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Originally Posted by Patty55
Yep, kind of sums up my feelings. I do feel that I can do as I wish as long as I follow the rules. Prior to living here I made more of an effort to being considerate, now... NOT SO MUCH.
I find it impossible to be considerate of others because everyone has a complaint about something. Dogs outside? Smoking in the outside smoking section? Birds eating peanuts?
I've got a handful of things that I find offensive... I can't tolerate loud, crude and common people. I'm also bothered by stupid people. Do I wander the town square with an IQ Test (usually don't have to, it's apparent), no, I just remove myself from the situation.
Let's try to keep our eyes on the big picture, kiddies. We're living in a beautiful community with generally law-abiding people. The dogs here are well-bred, well groomed, on a leash. They are not a pack of renegade mutts tearing through the community (can't say the same for the children).
If you all feel so strongly about this issue, change the rules, but be careful. Remember that in life when you make a choice you must accept the consequences.
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Just returned from Clearwater and had lunch with our dog on the patio. The reason he was with us is that we were traveling and it's too hot in the car. He was greeted with warm smiles, dog treats, and a nice cool bowl of water. There were no hand sanitizers on the table, no warnings bout washing our hand,no dirty looks and yes, the hostess and waiter did pet him. He lay under the table, quiet, unobtrusive and loved.
P.S. I can't stand gum chewers...it's a common, vulgar habit.
