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Topic: If you really liked someone...
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Sun 07/20/08 05:53 PM
and they really liked poker...Im talking in an obsessive kind of way....would that change the way you felt about them if you were considering something with them long term?

Would it change your perspective if they had a gambling problem and had 2 children?

Elaborate your opinions please:)

auburngirl's photo
Sun 07/20/08 05:54 PM
hmmm I've never thought about that. I have heard it can be a real addiction! If it takes away from money the family needs to survive, then yes, it could be a problem.

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Sun 07/20/08 05:55 PM
It's an addiction like any other, I have a friend married to a gambler & it's a nightmare!!

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Sun 07/20/08 05:56 PM
hello angelfaceflowers I think children should come 1st.If you have extra money after bills are paid then a little gambling would be ok as long as you had the spending under control

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Sun 07/20/08 05:57 PM

It's an addiction like any other, I have a friend married to a gambler & it's a nightmare!!


Thats exactly my thoughts....

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Sun 07/20/08 05:58 PM
Gamblin is an addiction that can destroy a family so I would have a problem with it. If they were in some kind of treatment and actively tryin to beat it then I would consider that.

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Sun 07/20/08 05:58 PM

hello angelfaceflowers I think children should come 1st.If you have extra money after bills are paid then a little gambling would be ok as long as you had the spending under control


Thank you Tinaflowerforyou
I agree that if they were allowed a certain amt after the important things were taken care of....but in this case...I dont think he thinks that far ahead...

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Sun 07/20/08 05:58 PM

hello angelfaceflowers I think children should come 1st.If you have extra money after bills are paid then a little gambling would be ok as long as you had the spending under control


second that!

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Sun 07/20/08 06:00 PM
gambling can be an addiction just like drugs/alcohol. Just as the addict/alcohol will promise not to use/drink the gambler will promise not to gamble but will find himself giving in to the temptation. It has torn families apart. It doesn't mean the person is a bad person just a person with a problem/addiction that they need to deal with. It can be overcome if they are willing to face it.

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Sun 07/20/08 06:01 PM
ITS JUST LIKE ALCOHOLISM OR DRUG ADDICTION
THEY HAVE 12 STEP PROGRAMS FOR ALL OF THEM

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Sun 07/20/08 06:01 PM
i've been to vegas plenty of times .I save up all my change for a long time and add some cash to that and then when thats gone i go on to do other things.I have never use credit to gamble

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Sun 07/20/08 06:02 PM
If they are obsessed with gambling, and you try to confront it or correct it, they will most likely just do it behind your back.

GOOD LUCK! (no pun intended)drinker

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Sun 07/20/08 06:02 PM
If the person has a gambling addiction then you should help them get some help before you start a relationship.

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Sun 07/20/08 06:03 PM
south dakota has legalized gambling......alot of people from here end up in tournaments invegas....
is it bad???? no nothing is badd in moderation.
I agree with pat.....an addiction is an addiction.
if its not that it will be something else.....alcohol, drugs ,etc.
my brother in law has been sober 17 yrs....but he traded it for work.......and he doesnt stop!!!

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Sun 07/20/08 06:06 PM
This guy overdrafts his bank accounts and runs up his credit cards...there is definately an addiction...no question...

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Sun 07/20/08 06:08 PM

This guy overdrafts his bank accounts and runs up his credit cards...there is definately an addiction...no question...


Then he probably needs help and won't be able to stop on his own.

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Sun 07/20/08 06:10 PM
finances is one of the leading causes of breakups.I'd have to pass on a guy like that.You are a lovely lady and deserve better

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Sun 07/20/08 06:12 PM

finances is one of the leading causes of breakups.I'd have to pass on a guy like that.You are a lovely lady and deserve better


Aww ty Tina:)

Im not dating him...Im actually just concerned about a friend of mine...

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Sun 07/20/08 06:13 PM


finances is one of the leading causes of breakups.I'd have to pass on a guy like that.You are a lovely lady and deserve better


Aww ty Tina:)

Im not dating him...Im actually just concerned about a friend of mine...
thats good you are not involved with a man like that

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Sun 07/20/08 06:15 PM
Edited by Unknow on Sun 07/20/08 06:16 PM
You cant help someone with an addiction, they must help themselves. Thats not being mean, just they must admit they have a problem and seek the help themselves.They cant do it for you...

If the person has a gambling addiction then you should help them get some help before you start a relationship.

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