That's what he told me today. That he only stayed with me for the sake of our son.
Andrew works in Tucson but we live closer to Phoenix. Rather than drive 1.5 hours, he has been living in a studio out there. I thought that was rather "considerate" of me.
The contract was for 1 month. NO big deal but has been extended. I lost my spring break and have noone here to take care of these kids but me. It really sucks. Additionally, because he has a gambling habit, I get no money. Really, In the past 3 months, I've gotten 400 bucks. Wow...(sarcasm).
While it is true we have not had any sexual relations in quite awhile, this is because of several reasons:
1. Metformin and no desire
2. Religious - he's trying to get baptized
3. Never together
So, today, he decided he was going to Tucson himself to get his key made. Why himself? That is the curious part....
The past few weeks he was talking about going to a bar...
Today he decided he needed to go himself to Tucson.
Something was definitely up.
So, I said to him: Do you think this job is more important than your family?
He said, "Yes. And I never considered this a family."
So I slapped him in the face and his glasses came off and they were already in frames that were not the right ones so the lens popped out and he lost it.
He then began to tell me that we were only together for the sake of our son.
He said, "Right." Like, he believed I agreed.
So, then, I said, "Why tell me you love me on the phone when it isn't true."
So, I guess he was "pretending" to love me. Foiled again. Why am I always the last to know.
After I wept for a long time, I said, "Well, thanks for letting me know when he was 3, instead of waiting until he was 15. At least that gives me a chance to find someone else who may care about me."
Of course, that will never happen. Sure, someone may be infatuated with me or even love me, but something will always stand in the way of happiness. I don't even believe love is real anymore. It's just a chemical thing. Inside I know it must be real, but having not experienced it, well...
Saturday, April 23, 2011
Thursday, April 21, 2011
Florence schools - PTO embezzlement, no transportation, and threatening letters from the school.
Let's start here:
Walker Butte in Johnson Ranch.
Children walking past sex offender, no transportation option from the school.
Now, my friend's daughter was walking to school and home alone which is not a really big issue. Considering a bus stops right around the corner but would not pick the child up, it seemed a little odd. So, in doing some research, we discovered a registered sex offender living across the street from the park next to the school. When my friend informed the school that her daughter needed to ride that bus, they refused, until she mentioned the sex offender.
Here is the interesting part - The school staff already knew. And yet, each day, children are walking past this offender's home. Do I have an issue with the bussing situation in FUSDAZ - YES.
Maybe it is because I don't like Florence. They remind me of the aliens in Independence day - They are like locust...
So, they are opportunists. So what, right?
Transportation from Florence to Poston Butte in San Tan Valley?
Florence perhaps set the boundaries maybe hoping that Florence would one day expand or something ... I have no idea when or how the boundaries were set, but the boundaries are as such:
San Tan Valley is part of the Florence Unified School district. This may be why Ben Franklin and other charters in the are are doing so well!
I called the district. As it turns out, FUSD will bus high school students from Florence to San Tan Valley. They will bus high school students from San Tan Valley to Florence. (note: As if anyone in their right mind would want to attend there!)
Now, what they will not do and has recently come to my attention is to bus students in Magic Ranch - which is between Florence High School and Poston Butte. That seems wrong.
Ok. Well, sometimes bus transportation is as dangerous as walking. But, what about that young man who moved to Magic Ranch, parents have only 1 vehicle and was told he had to attend Florence High now? Doesn't it seem wrong to bus the students all the way out in Florence but not this young man who lives in the middle.
Here is part that really upset me:
Whether San Tan Vally is incorporated or not, the school system will continue to be run under the Florence School district as San Tan Valley is "within the boundaries". How can those boundaries be changed? That is the question.
EmbezzlementThere were several instances of embezzlement or "Misuse of funds" at Walker Butte. There were policies set in place to avoid this from happening again. However, those policies were not followed and it did happen again last year.
This is what I have noticed about Florence schools:
1. No transportation when neeeded
2. Half days every other Wednesday (some exceptions)
3. Early start - as early as mid July
4. 2 week intersessions
5. Middle school and elementary transportation in Florence but not San Tan Valley
6. Rude office staff. (You... did not get an education and if you are miserable, go work away from people, especially children.)
