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Is it really that big of a deal? The OP uses the word pestered, another poster say accosted...the lady asked, she said no and walked away. Big deal. The OP was inconvenienced by having to take a second to think about the fact that there are children out there in dire need, they have been abused, neglected... The horror that the OP would be violated in that way! It does seem like kind of an odd place to do recruiting but as long as they aren't pressuring people, I don't see the big deal.
That's what I was going to say. When I read the title I pictured some other gym-goer lecturing the OP from the treadmill about fostering. It seems a little odd to me, but I wouldn't call it "pestering" or "accosting." It was one question.
Is it really that big of a deal? The OP uses the word pestered, another poster say accosted...the lady asked, she said no and walked away. Big deal. The OP was inconvenienced by having to take a second to think about the fact that there are children out there in dire need, they have been abused, neglected... The horror that the OP would be violated in that way! It does seem like kind of an odd place to do recruiting but as long as they aren't pressuring people, I don't see the big deal.
Actually, I didnt think of the above. I WAS horrified, however, that they'd even ask such a question.
Always thought fostering and such was a personal decision and that if someone wanted to do so, they'd seek out the way to accomplish that on their own.
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Originally Posted by rkb0305
That's what I was going to say. When I read the title I pictured some other gym-goer lecturing the OP from the treadmill about fostering. It seems a little odd to me, but I wouldn't call it "pestering" or "accosting." It was one question.
You call it one question, I call it pestering in the same way groups will pester you outside of a Wal-Mart selling candy bars...only this time it was children (worse)
Is this a Carolina thing? I was in NC for two years. I have seen these booths, though they asked other guys/girls if they liked to become foster parents.
I think they skipped me becoz I look very foreigner?
Well, I am a Carolina native and have never seen such a booth anywhere, gym or otherwise.
However, if I did, I certainly would not find it offensive.
You were working out at the YMCA, a very Christian and family oriented organization, I'm not surprised at all that this happened there. You should check out their website or even their front desk and ask about their history and core beliefs, if this makes you uncomfortable, I would find another gym.
They have recruiting days at various malls across the country too. Obviously, Christian bastions as well.
So throw your Christian hate speech in another forum it'll be more appropriate in.
You call it one question, I call it pestering in the same way groups will pester you outside of a Wal-Mart selling candy bars...only this time it was children (worse)
Kids selling candy outside Wal-Mart bothers you? If you are really this sensitive, how do you even leave the house?
Actually, I didnt think of the above. I WAS horrified, however, that they'd even ask such a question.
Always thought fostering and such was a personal decision and that if someone wanted to do so, they'd seek out the way to accomplish that on their own.
You call it one question, I call it pestering in the same way groups will pester you outside of a Wal-Mart selling candy bars...only this time it was children (worse)
Yeah, you seem a little sensitive. To pester involves persistence, repetitiveness usually about something of little importance. You are also assuming they didn't ask men and are offended...based on your unfounded assumption..??? There is enough drama in the world, I see no reason to invent more in my life.
I don't see how it is a personal question either. Kids who need foster care are in high risk groups and we really should all be more aware. Most folks have no idea. Even if you don't want to foster a kid you might want to sign up for a Big sister program or at least be informed that there are kids in your community who need homes. There are a lot of people who can fill a need....but they first have to be made aware of it. It certainly is a thought provoking question even if you aren't interested in fostering children.
I wonder though, would you have been equally pestered and horrified if the person had asked "Have you ever considered fostering a dog from the animal shelter?"
They have recruiting days at various malls across the country too. Obviously, Christian bastions as well.
So throw your Christian hate speech in another forum it'll be more appropriate in.
What's your problem? It is a Christian organization. I also work out there and am well aware that they are a Christian based facility and very family oriented. I was pointing out that fact to the OP.
I'm a Christian by the way, so I don't know what your rant is all about.
I think you should save this post somewhere and take a look at it in 10yrs when you've matured a little. I think you'll be horrified at your insensitivity.
Maybe that day someone was walking out of the Y and in the back of their mind they had always wondered about fostering and because of that "table" they were able to find out information on how to get started and maybe a child's life will be changed because of them.
Maybe do you think your moment of irritation was worth that chance?
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