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> I find it more peculiar that people will treat a dog or other subhuman creature better then they will homeless person. Maybe a tad off topic, but as a older
by treehau5 10y ago
> I find it more peculiar that people will treat a dog or other subhuman creature better then they will homeless person.
Maybe a tad off topic, but as a older millennial growing up in "dog" culture, thank you for saying this. The times I have seen my fellows, heck even my places of employment, bend over backwards to help the "Humane" society (ironic name, isn't it?), or hold puppy adoption events, or donate supplies to local shelters is astounding. Certainly commendable, but I wish the same enthusiasm was met for our fellow human beings as well. I wish we held "Adopt a child" events as much as we held "adopt a stray or rescue" events. I like those ads I hear sometimes about "You don't have to be perfect to be a foster parent" My wife and I are considering it. Maybe if it was more visible it would help push us over the cliff, and many others as well.
- FullMtlAlcoholc 10y agoBy all means, I heartily recommend it. I grew up with an adoptive brother from the age of 8. I honestly think I'd be a less complete and more spoiled/selfish person if I grew up as a single child. He now has a wife and child and the rest of us have a new, extended family. Even though I have a degree in Economics, It's not hyperbolic to say that things like these are truly the priceless things that make life worth living.