I mentioned a no work husband earlier. Now, I visited an old friend of
mine. He is 70 years old. Not married, divorced. He still works, but
makes very little money. He is on social security. Has had constant
money trouble as long as I have known him. I have helped him from time
to time.
Here's the rub. He has a 40 year old son that live with him. Able bodied. Mind
is OK. He's just lazy. Plays video games all day long. No job.
Lives off the government best he can. AND lives off his dad rent free. I
have recommended to his dad that he toss his butt out on the street.
He is not well socialized. Doesn't do drugs or drink. Just plays video
games. He takes an occasional odd job for pocket money. His dad pays
all his living expenses including the internet connection. He doesn't
pay for his food.
Here's what bothers me. His dad will not
live forever. He is in poor health. When dad dies, his estate is zero.
Doesn't even own his house, the bank will take that. So the kid will
eventually be on his own. There are no other relatives. IS IT mercy to
support a man who will not work?
I have recommended that he
should be put out now. Help him establish on his own. He can help him.
This man is not able to act on tough love. This is sad.
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