Okay, so a house in east houston got invaded (mexican, maybe black, neighborhoods over there), and the perps got shot, and 4 out of 6 died.
And, with the mexican neighbor's foreclosure happening, the 20-something guy living there has taken a liking to get right next to our property line where his fence is, and then empty his gun into the sky, while I'm quietly working outside (In other words, I'm not provoking anyone). At least I think I'm pretty quiet. Not really because I'm trying to be quiet, just run out of topics to talk about with the dog around midday, lol. (That'd be 100 feet away from where I am.)
So... thinking it might be wise to prepare somehow. I'm not feeling particularly bellicose myself, but I understand how the impoverished sure can. So far, I've been ignoring it, doesn't really seem like a legit threat like the old neighborhood with the meth-heads and drug lords was. But with a foreclosure happening and with unpredictable "poor violent mexicans", can't be so assured certain matters haven't been scheduled.
Reading that the eviction from foreclosure typically takes 14-30 days, fair to speculate the "closing date" was Jan 1. (Or possibly earlier)
Meaning, they should be gone by Feb 1.
Seems like typically the "Shooting gun into the air" behavior usually means... 1) anger or 2) trying to establish territorial lines.
Fair to speculate either could be the motive. "Better not step foot on this property after I leave", lol
Anger could come from resentment of seeing this young whippersnapper building his own place and doing peachy, while they aren't. Jealousy is a green eyed monster.
https://study.com/academy/lesson/green-eyed-monster-meaning-lesson-quiz.html
The green-eyed monster can lead even the most respected and beloved men to murder.
[The proper term for possessions or accomplishments is "envy"; jealousy = love.]
It's interesting to see that the person with the most expensive house is getting foreclosed, while everyone who built their own place (Including myself) is doing just fine. And, among those people, I happen to be the only person constructing proper wooden houses in this neighborhood.
Did I ever get jealous of anyone in the Amanda thingamajigger? Nope, not really. I rather became depressed, hurt and angry when she intentionally maximized the shock, trauma and pain.
Granted, maybe it was to teach me a lesson. If you're going to take a girl, you better not ... walk away. And if you do, you better not look back!! lol
The mexican family is there largely because they got in during the mortgage heydays where EVERYONE could have a house. Purchased in 2007. So them getting evicted is a strong sign that this land is being reclaimed by the wealthier segments of society, and its population is in effect 'gentrifying'.
I should get the siding on it before the bank sells it. And at the current pace, that seems likely. Plan to side it after the floor frame is constructed (In 5 days?)
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You are so right, love doesn't "find" people. Dating for me is a numbers game, if you're going out on 2-3 dates a week eventually you will like someone and someone will like you back.
My best piece of advise on dates is to be fun and authentic. Do not try to sell yourself. You should be on this date to see if this guy works for YOU. Not trying to see if he's interested in you. I've kind of read a couple of your relationship posts now and you seem like you're trying your darnedest to be what guys are looking for. Stop doing that, be whatever you want. People in general like people who like themselves and are comfortable with themselves. I'm not saying you're uncomfortable with yourself but you are a beautiful lady and your looks certainly aren't holding you back. Also it might help to read up on some psychology behind dating. I.e. The whole don't txt back right away rule is mentioned because people are generally attracted to someone who appears busy with a full life.
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But what if we can't get dates? i hate when people give this advice... like the whole problem stems from OP not getting asked out on dates. I get that it is a numbers thing, but what if you aren't getting numbers? It makes you feel like you have no options
I like how he makes it sound so easy, "Just go out on 2-3 dates a week". How the fudge do you score a date to begin with?
Wait, I bet this "he" is a "she" and ALRIGHTY THEN, that makes sense, lol. Of course it's so easy for that person.
This whole idea of "dates" doesn't really make sense to me, it seems like my past experience is based basically on "taking a girl", there's no dates involved at all to establish the relationship. Granted, maybe that will be a future development when I actually have the requirements in order. (For a guy, having a [SUITABLE] place.)
Step 1) Find a girl you like who's looking for a place
Step 2) Mention having that place, see how she responds. If favorably, goody gum drops. She should be basically throwing herself at you at this point, so there's little room for confusion.
Step 3) Followup, regardless of what she says. If she hasn't blocked you yet, just keep following up every so often. Probably should meet this person eventually, lol... amanda segued into that step by inviting me to her workplace to meet.
Unlike others, I don't seem to "fudging hate" being single. But, I could understand it if there were financial anxieties attached to the notion like could likely be the case for a renter female. A girl might have trouble meeting the sec+first+last deposit, if she blows her money or doesn't make enough. And, I think this was the Amanda girl.
There are upsides in being attached to a girl you like, though. I won't say they are "overwhelming upsides", but pretty nice. It's like adding the frosting to a plain cupcake.
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Just got "finished" with the holes and realized I started off on the wrong hole with the east side, so all the holes are wrong. I need to create a new full set of holes, which I'm thinking will be finished by tomorrow. It was started on the wrong hole because the first hole was obscured by the dark deep red pine bark that had long been decomposing there, so it wasn't really visible. No obvious "Sand pit" (Probably should kept digging for it).
The only "correct row" is the very last row, and that's when I noticed the problem. Last row wasn't lined up with the previous row.
