Seems most of the people I have met recently have been "users". People who will take what they can and give very little back.
I have always been willing to go out of my way to help anyone. I've built bikes in my own garage and took nothing in return but a handshake. and a promise of help when I needed it.
But, When I need something it seems the only way I can get any help is to pull out my check book. Even then, people want a fortune, and the work sucks or is at least not up to my standard. These are people I have helped over and over in the past.
I think it's just human nature to be selfish, and greedy.
Sorry to get off topic, You just hit a nerve