Sorry Mr. Bissonnette, you attitude stinks, and it scares me to think you are an elected official.
A child has no choice in the lifestyle a parent chooses to live nor to control the environment they are brought up in.
I would rather a child be in a Pre K. program and have access to structured activities, nutritious meals and learning (on my tax dollar) then to have groups of children start kindergarten without proper preparation. Those are the kids that are going to need added help to get caught up and stay caught up throughout their school years. I have seen it firsthand. The Armory sounds like a great compromise, and if not that I am open to pretty much any alternative, but I am calling you out. Sorry, if you ignore the fact that some children don't get or can't get a great start in their early years to learning. Ignoring it or getting angry about it doesn't make the problem go away.
I have stopped giving to the Salvation Army for the most part. I have found that the Ringers don't even take a moment to thank you anymore. Last week at Wal-Mart the ringer was smoking a cigarette with one hand and ringing his bell with the other, meanwhile, his cigarette smoke was flowing inside and blowing into anyone that was walking out face. By Big Lots, they sit down, smoke and look less than happy. I understand that it's probably not the best gig one can get, but if you are out supposedly spreading cheer and asking for donations, smile and thank people for digging into their pockets during this time of year.
was a teacher of mine in Lewiston, he was creepy then, even creepier now. Thank you APD for clearing out the rubbish. People should be able to ride a bike, hike, or take a nature walk without coming face to face with men performing sexual acts. Keep up the good work. I am sure these men have families that are embarrassed at this moment, for that I am sorry, but, these acts they are committing are on them and about them, not you. They made poor choices and are paying for it dearly. Hope it was worth it.
So relieved and thankful Shawn has been found. Shawn, we worked together at the hospital, and you might not know it, but at the time, I was struggling with a job transfer that was going less than smooth. Your daily visits to my office were the highlight of my day. You have such a light in you, don't ever forget that. Whatever may have happened to make you feel so badly, let it go. Your wonderful spirit is a gift to those who know you. I wish you the best, and will keep you in my prayers.
shellby's Comments
I was incorrect in my stating
I was incorrect in my stating Mr. Bissonnette was an elected official, I apologize about that.
and this is the children's fault how?
Sorry Mr. Bissonnette, you attitude stinks, and it scares me to think you are an elected official.
A child has no choice in the lifestyle a parent chooses to live nor to control the environment they are brought up in.
I would rather a child be in a Pre K. program and have access to structured activities, nutritious meals and learning (on my tax dollar) then to have groups of children start kindergarten without proper preparation. Those are the kids that are going to need added help to get caught up and stay caught up throughout their school years. I have seen it firsthand. The Armory sounds like a great compromise, and if not that I am open to pretty much any alternative, but I am calling you out. Sorry, if you ignore the fact that some children don't get or can't get a great start in their early years to learning. Ignoring it or getting angry about it doesn't make the problem go away.
Perhaps there should be more appreciation
I have stopped giving to the Salvation Army for the most part. I have found that the Ringers don't even take a moment to thank you anymore. Last week at Wal-Mart the ringer was smoking a cigarette with one hand and ringing his bell with the other, meanwhile, his cigarette smoke was flowing inside and blowing into anyone that was walking out face. By Big Lots, they sit down, smoke and look less than happy. I understand that it's probably not the best gig one can get, but if you are out supposedly spreading cheer and asking for donations, smile and thank people for digging into their pockets during this time of year.
Doucette
was a teacher of mine in Lewiston, he was creepy then, even creepier now. Thank you APD for clearing out the rubbish. People should be able to ride a bike, hike, or take a nature walk without coming face to face with men performing sexual acts. Keep up the good work. I am sure these men have families that are embarrassed at this moment, for that I am sorry, but, these acts they are committing are on them and about them, not you. They made poor choices and are paying for it dearly. Hope it was worth it.
So relieved
So relieved and thankful Shawn has been found. Shawn, we worked together at the hospital, and you might not know it, but at the time, I was struggling with a job transfer that was going less than smooth. Your daily visits to my office were the highlight of my day. You have such a light in you, don't ever forget that. Whatever may have happened to make you feel so badly, let it go. Your wonderful spirit is a gift to those who know you. I wish you the best, and will keep you in my prayers.
Your friend
Linda