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PikaBlue

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11. I'd put on my passive-aggressive jerk hat

Reply to Ninga (Original post)

Wed May 7, 2025, 01:06 PM

May 7

and send them a card with condolences and proof of my donation to a local animal shelter in memory of Mr. Ninja. The animal shelter will put the donation to good use, Mr. Ninja gets kitty heaven brownie points for inspiring kindness towards stray kitties, and your neighbors can chew on the fact that empathy and kindness are fundamental Dem traits. They won't change their attitudes, but you might feel less torn about your response.

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This message was self-deleted by its author [View all] Ninga May 7 OP

Offer condolences to keep the peace and ask if they plan to deport the remains for burial. bucolic_frolic May 7 #1

I like your spirit. Ninga May 7 #5

Hmm... 2naSalit May 7 #2

I know, you are correct, it shouldn't be that hard. I don't want to, but will reluctantly. At the end of Ninga May 7 #7

It is. 2naSalit May 7 #8

If it were me, I would say something the next time I run into my neighbor. Raven123 May 7 #3

I view a lot of Republicans as delusional Stargleamer May 7 #4

I'd keep it civil and offer them condolences. bif May 7 #6

So you can't express a sympathy for Mr Ninga. Is that wrong? Well you did ask the question ... marble falls May 7 #9

It doesn't cost you anything to be kind, regardless of your neighbor's politics. Ocelot II May 7 #10

It's been helpful for me here,today, to open the emotional gate and let reason in.... Ninga May 7 #13

I'd put on my passive-aggressive jerk hat PikaBlue May 7 #11

Thanks. I'm going to actually consider this. Ninga May 7 #12

After an alert and discussion with the hosts, locking. Emile May 7 #14

Use your best judgement. It wouldn't hurt and hopefully you'll feel good about yourself. Fla Dem May 7 #15