In Reply to: It's not cynicism, it's reality. posted by Fiona on Tuesday, 6. May 2008 at 05:23 Bali Time:
Giving them money is encouraging this practice. If everyone stopped doing it, they wouldnt do it as it was pointless.
I bet if you handed over baby formula etc, it would be thrown on the ground in disgust. I see more worthy causes - kids who spend time making things you dont really need or want, but have understood the value of trying and earning an honest buck. I'd buy off them, or give to charities before giving money to a cruel woman and supporting her vile trade. My opinion only, dont jump on me!