Baksteen 84 #1 January 17, 2008 So i was at the trainstation the other day, when i saw an elderly couple trying to descend the stairs as the escalators were out. The old man was clearly unable to walk well, grabbing the banister with both hands, while his wife was supporting him on the other side. Being of a naively friendly disposition i made the mistake of offering them my help. The man gave me a look that hovered somewhere between suspiscious and merely loathing, and said: "Yeah, right - you're after my wallet aren't you, you scum!" The elderly are fond of saying that kids nowadays have no respect. I wonder why... "That formation-stuff in freefall is just fun and games but with an open parachute it's starting to sound like, you know, an extreme sport." ~mom Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NewGuy2005 53 #2 January 17, 2008 Man, that's disappointing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
virgin-burner 1 #3 January 17, 2008 did you kick him in the balls, took his money and ran away? better give to people what they expect, dont want to disappoint 'em, do ya'!?“Some may never live, but the crazy never die.” -Hunter S. Thompson "No. Try not. Do... or do not. There is no try." -Yoda Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
towerrat 0 #4 January 17, 2008 should have pushed his old ass down.. Zephyrhills is a winter destination (not sure why) for retirees and most of the old people who come here are old, nasty, yankee bastards. They get in the way constantly and are not nice. I fucking hate old people..........especially bitter old yankees...... Play stupid games, win stupid prizes! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baksteen 84 #5 January 17, 2008 I was too overwhelmed to do anything, much less think of a snappy comeback. But next time, I'll think twice about helping old people. Yet another pure soul corrupted by today's society "That formation-stuff in freefall is just fun and games but with an open parachute it's starting to sound like, you know, an extreme sport." ~mom Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
popsjumper 2 #6 January 17, 2008 Quote...But next time, I'll think twice about helping old people. Nah...one sourpuss doesn't amke 'em all sourpusses. You did the right thing. Good stuff. I just hope one of you young fockers helps me get into the plane when I get old.My reality and yours are quite different. I think we're all Bozos on this bus. Falcon5232, SCS8170, SCSA353, POPS9398, DS239 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iluvtofly 0 #7 January 17, 2008 What do you mean WHEN? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Royd 0 #8 January 17, 2008 Quoteshould have pushed his old ass down.. Zephyrhills is a winter destination (not sure why) for retirees and most of the old people who come here are old, nasty, yankee bastards. They get in the way constantly and are not nice. I fucking hate old people..........especially bitter old yankees...... I don't know what it is. Maybe they've just spent too many years surviving in that nasty Northern weather. Even the younger ones seem to have a nasty, arrogant attitude. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baksteen 84 #9 January 17, 2008 No, but I'll gladly kick you out of one, though.. "That formation-stuff in freefall is just fun and games but with an open parachute it's starting to sound like, you know, an extreme sport." ~mom Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #10 January 17, 2008 Quote I was too overwhelmed to do anything, much less think of a snappy comeback. But next time, I'll think twice about helping old people. Yet another pure soul corrupted by today's society It may have been the "fuck you" tshirt you were wearing. Maybe it was the black eyeliner that made them think you were after their wallet.Or maybe it was the "I hate old people and jsut want their wallets" tattoo.My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mamajumps 0 #11 January 17, 2008 I am a very sensitive person, and that would have totally reduced to me tears. I always go out of my way to help my elders, just the way I was raised! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sartre 0 #12 January 17, 2008 Quote should have pushed his old ass down.. Zephyrhills is a winter destination (not sure why) for retirees and most of the old people who come here are old, nasty, yankee bastards. They get in the way constantly and are not nice. I fucking hate old people..........especially bitter old yankees...... You should spend a week going to work with me. You'd meet some amazing souls and realize what you're missing out on by generalizing the elderly this way. I've been working in geriatrics for 8 years. I can count on 1 hand the number of assholes I've treated. I love "old people". They're cool as hell. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #13 January 17, 2008 Sorry 'bout that...I didn't know it was YOU! