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Blakey said:Man...thanks, do i ever feel old now....
That's the funny thing about people, we're all different ages.
Blakey said:Man...thanks, do i ever feel old now....
PPCLI MCpl said:That's the funny thing about people, we're all different ages.
whiskey601 said:Actually, in London there is an even chance this act was committed by anti-war or similar issue orientated protesters and not "kids" per se. We have a very serious problem in this city with a growing group of radical and irresponsible 20-40 year olds who have no respect for the history of the country and the views of others, the property of others and especially historical sites. The main Cenotaph has been similarly vandalized in recent years, especially after 9/11.
Dare said:I would put money on the purpetrators fitting well within the realm of being defined as "kids". A persons ardency towards (true) anti-war positions does not equate to a predisposition for immature and illegal acts. Lack of experience, knowledge and wisdom equates to a predisposition to immature and illegal acts. I'm afraid that "kids" fits quite well in that generalized catagory. These individuals must take responsibility for their actions, rather than letting us blame others for their poor choices. Once caught, I'm sure many would like them to "pay dearly", but we also have to remember that we want them to learn the meaning of what they have done in it's true essence. A severe punishment would likely reverse any lesson they might learn. Given it was latex paint, it's probable that at least some thought went into making sure it was not a permanent. I think the judge should order them to spend a day or two with some veterans, pay for the cost of cleaning and let it be.
I'm sure they know right from wrong too, they just believe that our wrong is their right. Which is why I suggest some exposure to the people whom would be offended the most by what they have done so they can have a better understanding of the sacrifices these people made for them. If you want to play right into their current belief stream, well why don't we just cane them publicly then.. I'm sure that's what our veterens faught for..Marty said:I might be way off base here but , if you are old enough to know the difference between latex and oil paint , you are most defiantly old enough to know right from wrong ...................IE you are an adult . Back when I thought paint was paint was paint I broke into a camp (with a friend) and trashed the place , I wasn't protesting anything ,and not crying out for help, just said (*&^ it lets have some fun . When dear old Dad got to the bottom of things , he didn't send me to a therapist , he handled things in a more hands on way , for more than a few years after that everytime I saw that Camp I peed in my pants and forgot who I was for a few hours . BUT I never even thought about a life of crime after that . My point is sometimes kids just need a kick in the *** from their father ..............if hes not to busy .......HMMMM maybe thats the problem here .
Love793 said:These people have caused problems for 31 CBG units in the past,
Dare said:I'm sure they know right from wrong too, they just believe that our wrong is their right. Which is why I suggest some exposure to the people whom would be offended the most by what they have done so they can have a better understanding of the sacrifices these people made for them. If you want to play right into their current belief stream, well why don't we just cane them publicly then.. I'm sure that's what our veterens faught for..
The best solution is a turn around with motivation, rather than a break by force. Show them the dots they don't see yet, and let them make the connections.
x-grunt said:What kinds of probs have they caused you?
Oh, the irony.Marty said:I always thought that our veterans fought to rid the world of a tyrant . I think a few public canings would go a long ways to fixing some of these "troubled little souls" , where do I sign up .
Dare said:If you want to play right into their current belief stream, well why don't we just cane them publicly then.. I'm sure that's what our veterens faught for..
Actually, that's called sarcasm.old medic said:Oh, the irony.
Hunter911 said:It hasnt changed. Im in grade 10 going into grade 11... and all we study is ancient, canadian, african canadian, and world history. And that mainly has to do with WWI and WWII