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To think this comment from a friend was cruel?

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Kelly099 · 24/11/2023 19:47

I was walking through town with a friend looking for a bite to eat. We walked past a charity that provide hot meals and drinks for the homeless/vulnerable, and there was a large crowd of people waiting to receive their meal.
My friend joked 'This is where we're eating tonight.'
I was quite disgusted, and told her 'You're very lucky to not be in that position.' she didn't say anything and changed the subject.
I'm sure it was just a case of speaking without thinking, but I was quite disappointed tbh.

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Diamonde · 25/11/2023 09:40

Agree @PippyLongTits

CantFindTheBeat · 25/11/2023 09:59

@PippyLongTits

Maybe.

Clearly the best option is to not let anyone overhear anything.
The words 'grateful and appreciate' isn't at all 'we're not the same as these poor people'.

Diamonde · 25/11/2023 10:20

It's well-intentioned but if you're homeless hearing that it's a bit depressing. More so than someone making a joke tbh

Definitely don't let them overhear at all

zingally · 25/11/2023 11:07

It was a joke that clearly didn't land well.

Being so morally outraged is a big over-reaction.

BitchAssMosquitoe · 25/11/2023 11:24

I wouldn’t be impressed by that joke but I’d let it slide all the same. They probably didn’t mean anything by it.

Comtesse · 25/11/2023 12:01

You have over reacted.

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