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heathergirl
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Why do people argue over others doing someting nice?
I am collecting gifts for our Salvation Army Angel drive in my office. The 2 children we picked asked for barely any toys; they asked for basic necessities such as coat, PJs and socks.
Of course we have to have someone who didn't participate (which is FINE as it is not mandatory) BUT had to make snide, nasty comments on those of us who did and that "the kids are on Welfare anyway" and proceeded to argue about participating. I told him it was voluntary and no one is making anyone who isn't participating feel bad, but where do you get off debating it? It is a NICE gesture and these kids are going to have a lovely Christmas due to the generosity of others.
Why is being nice, charitable and generous to others a friggin crime???? 
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Posted 12/10/10 12:16 PM  |
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peanutbutter2
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Re: Why do people argue over others doing someting nice?
 to people who act like that.
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| Posted 12/10/10 12:17 PM |
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heathergirl
Cocktail Time!
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Re: Why do people argue over others doing someting nice?
Posted by JAAMS
to people who act like that.
I totally just walked away. I just don't get that it is something to argue over 
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| Posted 12/10/10 12:19 PM |
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Re: Why do people argue over others doing someting nice?
Yeah, like he really knows the facts behind their situation. I hope HE never is in a position to have to rely on any kind of "system", let alone the thoughtfulness of others.
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| Posted 12/10/10 12:20 PM |
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Lisa
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Re: Why do people argue over others doing someting nice?
For Pete's sake....its a child asking for a winter coat. i dont understand some people!!
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| Posted 12/10/10 12:23 PM |
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Little-J-Mommy
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Re: Why do people argue over others doing someting nice?
I am so disappointed in people in general these days!!!
Thank goodness there are people like you doing nice things.
Bah humbug to your co-worker.....his comments are meant to alleviate his own guilt for not participating
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| Posted 12/10/10 12:23 PM |
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PearlJamChick
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Re: Why do people argue over others doing someting nice?
Misery loves company, and this sourpuss was just trying to bring someone down with them.
On the flipside...hooray for the folks participating in this! Gonna make some kids really happy!
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| Posted 12/10/10 12:24 PM |
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neener1211
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Re: Why do people argue over others doing someting nice?
I hope your coworker gets coal in their stocking.
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| Posted 12/10/10 12:24 PM |
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apples99
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Re: Why do people argue over others doing someting nice?
Posted by heathergirl
Posted by JAAMS
to people who act like that.
I totally just walked away. I just don't get that it is something to argue over
That is best.. I try to be as non confrontational as possible.. you don't know the man's situation either.. but its great that your office is doing something like this.. 
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| Posted 12/10/10 12:29 PM |
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brownie
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Re: Why do people argue over others doing someting nice?
Posted by PearlJamChick
Misery loves company, and this sourpuss was just trying to bring someone down with them.
On the flipside...hooray for the folks participating in this! Gonna make some kids really happy!
this!
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| Posted 12/10/10 12:31 PM |
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maybebaby
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Re: Why do people argue over others doing someting nice?
UGH. So sad. It's not an innocent CHILDS problem that their family needs assistance.
And god help this person should he ever fall on hard times and not know where to turn.
Some people honestly thrive on misery. You have to completely tune them out and smile and know YOU and your wonderful other coworkers are making others christmas a bit brighter.
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| Posted 12/10/10 12:31 PM |
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IrishLasss334
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Re: Why do people argue over others doing someting nice?
OMG, how could someone say "well they are on welfare anyway"?????? These are children who you are trying to help to have a nice Christmas, it's not mandatory to help but nobody asked for the commentary.
It is very sad that these persons do know know the true meaning of Christmas. It would be great if they were visited by three ghosts on Christmas Eve.
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| Posted 12/10/10 1:57 PM |
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DancinBarefoot
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Re: Why do people argue over others doing someting nice?
Who cares if they are on welfare??? Does this jerk have any idea what the going rate for a family of three is in Suffolk County? For the record it is $957. If he thinks that family can afford housing in Suffolk County and Christmas gifts he is OUT OF HIS MIND.
