Where is the Flower Man?
With a lot of hard work, a little luck, and your patronage, I have cultivated a flower-selling trade into a very successful small business. However, now, the powers that be, in the police department, are attempting to put me out of business.I have offered high quality flowers at a low price, on a daily basis for 16 years, at the corner of West Paces Ferry Road and Northside Parkway. The local merchants, the traffic, and I have existed together amicably. UNTIL NOW! Around Mother's Day of this year, I was stopped by the police and told that I could no longer work on the corner. I have tried to navigate the bureaucracy, and thus far, have been unsuccessful. I appreciate the business of my loyal customers, and it is with hat in hand that I must now ask for your help. If you would like to see me back on the corner of West Paces Ferry Road and Northside Parkway, offering you the convenience of flower sales without leaving your car, please add a comment. The comments will be used to petition the City for me to be allowed to return to the corner.
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Robert has been a friend of mine for the past six years. He has allways been courtious and respectful and his flowers are allways of good quality.wayne T.Sheffield <wtsheffield@yahoo.com> - Thursday, July 10, 2003 at 22:05:35 (EDT) I'm your UNCLE. Sorry we never met, but I'm sure for you. Give em Hell. I fought for FREE ENTERPRISE. Ralph L. Hiestand TDCS USN (ret) <ralyns10@aol.com> - Thursday, July 31, 2003 at 21:37:43 (EDT) I have known Robert for several years, he is a hard working man with a heart of pure gold. Although you would never be able to tell by his upbeat attitude, I feel he is just heart broken by what the city has chosen to do to him. Please reconsider your decision to remove him from a position that brings many people joy.....especially him. Kristina Womack <kristinawomack@alltel.net> - Sunday, August 10, 2003 at 09:55:11 (EDT) Robert, Dad sent me your web site and it's wonderful. I've enjoyed all the newspaper articles about you and your business. I'm very sorry your having trouble with the powers that be. Please let me know what the latest information is. I look foward to hearing from you. Your brother Mike Michael Hiestand <Paintermike@jps.net> - Sunday, August 10, 2003 at 13:29:31 (EDT) Was disappointed when the guys at the gas station told me the law had run Robert off. I'm sorry for him and we customers. I went to his website; but, alas, when I called the telephone number posted, I was told that I had the wrong number. I am hoping one of you nice folks knows how to reach him (if he still is selling roses/flowers--am having a party Sunday, and was hoping to buy from Robert) Thanks, Jack Candler Jack Candler - Sunday, September 28, 2003 at 18:05:22 (EDT) To whom it may concern, Robert is a part of all of our lives, he is a part of the Paces Ferry Community. I can assure you that no one in our community has a problem with him being on HIS corner. He has not done anything but brighten all of our days for 16 years! LET ROBERT STAY! Claire Sellers <Clairebear0814@aol.com> - Monday, October 20, 2003 at 19:53:15 (EDT) Robert needs to be back on West Paces ferry and earning a living. This is not asking too much. He is a legend on the corner and works during all kinds of weather. It would be nice if this corner were fixed up as the condition is very bad. Rita Baron <rita@atlantacompanytravel.com> - Wednesday, October 22, 2003 at 08:56:11 (EDT) WE NEED Robert!!! We live is such a rush rush area and society he just adds a small town feel and warmth to our day. He is a landmark! Do not take him away...and we just love his flowers! Shannon Kinzey <shannonkinzey@aol.com> - Thursday, October 23, 2003 at 08:28:18 (EDT) Robert is a deserving, hard-working man who should be allowed to sell his flowers. He is always careful to not interfere with traffic, and he brightens everyone's day. He is one of the many "little things" that make life in Atlanta better. Let Robert return to his corner!!! John Adams <johnradams@mindspring.com> - Monday, October 27, 2003 at 08:15:42 (EST) I hope that the city will reconsider their decision. My husband grew up in this area and one of his fondest childhood memories is buying fresh flowers with his dad for his mom. I think the police should worry about more important issues that are plagueing this community and let Robert come back to the corner. It is not the same anymore to drive thru that intersection with out him being there. Everyone I talk to feels the same way. Kind Regards, Janelle Hansberger Janelle Hansberger <janellehansberger@hotmail.com> - Thursday, October 30, 2003 at 09:39:41 (EST) we need robert!! he is a west paces ferry institution and all the kids just love him...dads pick up flowers for mom and let their children pick them out....we need to hang on to all the local nostalgia and warmth in this community and roberts roses is so much a part of that!! jill wolfe <angelhouse111@aol> - Friday, October 31, 2003 at 20:42:38 (EST) welcome back robert!! i have needed roses so many times for being late for my baby and going into publix really sstinks!! bill duncan <duncan45@bellsouth.net> - Friday, October 31, 2003 at 20:44:25 (EST) So that's why we haven't seen Robert! I can't think of a single reason why he shouldn't continue to sell his flowers at our neighborhood streetcorner - if the merchants don't object, I don't see why anyone else should. He's very careful not to sell flowers while traffic is moving and thus there is never a backup there which is caused by Robert. Give the guy a chance to be a small entrepreneur! Debbie Shelton <chadebshel@aol.com> - Thursday, January 22, 2004 at 14:17:22 (EST) U go 4 it flower man!! by any chance do u sell daisys? ... or rosies?... or daffodills galore? Lea <Leababy34@yahoo.co.uk> - Saturday, September 18, 2004 at 14:10:38 (EDT) Robert is one of the sweetest men I have ever had the honor of meeting. Not only did he supply my husband with 7 dozen of the most beautiful roses that he proposed to me with, but he also supplied us with the roses for our wedding May 22nd, 2004. Robert is one of the last reminders that not all businesses are impersonal and in a hurry. He is a wonderful man who has done nothing wrong and keeping him off the corner he has been on for so many years is just wrong. Tracy Ryan <TracyL82@bellsouth.net> - Wednesday, January 19, 2005 at 20:53:46 (EST) I bought a dozen roses from Robert just two weeks ago (Feb 2005), and I am saddened to think that we may never see him on the corner again. Please allow Robert to return to 41 & Paces Ferry. He is one of the few remaining examples of Atlanta's charm and character. Drew Tarr <dtarr@joimail.com> - Sunday, March 06, 2005 at 00:23:14 (EST) Robert, Please ignore that last email that I just read. IT IS A SCAM. I gotten several emails like this too!!!! Good luck w/ your business. Your neighbor, Meredith Meredith F. T. - Thursday, July 28, 2005 at 16:12:18 (EDT) Robert is offering a great product & service in a very convenient manner. He's a perfect example of the incredible opportunity our great