Over the last few days I’ve been shopping different places to stock the larder for the weekend. At one store, the local football team asks me to buy something to fund it. I’ve demurred twice now without knowing what they’re selling, probably tickets to a raffle.
First off, I only give to selected charities; second, I never give where the middle man gets the bulk of the profit (candy bars); third; kids who get fireworks at graduation have very rich parents who can afford whatever the football team needs; and last, I don’t appreciate being accosted every time I shop for groceries.
That said, the young men were cordial, well-mannered and left me alone after I said a polite “no, not today.” When I exited the store they were on their expensive cell phones. Why would I want to give them money??? Dee
