Look, the police wouldnt turn out to nick someone for smashing a bus shelter. They might where some of you are from, but there's absolutely no chance here.
I wouldnt call the police because (a) there's no point (b) Its not my bus shelter and I couldnt really care less. Talking to police isnt really socially acceptable to me either.
All this stuff about running a risk - I personally think if you act meekly in front of aggressive behaviour you probably increase the risk you run because these kids might think they can get away with it. I didnt exactly up the ante or retaliate physically - I just gave them some language back and made certain warnings about what would happen if they went too far.
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"Do not tell lies, and do not do what you hate,
for all things are plain in the sight of Heaven. For nothing
hidden will not become manifest, and nothing covered will remain
without being uncovered."
The Gospel of Thomas
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