The worst thing (IMO) is the “RIP” notice decals that people are putting on their cars and trucks. Just seems bizarre. Everyone has had someone in their family or friends who’s passed away. Why “advertise” it?
I’ve noticed those, too. It would never occur to me to put such a decal on my car. Seems an odd way of expressing grief. But to each their own.
Because it makes them feel important. It gives them value that they do not normally have, because their suffering is more epic than every one else's suffering.
It is just one more manifestation of the "look at me!" culture that infests our land.
I know, I just don't get the whole "my uncle died......but here's a nice candle in a jar by the side of the road for your viewing pleasure."
I recently buried my uncle.
While reviewing various plots with the cemetery administrator I was surprised to see the “gangster” headstones for all of the recently deceased (shot) thugs.
Engravings complete with gold teeth, guns, money, etc...
Around the east end of our valley (heaviest hispanice demographic, which includes the bangers), you’ll see those - including the ‘street name’, such as Hector “Blinky” Gonzales.