The Homeless Woman of Society Hill (for sale, cost of, store)

[Larry Bowa]

Originally Posted by s1oozne

I'm not the one going around to every thread the other posts on and getting little digs in. I offered you a truce and you've continued to be like a gnat buzzing around me.

I am not "always talking about it". I use it as an example of exactly what doesn't belong on a site like this because it's the perfect example of just that. You could throw in 700level, CrossingBroad, or any of the other "Philly" sites that are mostly run by suburbanites pretending to be from the city as well.

Maybe learn how to "get along with others" before you go trying to say somebody else should.

At least two people found her story to be interesting ... And why is it such a big deal to you that somebody from suburban Philadelphia may be writing about Philadelphia? You don't have to live here to be familiar with it.

[s1oozne]

Originally Posted by Larry Bowa

At least two people found her story to be interesting ... And why is it such a big deal to you that somebody from suburban Philadelphia may be writing about Philadelphia? You don't have to live here to be familiar with it.

Do you not get what this site is for? It's about giving accurate information about the Philadelphia area. It's about discussing important topics like crime, the state of the city, etc, and painting the most accurate picture possible of this area. It's not about posting random stories about things that don't have anything to do with the larger city and area. Those sort of things have a place but that place isn't a site that people from outside of this area use to get an idea of the area and to ask questions.

It's a big deal that somebody from the suburbs (not suburban Philadelphia... the suburbs) is representing the city and especially if they're either claiming to be from the city or not admitting where they're really from. It's a big deal when you misrepresent somewhere or something.

Are you serious? You're the person who told me "You don't and have never lived in the city so..". Hypocrite.

[tintin19119]

Originally Posted by Larry Bowa

Artistry and incoherence in a life on the streets - Philly.com

I seen her before pushing her shopping cart full of bags. Nice to find out a little bit of background on her.

[Larry Bowa]

Originally Posted by s1oozne

Do you not get what this site is for? It's about giving accurate information about the Philadelphia area. It's about discussing important topics like crime, the state of the city, etc, and painting the most accurate picture possible of this area. It's not about posting random stories about things that don't have anything to do with the larger city and area. Those sort of things have a place but that place isn't a site that people from outside of this area use to get an idea of the area and to ask questions.

It's a big deal that somebody from the suburbs (not suburban Philadelphia... the suburbs) is representing the city and especially if they're either claiming to be from the city or not admitting where they're really from. It's a big deal when you misrepresent somewhere or something.

Are you serious? You're the person who told me "You don't and have never lived in the city so..". Hypocrite.

Make that three people.

Anyway, she's part of the city, people (including myself) have seen her many times, and I'm sure I'm not the only one who was curious about her. My girlfriend saw this story and told me about it, so I thought it'd be nice to share with the group. If it doesn't interest you, don't read it.

What part of "You don't have to be from Philly to do a story about it" don't you understand? I don't recall any journalists "claiming to be from the city" and I don't see any of them "misrepresenting." Since when do journalists and photographers have to "admit where they're really from?" That makes no sense at all. I don't care where they're from, to be honest with you. Are you saying only people from Kensington can do stories about Kensington? That's what it sounds like.

[Spazkat9696]

Originally Posted by s1oozne

Do you not get what this site is for? It's about giving accurate information about the Philadelphia area. It's about discussing important topics like crime, the state of the city, etc, and painting the most accurate picture possible of this area. It's not about posting random stories about things that don't have anything to do with the larger city and area. Those sort of things have a place but that place isn't a site that people from outside of this area use to get an idea of the area and to ask questions.

It's a big deal that somebody from the suburbs (not suburban Philadelphia... the suburbs) is representing the city and especially if they're either claiming to be from the city or not admitting where they're really from. It's a big deal when you misrepresent somewhere or something.

Are you serious? You're the person who told me "You don't and have never lived in the city so..". Hypocrite.

I happen to like her story. What about it is not an informative, accurate, and positive?


Thanks to the OP for sharing. It's nice to read about something other than crime and politics from time to time.

Who's Norman?

[alphamale]

Very interesting story. You never know. She is absolutely mentally ill though, and I wish she would come to terms with it. I hope she stays safe.

BTW....there's no reason not to share that story on here....since it is a Philadelphia forum and all.

[Larry Bowa]

Originally Posted by Spazkat9696

I happen to like her story. What about it is not an informative, accurate, and positive?


Thanks to the OP for sharing. It's nice to read about something other than crime and politics from time to time.

Who's Norman?

Norman was a black guy who was around South Street for 40/50 years (he told me that). I believe he was born and raised in the area, but I'm not certain. He used to wear a Viking helmet and dance around acting crazy. I drank with him a few times in Mako's, he was a harmless, gentle guy. He had his issues, but he didn't strike me as completely crazy. He never asked for anything, from what I gathered.
Towards the end, he wound up on the street, living next to Jim's Steaks on Fourth. I'm sure somebody else can tell you more.

[Larry Bowa]

[john_starks]

Nice find! I don't think that anybody rocked the Flava flav clock like That cat did he was definitely a south street icon. His passing is another reminder of the changing fabric of south street.

[Larry Bowa]

Originally Posted by john_starks

Nice find! I don't think that anybody rocked the Flava flav clock like That cat did he was definitely a south street icon. His passing is another reminder of the changing fabric of south street.

Thanks. I miss Mako's.