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jewels 0 #14 January 17, 2008 Quote Quote should have pushed his old ass down.. Zephyrhills is a winter destination (not sure why) for retirees and most of the old people who come here are old, nasty, yankee bastards. They get in the way constantly and are not nice. I fucking hate old people..........especially bitter old yankees...... You should spend a week going to work with me. You'd meet some amazing souls and realize what you're missing out on by generalizing the elderly this way. I've been working in geriatrics for 8 years. I can count on 1 hand the number of assholes I've treated. I love "old people". They're cool as hell. I suspect it gets a lot harder when you're that age. New pains, things you can no longer fix but have to learn to live with, dealing with people who are impatient or don't understand--or who have given up on doing the right thing because they weren't well-received when they tried to help out once. And, there ARE a lot of people who would take advantage of an older person, just because they could. They're more vulnerable--no wonder they might also be more suspicious. Don't give up on doing the right thing because ONE person didn't want the assistance. The next one might really appreciate it!TPM Sister #102 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baksteen 84 #15 January 17, 2008 If you HAD known it was me, you would have tazed me, wouldn't you? "That formation-stuff in freefall is just fun and games but with an open parachute it's starting to sound like, you know, an extreme sport." ~mom Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #16 January 17, 2008 Quote I've been working in geriatrics for 8 years. I can count on 1 hand the number of assholes I've treated. I love "old people". They're cool as hell. Now I'm confused. You're a proctologist?My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sartre 0 #17 January 17, 2008 You're just not right, you know that? By the way, I hardly recognize you since you changed your avatar. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #18 January 17, 2008 I still had to put multiple eyes in my avatar...I just put them where they belong.My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baksteen 84 #19 January 17, 2008 That's absolutely true, but unfortunately there are a lot more negative examples than positive ones through the years. Old people can be just as rude and inconsiderate as they accuse young people of being."That formation-stuff in freefall is just fun and games but with an open parachute it's starting to sound like, you know, an extreme sport." ~mom Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #20 January 17, 2008 The funny thing about old people is that they are just people. You don't think that all the young assholes grow out of it when they get old do you? Look to your left. Now, to your right. those two asshole MIGHT grow to be old one day and they're thinking the same thing about you.My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sartre 0 #21 January 17, 2008 QuoteThe funny thing about old people is that they are just people. You don't think that all the young assholes grow out of it when they get old do you? Look to your left. Now, to your right. those two asshole MIGHT grow to be old one day and they're thinking the same thing about you. Exactly. What's with all the generalizations? People who stereotype in this manner obviously don't have much exposure to the population they're stereotyping. People see what they expect to see. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baksteen 84 #22 January 18, 2008 Well, that shuts me up, especially because the peroson currently on my left is a mirror That being said, I completely agree that there are a lot of assholes around, of any age. @ Sartre: I didn't say that ALL old people are evil - I love my gran! But maybe the people who complain the loudest about "kids nowadays" are the people who are simply reaping what they sowed first? Still i won't readily offer to help anymore - if I see people are coping, i leave them alone. "That formation-stuff in freefall is just fun and games but with an open parachute it's starting to sound like, you know, an extreme sport." ~mom Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
karenmeal 0 #23 January 18, 2008 Awww, I love old people! I got to work on communication strategies with a group of 80-90 year olds with hearing loss yesterday and they were such a riot! We played the Price is Right board game and they had me laughing so hard I was in tears.That guy you encountered was probably just feeling a bit vulnerable and defenseless with his physical limitations. I wouldn't take it personally or take it as a sign that old folks are mean. "Life is a temporary victory over the causes which induce death." - Sylvester Graham Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
d_squared431 0 #24 January 18, 2008 When people start to lose their independence they get very angry and dont want others to help them do something they were able to do for years. Dont take it to heart and don't give up on the elderly if it looks like they need a helping hand.TPM Sister#130ONTIG#1 I love vodka.I love vodka cause it rhymes with Tuaca~LisaH You having a clean thought is like billyvance having a clean post.iluvtofly Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #25 January 18, 2008 QuoteI see no hope for the future of our people if they are dependent on frivolous youth of today, for certainly all youth are reckless beyond words... When I was young, we were taught to be discreet and respectful of elders, but the present youth are exceedingly wise [disrespectful] and impatient of restraint (Attributed to Hesiod, 8th century BC) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
