charity.

BUT if I were in say Mexico l would give to a child.

I don't give money to men holding signs and putting their family on parade. I have a bitter point of view toward that then I wonder if I would ever be as desparate to do such a thing? I think, Nah, never.
Damn men. Be stronger than the weakest female I know. ( me )

That said,I have given a quarter or two to someone asking for change for a phone call.

Sundae · 11-13-2008, 10:13 AM

Ha - I've just remembered. When I was about 27 I was going to see my bf who lived in Brighton. I'd fallen over the day before and taken the skin off about half of my palm. The damn thing was throbbing like a migraine, even all bandaged up.

Anyway, I needed to go for a wee, and on Victoria Station that means you have to pay. The attendant wasn't answering the bell, so up came back up the stairs and asked people if they had any change. I had a pound coin in my hand - I wasn''t asking for money. I was young, well dressed, really quite attractive

and it was about 11.00 on a Saturday. I think it was the fourth person I approached who listened rather than blanking me and walking past.

It really shocked me - I'd been mistaken for a beggar!

Then again, I did the same to another woman, walking through Leicester. I could see her looking at me as I walked along and thought, "Damn, she's going to ask me for something." I considered pretending to take a phone call or something, but figured I'd have to face it out. Turns out a button on my shirt was undone and she wanted to let me know. She had no idea what I'd been thinking, but as I walked off I burned with shame for mis-judging her.

lumberjim · 11-13-2008, 10:19 AM

i had a guy approach me in a liquor store parking lot with a song and dance about his car being broken down, and being out of cash, and he knew my boss (dealer tag with CHN bracket on the demo i was driving) and he would give it to him when he saw him next.

I knew it was lies, and yet....i was pretty flush at the time, so i gave him a 20. I hope he got good and drunk.

bluecuracao · 11-13-2008, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by lumberjim

i had a guy approach me in a liquor store parking lot with a song and dance about his car being broken down, and being out of cash, and he knew my boss (dealer tag with CHN bracket on the demo i was driving) and he would give it to him when he saw him next.

I knew it was lies, and yet....i was pretty flush at the time, so i gave him a 20. I hope he got good and drunk.

And where is that liquor store you shop at, again?

Speaking of liquor...you know the panhandler I'd mentioned, who used to exchange his coins for cash at our store? MonkeyBoy ran into him yesterday, and he actually asked MB for money. This was strange, because he never asks either of us for a handout--probably because he knows that we know how much money he takes in.

He told MB he wanted money to buy beer. Normally, I would think that he'd already have enough to buy beer. But who knows, maybe the economy is affecting panhandlers, too.

DanaC · 11-13-2008, 11:31 AM

hahahahah that's brilliant.

lumberjim · 11-13-2008, 02:13 PM

it was that stop n shop on admiral wilson blvd.....westbound.

Shawnee123 · 11-13-2008, 02:25 PM

'Round here we call them Stop -n- Rob.

Urbane Guerrilla · 11-14-2008, 12:01 AM

I like giving money to buskers or other musical types. Okay, not for kazooists, but even a li'l ole harmonica can tip it. Value received for value given.

Aliantha · 11-14-2008, 12:06 AM

I don't know what the rules are anywhere else, but here, if you want to busk, you have to go for an audition and get a licence before you're allowed to put your hat out. I'm not sure if the licence costs you or not, but the process generally guarantees reasonable street entertainment.

smoothmoniker · 11-14-2008, 02:21 AM

I noticed that in Sydney - they earned their money! Great music, well performed, added to the vibe rather than taking away.

Aliantha · 11-14-2008, 02:33 AM

There's some great talent in Sydney. Lots of live music to be had there any night of the week.

smoothmoniker · 11-14-2008, 10:39 AM

We made a record there many years ago, and it was a thoroughly enjoyable experience, both inside and outside the studio.

regular.joe · 11-14-2008, 02:13 PM

I'm just curious, why is it considered weak in the poll question to give, and then regret it later?

I'm definitely not in the fuck em crowd. For a drunk on the street a 5 spot is a step closer to death or getting sober. I give em the money.

Sundae · 11-14-2008, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Aliantha

I don't know what the rules are anywhere else, but here, if you want to busk, you have to go for an audition and get a licence before you're allowed to put your hat out.

You have to audition to busk on the London Unerground too. Elsewhere, no. But the Police will move you on.

Quote:

Originally Posted by regular.joe

I'm just curious, why is it considered weak in the poll question to give, and then regret it later?

I had to chose Give enough to make them smile for the same reason.

lumberjim · 11-14-2008, 03:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by regular.joe

I'm just curious, why is it considered weak in the poll question to give, and then regret it later?
.

that particular answer indicates that you wouldn't normally give, but you got caught at a moment of weak will, and gave because it was easier than saying no.

