tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20377909.post2877241431271787758..comments2024-02-26T08:05:58.174-08:00Comments on ECONOMICROT: A new sign of the times?Randyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09221346085089343469noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20377909.post-64749840780881050202009-03-22T23:33:00.000-07:002009-03-22T23:33:00.000-07:00A Paycheck Away From RuinFears Grow As More Consum...<B>A Paycheck Away From Ruin</B><BR/><BR/>Fears Grow As More Consumers Just a Paycheck Or Two From Ruin <BR/><BR/>http://www.foxbusiness.com/story/markets/industries/fears-grow-consumers-just-paycheck-ruin/Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20377909.post-6175542739252843402009-03-22T16:13:00.000-07:002009-03-22T16:13:00.000-07:00Most unfortunately...a sign of the times. A time t...Most unfortunately...a sign of the times. A time to cleave to our Heavenly Father, and know His will and plan is better than our own. My heart aches for those without jobs that were responsible and are being laid-off due to our stupid government, housing bubble, etc.Shannon Wallacehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15858693364105977689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20377909.post-77016660222771761392009-03-22T08:09:00.000-07:002009-03-22T08:09:00.000-07:00I think your empathy is commendable. So few people...I think your empathy is commendable. So few people are thoughtful enough to imagine themselves in that situation, but it could happen to most of us. I do think it’s going to be an increasingly common sight. What’s more, I think at first such people will be polite and patient, but as time goes on they will become less and less patient and potentially inclined toward “unrest” or even criminality, especially as their numbers grow and the climate becomes more competitive.<BR/><BR/><A HREF="http://daveeriqat.wordpress.com/" REL="nofollow">Dave - Erstwhile Urban Wanderer</A>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20377909.post-18064881438313824512009-03-21T23:27:00.000-07:002009-03-21T23:27:00.000-07:00I workout at this LVAC also and was there this mor...I workout at this LVAC also and was there this morning (Sat). Didn't see the man you're talking about. Hopefully someone found him a job.Chethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13908928418299261817noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20377909.post-12652196768560862952009-03-21T16:36:00.000-07:002009-03-21T16:36:00.000-07:00Seeing more of that here in Wilmington DE. My neig...Seeing more of that here in Wilmington DE. My neighbor across the street is a painting contractor, and he is hurting. I'm gonna hire him to help me put up some drywall. The guy next to him has hired to to do some work in finishing his basement.<BR/><BR/>JackAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20377909.post-20766487734581659042009-03-21T14:10:00.000-07:002009-03-21T14:10:00.000-07:00I see in that article that my earlier thoughts are...I see in that article that my earlier thoughts are being promoted by those closest to ground zero, i.e., give them a space and maybe some minimal facilities (dumpsters, portajohns, shower shelters) and you have a better chance of a self policing "society" among the unfortunate. Hassling those who deliver food and water is a non-starter, and the city needs to pull its head out. They aren't soon going away, and those that help ARE helping.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20377909.post-18571285437040727002009-03-21T13:38:00.000-07:002009-03-21T13:38:00.000-07:00I don't go out to lunch much, but Tuesday a friend...I don't go out to lunch much, but Tuesday a friend and I met at a local Japanese restaurant. I was there a year ago last time and in those days you had to be there by 11.30 or you wouldn't get a table. By 11.45 it was full and you had to cue. We met at 11.30, not thinking much about the signs of the times, but by 12 it hit home. The place was half empty. It stayed half empty the whole time we were there. Everey other table unoccupied. The times they are a-changin'.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20377909.post-16387322029411832992009-03-21T11:36:00.000-07:002009-03-21T11:36:00.000-07:00What is really disturbing is that many jobs (espec...What is really disturbing is that many jobs (especially well paying) appear unlikely to return. With the demise of the FIRE sector, the U.S. economy loses its most important income generator.<BR/><BR/>The Fed just recently took the first steps in outright "money printing". What I can't foresee though is if the deflation from deleveraging, along with high unemployment will prevent strong inflation from taking hold. As you're no doubt aware, currently there's strong arguments on both sides of that issue.<BR/><BR/>Under inflation, all workers suffer (not just the unemployed).<BR/><BR/>So Randy, you might not have to do anything. Our Uncle will introduce a hidden tax (i.e. inflation) so that you help others.