7. Homework is all loose papers and copies
The one thing that really bothers me is the selling of items ALL THE TIME.
They sell donuts for a dollar, snow cones for a dollar, and there is always something going on where they are trying to sell students something! It's disgusting.
Children automatically go to sweep in high school, even if they are signed in by an adult.
Threatening letters
I wish I could scrounge up a letter from Florence regarding my late student. Today my son was 1 minute late. Imagine, one minute. However, I am sure to receive a letter informing me of the statute that states students can be late so many times before there may be court action.
Alright, that is interesting as Higley district informs parents that education is important and there is no mention of court, the statute etc.
What is even more interesting is that after looking at the statute, it does not apply to my 17 year old son. That's right. After 16, attendance is basically voluntary. So what in the world are they doing threatening parents.
Honestly, students need to be enrolled for so long in order for the school to get the "Credit" for that child.
Finally, there is a 50/yr insurance requirement for the $200 notebooks students are required to use. Now, I asked if I could provide a laptop for my son rather than have him use the school issued one. I was told - NO.
The notebook insurance fee is not refundable, and at the end of their time at the school, the student may NOT keep the notebook. In fact, one student did not return a notebook and the police were called and Poston Butte attempted to file a report of theft.
So, if I did not return a library book, will they call the police?
Florence schools may seem like they are up on technology, a forward thinking institution and a great school district. I would have liked to have provided more information, but their website is currently down. That is how "great" they are.
Apples for Apples?
Tonight I stopped at Walmart to do a little ad matching and was refused by the CSS. Yes, refused. Can you imagine this? It was odd.
The explanation given to me was that Walmart sells canteloupe and tangelos using the "each" method and the competitor sold the item by the "pound". Now, given that the new "ad match campaign" was released last week by Walmart, I was a little confused.
In addition to not requiring the actual ad, the campaign stated, "if you can find a lower price anywhere else, we will be sure to match it."
Are you SURE?
I surely did not obtain my canteloupe or tangelos.
So, I called the location at Germann/Gilbert and spoke with the assistant manager. He informed me that Walmart will match items but it must be apple for apple or orange for orange.
me: Well, actually, I was trying to match canteloupe for canteloup and tangelo for tangelo, but the manager, Jesse, refused."
It was nice that he apologized, but I did have to go to another Walmart.
Also, he told me that the competitor store must be within 5 miles. 5 miles, really? I did not see that anywhere. In fact, I believe that the term "ANYWHERE" used in their ad could have some legal ramifications.
ANYWHERE???
If you can find a lower price ANYWHERE else, we will be sure to match it.
I am really tempted to find ads in other cities, states, even countries and then sue for misrepresentation.
The explanation given to me was that Walmart sells canteloupe and tangelos using the "each" method and the competitor sold the item by the "pound". Now, given that the new "ad match campaign" was released last week by Walmart, I was a little confused.
In addition to not requiring the actual ad, the campaign stated, "if you can find a lower price anywhere else, we will be sure to match it."
Are you SURE?
I surely did not obtain my canteloupe or tangelos.
So, I called the location at Germann/Gilbert and spoke with the assistant manager. He informed me that Walmart will match items but it must be apple for apple or orange for orange.
me: Well, actually, I was trying to match canteloupe for canteloup and tangelo for tangelo, but the manager, Jesse, refused."
It was nice that he apologized, but I did have to go to another Walmart.
Also, he told me that the competitor store must be within 5 miles. 5 miles, really? I did not see that anywhere. In fact, I believe that the term "ANYWHERE" used in their ad could have some legal ramifications.
ANYWHERE???
If you can find a lower price ANYWHERE else, we will be sure to match it.
I am really tempted to find ads in other cities, states, even countries and then sue for misrepresentation.
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Miniority Patrol
So, based on the experience over at the Mediacom office, I thought it would be an awesome idea to do an "undercover" minority patrol type channel on YouTube or something.