country affords those willing to work hard! Jon <namb8518@bellsouth.net> - Monday, August 22, 2005 at 13:11:27 (EDT) Robert is well-liked and much-wanted by the West Paces / Northside Parkway community. We do NOT want to see him pushed out of his business by anyone. I have seen him work his trade day after day for many many years and have always known him to be pleasant and friendly to everyone. Even if legally correct, it would be an outrageous moral failure to evict him. I will personally call Governor Perdue's office to encourage support for Robert from the highest level in the State of Georgia. Very sincerely, Mark Wilson Mark Wilson <Info@wilsonconsulting.us> - Saturday, October 15, 2005 at 20:55:19 (EDT) SAve the flower man John Parker <jparker@paceacademy.org> - Friday, October 21, 2005 at 10:07:07 (EDT) Please allow Robert to sell his roses, he has become part of the community, he helps to remind men that they need to show love to their special ladies in their lifes. He is not hurting no one and is tring to make a living. At least he is not homeless, begging for money. VALORIE BOOTH <valpeach@bellsouth.net> - Thursday, February 02, 2006 at 11:18:11 (EST) We want Robert and his flowers back!!! Pat <lukijerna@yahoo.com> - Friday, March 10, 2006 at 08:44:42 (EST) hi my new friend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! mrina77 <lapa@gawab.com> - Saturday, April 08, 2006 at 21:56:00 (EDT) It just wouldn't be the same with out Robert at West Paces Ferry and Northside Parkway, he has put a smile on my face for the last seven years! There are other issues in the area that need to be taken care of, not someone trying to make a living. Melissa Payne Baker <momoatl99@yahoo.com> - Thursday, April 27, 2006 at 11:54:58 (EDT) Dear Robert, You saved my ass this year on valentine's day, and I will never forget it. I'm a rising Sr over at Pace Academy, and we've begun a petition to get you back. Students and teachers alike are getting involved!!! We're going to do our best!!! Sincerely JB John Bentley <jbentley@paceacademy.org> - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 11:30:58 (EDT) Save the Flower Man! Tessa Schreiner <tschreiner@paceacademy.org> - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 13:09:09 (EDT) Robert has done nothing to deserve the unfair removal from the corner. He never bothered anyone and did not deserve to be removed. On what grounds? Does he really have to own the corner to sell there. In the purpose of tradition - make an exception for an exceptional guy., Matt Simonds <msimonds@paceacademy.org> - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 14:24:18 (EDT) i love the flowerman, let him stay! john parker <jparker@paceacademy.org> atlanta, ga fulton - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 14:49:21 (EDT) This is terrible news! I have always been able to get flowers from him for any event and all of us still need you-come back! C. Berry <cberry@paceacademy.org> - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 15:08:20 (EDT) I would love to still have the flower man work at his corner. I have gotten used to seeing you on the corner and I will definitely miss you a whole lot if you leave. Please don't leave!! Kate - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 15:11:10 (EDT) I have been a patron of yours since I started working in Buckhead. It is a shame that our resources are spent on something that makes life easier for all of us. I wish you a lot of luck fighting THE MAN! D.S.Beard <deverebeard@hotmail.com> - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 15:21:21 (EDT) I live in the neighborhood and for as long as I can remember you have been at the corner. You have an amazing work ethic and someone with that kind of dedication should not be proibited. It is unfair to make you move if you been there for 16 years. It makes no sense that this is suddenly a problem. Good luck! V. McNally - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 16:07:53 (EDT) Robert's pretty tight. Joe Cunliffe <jcunliffe@paceacademy.org> - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 16:22:10 (EDT) Having been around literally my whole life, this man has become a tradition to those of us in buckhead. Just as well, having done nothing legally wrong and having every right to be there, he has provided a method for happiness and the sharing thereof in the area. He should wihtout a doubt be allowed to remain. Jesse Crawford <jcrawford@paceacademy.org> - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 17:47:14 (EDT) the flower guy was a daily spark of light in our sometimes mundane lives! he should be able to keep his corner, if not merely because of the length of time he has spent there but because his flowers are the best and the cheapest!! Erin McIntosh <emcintosh@paceacademy.org> - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 18:05:27 (EDT) LET HIM STAY!!! Morgan <mlyndall@paceacademy.org> - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 19:00:42 (EDT) Though I have never personally bought flowers from you, I am a true believer in the cause you are fighting for, and have missed seeing you on the corner selling your beautiful roses. I can't wait to see you back there. Adam Rosenthal - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 20:44:52 (EDT) This man makes me smile every day to see someone doing such a wonderful service, always with a smile on his face. The world needs more people who are just happy to help you out like him. Please allow him to continue to be on the corner, my day won't be as bright without him. Peyton <peytonl04@bellsouth.net> - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 20:57:53 (EDT) This seems absurd. There must be a way for Robert to abide by the city's regulations, and also, continue his business endeavors on the same corner. I don't see any difference betweeen his situation and the small farmers that bring fresh produce into Atlanta, that the city is also trying to stop. We have much more important matters towards which we need to be spending time and energy. Shirley, what say you??? Rebecca Hinkle <r.hinkle@comcast.net> - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 20:58:21 (EDT) The "Flower Man" has been at that corner longer than I have been living..He actually is a big part of our school...every Valentines Day/Mothers Day there is alot of talk about how people bought flowers from the "flower man" for a great price. He has done nothing wrong and I don't see a problem with him WORKING there. Thanks Matt Matt Gonzalez <mgonzalez@paceacademy.org> - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 21:30:57 (EDT) although ive never bought flowers from robert, i have always said hey to him everytime i drive by... Robert is the man and you can always count on him being there and Im sure he has bailed out alot of guys.. let the flower man stay! sam birdsong - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 22:40:04 (EDT) I have grown up seeing you on this section of West Paces. It is engrained within the culture of Buckhead it seems. Whit <whitmire1508@aol.com> - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 