<BR/><BR/>Unfortunately, aside from helping the disadvantaged, it means you ALSO help Execs from failed companies get bonuses.<BR/><BR/>For that I put the blame on Voters. After all, the voting majority elect the very politicians who have implemented the policies that got us where we are today.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20377909.post-60015665263065327552009-03-21T08:52:00.000-07:002009-03-21T08:52:00.000-07:00Hmmmm,You work out at "work" and you work out "aft...Hmmmm,<BR/><BR/>You work out at "work" and you work out "after work"...why are you bigger "old man"!<BR/><BR/>:)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20377909.post-85018663983923673652009-03-21T08:04:00.000-07:002009-03-21T08:04:00.000-07:00Randy,You are not making too big a deal out of tha...Randy,<BR/>You are not making too big a deal out of that. It is a big deal. It feels awful to hear that story. It is the sobering reality of our situation that is unfolding all around. What can we do now?<BR/>I think we'll be finding out what kind of people we are as a country, as we go through this. <BR/><BR/>I seem to remember Joseph Campbell commenting about the Great Depression saying how people have no idea how bad it was then.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00500214795443898836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20377909.post-59276323212626525582009-03-21T07:32:00.000-07:002009-03-21T07:32:00.000-07:00We've been see more and more of this in Baltimore....We've been see more and more of this in Baltimore.OSRhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09454944574511999653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20377909.post-39221442839894765792009-03-21T07:24:00.000-07:002009-03-21T07:24:00.000-07:00Forgot to add, your story was even more depressing...Forgot to add, your story was even more depressing because I came over for "weekend funnies" and instead read that. Signs of the times.....lauriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12361680728538303451noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20377909.post-53038965996203695332009-03-21T07:19:00.000-07:002009-03-21T07:19:00.000-07:00It is heart breaking because when we see someone l...It is heart breaking because when we see someone like that, we realize it could be us....<BR/><BR/>I fear in the near future there will be more of "us" - clean cut, middle and upper class, resposnsible people in desperate situations.lauriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12361680728538303451noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20377909.post-48558171681745047212009-03-21T07:17:00.000-07:002009-03-21T07:17:00.000-07:00I have to admit that I had been jaded by the crew ...I have to admit that I had been jaded by the crew of guys regularly working the intersection of Paradise and Desert Inn for handouts for so long that I had lost compassion for those truly in need. You've made me reconsider.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20377909.post-83332457086980638962009-03-21T06:23:00.000-07:002009-03-21T06:23:00.000-07:00Randy,Thank you for sharing this. "But for the gr...Randy,<BR/><BR/>Thank you for sharing this. "But for the grace of God..."<BR/><BR/>A financial pale horse has been loosed. And hell followed with him. <BR/><BR/>I still believe many are in denial and it varies greatly by region. <BR/><BR/>Keep preparing. <BR/><BR/>My best wishes to you and all who read your blog,<BR/><BR/>PDMAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20377909.post-21465502747505822402009-03-21T04:56:00.000-07:002009-03-21T04:56:00.000-07:00LV Tent city<A HREF="http://www.lvrj.com/news/41483592.html" REL="nofollow">LV Tent city</A>Randyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09221346085089343469noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20377909.post-9534428358432691672009-03-21T04:11:00.000-07:002009-03-21T04:11:00.000-07:00No, you are not making too big a deal out of this....No, you are not making too big a deal out of this... and yes, I'd say it was definately a sign of the times. I applaude your compassion.<BR/> I was an over-the-road truck driver for a few years and would keep a couple small bags of basics (a bottle of water, piece of fruit, granola bar or two, can of tuna etc.) in the truck with me and hand them out the window when I'd encounter folks panhandeling at intersections and on/off ramps.<BR/> Maybe with someone like that (and if you truely felt impelled to reach out) you could hand him a business card and have him call you to help "network" him. If he's as decent a guy as he appeared I'd guess you will have made a friend for life.Maxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02562938272609383597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20377909.post-77004138051228972852009-03-21T02:02:00.000-07:002009-03-21T02:02:00.000-07:00It is a sign of the times Randy. Are there tent c...It is a sign of the times Randy. Are there tent cities for homeless jobless people in your area like here in California?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03773178209056959839noreply@blogger.com