It Was There When You Moved In!

Most people maintain a residence at a particular place. Of course, certain exceptions exist (vagabonds, the homeless). But almost everyone has a particular place that he or she calls home. Whether the domicile is an apartment or a house, the person had to make some decision to live there. Depending on financial circumstances, neighborhood safety, or possible roommates, the choices may be limited. Nevertheless, there is always some choice and a decision was made.

Sometimes the choice of residence is accompanied by annoyances hitherto unknown. Noisy neighbors, infestations, leaks, or needed repairs are all legitimate complaints. Such complaints should be addressed and resolved. However, there are other complaints that I believe should be dismissed. These complaints involve a pre-existing condition or structure. A person fully aware of nearby establishments should have no right to complain to anyone about such things.

When a person decides to buy a house right next to the airport, that person should expect the noise of the jets to be a problem. When this same person complains to others about the noise, he or she shows that there is no limit to human stupidity. The same can be said about a person that takes an apartment above a night club. People that move into such a place and complain about the noise are either insane or fools (probably a combination of the two). Those living next door to a bar with an outdoor area create a similar analogy. People will gather outside, drink, and talk. Expect it!

Finally, there are those that moved next to a correctional facility. Some of these residents complained to such an extent that the story was placed in the papers. So-called luxury apartments were constructed right across the street from a correctional facility. People moved in and then complained about the buses across the street filled with prisoners. They even tried to have the facilities closed down. People this dumb do not deserve to live.

So if you decide to move next to an airport, above a bar or club, or near some sort of prison, be aware of the consequences. And if you are aware of the ramifications and still feel like complaining, then take my suggestion. Instead of complaining, just kill yourself. You will be doing humanity a favour.