Basically, I would get information about people who felt as though they were discriminated against and record a transaction with the same location using a person with the same character traits and physical appearance with a similar situation. Now, this can be a white person at a black establishment, a black person where there is a mostly white population, Asians, Hispanics, Middle Eastern, Candians, elderly, youth, males, females, etc. etc. We could even do this for homo and heteros.
This would be a sort of "Outing" establishments that tend to discriminate.
I think this type of undercover action would really help to empower the minorities who felt discrimination. I am not saying we could validate any alleged discrimination, but it would be ... well, FUN!
Basically, I would get information about people who felt as though they were discriminated against and record a transaction with the same location using a person with the same character traits and physical appearance with a similar situation. Now, this can be a white person at a black establishment, a black person where there is a mostly white population, Asians, Hispanics, Middle Eastern, Candians, elderly, youth, males, females, etc. etc. We could even do this for homo and heteros.
This would be a sort of "Outing" establishments that tend to discriminate.
I think this type of undercover action would really help to empower the minorities who felt discrimination. I am not saying we could validate any alleged discrimination, but it would be ... well, FUN!
We just want to return this equipment
Over the weekend, I asked Andrew to pack up the Mediacom boxes and modem to return these to Mediacom. We had UPS boxes and the packing tape was on top of the fridge. Well, he did not tape up the boxes and take them to UPS, so on Monday, I went to tape these up and could not find the tape. How many times do I need to buy packing tape!
We got a much better deal with Qwest on the internet and we have Netflix so there is absolutely no reason to have Mediacom at this point. My contract was up and they did not have any deals to offer. Put it simply, they were wanting to charge 170/month for something we can get for 50. Easy enough decision.
Now, another thing to keep in mind is that we have been using Mediacom for several years and I was (emphasize "WAS") a stockholder in the company. I did make a nice profit off of the stock, I can say.
So, I called my friend, Nicole. She and I went to the QuikTrip for a beverage and packing tape. We decided to just take the equipment to Mediacom, against my better judgement. I argued with her that the place was located in Apache Junction. I never want to go there. Both of us have previous experiences with discrimination in that town. Her experience was at the Wal-Mart, mine was at a Taco Bell.
So, I tend to avoid going there.
Take into consideration the racial makeup of this city.
92.66% White
0.61% Black or African American
0.99% Native American
0.52% Asian
3.11% from other races, and 2.03% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.80% of the population.
Now, this town has a population of about 34k people and their median income for a family is 38k. That is pretty pathetic in terms of the rest of the state. Actually, that is pretty pathetic in any terms.
At any rate, we enter the Mediacom with the equipment in shipping boxes and the clerk states to us, "You ladies can start unpacking the boxes." I respond with, "No, that's your job. I already put these in the boxes."
Needless to say, there was no table and unpacking the equipment while standing in line could be a situation where something may fall. Beside, wasn't this her job! At least, that is what I thought.
She then asked me for identification and rudely asked me if I was Marcia and if this was my account. I could not believe how rude this woman was being. I said, "Now, if UPS brought this in, would you ask for identification? The name and address are on the box."
She said, "In order for me to issue you a receipt, I need to see id".
I could not believe I was being carded to return equipment. I hand her my id.
Then, she started shaking one box. "Is this box empty?" She continued to shake the box with the modem in it.
I responded, "Why would I bring an empty box!" I left out the word, Idiot, but that's really what I meant.
She then begins to unpack the equipment and all the equipment was working when I brought it in. There was one back of 1 remote control missing. At that point, she told us that I would need to pay 25 dollars for the "broken" remote. I state that that is not true and that as a customer, I can bring in a remote and get a new one in trade without paying 25 dollars. She states this is not true.
At this point, I say, "Well, then... just return the merchandise back to me and I will find the back of the remote and bring that back."
She stated that she could not do that, that the equipment was the property of Mediacom and it was on its way to the warehouse. It was sitting right there.
She stated, "You are disconnected."
I said, "Yes, at my request, I disconnected service."
I then ask if a supervisor can do a reverse the return so I can return the merchandise at a later date. In fact, I just did not want to deal with this woman. She was rude and belligerent to the point where I considered her to be borderline volatile.
She stated, "There is no supervisor here." She leaves and goes in the back with her phone. She returns after a minute.