22:44:56 (EDT) Robert is a hard working, great guy who only wants to sell his flowers. He has never done any harm, and if he need some kind of liscense, just give him one...you cant just make robert leave David Ott <dott@paceacademy.org> - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 22:45:24 (EDT) You are such a great person in the midst of so many crappy Buckhead people. Ever since I can remember driving home from Pace when I went there you were there selling your flowers.... sure as the sun will rise. I mean seriuosly... this man is selling flowers because it's what he does, on a small island in the middle of the road not obstructing traffic or doing anything to harm anybody. SHAME ON THE CITY for being so naive and cruel! Let this man sell his flowers! Zachary Elliott <YEM12_9_95@yahoo.com> - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 22:46:24 (EDT) My entire life I have seen this man standing at the corner selling flowers. He's a landmark. Let him stay. Blake Ficke - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 22:48:14 (EDT) I've never bought anything from Robert, or even said hi, but I've always felt that he added character and personality to that little corner of West Paces Ferry Road. Akeem McLennon <amclennon@paceacademy.org> - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 23:23:07 (EDT) The flower man has always been a landmark for the corner of W. Paces and Northside. Not seeing him out there would be too much of a shock as I ride down towards Westminster. Even though I have never gotten flowers from him, he is harmless. Plus, who is going to tell me when I can go if not him?? Kita <catrock@paceacadem.org> - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 23:29:08 (EDT) Bring Robert back! He's never bothered anyone (and probably helped the majority of us out). He's a part of West Paces. It just isn't the same without him. Stephanie Shapiro <sshapiro@paceacademy.org> - Monday, May 08, 2006 at 23:31:22 (EDT) he must stay there!!!!! atlanta is not the same without the rose man!!!!!!!! julia <julia@westminster.net> atlanta, GA USA - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 00:07:27 (EDT) Robert is the man! Without him selling flowers the corner of West Paces and Northside is empty and will never be the same. Something must be done soon as the people of Buckhead have lost their #1 source for easy access flowers!!! save the flower man!!! Eddie <egonzalez@paceacademy.org> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 00:18:33 (EDT) Fight for your rights, Robert! You bring a little bit of happiness to that otherwise dreary intersection and no one should stop you from doing so. Good luck, and I hope to see you back there soon. Sam <srabin@paceacademy.org> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 01:18:21 (EDT) Robert The Flower Man, has sold me many flowers before, i was very happy with the quality and price of the flowers, let robert stay! Jarren Smith <JarrenSmith@PaceAcademy.Org> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 06:47:43 (EDT) We have bought many flowers from this man-he is an Atlanta institution and one of the things that still makes Atlanta feel like it did when we were growing up here-please allow him to continue-he puts a smile on my face and others whenever I see him. Anne Smith <smithsatl@aol.com> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 09:39:41 (EDT) Please let Robert continue to sell his flowers on the corner of West Paces. He brings a smile to not only those that receive his flowers, but also those that he happily waves to when he hears a friendly honk. Good luck, Robert!!! Elizabeth Belk <elizabethbelk@hotmail.com> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 09:44:19 (EDT) You have been a fixture on the corner most of my married life in Atlanta. I live in the neighborhood. It would be so sad to see you go. Our neighborhood would truly be at a loss. I have always enjoyed watching men stop and buy flowers and know that somewhere there will be a lucky woman to receive them. GOOD LUCK! Claire Jackson <clairejackson5@aol.com> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 09:49:35 (EDT) I love the flower man. He does absolutly no harm to anyone and puts no one in danger. Over the thirteen years of driving past him on the way to school all he has done has provided me with a subtle comfort and a smile. On several occasions I have see him dodge traffic in order to remove a big branch from the street. He is a good guy and you should let him continue to sell his roses. Ben Beacham - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 09:55:06 (EDT) Robert not only sells beautiful flowers, thus providing a wonderful service to his customers, but we also use him as a PERFECT example of hard work and perseverance to our children. He is out there rain, cold or heat, always working but NEVER slowing traffic! Lib and Neal Quirk <lwquirk@bellsouth.net> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 10:06:17 (EDT) I love Bob the Rose Man! Since I go to school right down the street, it is always comforting and fun to see the friendly face of Bob. He has helped out me, and a ton of my friends (guys and girls) when we needed flowers. We need him around, because we are high school students, and don't have a ton of money. Keep Bob on the corner! Molly <molls4425@hotmail.com> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 10:07:28 (EDT) You are a fixture on that corner. Why now? What happened to change your relationship with the Atlanta Police? Surely they know you've been there forever. What are they trying to do? a. <annea@westminster.net> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 10:19:05 (EDT) I can't imagine the corner without him there.He is a "fixture" in our community. I even heard there was a time when he foiled a robbery at one of the neighboring gas stations. From what I've witnessed, his presence has been positive. I look forward to buying flowers again soon! Lou Winship Atlanta, Ga Fulton - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 10:29:58 (EDT) PLEASE COME BACK ROBERT!!! WE MISS YOU! Lindsay <linzy11989@hotmail.com> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 10:44:17 (EDT) robert, you have provided me with the highest quality flowers on every occasion. I am lost without your help and support. Molly <mollyanne2588@yahoo.com> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 10:45:14 (EDT) robert you are more dependable than the sun rising in the morning! i dont know what to do without you and your flowers! rebecca <rfh1088@yahoo.com> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 10:46:04 (EDT) robert you bring a smile to my face everytime i pass the traffic light of west paces adn northside... I miss your friendly face everyday reeves <rdh0789@aol.com> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 10:46:56 (EDT) We all love seeing Robert on our way home. I would be very upset to see him go. LET HIM SELL HIS FLOWERS!!! WE LOVE YOU ROBERT!!! Rick Calk <RickCalk@paceacedmey.org> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 10:56:08 (EDT) I've been an Atlanta girl all my life until heading off for college in Virginia this year. Robert has been selling roses for as long as I remember -- he's a landmark! He simply has to stay, period. Sarah Yates <smyates@gmail.com> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 11:20:07 (EDT) i want robert back! Lynn Bazzel <lynnbazzel@hotmail.com> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 11:36:39 (EDT) Adverse possession is probably your best bet against city in claiming your rights to the corner. However, your occupancy of the corner must meet five elements: 1. open and notorious (must put true owner on actual notice i.e. the city) 2. actual and exclusive: must physically occupy the land. 3. continuous: possession must not be interrupted. 