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UncleChip
25-04-18, 04:22 PM
I don't know why, but whenever I'm generous bad things seem to happen, either to myself or to the person receiving my aid.
It happened again today; after my job interview (which went quite well, but no decision yet) I decided to pick up a fish sandwich. I was feeling happier than usual and the sandwiches were quite cheap, so I bought 2 in an attempt to reward myself.
Outside I noticed a homeless person, and after taking a minute to reconsider my initial decision to just walk past and eat everything on the train, I walked back and gave her one of the sandwiches, which she seemed to be quite greatful for.
Moments after I left, I heard a man shouting about a sandwich - when I turned to look back, what appeared to be an angry homeless man was running towards her.
Like the coward I am, I turned back to face where I was going and left them to it.
If I hadn't done anything, I'd have the guilt of not sharing when I had more than enough to spare.
Now I have the guilt of making someone angry with someone else and possibly causing a fight. I hope she's OK.
smelly_steph
25-04-18, 04:46 PM
I wish you well with the job decision- what sort of job is it?
you did a good thing giving up your sandwich. their needs to be more people like you in the world (genirosity is so hard to find)
one question
fish?. in a sandwich?
really?
OldMike
25-04-18, 05:19 PM
Yep Steph it could be tuna, salmon, sardine, mackerel or even fish fingers :)
You did a good thing there Tony giving a sandwich to that woman, you can't be held responsible for others action and as for not intervening in the dispute over the sandwich it was probably a wise decision, best not to put yourself in danger.
You did a kind thing. It isn't your fault if someone else reacted negatively.
UncleChip
25-04-18, 08:12 PM
It was a fish finger, lettuce and tare tare sauce sandwich. Not sure if I spelled tare tare correctly, but it doesn't flag up a spelling mistake so it might be right.
The job was for a web programmer with a leaflet / cardboard display printing company. I seemed to do quite well, and they were interested in some skills I have which weren't on the original job spec. So I think I have a decent chance.
smelly_steph
26-04-18, 11:08 AM
well mike..... I guess if it works for some people!
I can't imagine eating a fish sandwich- the thought almost freaks me out.
magie06
26-04-18, 04:48 PM
Here we put anything and everything into sandwiches. A favourite here is a crisp sandwich. The most popular brand of crisp here is Tayto, so a Tayto sandwich is a norm for a lot of people. Otherwise, fish fingers would be another norm, a burger with curry sauce over the meat part is another strange one I saw.
Chip butty, with butter. Nothing like it :)
Jaquaia
26-04-18, 06:34 PM
Mmmmm....chip butty. Fancy a fish finger and ketchup sarnie now too. Or ready salted crisps and salad cream.
S deleted
26-04-18, 06:48 PM
Fish finger sarnie with lashings of ketchup is the ultimate comfort food. Accompanied by a chip buttie (plenty of salt and vinegar) and I’m in heaven. Ketchup counts as one of your 5 a day right? Side order of mushy peas makes 2.
Jaquaia
26-04-18, 07:00 PM
Only if they're batchelors. Hate chippy mushy peas!
Fish finger sarnie with lashings of ketchup is the ultimate comfort food. Accompanied by a chip buttie (plenty of salt and vinegar) and I’m in heaven. Ketchup counts as one of your 5 a day right? Side order of mushy peas makes 2.
Large soft bap with sliced cold butter ( not enough on it if it's spreadable) chips with salt pepper and vinegar with a very large dollop of full fat mayo!!...better than sex!!...lasts longer too!!
Jaquaia
26-04-18, 07:38 PM
Large soft bap with sliced cold butter ( not enough on it if it's spreadable) chips with salt pepper and vinegar with a very large dollop of full fat mayo!!...better than sex!!...lasts longer too!!
That all depends on the sex you're having (angel)
That all depends on the sex you're having (angel)
Thank you Claire Rayner!!!....(rofl) I had too much when I was younger! I'm trying to avoid a hip replacement! But I'll never be sick of chip butties!
S deleted
27-04-18, 08:40 AM
I think I rather have a chip butty too
OldMike
27-04-18, 10:33 AM
Thank you Claire Rayner!!!....(rofl) I had too much when I was younger! I'm trying to avoid a hip replacement! But I'll never be sick of chip butties!
Boasting again (giggle) I believe it's not much fun anyway ;) gimme a rhubarb crumble and a jug of custard any day.
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