She states, "this stuff is broken."
I said, "That is all working equipment, the remote works, only the back is missing."
I ask, "Can you call a supervisor?"
This is where things get weird.
She said, "I'm thinking about calling the police."
I look at her very strange. My friend and I exchange glances. What the hell?
I ask for a supervisor and you threaten to call the police?
For what?
I know, maybe because the missing back of the remote control could be considered Mediacom property. So, perhaps that would be theft? Please. What did we do to warrant a threat of police? Is asking to speak to a supervisor a crime?
Well, if you recall the statistics above, it is highly likely that this is a case of discrimination. I am half Asian, my friend is black. So, maybe, just maybe, considering the low miniority population, this white clerk felt she was in her right to call the police on the minorities.
At that point, I say to her, "Oh, ok, I'll just call corporate." I pull out my Droid and call corporate. This is when she helps the elderly white woman behind me who has, you guessed it... a broken remote.
She did not ID the woman. She did not ask for any account information but simply traded out the remote control!
Then, while I am waiting on corporate, she pulls out her ancient (what looks like a pay as you go) phone and calls someone. I think she was calling her supervisor.
So, I was telling corporate about the situation and how rude the clerk was being and that she was being belligerent. The corporate customer service person says, "She was nasty?" I said, "Yes". I explained how when I asked for a supervisor, she threatened to call the police. Meanwhile, the clerk is on her phone saying, "Can you hear this?"
At this point, I inform corporate that I believe this is a case of discrimination when the clerk states to her party on the phone, "Did you hear that? She's saying I am prejudice!"
Finally, I state to customer service, "Additionally, rather than communicate with the customer, she is on the phone with someone, saying 'Can you hear that'. That is how NASTY she is."
Then, we left the building and I continued to speak with corporate about how there is no accountability for this woman, how she is alone and there are no cameras, etc. Now, corporate was very responsive, but my concern was not about the 25 dollars. I said, "I make 35/hr, so I don't care abou the 25 dollar charge. It is the way this woman treated us and this situation."
My main concerns were the way she was treating us and the fact that she stated my equipment was broken, when in fact, it was not. The total value, according to Mediacom rates, for not returning running equipment was over $1000.
Well, I am sure that based on my usage, I can prove that the equipment was not broken or damaged. I have witnesses at home and my friend as well as my usage from the Mediacom company. On Demand movies were purchased just prior to the disconnection as well.
In fact, I can verify the boxes were working as the cable was not disconnected on the 21st as I requested but several weeks after.
So, if she were to "drop" something on the floor or if there is damage from her shaking the box, this is not something I did. Of course, it is something to be concerned about. The fact that there is noone supervising her and no cameras or accountabilty is a bit of a concern.
Her attitude towards myself and my friend was appalling. As a previous customer and previous stock holder, I am appalled and tempted to purchase more stock, simply to attend and speak at a stockholder's meeting regarding the lack of regard for customers and apparent lack of consideration regarding customer retention!
The installer from Mediacom was very nice. When I moved, the other installer was very pleasant. I have had some issues with their customer service being confused whether I needed to be home for service or not. They tried to work this out. One representative was very diligent in getting a glitch with On Demand working. These people are to be applauded.
Honestly, anyone with any sense can see that this woman in Apache Junction should be fired. In my professional opinion, she should not be working with the public, animals, or any living thing for that matter.
As a communications professor, I am truly stunned at the communication and lack thereof that occurred at the Mediacom location in Apache Junction. Of course, I need to consider the source. Another confusing issue is why the location of the Mediacom office is even in Apache Junction. Perhaps the rent is lower there? Why not place the location somewhere with a little more diversity?
As we were leaving the location, a tow truck arrived. We left but I am curious as to whether or not this clerk made a call to tow our vehicle while she was in the back. We shall never know. We were only there for about 15 minutes, so I do not imagine that a tow truck could possibly be called and arrived so quickly. However, you never know. Either way, it was strange day and strange exchange at the Mediacom. I guess I will see in a week whether she damaged any of the equipment I returned. The saga may continue!
