i simply stated to people who posted that they would consider doing something like that, to always bear in mind that some day you might end up in a different island, and they are not all the same. you might get away with that in the DR, but in a place like some other caribbean islands it would get you shot.
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Do You Ever Bark at Locals?
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i simply stated to people who posted that they would consider doing something like that, to always bear in mind that some day you might end up in a different island, and they are not all the same. you might get away with that in the DR, but in a place like some other caribbean islands it would get you shot.
Agree, and given in other situations you may not be able to get away with it in the DR. When doing those acts you never know how the other person/people may react. That is probably why many would be hesitant to do something like that.
Your position is correct, yet the RD should not be excluded from the equation. Those that profess otherwise are truly unperceptive to the realities that currently surround them.
Yes, I did once. I took the gf, her sons, and a few others to the National Aquarium. Thereafter, I paid for ice cream. One of the young people threw the ice cream wrapper down a slope. I gave a tongue lashing on throwing trash into the street, and asked him if he liked his country clean. Since he could not climb into the slope--I tried to help him down :squareeye--and get out, I jumped in and got the wrapper. It took me quite a few minutes to climb out. Last, I gave him the wrapper and told him to put it in the trash. He did. I asked him why should I respect his country if he does not.
you are absolutely right. there are some Dominican guys rolling around in jeepetas with blacked out windows. they are not to be toyed with. bad things can happen.
You are totally incorrect to assume some are "unperceptive" to their surroundings.
Maybe you are. Others maybe not so much.
And the DR is not "some other island" where uncivilized savages shoot over garbage correction or a being busted over a handicapped space.
There is nothiong wrong with selective barking.
Case in point:
The off-duty police officer that was shot and killed because he said something to someone that was taking a wiz in the street. The guy pulled a gun and killed the out of uniform police officer.
Not positive, but I believe that was in Santiago.
Just because I have a difference of opinion than you, does not make me incorrect. Most of your assertations are based upon falsehoods, not reality. This seems to be a trend of yours, not just on this thread, but others as well. I do not know if you are seeking attention, but if you truly disagree with me at every turn, than please just bypass my contributions, and continue along the path you are seeking. You can leave me out of your confrontational chatter.
This coming from an individual that repeatedly identifies himself as being "a large human", and "part of what makes the Dominican Republic tick." Is there are any other person more besotted with his own self? Having a bad day is one matter, attempting to lead others down a path that may result in harm to them at some point in time is a completely different matter. I stand by my previously contributed statements. Have a pleasant day.
Another factor that should be taken into consideration is the lack of systems, or shall I say controls in place to treat mental health disorders within the RD. This is neither Europe, nor North America where standards and protocalls are in place and can be easily accessed. Although not guaranteed to be successful 100% of the time, they are better than nothing at all. Add on possible alcohol or substance abuse problems, and you just never know who the person you are interacting with may become.
Incorrect.
They are based on 10 years of experience all over the Dominican Republic, not sequesterted in a tourist area.
To say I am "leading" others into trouble is absurd.
Hardly a "bad day." In fact, a good day.
And clearly I said "selective." You must have missed that part. I also said I was not looking for trouble, and I was not; it came to me. I stopped a kid from kicking a puppy. I corrected a concho throwing garbage onto the street---twice. I pointed out to punks they should not park in handicapped spaces. Cripes, you guys make it sound like I busted up a drug deal in your GF's barrio with ninja moves.
But opinions vary. Some would rather not ever get involved, even in the states, heaven forbid there could be even a sliver of risk to stand up for something positive. Others try to make a difference.
We all get to choose our path.
This could be anywhere on the planet, including the US...where the Baker Act has limited effectiveness.
I think that most adults are able to evaluate the situation, the location, the time of day, the number of other people around and apply a little common sense before they decide to correct the actions of others. I also think that most adults understand the times in which they live - most people initially react negatively to correction by others and in particular strangers.
So if one is inclined to "bark" they also should be prepared to bite as even the best assessed situation can turn south without warning. It comes down to how important addressing the infraction is to you at the time. Sometimes it may not be worth the time, effort or risk, other times it may be. There is always an element of uncertainty in confrontation.
So if one is inclined to "bark" they also should be prepared to bite as even the best assessed situation can turn south without warning. It comes down to how important addressing the infraction is to you at the time. Sometimes it may not be worth the time, effort or risk, other times it may be. There is always an element of uncertainty in confrontation.
Key word: "selective."
Not all "confrontations" end up in WWF steel cage match violence. It can be as subtle as the evil eye to a line-breaker. There are differing levels for differing situations. And one can always walk away if great resistance is met.
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