Only On For A Minute Or Two

[jennyjoan]

Did I do something really stupid tonight or was it kindness. I went to Asda to look for a microwave (today at about 6.00pm) - the front of Asda was thronged with people and one lady thinnish about over 60 and was lightheartedly complaining to me "oh I think this hole in the wall isn't working it never is" - oh I just nodded and went on into Asda.

Coming back out with no microwave the lady came over to me and said "oh I was right the thing wasn't working so now I have to walk to the next mall"

I offered a lift in my car to the mall. On hindsight was I stupid, careless or kind - she did have a wee drink on her so don't think she could have done me any harm. However had to run downstairs there and check had I still my debit card but I had. Would you have given her a lift. - by the way she did NOT ask for a lift - I proffered. Just your opinions.

[mastercraft]

If only there were more people in this world like you, well done!

[jennyjoan]

Ahhh thank you Master - think my vertigo has suddenly lifted xx

[Mamyalynne]

I don't drive so it wouldn't have happened to me , however we all make on the spot decisions that have the potential to go wrong.

It didn't Jenny, so relax and try to get some decent sleep - you did a good deed.

[jennyjoan]

thanks I had been apprehensive in that I had done something stupid like I always do

[Jackdaw33]

Your card would have been no use to her without the PIN.

[Cloverjo]

I wouldn't have offered her a lift. I've had someone open my car door at a junction asking for a lift to the next village. She'd had a drink on her, too. I said no.

You were very generous, but ...

[jennyjoan]

Well then Jack - the debit card was inside my purse - so it could have been the purse as I am extremely careless re that matter.

But the card 16 digit number can be used and so things can be bought.

As I was scammed some years back when the 16 digit card was used for

a weekend for 10 people in a local hotel
bought machinery for cars
and phone bills

All came to £700 - they just phoned the large number over the phone - no they didn't have the card - but a "worker" we found out in a local garage when he was swiping my card took note of the number and used it. Police was involved. But must say Santander paid it back for gods sake.

[Mamyalynne]

But there's no point worrying about something that didn't happen this evening - just think a little more next time.

If we are caring, generous people it's hard to change our nature.

[Jackdaw33]

That is worrying. They must have noted the security number on the back as well. I can't see any way to prevent that sort of thing.

[jennyjoan]

look out for it Jackie - me, as soon as my cards go missing (am careless) I report it immediately - don't even look for it.

[mastercraft]

Don't stop being nice to people, just be a little more careful in what you.

[jennyjoan]

Now I am off for a Minute or Two - good night again to my compadres of the night LOL

[cupid04]

I was bought up never to talk to strangers and never accept lifts from strange women ;-)

[Mamyalynne]

Night JJ.

[mastercraft]

Night Jenny.

Funny enough, so was I Cupes.

[mikey4444]

I think you did the right thing Jenny....we need more people like you !

[mallyh]

why didn't she go in asdas and get cashback ? .you were very kind though x

[murraymints]

you are a very kind lady Conne ..treat others as you wish to be treated...xx

[anneasquith]

A nice gesture, I would expect nothing else from you being o nd, but, it could have been a scam .