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Old Dec 13, 2008 | 05:20 AM
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I would have done the same thing. If you really didn't want the money, donate it to charity!
 
Old Dec 13, 2008 | 05:34 AM
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Originally Posted by Jrsess
I would have done the same thing. If you really didn't want the money, donate it to charity!
That says it all right there ... I always try to help and hopefully I get stranded some Bro or Sis will do the same for me ...
 
Old Dec 13, 2008 | 06:04 AM
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I'd have said "Only $20? C'mon, now! You don't wanna look like a cheapskate in front of this pretty lady, do you?"
Nah, just kiddin'. I'd have done about the same thing you did but maybe mention that he should remember this the next time he sees a stranded motorcyclist and stop to help them out.
 
Old Dec 13, 2008 | 06:12 AM
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Maybe the guy was stealin' the bike, and you helped him get it going. LOLOL!!!
 
Old Dec 13, 2008 | 06:18 AM
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I would of done the same, would of made the waitress's night and popped her the 20 as a tip.
 
Old Dec 13, 2008 | 06:21 AM
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Originally Posted by lionsm13
Maybe the guy was stealin' the bike, and you helped him get it going. LOLOL!!!
Yes it does sound a little suspicious,in an alley?

I wouldnt feel guilty for accepting the money.He wanted you to have it.
Put it towards your chrome fund!
 
Old Dec 13, 2008 | 06:28 AM
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pay it forward. I would have accepted when he insisted, but then given that to someone else that could use it. Waitress, homeless person, etc...
 
Old Dec 13, 2008 | 06:40 AM
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Help someone else or enjoy it you did the right thing and u should be ok with it!!
 
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Old Dec 13, 2008 | 06:51 AM
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I simply wouldn't have taken it. Instead would have asked that he stop for the next dude he see's in trouble.


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Old Dec 13, 2008 | 07:04 AM
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Without a doubt, the pay it forward route or suggested he donate it to charity. If he insists, I would take it and drop it in a Salvation Army bucket...plenty of 'em around this time of year.
 



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