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Originally Posted by Polar Bear
I'm honestly not sure what I would do. It hasn't happened to me yet and I hope it never does. But I see a lot of posts saying, legalities aside, the golfer should take responsibility for their actions. I can't help but think....the homeowner has taken an action in deciding to buy on the golf course. Where is the responsibility for that action?
Some in the golfer-should-take-responsibility-for-their-action crowd sound a bit holier-than-thou to me. I just don't think it's clear-cut enough to look down on those who would play on and leave it to the homeowner.
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That's how I see it too. If I made the decision to buy a house in harm's way I have to take responsibility. I would do what was possible to protect my investment. Others may put a greenhouse on the back and cringe everytime someone swings.
I don't envy the golf course lot owners. Why should I?
I don't like being told what I feel, what I think or being told I'm an unfit parent.
I really would like to own a lot that overlooks a pond. I enjoy watching and taking pictures of water birds. That's not envy either. I wish I was a better golfer too. Is that envy?
As far as do unto others,,,,I would never impose my values on anyone or tell anyone else they are unfit to be a parent. I don't want that done to me either.
I should let this go. I usually avoid confrontation. But stealing someone's golf bag is wrong as is not paying for a dented car door but somehow I'm lumped in with those people too.
What if you broke a glass at a restaurant? I wouldn't pay for that either. But that doesn't mean I would steal a glass. And if I knocked over someones drink, I would apologize and buy them a drink.