4. wrongful: cannot have permission of rightful owner. 5. prescribed period of time: most states 10-20 years. It seems as if you meet all basic requirements but you must check with the city because their code on adverse possession will be more specific. John Cook <Backdraft365@aol.com> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 11:58:49 (EDT) I have lived and grown up around the Northside and West Paces Ferry Road area my entire life. I went to Trinity just down the road and now I'm at Pace. Mr. Hiestand has been on that corner ever since I can remember and has a place in the hearts of anyone that is even the slightest bit familiar with the area. His picture has appeared in a countless number of high school newspapers, yearbooks, included in album art, and on posters - he truly is a part of everyone's life. Mr. Hiestand does not ask for much, in the past 16 years his price for a dozen roses has never increased, and day after day he continues to grace the corner of Northside Parkway and West Paces. The fact that the city has found it neccessary to not only disturb the simple life of a flower merchant, but to disrupt one of the great icons of our community is unbelievable. He sells flowers; I challenge someone to find something that is wrong or bad with that. Jake Harris <jakeharris@paceacademy.org> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 12:02:29 (EDT) I love the flower man and think that he should be allowed to stay on his corner, because he isn't causing any harm and helps out everyone when they are in a pinch for a pretty flower. Mary Hipp <mhipp@paceacademy.org> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 12:36:55 (EDT) The Atlanta PD should focus on crime - not flowers. Get with the program cops Kevin Link <kwlink@bellsouth.net> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 15:42:51 (EDT) Robert is always out there, rain or shine, and has helped me out more than once if i needed a quick gift for something. He is a hard working man that deserves to continue to work as he pleases, and if the city took that away, not only would they be taking away hes oppurtunity to continue to do the fine work that he has done, but also i'd be kinda screwed for mothers day Andrew Henry <guitarplayer2954@hotmail.com> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 16:14:17 (EDT) Dont let the pigs shut this guy down. He has every right to sell on that corner as the cops do to be stupid cops. Noah <npt90@yahoo.com> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 16:20:26 (EDT) The flower man MUST be allowed to stay. Dan Ish <dish668@gmail.com> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 16:21:50 (EDT) I love having the flower man on the corner where he has been for 16 years. It is part of our "tradition" and he is actually a breath of fresh air as he is always in a great mood and sometimes quite entertaining! He also sells a great product! Lara Woods <josephmwoodsiv@aol.com> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 16:41:48 (EDT) Please let this Man continue his business. He a fine example of hard work, reliability, industry and committment. The young people of the neighborhood heed more of this! He is not doing any hard to the businesses aroung him. He has become an institution on Paces Ferry. martha wilkins <martha.wilkins@choa.org> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 16:45:20 (EDT) This is absolutely ridiculous, that after 16 years you aren't able to continue your business. I've bought flowers from you in the past, and just the other day I needed some flowers for a friend of mine. So I went to the corner of W. Paces and Northside expecting you to be there, but I was disappointed. To my dismay, I later learned the reason. We (the students of Pace Academy) have started a petition to bring you back! Fight for free enterprise!! Save the flower man!!!!! Ali Fine <afine@paceacademy.org> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 17:06:42 (EDT) I am heartbroken to hear of this situation- my family uses this fellows roses for every party and family function around. He has the best roses in town and has never benn anything but delightful to work with. So much around this town has changed; "please do not fix what ain't broke". What possible complaint could there be with his friendly presence in our ever changing community. emily olsen <elizabeth565456@aol.com> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 17:13:28 (EDT) Just let the man sell some flowers! Joseph O'Geen <jogeen2288@yahoo.com> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 17:27:59 (EDT) Do the police have nothing better to do with their time then give me parking tickets and prevent a decent man from trying to make a living? OK, the parking tickets I get, my bad, but Mr. Hiestand is not blocking a fire lane or selling drugs. He is providing a service to the community and adding "character" to the neighborhood. He is a local icon; West Paces & Northside without The Flower Man just isn't the same; it makes the neighborhood seem dead Amir Naim <anaim@paceacademy.org> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 22:26:03 (EDT) As a student of the nearby Westminster Schools, nothing brightens my mourning better than seeing the always smiling "Rose Man" on the corner of West Paces. He has become a part of our culture, and to say all the sudden that he "cant sell roses any more" is hypocracy. Wes French <wesleyfrenchjr@hotmail.com> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 22:45:38 (EDT) Seeing Robert on the corner every day gives me comfort and makes me happy. Clearly, I'm not alone. I request his return. What legitimate objections can be made of his presence there? Katy Flinn <katyflinn@westminster.net> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 22:51:37 (EDT) Your removal from the corner is outrageous! You've sold me flowers so many times, I wouldn't know where else to get them! You make shopping before Pace Musicals very convenient, and you've done nothing to warrant this. After 16 years, why now? Stephanie Weinraub <sweinraub@paceacademy.org> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 23:09:30 (EDT) I'm a student at Westminster and have driven past you countless times. BRING BACK THE ROSE MAN! I don't know what we would do without you on Valentine's Day or Mother's Day or around Prom time. We need you back... A Westminster Student (sorry I have