We got a much better deal with Qwest on the internet and we have Netflix so there is absolutely no reason to have Mediacom at this point. My contract was up and they did not have any deals to offer. Put it simply, they were wanting to charge 170/month for something we can get for 50. Easy enough decision.
Now, another thing to keep in mind is that we have been using Mediacom for several years and I was (emphasize "WAS") a stockholder in the company. I did make a nice profit off of the stock, I can say.
So, I called my friend, Nicole. She and I went to the QuikTrip for a beverage and packing tape. We decided to just take the equipment to Mediacom, against my better judgement. I argued with her that the place was located in Apache Junction. I never want to go there. Both of us have previous experiences with discrimination in that town. Her experience was at the Wal-Mart, mine was at a Taco Bell.
So, I tend to avoid going there.
Take into consideration the racial makeup of this city.
92.66% White
0.61% Black or African American
0.99% Native American
0.52% Asian
3.11% from other races, and 2.03% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.80% of the population.
Now, this town has a population of about 34k people and their median income for a family is 38k. That is pretty pathetic in terms of the rest of the state. Actually, that is pretty pathetic in any terms.
At any rate, we enter the Mediacom with the equipment in shipping boxes and the clerk states to us, "You ladies can start unpacking the boxes." I respond with, "No, that's your job. I already put these in the boxes."
Needless to say, there was no table and unpacking the equipment while standing in line could be a situation where something may fall. Beside, wasn't this her job! At least, that is what I thought.
She then asked me for identification and rudely asked me if I was Marcia and if this was my account. I could not believe how rude this woman was being. I said, "Now, if UPS brought this in, would you ask for identification? The name and address are on the box."
She said, "In order for me to issue you a receipt, I need to see id".
I could not believe I was being carded to return equipment. I hand her my id.
Then, she started shaking one box. "Is this box empty?" She continued to shake the box with the modem in it.
I responded, "Why would I bring an empty box!" I left out the word, Idiot, but that's really what I meant.
She then begins to unpack the equipment and all the equipment was working when I brought it in. There was one back of 1 remote control missing. At that point, she told us that I would need to pay 25 dollars for the "broken" remote. I state that that is not true and that as a customer, I can bring in a remote and get a new one in trade without paying 25 dollars. She states this is not true.
At this point, I say, "Well, then... just return the merchandise back to me and I will find the back of the remote and bring that back."
She stated that she could not do that, that the equipment was the property of Mediacom and it was on its way to the warehouse. It was sitting right there.
She stated, "You are disconnected."
I said, "Yes, at my request, I disconnected service."
I then ask if a supervisor can do a reverse the return so I can return the merchandise at a later date. In fact, I just did not want to deal with this woman. She was rude and belligerent to the point where I considered her to be borderline volatile.
She stated, "There is no supervisor here." She leaves and goes in the back with her phone. She returns after a minute.
She states, "this stuff is broken."
I said, "That is all working equipment, the remote works, only the back is missing."
I ask, "Can you call a supervisor?"
This is where things get weird.
She said, "I'm thinking about calling the police."
I look at her very strange. My friend and I exchange glances. What the hell?
I ask for a supervisor and you threaten to call the police?
For what?
I know, maybe because the missing back of the remote control could be considered Mediacom property. So, perhaps that would be theft? Please. What did we do to warrant a threat of police? Is asking to speak to a supervisor a crime?
Well, if you recall the statistics above, it is highly likely that this is a case of discrimination. I am half Asian, my friend is black. So, maybe, just maybe, considering the low miniority population, this white clerk felt she was in her right to call the police on the minorities.
At that point, I say to her, "Oh, ok, I'll just call corporate." I pull out my Droid and call corporate. This is when she helps the elderly white woman behind me who has, you guessed it... a broken remote.
She did not ID the woman. She did not ask for any account information but simply traded out the remote control!
Then, while I am waiting on corporate, she pulls out her ancient (what looks like a pay as you go) phone and calls someone. I think she was calling her supervisor.
So, I was telling corporate about the situation and how rude the clerk was being and that she was being belligerent. The corporate customer service person says, "She was nasty?" I said, "Yes". I explained how when I asked for a supervisor, she threatened to call the police. Meanwhile, the clerk is on her phone saying, "Can you hear this?"
