[Ajack]

Originally Posted by Talk Host

It was an interesting conversation. That's what this forum is for. The people who brought up the topic didn't think it was "nutin" They wanted to talk about it, and we are doing that.

You are right of course. I should have been more explicit. The conversation is almost always great here. What I meant was that solicitation was not much of a problem . Like someone said, most of it is done online, telephone etc.
I enjoyed your story about the homeless man, though.

[Ajack]

Originally Posted by Tweety Bird

Gracie is kind. I have always admired Jehovah's Witnesses who take their personal time to give free bible studies and share literature. Do other faiths share their faith from door to door besides LDS? Remember the priests that went from door to door? To make fun of people who strive to go to others in all sincerity and earnestness is a noble act. It's not about whether you agree with them or not as a whole, but they are people like you and I who take their faith VERY seriously and study alot. They want to share something from the bible. Some of their articles are absolutely terrific! They are not selling services or items for money. Let us give honor where honor is due and respect those that wish to go to our doors to share something good. I don't think shot guns and saying snide, rude comments to people who are doing a noble deed is necessary. Take a magazine and enjoy whatever article may touch your heart. If a Catholic came to your door with literature, would you treat them unkindly? I'm sure something in any spiritual literature can be enjoyed with a moment over a cup of coffee and silent spiritual reflection can be had. You don't have to agree with everything....but one article might be a wonderful thing to reflect on. Just thought I'd share my personal thoughts.

I was waiting for someone to finally come to their defense and bring a little levity to the discussion. Thank you, you have a kind soul.: )

[SALYBOW]

That was a very insightful post Tweety. I have always tried to be civil to the door knockers because I too admire that they take two years out of their lives to proselitize. Well there was the one time when they wanted to chat as my hubby and I were leaving for the hospital to birth our son. I was not too corsial to them but I claim labor as a rightful excuse.

[AnonChick]

In one neighborhood I lived in, we'd get JW, Mormons, and Born Again Christians. If I wanted to hear someone's testimony I know where the church is. If I want to be preached at, there are plenty of public street corners I know of where I can find a preacher almost 24/7. And if I don't feel like leaving home, I can always look one up in the phone book, or do a google search for a video.

I don't go knocking on peoples' doors with the intention of imposing my beliefs on them, I expect others to have the same respect and not do so with me. I don't care if it's once a year, or once a decade. I don't like it when politicians do it either. Actually I especially don't like it when they do it. With the religious people, I just say no thanks, grumble, and try to remember where I put the fork when I go back to the supper table. When it's a politician, I tell them thanks for letting me know who I -won't- be voting for, and then I shut the door and leave them there.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by AnonChick

In one neighborhood I lived in, we'd get JW, Mormons, and Born Again Christians. If I wanted to hear someone's testimony I know where the church is. If I want to be preached at, there are plenty of public street corners I know of where I can find a preacher almost 24/7. And if I don't feel like leaving home, I can always look one up in the phone book, or do a google search for a video.

I don't go knocking on peoples' doors with the intention of imposing my beliefs on them, I expect others to have the same respect and not do so with me. I don't care if it's once a year, or once a decade. I don't like it when politicians do it either. Actually I especially don't like it when they do it. With the religious people, I just say no thanks, grumble, and try to remember where I put the fork when I go back to the supper table. When it's a politician, I tell them thanks for letting me know who I -won't- be voting for, and then I shut the door and leave them there.

I understand your frustration Anonchick and I agree with you, but I bet that neighborhood wasn't in The Villages.

Here I go, thinking my life experience is typical.........Please don't yell, I'm trying.

[iandwk]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

I think it is much ado about nothing.

Fish gotta swim and birds gotta fly and JW's are gonna do what they do.

I have to agree with Gracie.

You can't change them. Many have tried. They don't believe all of the Bible, so pointing out flaws in their doctrine is useless. I've never spoken to one who was anything but nice when I told them , "No, thanks." They just move on to the neighbor's house.

Where are the door-to-door girl scouts selling cookies? They could make a fortune here in TV. I have to find them in front of Wal-Mart nowadays. I know they have changed their policy for safety reasons, but I miss answering the door and unexpectedly winding up with some great cookies.

[BlueHeronFan]

Originally Posted by villages07

Blue... Check out thE cdd website

http://www.districtgov.org/faq.aspx

In the FAQ section, it says cdd responsible for street signs, sidewalks, etc until maintenance is turned over to the county. So, perhaps the CDD is initially responsible until the county takes over. This may be just applicable to Sumter. I thought the situation was different in Marion and may be different in Lake.

In short, the intent is for Sumter county to maintain the roads, except for villa roads.

I learned something today. Much appreciated.

[Ajack]

Originally Posted by SALYBOW

That was a very insightful post Tweety. I have always tried to be civil to the door knockers because I too admire that they take two years out of their lives to proselitize. Well there was the one time when they wanted to chat as my hubby and I were leaving for the hospital to birth our son. I was not too corsial to them but I claim labor as a rightful excuse.

Good story,but I think you, at least, had a good reason to be less then cordial. I like to treat people the same way I would like to be treated. If I am not in the mood to open my door to certain people, I will just let the door bell ring until they go away. They face alot rejection and verbal abuse and I do not want to add to their burden.

