Mo's housemates are at it again - but this time they've taken their inconsiderate bin-wrangling antics to a whole new level. Ben and Roisin, Mo's long-time friends turned flatmates, seem to think that leaving the bins out for days on end is no big deal.
Mo, on the other hand, takes issue with the lack of effort from his housemates. He's always been keen to keep the peace with their upstairs neighbours, a couple in their 40s who've lived in the building longer than any of them. The problem is, when Mo's away working - often for stretches - Ben and Roisin let the whole system fall apart. The bins don't get put back in, causing friction with the neighbours and even attracting random people who chuck their rubbish into the already overflowing bins.
Ben claims that he doesn't see why his housemates are making such a fuss about the bins. "Rubbish belongs in the bin," he says, "and bins belong in the street." He argues that it's not a big deal if the bins sit out for an extra day or two - and that Mo is overreacting.
But Mo doesn't buy it. He thinks Ben and Roisin are being selfish and inconsiderate, putting their own interests above those of their neighbours. And he's right - when your neighbours have to clean up after you, it can create a bit of resentment.
The Guardian readers have weighed in on the issue, with most saying that Ben is being inconsiderate and should step up his game when it comes to taking out the bins. But there are also some who think Mo is overreacting - that leaving the bins out for a day or two isn't a huge deal, especially if someone else is going to take care of them.
So, whose argument will you side with? Do Ben and Roisin get a free pass on their bin-wrangling mistakes, or should they be held accountable for keeping the peace with their neighbours?
Ultimately, it's up to us to decide. But one thing's for sure - we need more consideration from our housemates when it comes to something as simple (or not so simple) as taking out the bins.
Mo, on the other hand, takes issue with the lack of effort from his housemates. He's always been keen to keep the peace with their upstairs neighbours, a couple in their 40s who've lived in the building longer than any of them. The problem is, when Mo's away working - often for stretches - Ben and Roisin let the whole system fall apart. The bins don't get put back in, causing friction with the neighbours and even attracting random people who chuck their rubbish into the already overflowing bins.
Ben claims that he doesn't see why his housemates are making such a fuss about the bins. "Rubbish belongs in the bin," he says, "and bins belong in the street." He argues that it's not a big deal if the bins sit out for an extra day or two - and that Mo is overreacting.
But Mo doesn't buy it. He thinks Ben and Roisin are being selfish and inconsiderate, putting their own interests above those of their neighbours. And he's right - when your neighbours have to clean up after you, it can create a bit of resentment.
The Guardian readers have weighed in on the issue, with most saying that Ben is being inconsiderate and should step up his game when it comes to taking out the bins. But there are also some who think Mo is overreacting - that leaving the bins out for a day or two isn't a huge deal, especially if someone else is going to take care of them.
So, whose argument will you side with? Do Ben and Roisin get a free pass on their bin-wrangling mistakes, or should they be held accountable for keeping the peace with their neighbours?
Ultimately, it's up to us to decide. But one thing's for sure - we need more consideration from our housemates when it comes to something as simple (or not so simple) as taking out the bins.
... and in this case, it seems like Ben and Roisin are being a bit lazy with the bin-wrangling responsibilities. But on the other hand, Mo can't be too harsh either... gotta find that balance, you know? 
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Ben: "I don't see why my housemates are making such a fuss about the bins..." 
When you're leaving trash for everyone else to deal with... 
he's overreacting 2o much 
it's just bins, not life or death 
? You'd want it done quickly right? Same thing here... Mo's just trying to keep the peace with his neighbours. I don't think Ben and Roisin are that bad 
... but maybe they should make an effort to do their part in keeping the bins tidy? Idk, what do you guys think about this whole thing 
... I mean, come on, you put your trash in the bin, that's just basic courtesy 
. Leaving it out for days can attract pests and make a mess of the whole area - not to mention the stress it causes for the neighbors 
. But in this case, Ben and Roisin's lack of effort is really getting on Mo's nerves 
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. So yeah, I think Ben and Roisin need to step up their game - put the bins out on time, and be considerate of those around them 
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. plus, it's not like ben is exactly setting a great example for his housemates - maybe he should step up his game before expecting them to do the same? mo is right in this case, we need more consideration from our housemates about their impact on others 
and not thinking about how his actions affect others. i think mo's right to call them out for being selfish and inconsiderate 
. Can't he see that his actions (or lack thereof) are affecting others?! Mo's right, they're being selfish and inconsiderate. We need more consideration from our housemates, especially when it comes to something as simple as taking out the bins! 
on the other hand, mo's being kinda dramatic about it too... 
maybe they should just talk to their neighbours and work something out instead of making a big deal out of it? 
but at the same time, if you're going to leave your bins out for days, shouldn't you be prepared to take care of them yourself? 