Squirrel_Basher 17,100 Posted December 14, 2022 Report Share Posted December 14, 2022 1 minute ago, paulus said: That's true it is all about choices, But when those choices are influenced by the media/social media and other areas, then that choice has been biased in my opinion, We live in a consumer society and everyone believes that the have to have and can afford this, that or the other. Who is at fault here, the lady with 3 kids living on her own unable to feed them whilst watching a 75 inch TV or the society that has let consumerism and the never ending quest for money, possibly been the reason. 1 minute ago, paulus said: That's true it is all about choices, But when those choices are influenced by the media/social media and other areas, then that choice has been biased in my opinion, We live in a consumer society and everyone believes that the have to have and can afford this, that or the other. Who is at fault here, the lady with 3 kids living on her own unable to feed them whilst watching a 75 inch TV or the society that has let consumerism and the never ending quest for money, possibly been the reason. Lots of things gone to shit with social media mate. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jukel123 8,566 Posted December 14, 2022 Report Share Posted December 14, 2022 55 minutes ago, foxdropper said: They do mate Just checked cost of keeping a prisoner in a UK jail per annum: over £48000. Did a quick recky of UK inclusive hotels with activities like snooker archery, use of pool etc: £ 600 per week×52 = £32000. Simples. No point in punishing sad feckers, they will still have the same problems when they come out plus a degree from the university of crime which prisons are.... might as well just give them a break. Plus we don't have to step over them in the street or witness tent cities etc. Common sense. Of course there would be an outcry if it were ever proposed, but it would cut crime and give the police something constructive to do rather than piss about with shoplifters and other low level crimes. Pragmatism. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Squirrel_Basher 17,100 Posted December 14, 2022 Report Share Posted December 14, 2022 I’d rather euthanise the lot mate .Save taxes and oxygen . 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jukel123 8,566 Posted December 14, 2022 Report Share Posted December 14, 2022 (edited) 1 minute ago, foxdropper said: I’d rather euthanise the lot mate .Save taxes and oxygen . But then you might hit an unlucky event and end up screaming" don't turn the gas on" or " f**k off with that needle". Life experiences can change in a moment. Be careful what you wish for. Edited December 14, 2022 by jukel123 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Blackmag 6,110 Posted December 14, 2022 Report Share Posted December 14, 2022 1 hour ago, jukel123 said: Most 'losers' in my experience are very thick, as in can hardly read, have had bad luck, are addicted to something, have mental health demons, or had a shit upbringing and usually a combination of all these things. They are classed as 'bad' when in fact they are sad. I don't know what the answer is, but sticking non violent people in jail seems mad to me. Be cheaper to put them up in all inclusive hotels. What are your experiences in mental health or can read what's that all about my youngest is austic can't read the best I admit but hes 15 but can reckon any maths up far quicker than most he can carry and Labour on anyone using 7.9 concerete posts fencing or either on 3x2 flags on flagging jobs much better than most 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jukel123 8,566 Posted December 14, 2022 Report Share Posted December 14, 2022 Just now, Blackmag said: What are your experiences in mental health or can read what's that all about my youngest is austic can't read the best I admit but hes 15 but can reckon any maths up far quicker than most he can carry and Labour on anyone using 7.9 concerete posts fencing or either on 3x2 flags on flagging jobs much better than most No offence intended mate. Just going from my experiences which like everybody else's is limited.Not lumping your lad with life's losers, far from it. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
chartpolski 24,426 Posted December 14, 2022 Report Share Posted December 14, 2022 Things have got completely out of hand. We asked our grandson what he would like for his birthday, he said he'd like Apple air pod max pro head phones, they are about £550 ! He'd also like some shoes called Nike Air Jordan Blue, £250 ! He's only seven I remember when I got a torch or a kaleidoscope Cheers. 1 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Blackmag 6,110 Posted December 14, 2022 Report Share Posted December 14, 2022 3 minutes ago, jukel123 said: No offence intended mate. Just going from my experiences which like everybody else's is limited.Not lumping your lad with life's losers, far from it. My apologies jukel buddy I've had a tough day no offence intended 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
keepdiggin 9,561 Posted December 14, 2022 Report Share Posted December 14, 2022 1 hour ago, vfr400boy said: I know of people struggling to feed kids but have brand new cars on drive newest phones kids dressed from head to toe in Adidas full sky tv package new phones and go out drinking every weekend, my kids are well fed we try go out as a family every weekend even if its just a picnic on a dog walk ,me n kids wear pass me downs and charity shop clothes, I have a clapped out motor that takes us on good days out etc , think it's all about choices, Those people will usually have something growing in their attics 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jukel123 8,566 Posted December 14, 2022 Report Share Posted December 14, 2022 (edited) Just now, chartpolski said: Things have got completely out of hand. We asked our grandson what he would like for his birthday, he said he'd like Apple air pod max pro head phones, they are about £550 ! He'd also like some shoes called Nike Air Jordan Blue, £250 ! He's only seven I remember when I got a torch or a kaleidoscope Cheers. Spoilt, middle class b*****d. I got a clip round the ear and an orange on Xmas day Edited December 14, 2022 by jukel123 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mackem 27,371 Posted December 14, 2022 Report Share Posted December 14, 2022 3 minutes ago, keepdiggin said: Those people will usually have something growing in their attics Mould? 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
chartpolski 24,426 Posted December 14, 2022 Report Share Posted December 14, 2022 Just now, jukel123 said: Spoilt, middle class b*****d. Upper class, if you don't mind ! To be fair, he's with his Saudi grandparents at the moment and, I admit, is spoilt rotten ! Cheers. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jukel123 8,566 Posted December 14, 2022 Report Share Posted December 14, 2022 Just now, keepdiggin said: Those people will usually have something growing in their attics This could be a reach for the popcorn moment. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
keepdiggin 9,561 Posted December 14, 2022 Report Share Posted December 14, 2022 3 minutes ago, mackem said: Mould? If only would mean more money for me 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jukel123 8,566 Posted December 14, 2022 Report Share Posted December 14, 2022 Just now, chartpolski said: Upper class, if you don't mind ! To be fair, he's with his Saudi grandparents at the moment and, I admit, is spoilt rotten ! Cheers. It's great kids aren't browbeaten these days and know their worth. None of this forehead knuckling and knowing their place from this generation. Good luck to them. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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