View Poll Results: waht do you do when confronted by a beggar?
Ignore them. Never give to them. fuck em. get a job	7	14.58%
I give pocket change if I'm feeling weak, and regret it.	3	6.25%
It depends on the beggar, mainly	17	35.42%
I follow my whims	16	33.33%
I try to give enough to make them smile	3	6.25%
I give non cash items like food, clothing or beer	8	16.67%
I dig deep	0	0%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 48. You may not vote on this poll

11-13-2008, 10:19 AM	#3
lumberjim I can hear my ears Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 25,571	i had a guy approach me in a liquor store parking lot with a song and dance about his car being broken down, and being out of cash, and he knew my boss (dealer tag with CHN bracket on the demo i was driving) and he would give it to him when he saw him next. I knew it was lies, and yet....i was pretty flush at the time, so i gave him a 20. I hope he got good and drunk. __________________ This body holding me reminds me of my own mortality Embrace this moment, remember We are eternal, all this pain is an illusion ~MJKeenan

11-13-2008, 02:13 PM	#6
lumberjim I can hear my ears Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 25,571	it was that stop n shop on admiral wilson blvd.....westbound. __________________ This body holding me reminds me of my own mortality Embrace this moment, remember We are eternal, all this pain is an illusion ~MJKeenan

11-13-2008, 02:25 PM	#7
Shawnee123 Why, you're a regular Alfred E Einstein, ain't ya? Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 21,206	'Round here we call them Stop -n- Rob. __________________ A word to the wise ain't necessary - it's the stupid ones who need the advice. --Bill Cosby

11-14-2008, 12:01 AM	#8
Urbane Guerrilla Person who doesn't update the user title Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Southern California Posts: 6,674	I like giving money to buskers or other musical types. Okay, not for kazooists, but even a li'l ole harmonica can tip it. Value received for value given. __________________ Wanna stop school shootings? End Gun-Free Zones, of course.

11-13-2008, 09:37 AM	#1
skysidhe ~~Life is either a daring adventure or nothing.~~ Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 6,828	I give to charity. BUT if I were in say Mexico l would give to a child. I don't give money to men holding signs and putting their family on parade. I have a bitter point of view toward that then I wonder if I would ever be as desparate to do such a thing? I think, Nah, never. Damn men. Be stronger than the weakest female I know. ( me ) That said,I have given a quarter or two to someone asking for change for a phone call.

11-13-2008, 10:13 AM	#2
Sundae polaroid of perfection Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: West Yorkshire Posts: 24,185	Ha - I've just remembered. When I was about 27 I was going to see my bf who lived in Brighton. I'd fallen over the day before and taken the skin off about half of my palm. The damn thing was throbbing like a migraine, even all bandaged up. Anyway, I needed to go for a wee, and on Victoria Station that means you have to pay. The attendant wasn't answering the bell, so up came back up the stairs and asked people if they had any change. I had a pound coin in my hand - I wasn''t asking for money. I was young, well dressed, really quite attractive and it was about 11.00 on a Saturday. I think it was the fourth person I approached who listened rather than blanking me and walking past. It really shocked me - I'd been mistaken for a beggar! Then again, I did the same to another woman, walking through Leicester. I could see her looking at me as I walked along and thought, "Damn, she's going to ask me for something." I considered pretending to take a phone call or something, but figured I'd have to face it out. Turns out a button on my shirt was undone and she wanted to let me know. She had no idea what I'd been thinking, but as I walked off I burned with shame for mis-judging her.

11-13-2008, 11:31 AM	#5
DanaC We have to go back, Kate! Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Yorkshire Posts: 25,964	hahahahah that's brilliant.

11-14-2008, 12:06 AM	#9
Aliantha trying hard to be a better person Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Brisbane, Australia Posts: 16,493	I don't know what the rules are anywhere else, but here, if you want to busk, you have to go for an audition and get a licence before you're allowed to put your hat out. I'm not sure if the licence costs you or not, but the process generally guarantees reasonable street entertainment. __________________ Kind words are the music of the world. F. W. Faber

11-14-2008, 02:21 AM	#10
smoothmoniker to live and die in LA Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 2,090	I noticed that in Sydney - they earned their money! Great music, well performed, added to the vibe rather than taking away. __________________ to live and die in LA

11-14-2008, 02:33 AM	#11
Aliantha trying hard to be a better person Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Brisbane, Australia Posts: 16,493	There's some great talent in Sydney. Lots of live music to be had there any night of the week. __________________ Kind words are the music of the world. F. W. Faber

11-14-2008, 10:39 AM	#12
smoothmoniker to live and die in LA Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 2,090	We made a record there many years ago, and it was a thoroughly enjoyable experience, both inside and outside the studio. __________________ to live and die in LA

11-14-2008, 02:13 PM	#13
regular.joe Старый сержант Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: NC, dreaming of large Russian women. Posts: 1,464	I'm just curious, why is it considered weak in the poll question to give, and then regret it later? I'm definitely not in the fuck em crowd. For a drunk on the street a 5 spot is a step closer to death or getting sober. I give em the money. __________________ Birth, wealth, and position are valueless during wartime. Man is only judged by his character --Soldier's Testament. Death, like birth, is a secret of Nature. - Marcus Aurelius.

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