to withhold my name, just dont want me email posted on the internet for spammers to get too) - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 23:54:01 (EDT) I second the words of my friend Wes French. We need the rose man back. When car accidents or someone was in trouble in the intersection, the rose man was the first one there to help. He's a great guy, not to mention the fact that he sells great roses at a great price. Caleb Griscom <calebgriscom@westminster.net> - Tuesday, May 09, 2006 at 23:56:34 (EDT) Robert is part of our society, even our culture. To take him away from his job would be to take away a part of ourselves with him. Foster Durkee <richarddurkee@westminster.edu> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 00:00:13 (EDT) why, god, why?! what am i going to do? mother's day is around the corner and i have no else idea where flowers (of such stellar quality) are sold...and for that price!!! i was hoping you'd still be around when i'm old, so i could do what my father once was did when he scrambled to you for roses on those special occaisons. robert, good luck---hope to see you selling as soon as possible (particularly by sunday!) R Chan - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 00:00:37 (EDT) Seriously. Hard Work, good service. What's wrong with that? Thomas Alexander <Talexander@rollins.edu> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 02:59:58 (EDT) Robert has always been so kind and friendly to any car passing by! he brightens peoples day and he is a great contribution to our city!! we NEED robert!! Katherine Short - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 07:05:33 (EDT) Robert has been there since before I was born- he's been nothing but a positive on our community, often helping it. Why would you make him leave?! Justin <jleef@paceacademy.org> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 08:34:12 (EDT) Robert, You are the last piece of sanity in this rapidly dissintegrating world. Youre the sunshine after the rain, youre the cure against the fear and the pain, and we're losin our minds when youre not around... it's all (it's all) it's all because of you! see you soon!!! ~Ryan and McKamie Ryan and McKamie <ryan@westminster.net> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 09:53:06 (EDT) Robert has been on that corner for my entire life, should be allowed to stay! hes a good guy Charlie Wood <yerbamateband@yahoo.com> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 10:50:43 (EDT) I hate you and I think you use drug mckamie jowers <mckamiejowers@yahoo.com> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 12:04:48 (EDT) THATS NOT TRUE! I LOVE YOU!! the day you stopped coming to sell us flowers on west paces was the day i stopped living. you are more reliable that the sun in the morning and the moon at night. mckamie <mckamiejowers@westminster.net> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 12:06:31 (EDT) I love the rose man, he is a fixture in the community. Also, he is reasonably attractive, and has saved numerous lives from the 'traffic monster' that is the intersection of West Paces and Northside Parkway. In addition, he has been instrumental in the capture of approximately 3299 illegal immagrants, and has also caught and euthanized about 5545 stray dogs. Without him, illegal immigrants and stray dogs will undoubtedly run amock in the city. So please Shirley Franklin, if you do nothing else in your term besides make biased statements regarding women's rights, release the flower man and do some good for the Buckhead community. Sincerely yours, Jordan Shmall P.H.D Jordan Shmall <jordanshmall@ballyhoo.net> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 12:11:43 (EDT) My Dearest Robert, One of my fondest childhood memories is of sitting in father's lap helping him pay you for flowers on Mother's Day, Valentine's, Mother's Birthday, Anniversary, Grandmother's birthday, Sister's birthday, Aunt Sally's birthday. I hope someday to be able to do the same with my son so that he too can experience the joy of your company. For them to pull you off the corner is like tearing a gaping hole in my lonesome heart. You are a true inspiration for everyone living the American dream. God bless America. Patrick Hickey <bobbyjoe45@gmail.com> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 12:15:21 (EDT) This man should be allowed to sell roses on the corner of West Paces Ferry and Norhtside Drive. You all should be encouraging young buisness owners such as this man, not kicking them off the streets! Lindsay Maxwell <lindsaymaxwell@mac.com> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 13:39:51 (EDT) Robert is more than "Rose Man;" he is a Buckhead icon. A fun guy to have a 30 second talk with at a red light and an occasional traffic director, Robert represents all the great features of the American worker. He's out there long hours in the extreme heat and cold, making his small fortune in a unique way. With other prominent issues such as illegal immigrants at the forefront of society today, it seems outrageous that our city would attack a hardworking service worker of the city. If he is permanently banned, rest assured that the unified high-schoolers of Westminster, Lovett, and Pace will make noise Caldwell - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 14:30:23 (EDT) No one can replace Robert and what he has done for Buckhead. Bring him back!!! Sawyer Duncan <sdd629@YAHOO.COM> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 14:41:07 (EDT) Robert- My father bought roses for my mom when they were young and now I buy flowers from you when Valentines Day, Mothers Day, Prom, what have you, comes around. The city's decision to encroach upon your enterprise is, to say the least, absurd. Not only does your business do nothing to interrupt the flow of traffic, but your prices and selection outstanding. Moreover, your presence on the corner of West Paces and Northside has become an icon of the Buckhead community, and it is a travesty that the city has barred you from continuing what you are doing. I just want to let you know that you have my full support. I assure you that I am not alone--as has been proven by this page--and I am confident that you will be successful in the end. Everyone at Westminster supports you, Robert! FIGHT THE MAN! -Cooper Cooper <cooper@westminster.net> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 14:41:21 (EDT) BRING BACK THE ROSE MAN!!!!!!! Robert is one of the most vital members of the community and never did anything but help people by offering wonderful roses at a price a practiaclly irresistable price. The Atlanta City Police Department needs to better things to do than kick this man off of a street corner where has roamed for as long as I can remember. Power to the People-BRING HOME ROBERT. Jordan Hall <jordanhall@westminster.net> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 15:36:02 (EDT) we love you!!!! come back!!! My day is not the same without you!! Dorothy Padgett <dorothypadgett@westminster.net> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 16:14:19 (EDT) He is not hurting anything. he is