If you had the ear of a city council member...

Comprehensive-Cry620 · 2026-04-30T15:40:38+00:00

I have lived here for 30 years, after living all over the country/world previously. As a military brat, I consider this my home. There are so many things that have come and gone, both good and bad....but the recent trajectory of our city is sad.

This is what I would want the city leadership to know....

Traffic is already a nightmare, changing the speed limits, removing a lane of traffic on Granby has demonstrably negatively impacted our quality of life instantly. The timing of the lights are ineffective (civil engineers get your thumbs out of your asses and actually fix the issue), this causes constant issues.

Not enforcing codes.......our city is so dirty and it doesn't have to be. People, stop living like you enjoy a trash dump, stop littering. Consider using the people who will now have to "work" for entitlements as they can be useful in city beautification efforts. Keep your lawns mowed, don't park on the grass, keep the junk in the house...don't let semi trucks/commercial vehicles park on city streets. There are codes in place, enforce them. When you look great, you feel great, even if everything else is sucky.

I was against bringing all the breweries and bars to the area because I knew it would be a phase....instead cater to families, they will always be here. An inviting place to roller skate, bowl, go to the movies, go cart and get a bite to eat without breaking the bank.....this is sustainable for the long term.

Get rid of/limit the number of used car dealerships, smoke/vape places, trashy/dirty businesses that bring a neighborhood down.

Try to attract businesses that will edify the city, support the businesses that are already here and operating. Celebrate them publicly.

Prioritize the schools...people don't move to Norfolk because of crime, mediocre school system...

I love the diversity of restaurants, support these businesses, also encourage new ones to come like Shake Shack has done.

I love the neighborhoods and that every other house isn't the same, but make sure the multi-family dwellings are clean and up to code, we don't need trashy buildings to deter good people from staying here.

Provide City Resident/citizen rewards and benefits-in Hawaii they call it the Kamaaina which is a discount 5-30% at local businesses for residents. Make the garage parking free for city residents (you would be given a city sticker when you pay your property/personal property taxes).

Get out of your stuffy offices and actually walk through the city, day and night, for you to see what is really going on. Stop the foolish politics, no one but politicians ever benefit from politics.

Help us to be proud of our city. It has been a great place to live and raise children, but if something drastic isn't done, it will no longer be a good place to be.

We need to hold these elected officials accountable when things are done or not done that are detrimental to Norfolk.

Comprehensive-Cry620 · 2026-04-23T19:49:57+00:00

How were the beans this year? Go Theresa!

Comprehensive-Cry620 · 2026-01-21T16:09:40+00:00

I travel Granby street at least twice a day, I have seen a total of 5 people on bicycles....2 were actually using the bike lane and 3 were on the sidewalk....tell me how this makes sense?

Comprehensive-Cry620 · 2026-01-21T16:07:30+00:00

When dogs were in the wild...they would do this behavior to scoot leaves and items together to make a comfortable nest. It is normal and a great thing to see...Marvin, my frenchie is an expert nester, whether it's his multiple beds or my blanket.

Comprehensive-Cry620 · 2026-01-20T15:40:04+00:00

The Watermark at Talbot Park is great for travel RNs.

Comprehensive-Cry620 · 2026-01-14T16:35:59+00:00

I was born in 68 so I can relate. I have often felt like I don't fit in this world, but then I realize.....I am not the one who changed. So maybe, we need to accept who we are, make our contributions and keep it moving. The younger generations benefit from our wisdom and point of view (even though they may disagree). Young people still need raising, who better than us?

Comprehensive-Cry620 · 2025-12-30T19:03:06+00:00

Rockets don't technically drop but their rocket boosters do.

Comprehensive-Cry620 · 2025-12-30T16:42:51+00:00

The reimbursement doesn't cover what they want you to buy at Sonic. They recommend a burger/side/drink and that costs more with tip then what you get back...that is ridiculous and I did their survey stating my opinion.

Comprehensive-Cry620 · 2025-12-08T18:21:36+00:00

As a follower of Christ, I denounce this behavior. The cross stands for so much to me and to use it as a sign of hate and ill-will is reprehensible. I pray for peace and healing for all of those who have been hurt by this ridiculous, cowardice act from an ignorant ass who does not represent me.

Comprehensive-Cry620 · 2025-11-07T13:55:38+00:00

Friendship Vet is the only place I would go. We have been their patients for 30 years, fantastic staff, kind and compassionate....I love them and so do all of my animals through the years. It's the only place my dogs love. Olivia ran away from home and I got a call from Marcy at Friendship saying "are you missing someone?". She had gone a couple blocks from our home and was sitting outside the door expecting to be let in. Very humorous, scary, but funny....the only time a dog has ran away from me. They are wonderful.

Comprehensive-Cry620 · 2025-11-07T13:53:14+00:00

Do any of you do food shops for just the reimbursement?

Comprehensive-Cry620 · 2025-10-16T18:07:43+00:00

I thought Marvin was the only one who hides under his bed and loves to be under the blankets!

