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Originally Posted by Zeke

Sounds good until you actually do it. You'd probably lose your front teeth before long. You'd eventually become ill and need help. Pan handling is a racket and if you don't have a pimp they will bust your balls. Better find a spot that is not someone's corner.

Drinking in public will get you hassled. Making money doing under the table gigs is a pipe dream. You could maybe wash dishes.

I have managed to retain my teeth in under some pretty rough circumstances...so not too concerned about that. Nothing insurance will not fix. I think I was more at risk working/commuting late at night in some of the big cities in a suit (with obvious trappings of wealth). Much street violence is drug-related...or against the most vulnerable/stoned or mentally deranged, not sober, healthy guys. I think I would be alright.

I would only need limited panhandling as I already have money...as my bank account would continue to grow at a much faster rate than if I had mortgage, taxes, insurance, utilities, maintenance etc. and other bills. It would just buy my booze. I don't think I would impact the territory of any "pimp"...intentionally. If so, I guess we would have to come to an understanding. Pimps only take advantage of the vulnerable. That is not me.

Why would I drink in public? If so, I would ensure it was nit obvious. It is not like I woud sip my margaritas from a margarita glass. A thermos or opaque water bottle maybe. I would have a nice tent to drink in if I chose...or could simply drink in a bar like everyone else (it is not like I would be an alcoholic passed out on a gutter...any more than I am now).

There are lots of under-table gigs, that is why there are so many illegals in CA and Washington/Oregon.