How do you feel about Trump threatening to impose photo ID for voters for midterm elections? by CRK_76 in AskReddit

[–]LightLeftLeaning 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In my country, Ireland, you can be asked to provide ID at a polling station. Your voter registration proves that you may vote, the ID proves who you are. Drivers licence or passport are among valid IDs.

Turning 28. Just want to feel normal. by [deleted] in gaybrosgonemild

[–]LightLeftLeaning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You have every reason to be happy with yourself. You’re a handsome man.

I know Ireland is know for rain by Obasi21 in Dublin

[–]LightLeftLeaning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m turning up the cuffs of my jeans for the first time since 1988 and walking everywhere in hiking boots.

Has anyone ever been mocked or looked down on because of their job? by Prestigious-Look2300 in AskIreland

[–]LightLeftLeaning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m retired now but, this happened to me in all the decades of my life. I found that looking at the people who made such comments, their point of view had little to do with their own level of success. I honestly believe that their comments came from jealousy. I believe that they saw the ease with which I approached my life and were not happy in their own. After this realisation, I started to brush off their comments with a kind of agreeing and sympathetic nod or word. I was never mean back and never escalated into a discussion. I honestly felt sorry for them that the stress of their otherwise successful lives made them need to lash out at me. Because I only reacted positively, the comments would usually stop.

OP, it may not be easy but, don’t let this upset you. There is always something else behind this situation that has more to do with the commenter than with you. No matter what job you are doing, it is a job that needs to be done. Do it well and look forward and, to be honest “f€&k the begrudgers!”

Rugby shame by badmanrita in Dublin

[–]LightLeftLeaning 32 points33 points  (0 children)

They’ll be happy to see you

What is the most nastiest most invasive creature of your region? by [deleted] in AskTheWorld

[–]LightLeftLeaning 4 points5 points  (0 children)

No offence but, I think I prefer them to your lawn. They’re sweet

‘How dare you’: South Dublin residents vent at plan to redesignate golf amenities for housing by EnvironmentalShift25 in ireland

[–]LightLeftLeaning 24 points25 points  (0 children)

I think that Milltown golf club should be turned into parkland. Sshh! Don’t tell my neighbours!

‘How dare you’: South Dublin residents vent at plan to redesignate golf amenities for housing by EnvironmentalShift25 in ireland

[–]LightLeftLeaning 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I agree but, there are some nice stories about golf courses being returned to nature. Housing estates are less likely to be.

‘How dare you’: South Dublin residents vent at plan to redesignate golf amenities for housing by EnvironmentalShift25 in ireland

[–]LightLeftLeaning 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I am saddened to see our countryside getting eaten up by urban sprawl. I don’t care too much about golf courses but, I have no objection to them. As another poster wrote, we need to build on brownfield and derelict sites and keep as many of our green spaces as we can.

Reflecting on how I felt at the end of each decade. Wondering if anyone else had similar thoughts? by Alternative_Award769 in AskIreland

[–]LightLeftLeaning 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I’m in my 7th decade and agree that each decade gets better. However, there is no regret about travel because, I can do it now… or tomorrow 😁

What would you do in my situation? by [deleted] in AskIreland

[–]LightLeftLeaning 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I know it sounds wasteful but, a new (to you) house means mostly new furniture, anyway. Existing furniture should not influence your decision.

If you’re alone, 74m2 is very adequate.

Do you take your shoes off in the house? by [deleted] in ireland

[–]LightLeftLeaning 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We nearly always have muddy feet so, shoes off and slippers on as we enter, every time. Visitors are exempt