helping people and making us happy to see him! we love him! dont make him go! Lizzy <lizzyjernigan@westminster.net> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 16:41:34 (EDT) We miss seeing you.....you should be allowed to sell flowers if you like. I vote for you.] Wendy Thrower Wendy Thrower <throwerj@bellsouth.net> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 17:07:42 (EDT) SAVE ROBERT THE ROSE MAN!!! Becca - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 17:21:41 (EDT) I bought flowers from Robert for my girlfriend the night of our first kiss, and I owe to him the past three years of my life which have been wonderful. Every morning on the way to work I see him standing there and no matter what day it is or whats going on i cant help but smile. Bring him back! John Heritage <jgh@yahoo.com> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 17:29:02 (EDT) Robert, were in this together. We will do whatever it takes to get you back. This man deserves to be selling flowers at the corner of West Paces Ferry Road...hes been doing it harmlessly for over sixteen years, and he has become part of our community. This is outrageous Kevin Dolezal <khd27@yahoo.com> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 17:33:49 (EDT) Robert the flower guy is a legend. also he always tells me when its raining or night time and i forget to turn my lights on. sometimes i think hes just waving his arms around at me, but then i realize i can hardly see what hes doing because my lights are not on, they are off. dont f*ck with legends, please. olga "goopy nut" howell <olgahowell@westminster.net> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 18:08:39 (EDT) Like others have said, Robert is a landmark on that corner. He is the nicest guy and always has flowers quick for passers by with emergency rose situations. Andrew Henderson <ahenderson8@bellsouth.net> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 18:45:49 (EDT) dawg you need to come back dont let them police boss you around bill - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 18:48:29 (EDT) Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has. Margaret Mead Connie - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 20:20:16 (EDT) Robert has been around for as long as I've been alive, and he's become an integral part of the West Paces and Buckhead community. I mean, when I DON'T see him at his corner, I always feel something is missing. He needs to come back, so that West Paces regains its biggest symbol. mark <markmayfield@westminster.net> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 20:28:25 (EDT) The Rose Man provided roses for my boyfriend to give me for years! It is such a wonderful tradition to buy roses from him. He has made many women's lives happy because of his beautiful, and affordable roses! He also has such an optimistic and small-town attitude. He is over all just a friendly neighbor who brings smiles to the community. He MUST Stay! Amanda Goyer <goyera@mailbox.sc.edu> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 20:42:48 (EDT) robert, it is a tragedy...no, an atrocity and an insult against freedom, for the police to take away your American rights to sell roses to desperate boyfriends and husbands on an active street corner...we will fight to preserve your right to pursue the American dream of selling roses God Bless You, sir. matthew <matthewcurtis@westminster.net> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 20:55:04 (EDT) Robert the Rose man is a landmark. He has every right in the world to be there. Where else can kids and parents on their way to Pace, Lovett, or Westminster plays get roses when they forget to. Its too much trouble to go back to kabloom or publix. Let him stay! Bud Whitmire <bebop500@aol.com> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 21:10:40 (EDT) Robert is the greatest. He is always there with a smile on his face selling his flowers to all those who may need some at a given time. He has never caused anyone any trouble and he has become a local legend. If you can really call what Robert is doing a "crime," I believe that APD's time could be much better spent catching real criminals. To make him stop now is a crime itself; let Robert stay. Paul Merz <gth852w@mail.gatech.edu> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 21:32:54 (EDT) It is silly that the police would hassel such a good guy. We all love Robert. He sells flowers at a competitive price and quality. He keeps the oncoming traffic flowing and is never shy to point out a green light. Parker Gott - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 22:13:06 (EDT) There was probably some municipal violation that caused Robert to be turned away from The Corner, but considering this man has done his work for 16 years peacefully and with no harm to the community, surely he deserves better. He is an icon of West Paces Ferry, and a friend of the community. Please let him continue his business- he does his work with a certain pride, and it's a familiar pleasure to see him selling his flowers day after day. Countless lives have been touched by his services, though the narratives included in this petition reflect just a few. I would hope our city representatives could do better for this man than simply eject him with no justifiable reason after 16 years of peacable business. If he was convicted of a crime of some sort that would be different- but as of now there has been no justification, and therefore no reason to prevent this man from peacably doing his job. Please let him return. We miss him. Avi Bhuiyan <abhuiyan@paceacademy.org> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 22:31:36 (EDT) Why are the police worrying about this, they should be worried about much more important things, not stoping a completly innocent man from selling flowers. This is so messed up Jimbo Irvin <Jimboirvin@westminster.net> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 23:02:54 (EDT) I cannot imagine driving along W. Paces Ferry without Robert the Rose Man there on a play nights for Westminster, Lovett, and Pace or around all holidays. Why would anyone want to get rid of one of the greatest services around? He's been selling roses for as long as most of us kids can remember being at school along W. Paces and there's no reason to make him leave. Amanda Siegel <asiegel@hamilton.edu> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 23:20:40 (EDT) Robert the Rose Man has never caused any disturbances to anyone to my knowledge and is a cornerstone to the local area. Please allow Robert to come back and sell roses!! Diederik Minkhorst <dikiminkhorst@comcast.net> - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 23:26:49 (EDT) This is crazy, Robert The Rose Man has allways been a contribution to the West Paces intersection and surrounding shopping centers. In a world where any type of business(even selling flowers) is rarely done on a personal level, the Rose Man adds character and personality to this busy intersection and I don't understand why an exception can't be made so he can stay where he has been for the past sixteen years. Matt - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 23:57:32 (EDT) Mr. Hiestand, Your presence on the corner of Northside Pkwy and West Paces has been consistent for as long as I can remember. It has always been nice to know that no matter how much Atlanta has changed, some things remain the same. Of all of the roadside vendors I have encountered in Atlanta, you are by far one of the most courteous. Your presence on the corner of Northside Pkwy and West Paces has only ever enriched the surrounding Buckhead community. I implore the Atlanta City Police Department to allow you to return to work. -Nathan NPC - Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 00:07:29 (EDT) Robert you've always made my day that much better seeing you out selling flowers and making an honest living in a truly original way. I'll write my congressman and ask him to do whatever he can to help you out. Thanks for doing what you do, hopefully we'll get you back out there in no time. Julian Swan <skiptomylou868@hotmail.com> - Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 00:58:07 (EDT) Mr. Hiestand is a fixture of the neighborhood. It would not be the same place without him at the corner. His presence at the corner of West Paces and Northside Pkwy. adds to the character and appearence of the neighborhood, provides a convenient service at bargain prices, and does not do any harm to anybody. Give him his corner back! Jake L. <jcl9684@yahoo.com> - Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 01:26:04 (EDT) Mr. Heistand, your presence on the corner of W. Paces Ferry and Northside Pkwy. has only been an asset to the Atlanta/Buckhead community. Your presence on that corner is a Buckhead institution, and you are one of the most courteous and organized street vendors I have ever met. I shudder at the thought that Robert-the-rose-man may never stand on that corner again. E. Doctor <nyskins1@yahoo.com> - Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 10:20:12 (EDT) We need the Flower Man! Please let him come back. Not only does he have wonderful floweres, but he gets the cars moving when the light turns green! Kim Noonan <ruedebac@yahoo.com> - Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 10:25:47 (EDT) This part of Buckhead could never be the same without Mr. Hiestand. Not only have I lived on Northside Drive my entire life, but I'm also a Pace Academy graduate and can neither imagine nor remember the corner of West Paces and Northside Parkway without him. I can see no reason to stop him from selling beautiful and affordable flowers as he has continued to do for sixteen years, especially when I see how much support he has from our community. Furthermore, in the dozens of times I've seen him, I have NEVER seen him do anything dangerous, unlawful, or discourteous. Please allow him to return to the corner; he is sorely missed. Julia <Rosemary1789@aol.com> - Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 11:01:47 (EDT) I have been going to Robert for the past 4 years. He is a very hard working indivdual and an extremely nice guy. HE DESERVES BETTER! Perryman Ellison <pellison@uga.edu> - Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 15:13:12 (EDT) Removing Robert is a travesty and an undeserved punishment to a good man, Robert's friendliness and quality roses have been apart of the growing West Paces community for almost two decades. Quinn Kane <daygreen480@yahoo.com> - Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 17:32:38 (EDT) WE LOVE YOU ROBERT!!!!!!!! FIGHT THE GOOD FIGHT!!! rpizzle <r@yahoo.com> - Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 17:35:11 (EDT) I have been going to school at Westminster for 12 years, 13 next year as a Senior, and i have seen Robert every morning as I turn right off of Northside to go to school. 12.5 years of seeing a guy and then one morning, poof he's gone. I can;t take it. I have never seen Robert be anything but lively and curteous to anyone driving or walking by him. He has always sold his roses, never being detrimental to anyone, never holding anyone or anything up. The policeman who booted Robert from his concrete island is insane. This is garbage. LET ROBERT GO BACK TO HIS WAY OF LIFE SO WE CAN GO BACK TO OURS. Thank you, Robert for all you do. Ely Smith Ely Smith <elysmith@westminster.net> - Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 17:39:48 (EDT) I have seen Robert outside selling flowers EVERYDAY, rian sleet or snow, since the day I was born. He's a friendly man with and honest business that doesnt conflict with the families or business around west paces. Recently I hhave realized how unfair the Atlanta Poliec department can be. However, this is really jsut tooo far. Abigail Pietrobon <AbbeyDabbey@gmail.com> - Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 18:03:28 (EDT) I used to go to Christ the King School which is on peachtree about 10 minutes away from Robert. Every morning i would see him as i drove by as he cheerfully sold his flowers and was nice to every car and passerby. It is an outrage that he is being put out of buisness by some looney cop who probably had nothing else to do. This is America isn't it? Jimmy McAlpin <pinkwall@gmail.com> - Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 18:03:52 (EDT) Robert adds so much charm to the corner. BRING HIM BACK!!!! Margaret <sinclairtownes3@yahoo.com> - Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 19:03:38 (EDT) WE WANT ROBERT THE FLOWER MAN BACK!! HE MADE MY DAY EVERY MORNING WHEN I SAW HIM ON MY WAY TO SCHOOL! PLUS HE WOULD ALWAYS TELL ME WHEN THE LIGHT WAS GREEN!!! WHY DO THIS TO HIM NOW?? I DONT UNDERSTAND! Slick <peewee555@yahoo.com> - Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 19:15:42 (EDT) BRING THE FLOWER MAN BACK! HE'S SUCH AN AMAZING TRAFFIC DIRECTOR!! Maggie <ugabornandbred26@netscape.net> - Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 21:27:48 (EDT) Robert is amazing and he should stay on the corner!! Lauren <lkravitz@paceacademy.org> - Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 22:01:36 (EDT) In the words of the famed philosopher Ludacris, Get back MF, they cant own you like that. SDMONEY FO SHO!!! <cds-or-tapes@deez.net> - Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 22:39:28 (EDT) SAVE THE ROSE MAN!!!!! Helen <helenstrickler@westminster.net> - Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 23:50:59 (EDT) Robert has sold me flowers for each one of my daughters various performances throughout the year and I would hate to see him go out of buisiness. Margaret Gillogly <magillogly@aol.com> - Friday, May 12, 2006 at 00:46:08 (EDT) The Rose-man is the source of our communities undying culture. For as long as i can remember he has been there offering great roses, traffic help when you forget to watch the lights, and color to our street. It is with complete horror that i heard of this impersonable dismissing, and believe Robert deserves his spot on that small island in which was his office. Please do not let our community forget the rose-man. David Perrin <Perrin2006@yahoo.com> - Friday, May 12, 2006 at 01:06:26 (EDT) Do not remove the flower man from the cornor of