Just Feel This Wrong Open Christmas Day?

big rockpile · #21 12/14/13, 01:19 PM

Ok I worked for years on Christmas didn't like it but I made extra.

It's more to do with the gambling which I feel bingo is, I had a problem with my wife working in the business when she did and yes I told her how I felt. Seen too many lose all their income on this.

big rockpile

mrs whodunit · #22 12/14/13, 01:54 PM

I hear of extended families that often want to go out and do something fun together.

Small house huge family = need some place to go.

I dont see anything wrong with it.

And as others have said the idea of people just coming together to have fun and not be by themselves is great.

wr · #23 12/14/13, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by big rockpile

Ok I worked for years on Christmas didn't like it but I made extra.

It's more to do with the gambling which I feel bingo is, I had a problem with my wife working in the business when she did and yes I told her how I felt. Seen too many lose all their income on this.

big rockpile

So, you don't agree with your son's business and not just hours of operation? Unfortunately, unless you have a financial investment, you really don't get to pick what your kids do for a living. His business is not illegal and perhaps it would be best for him and you if you stayed out of his business and let him run it the way he feels he should and be proud of his success rather than publicly denouncing him.

Michael W. Smith · #24 12/14/13, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by big rockpile

It's more to do with the gambling which I feel bingo is, I had a problem with my wife working in the business when she did and yes I told her how I felt. Seen too many lose all their income on this.
big rockpile

So the gambling is bad but drinking is okay? OKAY.

The thing is, this is your SON'S business. He bought this to make a profit. If he doesn't make a profit, he will lose it. Again, it is your SON's business.

So, it is NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS.

plowjockey · #25 12/14/13, 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Phil V.

My brother is going to a casino over Christmas because he's ----ed off at me and the rest of the family. It's because he didn't get what he wanted earlier this year and is acting like a big baby about it and completely quit talking to my mother and I.

Sound's like you will have a good time, regardless.

plowjockey · #26 12/14/13, 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by big rockpile

It's more to do with the gambling which I feel bingo is, I had a problem with my wife working in the business when she did and yes I told her how I felt. Seen too many lose all their income on this.

People lose all of their income - for a lots of different reasons.

A lot of people who play bingo, enjoy themselves and don't lose everything.

Are you sure your just not miffed, because he can't make it to your planned event?

Personally, I'd be thrilled my son has such entrepreneurial ambition and I would simply wish him well, plus plan a pleasant get together, at another time.

arabian knight · #27 12/14/13, 05:35 PM

Yes you can play a whole bunch of games for a little of nothing when it comes to dollars. and Have hours of fun, entertainment, and a good social time all at one time one place. A person can spend a bunch more going to one movie and getting popcorn and soda, way more, then a whole afternoon playing bingo. And interacting with people at the same time, which is important as well.

Wolfy-hound · #28 12/14/13, 07:11 PM

Bingo is gambling, so is poker night, stock buying and selling, the lottery tickets, raffles and on certain days, driving on public roads.

Drinking can ruin lives. So can obsessive gardening. Addiction is always a bad thing. Gambling is really no different. Just because there's a lot of people with alcoholism doesn't mean no one can have a glass of wine or a beer.

But if your personal belief is that no one should gamble, why did you specify that he's open on Christmas? It's just as wrong to gamble the other 364 days of the year too? You didn't even really mention gambling in the first post, but you mentioned Christmas day being the day he was open five times.

If you don't like him being open on Christmas and not doing the thing with you and family... that's your opinion and there's nothing wrong with you having a differing opinion than him(or anyone on this board). You didn't say "I'm going to try to make him not be open" after all. There's no requirement to agree on every issue in order to love your family members.

MichaelZ · #29 12/14/13, 07:24 PM

To be honest, if I could, I think I would want to have a coffee house open on Christmas, giving out coffee and treats, music,and sharing the real reason for the season. Just a place to hang out for the day. So many folks go to bars on this day or night cause they have no other place to go - it is heart breaking really. And I can tell you from my former years, getting intoxicated only makes sad sadder and lonely lonelier. And childhood memories of intoxicated family members on Christmas Eve are anything but fond.

So even though I would not endorse the bar-part of the OP's situation, it is at least providing some place for those with no other place to go.

big rockpile · #30 12/15/13, 08:51 PM

Ok see you Guys are done

Had a talk with my Son asking if he thought he would make money on this day and if it would be worth it?

