28 Jun 23
@earl-of-trumps saidI feel, Earl, that it is a one-dimensional view of people. I don't have the answer how to handle it but isn't it possible that with some discipline the good things would outweigh the bad?
I remember when Starbucks just started to accommodate the street folk, and it resulted in them getting
used needles on the floor of the restrooms. Oi! It would be tough for me to go into a place likes that.
Anywho...
We can see the good in such programs as "Pay it forward", but can anyone see the harm? I remember we all thought
it was great to accommodate the ...[text shortened]...
to grow like a mushroom cloud and lead to the homeless crisis we have today.
food for thought
@torunn saidAhHaaa, you said the magic word, Torunn, discipline. Yes.
I feel, Earl, that it is a one-dimensional view of people. I don't have the answer how to handle it but isn't it possible that with some discipline the good things would outweigh the bad?
These homeless shelters often have clients who are long-term cases and yet they are not generally made to find work.
Ya. Discipline. That is a concept that does not bode well with the modern American.
29 Jun 23
@earl-of-trumps saidLuckily no discipline needed in the Tavern although I believe we could need some in the modern Sweden.
AhHaaa, you said the magic word, Torunn, discipline. Yes.
These homeless shelters often have clients who are long-term cases and yet they are not generally made to find work.
Ya. Discipline. That is a concept that does not bode well with the modern American.
29 Jun 23
@earl-of-trumps saidThat is precisely what we have ready for breakfast, and fresh brewed coffee. Enjoy!
Sounds good to me, Torunn.
How about some breakfast. I'd love some bacon and eggs w/ breakfast potatoes. Sound Ok?
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03 Jul 23
@torunn saidHmmm. Seems like the patrons have had other things to do. It may be time to open the patios. What do ya think torunn?🤔
That is precisely what we have ready for breakfast, and fresh brewed coffee. Enjoy!
03 Jul 23
@great-big-stees saidAnything for our guests, Stees.
Hmmm. Seems like the patrons have had other things to do. It may be time to open the patios. What do ya think torunn?🤔
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03 Jul 23
@torunn saidI’ll set them up. They probably need some cleaning so I’ll take care of that too.👍
Anything for our guests, Stees.
03 Jul 23
@great-big-stees saidI will get blankets and cushions for chilly days.
I’ll set them up. They probably need some cleaning so I’ll take care of that too.👍
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@great-big-stees saidNot that I know. Many foreigners here.🙂
Did anyone comment on the American flag I put up the pole?🤔🇺🇸
04 Jul 23
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It's so Beautyful, Stees, thanks for that, and happy 4th of July, everyone.