[Talk Host]

Originally Posted by AnonChick

When it's a politician, I tell them thanks for letting me know who I -won't- be voting for, and then I shut the door and leave them there.

I, on the other hand, welcome political candidates when they knock on my door. The way I see it is that I want to vote for the person who most closely reflects my personal philosophies and values. What better way to help determine this than to spend a moment talking to them personally inside my home, on my turf.

Door to door campaigning is a difficult, time consuming and distasteful part of the political process for the candidates. Anyone who takes the time to do that, to personally meet me face to face to discuss the issues and "ask for my vote " has a far better chance of getting it. Party affiliation aside.

People complain bitterly about who is in office. Who put them there? We did. Did we vote for a person we never met, or did we vote for a person who was a guest in our house (even for a few minutes).

I'm curious, if George Bush, Barrack Obama, Ronald Reagan, Bill Clinton, Charlie Crist, Alex Cink, or Rick Scott knocked on your door to ask for your support, would you shut the door? "All politics is local." Your local candidates have a bigger impact on your life that these national celebrities.

How can we "throw out the bums" if we don't know who the bums are?


JLK

[Ajack]

Originally Posted by Talk Host

I, on the other hand, welcome political candidates when they knock on my door. The way I see it is that I want to vote for the person who most closely reflects my personal philosophies and values. What better way to help determine this than to spend a moment talking to them personally inside my home, on my turf.

Door to door campaigning is a difficult, time consuming and distasteful part of the political process for the candidates. Anyone who takes the time to do that, to personally meet me face to face to discuss the issues and "ask for my vote " has a far better chance of getting it. Party affiliation aside.

People complain bitterly about who is in office. Who put them there? We did. Did we vote for a person we never met, or did we vote for a person who was a guest in our house (even for a few minutes).

I'm curious, if George Bush, Barrack Obama, Ronald Reagan, Bill Clinton, Charlie Crist, Alex Cink, or Rick Scott knocked on your door to ask for your support, would you shut the door? "All politics is local." Your local candidates have a bigger impact on your life that these national celebrities.

How can we "throw out the bums" if we don't know who the bums are?


JLK

Very refreshing, Talk Host. That is a great attitude.

Regardless of ones political or personal beliefs, I try to remember that we are dealing with real people and not a faceless political party. Seems we are all wrapped up in the we and against them that real talking person to person is something of the past. All the time and money is spent on the electrical media.
Sadly, as we isolate ourselves in our cocoons, one on one or small groups actually discussing issues will be a quaint memory.

[AnonChick]

Originally Posted by Ajack

I like to treat people the same way I would like to be treated.

And the way I treat other people, IS how I'd like for them to treat me. I don't go to their homes uninvited and unannounced, ring their doorbells, and attempt to tell them about my relationship with the Lord.

Unfortunately, I can't always get that treatment in return.

[AnonChick]

Originally Posted by Talk Host

I, on the other hand, welcome political candidates when they knock on my door. The way I see it is that I want to vote for the person who most closely reflects my personal philosophies and values. What better way to help determine this than to spend a moment talking to them personally inside my home, on my turf.

Door to door campaigning is a difficult, time consuming and distasteful part of the political process for the candidates. Anyone who takes the time to do that, to personally meet me face to face to discuss the issues and "ask for my vote " has a far better chance of getting it. Party affiliation aside.

People complain bitterly about who is in office. Who put them there? We did. Did we vote for a person we never met, or did we vote for a person who was a guest in our house (even for a few minutes).

I'm curious, if George Bush, Barrack Obama, Ronald Reagan, Bill Clinton, Charlie Crist, Alex Cink, or Rick Scott knocked on your door to ask for your support, would you shut the door? "All politics is local." Your local candidates have a bigger impact on your life that these national celebrities.

How can we "throw out the bums" if we don't know who the bums are?


JLK

If any of those people showed up at my door, and weren't holding out a teller's check to cover my last 5 years' income tax, then you better believe I'd shut the door. And I'd tell them next time they stepped foot on my property I'd invoke Castle Law and shoot them in the knee.

[Ajack]

Originally Posted by AnonChick

And the way I treat other people, IS how I'd like for them to treat me. I don't go to their homes uninvited and unannounced, ring their doorbells, and attempt to tell them about my relationship with the Lord.

Unfortunately, I can't always get that treatment in return.

But if someday you need to knock on your neighbors or strangers door for any reason what so ever, I hope they treat you with respect.

[Talk Host]

Originally Posted by AnonChick

If any of those people showed up at my door, and weren't holding out a teller's check to cover my last 5 years' income tax, then you better believe I'd shut the door. And I'd tell them next time they stepped foot on my property I'd invoke Castle Law and shoot them in the knee.

Here in the United States of America, we don't shoot our candidates for elected office. I suspect you would end up in jail and I believe that would be the proper result. I'm guessing that you would fit in well in a country where there are no free elections and no freedom of speech. However, there, you would not be put in prison for your actions, you would likely be executed without trial.

[BobKat1]

I just realized, that in spite of being inundated with non-stop TV advertising, at least 5-6 phone calls per day and daily batches of ads in the mail, we haven't had one person come to the door on behalf of any candidate in the upcoming elections.

Suppose they know a lot of folks are getting tired of it, and personal interaction may not be very well received??