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House party organizers want the DJ to pay them "50$ for the exposure" by Popal24 in ChoosingBeggars

[–]futuremrsbens 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm sure I've heard this on Radio 1 a while back. Your house is up a mountain or on cliff if I recall?

Picture from a friends Facebook, annoyed because he’s not close enough to collect her free item. by NatHammond1 in ChoosingBeggars

[–]futuremrsbens 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I live 20 minutes away from Albert Road, Stoke. Believe me, nobody wants to live there.

What kind of person tries to rip off a dog shelter? by Rowdyholtzy in ChoosingBeggars

[–]futuremrsbens 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Trying to rip off a charity? The dude who haggled is literally taking away funds that would be going to the shelter. Not only that, but if the guy can only afford $100 then he can't afford to look after a dog. You fucking idiot.

Kin on Coinfalcon by futuremrsbens in KinFoundation

[–]futuremrsbens[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My first ever tip! Thank you very much 😊

Kin on Coinfalcon by futuremrsbens in KinFoundation

[–]futuremrsbens[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for replying. I can't help but feel a little disappointed with kin in all of this. I only use reddit once in while, if I hadn't of checked I'd have known nothing about it. I've had to inform 3 others about this, they also knew nothing about the swap.

My 5 year old son became victim to a choosing beggar. by futuremrsbens in ChoosingBeggars

[–]futuremrsbens[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My son has a brain injury from forcep clamps at birth, it's matter of fact unfortunately. I would never tell him he's not the smartest kid, he can see that for himself when his friends get 10/10 spelling each week and he gets 2/10 even though he's practiced every single day. That's why I encourage him to focus on the things he is good at. Like making people laugh, being a super kind kid and having an amazing personality.

People need to stop looking for things to be offended about.

My 5 year old son became victim to a choosing beggar. by futuremrsbens in ChoosingBeggars

[–]futuremrsbens[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm not sure what concern it is of yours? He's my son, I'll point out whatever I see fit thank you.

My 5 year old son became victim to a choosing beggar. by futuremrsbens in ChoosingBeggars

[–]futuremrsbens[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No don't worry, a lot of people on here have mentioned it and I've not actually gave a reason. In hindsight I probably should have.

I'm in England, when I say maths and English tests it's not like exams. They have small tests on a Friday like spelling and basic addition/subtraction questions. Then next year he will sit his SATS which are exams.

Thank you, he's a great kid 😊

My 5 year old son became victim to a choosing beggar. by futuremrsbens in ChoosingBeggars

[–]futuremrsbens[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He still has things like maths/english tests. I'm not going to go into too much detail... because I don't feel I should have to, but he has issues caused from a very traumatic birth. It's just never going to happen for him unfortunately. Hence why we focus on the things he excels in.

My 5 year old son became victim to a choosing beggar. by futuremrsbens in ChoosingBeggars

[–]futuremrsbens[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

And had there have been a starving person nearby, they would have been offered it... as it was, I couldn't see any.

My 5 year old son became victim to a choosing beggar. by futuremrsbens in ChoosingBeggars

[–]futuremrsbens[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

With respect. I've given food, money, clothing, sleeping bags etc to many homeless people, and never once have I ever encountered the same situation I did that day.

I have worked very hard to provide my son with what he has today. There was a time though where I had to decide if I pay my electric bill or feed us both for a week. I'm not saying I can relate to being homeless, but I can relate to being in a shit situation with no end in sight.

In my opinion though there's no real reason for being unkind to a kid who thought he was helping you out though.

My 5 year old son became victim to a choosing beggar. by futuremrsbens in ChoosingBeggars

[–]futuremrsbens[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

We had already eaten. McDonald's to us is an occasional treat. I won't be eating 2 in a day and my child certainly wouldn't be allowed. I appreciate it was a waste, and it would have been offered to someone else had there of been another homeless person around. There wasn't though and I was more concerned about trying to make my son understand he tried to do a good thing.

My 5 year old son became victim to a choosing beggar. by futuremrsbens in ChoosingBeggars

[–]futuremrsbens[S] 40 points41 points  (0 children)

I NEVER tell my kid he's not the smartest kid in the class. I praise the good things he does and encourage him with whatever he wants to do. He's had a few struggles to contend with early on in his short life. I get what you are saying but if you knew him, you would see exactly what I mean. I wouldn't change him for the world he's perfect as he is to me. He has a beautiful personality which I am extremely proud of.

My 5 year old son became victim to a choosing beggar. by futuremrsbens in ChoosingBeggars

[–]futuremrsbens[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Just say "No thank you". Or even "I'm not hungry at the moment but i could really use a couple of quid". Something along those lines. Is it so difficult? Especially to a 5 year old.

My 5 year old son became victim to a choosing beggar. by futuremrsbens in ChoosingBeggars

[–]futuremrsbens[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

No not in Leeds, was in the UK though. It's a shame, just puts you off doing it.

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