Things that make you go hmmm

[dlc95]

Back in the late 80's work would have me in Memphis once a year......scary place IMO

My gf used to be a flight attendant for a Delta subsidiary. She said that when in Memphis she woke up to a car burning in the parking lot that had a body in the trunk.

I'm just east of Pontiac which has some pretty dangerous parts in it. My cousin who grew up in Pontiac recently moved out to Auburn Hills because the shootings got so bad where she was.

My Mom and Dad both grew up there. Both sets of grandparents lived there as well as a bunch of aunts/uncles/cousins, so there are no parts I'm unfamiliar with, but I know the areas to really watch myself.

Last night I was with a group of odd friends and mom. It was brought up the time I was driving with my then gf through Pontiac on the way to Summit Place Mall. She didn't have an iota of street smarts. This was when people were getting shot at for making eye contact. I was a senior in high school, and she was a sophomore - we were young. There she is just staring out the window. I had to remind her to keep looking straight ahead. There was another time where the kids on the Pontiac bust started throwing things at my car, and another time where we were in her old 1972 Olds F85 eating Hot N Now in the Toys R Us parking lot and a group of Pontiac boys started throwing things at her car. I was outnumbered five to one so I chose to retreat!

[opie]

I heard memphis is bad. These stories are one reason why 2nd amendment is critical

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[Flash Gordon]

Back in the late 80's work would have me in Memphis once a year......scary place IMO

Back then this city was as safe as Fort Knox. You would be shocked if you saw it now.

This morning on my way to Mississippi (where half of memphians escaped to) I witnessed a young man being car jacked at the red light.

[Bill D]

That is something very troubling right there!

[Flash Gordon]

Luckily I don't have to worry about either. Google Dana Point and you'll see why.lol

No need to Google. I know right where you are. I pass through Dana Point on my way to San Clemente when I am in socal. Will be there again in just a few weeks. Very pretty area for sure

[Flash Gordon]

My gf used to be a flight attendant for a Delta subsidiary. She said that when in Memphis she woke up to a car burning in the parking lot that had a body in the trunk.

I'm just east of Pontiac which has some pretty dangerous parts in it. My cousin who grew up in Pontiac recently moved out to Auburn Hills because the shootings got so bad where she was.

My Mom and Dad both grew up there. Both sets of grandparents lived there as well as a bunch of aunts/uncles/cousins, so there are no parts I'm unfamiliar with, but I know the areas to really watch myself.

Last night I was with a group of odd friends and mom. It was brought up the time I was driving with my then gf through Pontiac on the way to Summit Place Mall. She didn't have an iota of street smarts. This was when people were getting shot at for making eye contact. I was a senior in high school, and she was a sophomore - we were young. There she is just staring out the window. I had to remind her to keep looking straight ahead. There was another time where the kids on the Pontiac bust started throwing things at my car, and another time where we were in her old 1972 Olds F85 eating Hot N Now in the Toys R Us parking lot and a group of Pontiac boys started throwing things at her car. I was outnumbered five to one so I chose to retreat!

I actually remember that story. That was some time back.

I always make eye contact. I want these idiots to know that I am aware of their presence. Street smarts and being familiar with the lay of the city also come in handy.
One mile North million dollar homes. One mile South 25,000 homes. This city changes fast

[Flash Gordon]

I heard memphis is bad. These stories are one reason why 2nd amendment is critical

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The police have shot and killed 3 in the past 10 days. We need more of that

[Flash Gordon]

That is something very troubling right there!

It was. In 60 seconds my mind went in 15 directions. I normally would have stopped to help but I only had a 4 hour window before the rain was going to hit me. I knew if I stopped I would end up having to wait on the police.

I did call the police to report what was happening. I haven't heard about anyone being murdered so hopefully it worked out for the young man

[Bosko]

Back then this city was as safe as Fort Knox. You would be shocked if you saw it now.

This morning on my way to Mississippi (where half of memphians escaped to) I witnessed a young man being car jacked at the red light.

Whoa!

The locals back then even told me, you are in the good part of Memphis..consider yourself lucky.

[Flash Gordon]

Whoa!

The locals back then even told me, you are in the good part of Memphis..consider yourself lucky.

Even the better parts of the city are becoming affected. I'm hoping this will finally bring change now that the big money folk are becoming victims.
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