08-05-2010, 04:28 AM
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Originally posted by mailesomaha...
I believe the idea of "Credit" is the underlying problem, both in Puna and in the United States at large, in any type of economic failure; especially in one that results in the loss of your home.
You're right Kathy, no house equals no shower which follows with the loss of self respect and the respect from others and the downward spirals is difficult to stop...
I agree! I also think us Americans who think bigger (houses and mortgages) is better for a 2-person household have it incorrect.
IMHO only, I think a return to multi-generational housing is a possibly option if you have family that lives nearby.
And with all the 20 & 30 somethings moving back home, I think it may be trending that way. But if this is to happen/work then our building codes in the COH need to reflect the ability for ohanas. (Too many cooks spoil the broth otherwise!). This will also be good for the families with young children - isnt it better to know grandma/pa is there every day to also instill their values and pass on their experience rather than a once a month Sunday visit?