You are right. I am responsible for hurting many people though "my job". I realized it, and quit. But not until after doing it for many years. I am sorry for anyone going through that pain. I listened, I was their friend. I took their money, I took their tips. I gave them free drinks when they were feeding the gambling machines. I followed my bosses rule (the rule of most bars) one free for every three bought. If they look like they are getting ready to leave, give them a free one. They will stay. I even fed Jim free drinks, and let him hang out where I worked to drink his own paycheck. I held dearly to mine for the bills. Lori