Tomorrow, and tomorrow, and tomorrow
Creeps in this petty pace from day to day,
To the last syllable of recorded time;
And all our yesterdays have lighted fools
The way to dusty death. Out, out brief candle!
Life's but a walking shadow, a poor player
That struts and frets his hour upon the stage
And then is heard no more: it is a tale
Told by an idiot, full of sound and fury,
Signifying nothing.
-- Macbeth, Act 5, Scene 5
Frankie and Slim
Happy New Year
Monday, September 17, 2018
GRANDMA SAID DON'T EVER DO IT
Question Of The Week 09-17-18
Have you ever or would you ever give sanctuary or assistance to a victim
We had a terrible incident of domestic violence is our family history when several family members were killed for giving refuge to a sister. My grandma told us never to take sides in a domestic violence dispute.
Growing up we often had victims of domestic violence living with us. Sometimes for weeks. And yes, I would follow the path I was taught if needed. I am so very sorry to read of your family history.
Thankfully it hasn't happened in our family. I suppose it would depend on a number of things but yes I would. How could you refuse. However I would make sure they could find sanctuary in a place they wouldn't be found.
Tough question. I don't have any resources to help them hide as messymimi does and fi it was a complete stranger I would probably say no. In case the perpetrator of said violence follows and drags me and mine into the same danger. There are possibly situations where I might help...
If I was able and had the facilities to do so, I definitely would. Unfortunately, I am unable to do so...I have neither the means or suitable property/abode to be able to do so.
As a child I witnessed domestic violence up close and personal; something no child should ever have to witness; something no one adult or child should have to deal with.
Our stepfather was a true bastard of the lowest kind. The police ran him out of town, telling him never to return. The police back in the early Fifties had that power. Sadly, they no longer have the power to do so.
I have done it, back years ago when my neighbor friend n 2 kids had major problems dealing with a live in boyfriend who was out of control. We got him arrested n a restraining order. It took awhile, but she finally moved out of town n got far away from him.
Some people want to own you plus control every move you make. Plus, he was a large guy. I haven't been in touch with her for years!
I have given both sanctuary and assistance, but have never been asked in a case of domestic violence. It would give me pause at my age to put my family in danger. However, I would help financially if necessary.
We had a terrible incident of domestic violence is our family history when several family members were killed for giving refuge to a sister. My grandma told us never to take sides in a domestic violence dispute.
ReplyDeleteThat is so sad and would be a hard decision to make. I think that maybe today there are agencies you could contact to get involved and hopefully help.
ReplyDeleteAssistance yes, sanctuary no. I don't want to place my family members in a position of danger.
ReplyDeleteYes, and I have.
ReplyDeleteI've never been in that position.
ReplyDeleteGrowing up we often had victims of domestic violence living with us. Sometimes for weeks. And yes, I would follow the path I was taught if needed.
ReplyDeleteI am so very sorry to read of your family history.
When I was younger, yes I did and I was terrified the whole time. I helped them move out of state.
ReplyDeleteYes and yes. Bullies are so often cowards.
ReplyDeleteCrumbs that's a terrible story.
ReplyDeleteThankfully it hasn't happened in our family. I suppose it would depend on a number of things but yes I would. How could you refuse. However I would make sure they could find sanctuary in a place they wouldn't be found.
Of course...without a second thought!
ReplyDeleteDepending on the situation...if I new the violet person...might get a gun and take some training.
DeleteYes. And i have connections so i can help them hide, too.
ReplyDeleteTough question. I don't have any resources to help them hide as messymimi does and fi it was a complete stranger I would probably say no. In case the perpetrator of said violence follows and drags me and mine into the same danger. There are possibly situations where I might help...
ReplyDeleteIf I was able and had the facilities to do so, I definitely would. Unfortunately, I am unable to do so...I have neither the means or suitable property/abode to be able to do so.
ReplyDeleteAs a child I witnessed domestic violence up close and personal; something no child should ever have to witness; something no one adult or child should have to deal with.
Our stepfather was a true bastard of the lowest kind. The police ran him out of town, telling him never to return. The police back in the early Fifties had that power. Sadly, they no longer have the power to do so.
I would like to think I would on my altruistic side. But then my coward side might weigh in too.
ReplyDeleteYes I did, I can't go I to details here though.
ReplyDeleteI have done it, back years ago when my neighbor friend n 2 kids had major problems dealing with a live in boyfriend who was out of control. We got him arrested n a restraining order. It took awhile, but she finally moved out of town n got far away from him.
ReplyDeleteSome people want to own you plus control every move you make. Plus, he was a large guy. I haven't been in touch with her for years!
That was my comment above, don't know why it didn't say SnaggleTooth
ReplyDeleteI have given both sanctuary and assistance, but have never been asked in a case of domestic violence. It would give me pause at my age to put my family in danger. However, I would help financially if necessary.
ReplyDeleteLike Olga, I certainly like to think I would. I would try to help as much as I can.
ReplyDeleteI feel the same as Changes in the wind.
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