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Thanks everyone! And yes,I do have wonderful neighbours. I live in a mixed neighbourhood,and love it,as we all help each other out,know everyone by name,and watch out for each other. I know of newer parts of cities where people don't even know who lives next door. Everyone on my street knows that I am gay,and accept,and respect me as anyone else. I have talked with Cheryl and William many times about the problems and stereotypes of being gay,they have shared the same sort of heartbreaking problems they have experienced in their lives by being black.
They knew that I was upset by the theft of the lions,so they went out and looked for them.And this sticky note was on my door when I got home Monday evening.
I have lived in the same house for 27 years,and never had anything stolen. Was not a good feeling to have this happen.
It is treasure to have such great friends right across the street!