Do You Engage with Your Neighbors?

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The discussion centers around the growing isolation in neighborhoods, with many individuals expressing varied experiences with their neighbors. Some participants share positive interactions, highlighting community support, shared activities like gardening, and mutual aid during emergencies. Others note a lack of connection, citing physical barriers like fences and the design of modern homes that discourage interaction. There are reflections on the changing nature of neighborly behavior, with some lamenting a decline in altruism and willingness to help others in distress. The conversation also touches on the impact of socioeconomic status on neighborly relations, suggesting that more affluent areas may foster less community engagement compared to blue-collar neighborhoods. Participants emphasize the importance of knowing one’s neighbors, sharing resources, and the role of community events in fostering connections. Overall, the thread reveals a complex landscape of neighborly relationships, influenced by environment, personal experiences, and societal changes.
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No. They annoy the hell out of me with their surround sound and their screaming brat of a child. I hate them.
 
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Beeza said:
No. They annoy the hell out of me with their surround sound and their screaming brat of a child. I hate them.

do you live three houses to the north of me?
 
  • #33
rewebster said:
do you live three houses to the north of me?

If you live in Dover and go to UNH, then maybe :)
 

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