Might Be Riots Tomorrow!

[Bill Dickerson]

I worked a riot in 98 and I guess it bothered me more than I realized. I'm hoping they get rained out.

The Mob mentality is a very scary thing. Reminds me of how fragile the world can become in a matter of seconds.

My Dad was in the riots of 68 and I was six. I remember seeing it on the news and it scared me to know my Dad was in the middle of it.

Didn't really understand it then. Of course I don't understand it now. I've been up close and personal when people act stupid but this a whole lot of folks acting stupid.

I just came back from the store and nobody is out. I'm not sure if it's just coincidence or they are antsy too. It's probably just me. My dogs have been pacing but they probably sense my anxiety. What is the phrase "Remain Calm and Carry On".

 

[rightkindofme]

That sounds scary. I hope you stay safe.

 

[Bill Dickerson]

I'll be fine. The trouble would have to start downtown and I live 10 miles from there. It would take a little while to reach out here. I hope.

I've told my kids to stay away from downtown. I've showed my Mom where the shotgun and ammo is at in case I'm away. I've got my go bag and go box ready but that is always ready.

I have done what is practical to do so I feel a little better. The anxiety is what is hard to deal with. Too much watching the "Walking Dead" I guess. I try to not be a Prepper.

 

[DharmaGirl]

Lol, I love to watch that show! I hope you are safe.

 

[rightkindofme]

Well except for the guns and ammo part I'm a prepper. No shame. :)

 

[Bill Dickerson]

Well unfortunately unless you have a real good hiding place you will need something to keep everybody from taking your stuff.

There was a Twilight Zone called "The Shelter" that hits home on the subject.

 

[Bill Dickerson]

Well the event went off without a hitch. They learned a lot from the last time in 98. They also modeled their response after another city who have successfully handled such demonstrations.

The news said one guy got arrested. He was from way up north in Michigan.

 

[therapybankrupt]

Boy, I am out of touch. Michigan USA? Riots for what? Stay safe Bill!

 

[Bill Dickerson]

Sorry Michigan State in the US. I'm in Memphis, TN so he traveled quite a ways to get arrested. Take my word for it that the whole situation that triggered this event was stupid. I don't want to get into the protesters and the anti-protesters. It's too sensitive a subject.