At this point, I inform corporate that I believe this is a case of discrimination when the clerk states to her party on the phone, "Did you hear that? She's saying I am prejudice!"
Finally, I state to customer service, "Additionally, rather than communicate with the customer, she is on the phone with someone, saying 'Can you hear that'. That is how NASTY she is."
Then, we left the building and I continued to speak with corporate about how there is no accountability for this woman, how she is alone and there are no cameras, etc. Now, corporate was very responsive, but my concern was not about the 25 dollars. I said, "I make 35/hr, so I don't care abou the 25 dollar charge. It is the way this woman treated us and this situation."
My main concerns were the way she was treating us and the fact that she stated my equipment was broken, when in fact, it was not. The total value, according to Mediacom rates, for not returning running equipment was over $1000.
Well, I am sure that based on my usage, I can prove that the equipment was not broken or damaged. I have witnesses at home and my friend as well as my usage from the Mediacom company. On Demand movies were purchased just prior to the disconnection as well.
In fact, I can verify the boxes were working as the cable was not disconnected on the 21st as I requested but several weeks after.
So, if she were to "drop" something on the floor or if there is damage from her shaking the box, this is not something I did. Of course, it is something to be concerned about. The fact that there is noone supervising her and no cameras or accountabilty is a bit of a concern.
Her attitude towards myself and my friend was appalling. As a previous customer and previous stock holder, I am appalled and tempted to purchase more stock, simply to attend and speak at a stockholder's meeting regarding the lack of regard for customers and apparent lack of consideration regarding customer retention!
The installer from Mediacom was very nice. When I moved, the other installer was very pleasant. I have had some issues with their customer service being confused whether I needed to be home for service or not. They tried to work this out. One representative was very diligent in getting a glitch with On Demand working. These people are to be applauded.
Honestly, anyone with any sense can see that this woman in Apache Junction should be fired. In my professional opinion, she should not be working with the public, animals, or any living thing for that matter.
As a communications professor, I am truly stunned at the communication and lack thereof that occurred at the Mediacom location in Apache Junction. Of course, I need to consider the source. Another confusing issue is why the location of the Mediacom office is even in Apache Junction. Perhaps the rent is lower there? Why not place the location somewhere with a little more diversity?
As we were leaving the location, a tow truck arrived. We left but I am curious as to whether or not this clerk made a call to tow our vehicle while she was in the back. We shall never know. We were only there for about 15 minutes, so I do not imagine that a tow truck could possibly be called and arrived so quickly. However, you never know. Either way, it was strange day and strange exchange at the Mediacom. I guess I will see in a week whether she damaged any of the equipment I returned. The saga may continue!
Saturday, March 12, 2011
2 1/2 weeks Aspartame free
Well, a couple of weeks ago, my friend had a little conversation with me about Aspartame. It really made sense. So, I quit. I don't use Splend or Saccharin, so this was my last available artificial sweetner. No sucralose, nothing. So, as a borderline diabetic, I was left with very few options for beverages.
I became more aware about what contains Aspartame. In fact, some Capri Sun coolers include this.
What I noticed over the past couple of weeks was that my appetite decreased. I desired more healthy food options. I am definitely less irritable. I get better sleep. My waking sugars are lower.
I will continue to post the progress here occassionally if there is any significant change.
I became more aware about what contains Aspartame. In fact, some Capri Sun coolers include this.
What I noticed over the past couple of weeks was that my appetite decreased. I desired more healthy food options. I am definitely less irritable. I get better sleep. My waking sugars are lower.
I will continue to post the progress here occassionally if there is any significant change.
I think my neighbor works for the Garbage Service
Today, I rushed out the front door due to the fact that I woke late and was wondering if the garbage collection people had already finished collection on my street.
As I entered the driveway in my slippers (Microfoam makes all the difference) I noticed my neighbor, who lives across the street (let's call her Nat for the sake of this post), rolling a full can of garbage down the road. I also noticed that I had missed the collection people, but the garbage across the street was not yet collected.