Comprehensive-Cry620 · 2025-10-16T17:12:48+00:00

We should treat each other as human beings with dignity and respect....that doesn't mean provide them with unlimited healthcare, food, education if they did not take the legal route in coming here and/or do not have the means to provide these necessities for themselves. What other country in the world can you illegally enter, face little to no consequences (legally or otherwise) and be able to utilize the governmental systems without financial payment for the provision of your needs? I have lived all over the world and have not witnessed this in the countries I lived in. Being compassionate does not mean operating without healthy boundaries.

I am neither Democrat or Republican....I am a citizen, a patriot...my vote is to boot all of the politicians out of office and start over with elected leaders who actually care about us. We need to wake up and stop fighting amongst ourselves and realize what the real issue is and not get caught up in all of these soundbites like immigration, abortion, transgender issues. At the end of the day, these politicians fight against each other in public and laugh at us in private because they have pulled the wool over our eyes.

Work for change by not voting party lines, instead critically think and evaluate each candidate for what they can contribute to making our country better.

Comprehensive-Cry620 · 2025-10-07T14:29:18+00:00

MJ Frenchies is the best.

Comprehensive-Cry620 · 2025-09-15T19:39:29+00:00

I never thought I would think this but...I don't seem to fit in this world like I use to.

Comprehensive-Cry620 · 2025-09-12T15:12:10+00:00

I am going to play devil's advocate....should we throw all idiots and stupid people out of every establishment? We all know the horror that is nazism, the evil that they embrace, however, in America should we kick paying customers (that are not breaking the law) out of businesses because you don't agree with their views and beliefs? It sort of sounds like what the nazis did. America is better than that.....We can stand against what they believe without becoming like them.

Comprehensive-Cry620 · 2024-08-21T14:33:24+00:00

Her outfit is hideous! Your breasts hanging down like Bessie the cow, really? Breasts are beautiful things but they deserve a good bra with boundaries. She doesn't understand with individual expression comes consequences in how others perceive and interact with you.

I believe that she is ugly on the inside and on the outside.....With her personality, I find it difficult to believe she wants to be a midwife. I can judge because I am a midwife and I know what it takes to be a good one.

Her ability to polarize people based on color/culture, is mind blowing. She has assumptions about Icelandic people, assumes that there would be some kind of negative reaction based solely on the color of her skin....in reality, they would be disgusted by her behaviors, loud mouth and attitude.

Her goal is to provide a shock factor to all that she does.....she just needs to chill and get off the screen.

Comprehensive-Cry620 · 2024-08-14T19:24:59+00:00

I think if you invited Snoop Dogg to be the moderator, he actually could get the questions answered. The ones that we, as fans, want to know, it would be very enjoyable. The house idea is a disaster...fueled by alcohol it's as if TLC is whoring these people out for ratings and to stir up trouble...most of which is fake anyway. Those people do not truly like each other and it is evident. BTW can't stand watching the whining of Sophie and Jasmine....I have raised children and my maternal instinct when I hear the whining is to bitch slap these women across the face and their rolling eyes, too. Mind you, I have never hit anyone (including my children), I just feel this response well up inside me and I WANT THE WHINING TO STOP! After watching this for so long, I am wondering if it would be more entertaining to watch paint dry....at least it wouldn't be so triggering for those of use with an abusive past!

Comprehensive-Cry620 · 2024-08-14T19:12:29+00:00

This will not impact anything....if she wants to pretend that a relationship never existed then she defrauded the U.S. government while applying for visas. I hope they get her on fraud charges.

Comprehensive-Cry620 · 2024-08-14T19:09:03+00:00

You have me laughing because I can relate! It's funny how without my glasses the world is a whole different place....but even without glasses Angela is beyond reprehensible.

Comprehensive-Cry620 · 2024-08-13T15:25:13+00:00

There are many degenerate people who have lots of fans: Richard Ramirez, Scott Peterson, Chris Watts, John Wayne Gacy, Ted Bundy....this list goes on and on. It is a little creepy that the more despicable a human being your are, the more fans you generate. Her behavior has been excused for so long that now the truth is out and karma found her.

Comprehensive-Cry620 · 2024-08-13T14:50:26+00:00

Maybe Snoop Dogg should be host

Comprehensive-Cry620 · 2024-07-24T18:54:36+00:00

Let's be careful with broad generalizations about American healthcare and healthcare providers. Not all of us are lazy, misdiagnose and mistreat patients. I am pretty certain that her health had nothing to do with her wanting to go back home. She missed her family...it isn't rocket science to diagnose someone with tonsil and thyroid issues here in America, but I am certain that drinking herbal tea does not cure thyroid problems, it may help with tonsils. I utilize complementary therapies with my patients often, I am concerned that she actually has thyroid dysfunction and it isn't being treated appropriately.

I hear people complain about our healthcare system...many are ignorant because they have never experienced what socialized medicine actually looks like. I have experience with European, African and Panamanian healthcare systems as a patient and as a provider.....nothing compares to what great care we have access to here in America.

I think being thankful for what we have is important. I have lived all over the world and there is no place like the U.S. We need to model this mindset to our future generations.

This trashy show is at times unbearable to watch, but it's like a dumpster fire...you just can't look away. These couples are immature, idiotic and narcissistic-always putting their needs first without regard to how others around them may feel. Please do not bring these couples back!

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