Being a good neighbor is one thing, but surrendering your driveway in the name of keeping the peace is another.
What is it about neighbors that makes us always come across someone who turns living in a peaceful neighborhood into such a challenge? It’s so easy for me: we all have our houses (and our driveways), and the only thing we have to do is respect each other’s properties. That’s it. So, when I read the story shared by u/tweekiezy so hard to understand, because there’s this woman who is clearly crossing the line.
There’s nothing wrong with wanting to use your neighbor’s driveway… It’s so easy to ask first, and then allow your guest to park their car there, if they’re not comfortable with leaving them on the street. But they do need to ask first, because someone uses that driveway to access their home… I feel dumb even writing these words… feels so simple!
So why would you let your sister use your neighbor’s driveway if you didn’t ask first? This, of course, is going to cause trouble with the family next door, because you’re not aware of what they’re doing and whether they will need the space later that day. I realize now that some things are easier said than done, but when it comes to someone else’s property, we have to be more careful and respectful.
And the cherry on top? The argument that developed due to the neighbor’s relaxed attitude. When the homeowner knocked on her door to have that car removed, she responded, “to relax,” since they were leaving “in a few hours”. That’s not an acceptable answer: if the owner of the driveway is asking you to move the car, you have to do it. Otherwise, the situation can get messier (which happened), and now there’s a big issue with gossip on that street.
Like I said before: some things need to be addressed and asked before using them to avoid future problems with the people who are living next to you…
Author: Kayitsi.com