Why was my neighbor rolling a full can down the road? This seemed odd as the garbage was not collected on her side of the road and the fact that she had no garbage can in front of her home!
We quickly rolled our 2 garbage cans across the street to a vacant house located next to that particular neighbor across the street. I had the blinds down but open to see when the garbage people would collect, so we could retrieve the cans.
As the garbage truck approached, I informed Cordell that the garbage people were here and for Cordell to get his shoes on so that he could retrieve the cans. By the time he had gotten outside, Nat had already rolled the cans across the street. The garbage truck was still on our street, only a few homes down. Incidentally, Nat did not leave the cans in front of our home but in front of the home of our next door neighbor.
I went outside and saw Nat. I said, "What do you think you are doing?
She said, "I moved the cans across the street?"
I said, "Why were you rolling a can down the road?"
She said, "Are you watching me through your window!"
Well, as a communications professor and student of life, I do so like to play with people and I responded, "Why yes, as a matter of fact, I am." I found this amusing. What type of response is that question? I believe a response from a paranoid person possibly. Should I be toying with a paranoid? Perhaps not the best idea. However, when I first moved in, she informed me she was the eyes and ears of the neighborhood. I have caught her trespassing on other people's property to pull weeds, I have listened to her threaten neighbors and she called the cops on one neighbor. My landlord told me that she has called him on a few occassions regarding foolish matters.
I am sure he will get a call from her this week!
I told her I was joking but at that point, it was clear she did not believe me. She even said to her husband, "She's been watching me". I wonder what was in that can. Was it even her can? Why drag your can down the road. That just does not make sense at all. Her later explanation that she had done yardwork did not seem to make sense.
Here's what I think. I think that when she did her yard work that she did not use 33 gallon bags and that her weeds and debris would fall into the street. She knew this and rolled her can in front of someone else's home.
We were discussing dogs at one point. The husband stated, "I don't need a dog." I said, "I know."
As they walked to their home I added, "You already have one."
As I entered the driveway in my slippers (Microfoam makes all the difference) I noticed my neighbor, who lives across the street (let's call her Nat for the sake of this post), rolling a full can of garbage down the road. I also noticed that I had missed the collection people, but the garbage across the street was not yet collected.
Why was my neighbor rolling a full can down the road? This seemed odd as the garbage was not collected on her side of the road and the fact that she had no garbage can in front of her home!
We quickly rolled our 2 garbage cans across the street to a vacant house located next to that particular neighbor across the street. I had the blinds down but open to see when the garbage people would collect, so we could retrieve the cans.
As the garbage truck approached, I informed Cordell that the garbage people were here and for Cordell to get his shoes on so that he could retrieve the cans. By the time he had gotten outside, Nat had already rolled the cans across the street. The garbage truck was still on our street, only a few homes down. Incidentally, Nat did not leave the cans in front of our home but in front of the home of our next door neighbor.
I went outside and saw Nat. I said, "What do you think you are doing?
She said, "I moved the cans across the street?"
I said, "Why were you rolling a can down the road?"
She said, "Are you watching me through your window!"
Well, as a communications professor and student of life, I do so like to play with people and I responded, "Why yes, as a matter of fact, I am." I found this amusing. What type of response is that question? I believe a response from a paranoid person possibly. Should I be toying with a paranoid? Perhaps not the best idea. However, when I first moved in, she informed me she was the eyes and ears of the neighborhood. I have caught her trespassing on other people's property to pull weeds, I have listened to her threaten neighbors and she called the cops on one neighbor. My landlord told me that she has called him on a few occassions regarding foolish matters.
I am sure he will get a call from her this week!
I told her I was joking but at that point, it was clear she did not believe me. She even said to her husband, "She's been watching me". I wonder what was in that can. Was it even her can? Why drag your can down the road. That just does not make sense at all. Her later explanation that she had done yardwork did not seem to make sense.
Here's what I think. I think that when she did her yard work that she did not use 33 gallon bags and that her weeds and debris would fall into the street. She knew this and rolled her can in front of someone else's home.
We were discussing dogs at one point. The husband stated, "I don't need a dog." I said, "I know."
As they walked to their home I added, "You already have one."
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