He is making $18K on a regular night. The other night they paid out $12K on Jack Pot, people say Oh you lost that night? Nope still cleared $6K.

Christmas the regulars will still come plus they will have family and friends visiting which they will bring with them so Son is looking at a very Big Day.

Leaving things be.

big rockpile

Tobster · #31 12/15/13, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Paumon

For many people Christmas day is just another day like any other day. For many lonely people who celebrate Christmas but have no family or friends nearby to spend Christmas day with a place like that will be a welcoming, cheerful place to go to. People who disapprove of it being open at Christmas time simply won't go there and people who do approve of it will appreciate it all that much more.

After reading all of the responses, this one pretty much sums it up. Either Christmas is a special day or it is not a special day. If it is special, then a diversion to cope with this 'special day' is required. If it is just another day, business as usual, no big deal for that person. Keep in mind, we are talking about people who have the day off and need outside stimulation to make it worthwhile. No one seems to consider the worker who must staff the cozy pub on Christmas Eve or the casino on Thanksgiving and Christmas. I feel sorry for those who consider it a special day and wish to be with family and friends but must work because others want a drink or put down a bet . . . someone needs to be available to entertain and serve their needs during this idle time in which they find themselves. I am with you BRP . . . I have no problem if your son wishes to work, but he will require others to join him.

**Tiempo** · #32 12/16/13, 05:37 PM

I was that bar maid in the cozy pub on Christmas Eve down at The Moss Rose

, I loved it. I was young, it was fun..my parents came out for a pint and a sherry and it was lovely. We would go to the chippy on the way home together. Happy memories.

We got nice bonuses from the landlord and the tips were good too.

http://www.panoramio.com/photo/71003633

J.T.M. · #33 12/16/13, 06:09 PM

I want those windows ...

ejagno · #34 12/16/13, 07:06 PM

As a restaurant/bar/banquet hall owner I can tell you that we don't have the same luxuries as most workers have of weekends, holidays or even sick days. Our job is to be available when the public needs us. During the slower times you catch up on paperwork, maintenance, cleaning or even preparing for next week or the next holiday. Furthermore, you have no right to judge what is "wrong" or not in his life or business. Did it ever occur to you that there are a lot of very lonely people out there and it isn't always about you? Did it every occur to you that your son being open gives a lot of people hope, warmth and comfort at a time when everyone else is nice and cozy in their homes filled with food and family? You should be thanking him and telling him how proud you are that he is such a loving and giving person instead of judging him. Why don't you go down there and give him a hand that day and see for yourself? That my dear is what Christmas is all about.

P.S. - Tobster, in our years of experience it's always been a voluntary thing whereby if you worked you were paid double time and if you didn't want to then that was okay as well. No fuss, no pressure!

TheMartianChick · #35 12/17/13, 01:16 PM

If I recall correctly, Christmas Day is one of the biggest days to go to the movies. Once the gifts have been opened, people want to find something to do. As others have mentioned, some people don't celebrate the holiday or don't have anyone to celebrate with. Having a place to go to might be just the ticket to give them a happier holiday than the one they would have had otherwise. Your son's establishment might just be the venue to provide a non-traditional holiday!

Bret · #36 12/17/13, 01:21 PM

Hope everyone will enjoy the company and that there will be room in the inn.

Paumon · #37 12/17/13, 04:20 PM

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Hope everyone will enjoy the company and that there will be room in the inn.

That's the perfect sentiment and spirit for Christmas.

And if there's no room in the inn all pregnant ladies will be sent to Big Rock Pile's place to make their deliveries. He can set up the mangers and invite the 3 wise men to the show.

J.T.M. · #38 12/17/13, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Paumon

That's the perfect sentiment and spirit for Christmas.

And if there's no room in the inn all pregnant ladies will be sent to Big Rock Pile's place to make their deliveries. He can set up the mangers and invite the 3 wise men to the show.

wait ... what

Just Feel This Wrong Open Christmas Day? - General Chat

CountryWannabe · #39 12/23/13, 02:52 PM

Before he retired, DH often spent Christmas out of town working. It was always very hard for him to find somewhere decent to eat over the holiday.

Mary

Yvonne's hubby · #40 12/25/13, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Paumon

That's the perfect sentiment and spirit for Christmas.

And if there's no room in the inn all pregnant ladies will be sent to Big Rock Pile's place to make their deliveries. He can set up the mangers and invite the 3 wise men to the show.

Sorry, they will just have to work it out with 2 wise men... I am spending Christmas at home this year.