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| Posted 12/10/10 2:01 PM |
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Bearcat
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Re: Why do people argue over others doing someting nice?
what a jacka$$. and good for you heather.
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| Posted 12/10/10 2:08 PM |
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Salason
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Re: Why do people argue over others doing someting nice?
That's awful. Hope that guy gets a lump of coal in his stocking 
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| Posted 12/10/10 2:10 PM |
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PattyCake
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Re: Why do people argue over others doing someting nice?
People who have no charity in their hearts will always come up with a reason not to give.
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| Posted 12/10/10 2:14 PM |
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Christine
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Re: Why do people argue over others doing someting nice?
I wouldn't even engage in that type of conversation. I'd just ignore them and walk away. There's nothing anyone can say that would make that person see things differently.
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| Posted 12/10/10 2:15 PM |
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heathergirl
Cocktail Time!
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American mouth
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Re: Why do people argue over others doing someting nice?
Posted by IrishLass
OMG, how could someone say "well they are on welfare anyway"?????? These are children who you are trying to help to have a nice Christmas, it's not mandatory to help but nobody asked for the commentary.
It is very sad that these persons do know know the true meaning of Christmas. It would be great if they were visited by three ghosts on Christmas Eve.
I know and it broke my heart to see a coat, PJs and clothes on the list...and only 1 toy...I wish I could give so much more!!!!
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| Posted 12/10/10 2:25 PM |
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Christine
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Re: Why do people argue over others doing someting nice?
Posted by heathergirl
Posted by IrishLass
OMG, how could someone say "well they are on welfare anyway"?????? These are children who you are trying to help to have a nice Christmas, it's not mandatory to help but nobody asked for the commentary.
It is very sad that these persons do know know the true meaning of Christmas. It would be great if they were visited by three ghosts on Christmas Eve.
I know and it broke my heart to see a coat, PJs and clothes on the list...and only 1 toy...I wish I could give so much more!!!!
I had a letter once where a little boy was asking for a coat and a night light because his little sister was afraid of the dark. 
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| Posted 12/10/10 2:35 PM |
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heathergirl
Cocktail Time!
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Re: Why do people argue over others doing someting nice?
Posted by Christine
Posted by heathergirl
Posted by IrishLass
OMG, how could someone say "well they are on welfare anyway"?????? These are children who you are trying to help to have a nice Christmas, it's not mandatory to help but nobody asked for the commentary.
It is very sad that these persons do know know the true meaning of Christmas. It would be great if they were visited by three ghosts on Christmas Eve.
I know and it broke my heart to see a coat, PJs and clothes on the list...and only 1 toy...I wish I could give so much more!!!!
I had a letter once where a little boy was asking for a coat and a night light because his little sister was afraid of the dark.
 they are so innocent!!!!
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| Posted 12/10/10 2:37 PM |
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mikeandjess
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Re: Why do people argue over others doing someting nice?
It sounds like he's going to be visited by three spirits this holiday season.
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| Posted 12/10/10 3:52 PM |
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DGoldfarb0776
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Re: Why do people argue over others doing someting nice?
It's sad that he has no compassion! I hope he does get a lump of coal in his stocking and under his tree this year!!
I think it's a great idea to have done what you did- those kids are going to have one heck of a Christmas when they get a nice WARM winter coat and nice clothes to wear!
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| Posted 12/10/10 4:03 PM |
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Blu-ize
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Re: Why do people argue over others doing someting nice?
Yeah because welfare makes you rich...
idiots...
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| Posted 12/10/10 4:22 PM |
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Mrs213
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Re: Why do people argue over others doing someting nice?
I know someone like that at my job she is a straight up bitchh and everyone hates her...
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| Posted 12/10/10 4:27 PM |
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heathergirl
Cocktail Time!
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American mouth
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Re: Why do people argue over others doing someting nice?
Posted by staceyums81
I know someone like that at my job she is a straight up bitchh and everyone hates her...
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| Posted 12/10/10 4:29 PM |
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