boyfriend that her daughter's car broke down an hour and a half away from our house. (She explained that she and her family just moved into our area last week) The women went on to explain that she had just gotten off of work and her husband was in Tampa, FL until today. She tried to give the tow truck driver her credit card number to have her daughter's car towed here, but he wouldn't accept the card over the phone. She was asking us for $27.00 in order to make up the difference in what she had and what she needed.
I looked at her teeth (I know that this sounds strange) and noticed that her dental work was impeccable. That indicated to me that she just may be telling the truth and collectively, my boyfriend and I agreed that we should "loan" her the money. She promised to come back today at around 10:00 a.m. and give us back the money. Now, I'm not so sure that we'll ever see her again.
2007-11-23 00:50:52 · 15 answers · asked by ≤ Flattery Operated © 7 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Polls & Surveys
Yesterday, as today, we both feel $27 is so insignificant a price in order to help someone in need. Would you have done the same? Would you expect to see the money again?
2007-11-23 00:51:36 · update #1
The woman did not walk an hour and a half. She said she just moved in down the street from me and had just gotten home from work, when she got the call from her daughter. She couldn't go to the ATM because her husband had the credit card with him in Florida.
2007-11-23 01:06:49 · update #2
You two have golden hearts, but I think you're right to question anyone who asks for money out of the blue. I've had a few experiences along these lines, and have decided that I'll do what I can to help, but I won't give them money.
A few weeks ago I was stopped by a woman with some story about not having a place to sleep, and her daughter was in the car "over there" and she needed money for something or other. I told her I couldn't help with money, but that there is an organization around the corner that exists to help people in this kind of situation (and there really is). For some reason she didn't want to go there, and just wandered off when she realized I wasn't going to give her money.
I've offered transit passes (worth maybe a couple of rides) to people who wanted money "for the bus" and had one person take it (but he didn't look happy). Most just turn it down and walk away. On the other hand, I've bought meaningless little pieces of artwork that street people have made from found objects in an attempt to give something back for the money they ask for. I see that as an effort to help themselves, not just lying about their situation or straightforward begging.
In your situation you could have offered to drive the woman to her daughter's, or wait with her until the tow truck arrived, and then lend her the money when you saw that her story was legitimate.
But as you said, for people in a comfortable position in their life, $27 isn't that much to give. More importantly than getting the cash back, I hope someone someday helps you when you are truly in need.
Kudos to you for your wisdom and generosity. The world is a better place because of you!
2007-11-23 07:34:32 · answer #1 · answered by Chris C 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am sorry but I probably would not have given her the money. It is sad now days that you can not trust people. I might have suggested that she try to get ahold of another tow truck company to see if they would be willing to take the number over the phone or help her find a store or some place close by that had a ATM she could have used.
2007-11-23 08:58:20 · answer #2 · answered by iceprincess 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If it was me,I would just go along with the woman to confirm the story.That way if she's trying to stop me in any way I'd get suspicious and not loan her the money.Besides,if her daughter's car really did break down I could help out.
On the other hand,I doubt most people would go to the lengths of walking an hour and a half just to borrow 27 dollars.If she said something like that it would seem really suspicious.
2007-11-23 09:01:14 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would have done the same thing even if you dont get the money back you did the right thing and you should both feel good about what you have done,being a good Samaritan is something every one should practise at
2007-11-23 08:57:54 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think it was very honourable of you both to loan some money. I really hope she was genuine afterall she didnt exactly ask for a fortune did she?
I guess I really hope she returns the money to you. If not it will spoil your belief in human nature.
2007-11-23 08:58:19 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Wow, the same thing happened to me yesterday. Except im in Michigan. WEIRD. j/k
Good deed you did, but I have a feeling it was a scam. Hopefully this person comes back and gives my faith in humans a boost.
2007-11-23 09:00:15 · answer #6 · answered by Rick R , Super Duper Samurai 侍 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes! that was a selfless act of kindness , and we need more of that in our world today. Good for you and your boyfriend. Bless you and remember what goes around comes around.Karma!!
2007-11-23 09:02:16 · answer #7 · answered by marie 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
its a nice thing you done, but honestly i dont think you will see the money again, i myself would never give a stranger money because theres so many scammers these days
2007-11-23 08:55:50 · answer #8 · answered by ? 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No way....I don't trust people like that....probably why she has impeccable dental work.....going around scamming innocent people....live and learn....
2007-11-23 09:00:32 · answer #9 · answered by deb 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's a judgement call. I probably would have done the same thing.
2007-11-23 09:05:34 · answer #10 · answered by Charger43 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