[cripplecreek]

Instead of spending time and energy making changes that would benefit the larger community, in their very narrow focus of loyalty they are more concerned about themselves.

Actually my neighbors and I have joined forces to take care of each other if the need arises.

[fidelis]

It’s like they tell you before the plane takes off: If you’re a parent with a child and the oxygen masks fall down, put yours on before you put the child’s on. When firefighters have to make a rescue, they put on all their personal protective equipment on first. You’re in no position to help anyone else if you don’t take care of yourself first. If you don’t, you’re a victim too.