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The narrator admits to occasional encounters with local drug addicts—mild issues that seem to have diminished over recent years, possibly due to incarceration or relocation. They explore the paradox of some townspeople claiming there's no work, yet remaining unwilling to move to areas with employment opportunities. They speculate on the impact of government aid possibly discouraging work but remain largely unaffected by these dynamics, emphasizing a resilient, self-reliant outlook.