So I guess that was just a suggestion

As mentioned by Captain Steve in the comments section, I’ve been spending a lot of time in the Stapleton houses lately. I even planned to write about it. Of course, I’ve been meaning to write about a lot of things lately.

Anyway, the primary reason for my increased presence in the projects has been our corps recent outreach campaign. We’ve purchased flyers in the form of door hangers and have been putting them on as many of our neighbors’ doors as possible. It’s my goal to hit every door in the Stapleton houses.

My second day there this week I noticed a sign that read:

NO BARBECUING
ALLOWED ON DEVELOPMENT
GROUNDS OR TERRACE AREAS
ALL VIOLATERS WILL BE SUMMONSED BY NYPD


I was surprised I had not noticed these signs earlier, since there are at least four prominently displayed on every floor. Apparently I was not the only one who overlooked this directive, since one thing I had noticed was that many people (at least a dozen so far) keep grills right out on the terrace. I’m sure they’re not for barbecuing.

Carrying slightly more authority was the creature I encountered in the doorway of one apartment. Normally when I find a door open – as many are on hot days – I poke my head in and speak to whoever’s home. This door, although open, was blocked by a large black dog. He looked to be at least part pit, and his head popped up and one ear perked the moment he saw me. He sized me up; I backed down. I’m usually a dog guy, but I’m no fool. Protect your turf. I’ll get your door another day.

In the meantime, I’ll address this to whoever lives on the third floor with the large dog blocking the door: in case you’re interested, we have worship services every Sunday at The Salvation Army – 10 AM, Sunday School, 11AM Morning Worship, 5 PM Evening Praise.

Hope to see you there.