W. Paces and N'side. Not only does he assit with purchasing roses but also helps keep the traffic moving. Because of him a lot of accidents have NOT happened. Anne French <annefrench@comcast.net> - Friday, May 12, 2006 at 10:42:37 (EDT) Atlanta isn't the same without the rose man!!! Alison B - Friday, May 12, 2006 at 16:53:18 (EDT) he is as much a part of west paces as ok cafe and starbucks!!! Lindsay Lightmas <lalightmas@lovett.org> - Friday, May 12, 2006 at 17:59:24 (EDT) I speak on behalf of everyone in my community when I say that shutting down Robert would not only rob him of his livelihood, but rob our entire community of tradition and a perfect example of the good-natured people living around West Paces/Northside. Wyatt Heaton <waheaton@lovett.org> - Friday, May 12, 2006 at 19:34:55 (EDT) Robert has been a keystone of our West Paces community since before I was born. To take such a nice, caring man out of his job, something with which he puts all his effort into and sincerely enjoys, is just wrong. Whenever I have needed ANYTHING flower related, Robert has always been the one I go to. We miss him and want him back on the corner of West Paces and Northside! -Brendan Brendan <bdavies@paceacademy.org> - Friday, May 12, 2006 at 23:04:28 (EDT) Robert is the man! He causes absolutely no harm while he sells his roses, and never causes a traffice problem or anything of that sort. Tom Moak <bigdawguga1018@hotmail.com> - Saturday, May 13, 2006 at 11:17:45 (EDT) Robert's pretty much the coolest guy ever & Atlanta should definetely let him be allowed to work there, because his roses were 10x better than any other place's in Buckhead anyway. Wanda S <wandasharis@westminster.net> - Saturday, May 13, 2006 at 21:53:53 (EDT) This is perposterous! This aggression will NOT stand! C Dubbz <cgwilson@lovett.org> - Sunday, May 14, 2006 at 00:29:50 (EDT) we want robert to stay!save him from the police! we love robert! The Campbells <kcamp@bellsouth.net> - Sunday, May 14, 2006 at 12:55:08 (EDT) We must save Robert from the bureaucracy. It would be a shame to shut him down. Go Robert! Chris Campbell <ccampbell@fishwindowcleaning.com> - Sunday, May 14, 2006 at 12:56:05 (EDT) Robert's flowers are always great quality and there when you need them. Not only does he sell flowers but he keeps that hectic intersection a little safer and saner. B ring him back. Ryan <ryan3117@gmail.com> - Sunday, May 14, 2006 at 14:29:28 (EDT) Yea word, bring him back. R-Dogg and I are straight tight, he is a symbol of truth in our community. See Dubbs <carolinewarren@gmail.com> - Sunday, May 14, 2006 at 15:51:15 (EDT) Robert is the man, always working the corner. Let him stay! There's simply no reason to make him leave... Thomas McNeill <mcneillt@hsc.edu> - Sunday, May 14, 2006 at 17:54:36 (EDT) yo keeep slangin on the curb g, dont let the 5-0 get to u Jardes Rhodes - Sunday, May 14, 2006 at 18:47:17 (EDT) Robert is an important part of our community. West Paces is now like a piece of swiss cheese, it's still a community, but it has some holes in it without Robert. I sincerely hope that his job will be reinstated. George <jk47a@aol.com> - Sunday, May 14, 2006 at 18:52:31 (EDT) Give this man his business back James Noonan <noonoo1988@hotmail.com> - Sunday, May 14, 2006 at 21:07:06 (EDT) let the flower man stay!! and sell his pretty flowers!! [: Megan <tropicaloasis010@yahoo.com> - Monday, May 15, 2006 at 00:37:29 (EDT) I heard u sold xtc and ice on the corner and thats how u stay'd in business... dont lie to everyone ALLupINdaA - Monday, May 15, 2006 at 10:24:19 (EDT) I heard that too Blake <neglectdog@aol.com> - Monday, May 15, 2006 at 10:25:46 (EDT) oh realy? :) kim <kimprincess@hotmail.com> - Monday, May 15, 2006 at 10:27:26 (EDT) Come back!!! We miss you! and we need you to remind people to go at the green light!! Sally <salro13@hotmail.com> - Monday, May 15, 2006 at 16:55:15 (EDT) that is not true! robert does NOT do drugs! we want you back and miss you!!!!!!!!!! sally <salro13@hotmail.com> - Monday, May 15, 2006 at 17:04:04 (EDT) Robert has done nothing to harm anybody... all he does is sell flowers to people who are in a rush, but need the flowers! elizabeth <efenton@atlantagirlsschool.org> - Monday, May 15, 2006 at 17:23:28 (EDT) robert is so cool, i miss him so much when he's not there!! he's super friendly and his roses are the best, plus its really close to school and church. he makes buckhead seem more cozy and small town. he is part of the community, we should bring him back. priscilla <pferrer@atlantagirlsschool.org> - Monday, May 15, 2006 at 17:30:53 (EDT) this is horrible news! Robert is a great man who dies no harm. He politely sells flowers in the afternoon and even directs traffic so there will not be any hold-ups. Taking Robert away is taking away a major part of West Paces/ Northside. Who ever thinks this is a "crime" and came up with taking him off the corner definately thought wrong. He is a legend to buckhead and always makes people happy. Bring Robert Back ~lydia Lydia Merz - Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at 19:20:27 (EDT) i want to know who the jerk is that said rob can't sell roses on west paces!! i always buy flowers there to brighten up my apartment that i work hard to live in and luckily i can still afford flowers because of his generous price. i think that the police department is just jealous that they are'nt as loved as robert! screw them/love robert LET ROBERT STAY!!!!!!!!!! Julie <dajs@hotmail.com> - Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at 21:54:27 (EDT) Expelling the famed Rose Man from his island abode perfectly exemplifies the absolute incompetence of the government of the City of Atlanta (i.e. Shirley Franklin) and the Atlanta Police Department. It now seems likely that the angry citizens of Atlanta will revolt unless the Rose Man is restored to his proper position. Thank you and good day tyler <thansborough@gmail.com> - Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 18:00:30 (EDT) C'mon!!!! :( Let him sell his FLOWERS Evan - Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 20:16:47 (EDT) Robert has definitly been a huge part of my childhood. My dad would always buy my mom and i flowers from him for special occasions. Robert has been there for sixteen years and there is no reason that he should'nt still be there. Robert is one of the reasons that buckhead is a great place to live. LET ROBERT STAY! Mollie <mcmaner@comcast.net> - Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 20:45:38 (EDT) i agree with the person above me!! Robert plays a part in EVERYONE's LIFE that lives in buckhead. and we all have stories we could tell about him. let him get back to his job of sellin flowers and bein able to play a role in the lives of the community. WE MISS YOU ROBERT Lauren <laurenEbrown09@yahoo.com> - Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 20:49:38 (EDT) don't take away our flower man! i live 30 minutes away from there and still know who he is! Michelle <crazy4christ22@yahoo.com> - Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 21:26:58 (EDT) Robert the Rose Man is a fixture in West Paces if not Buckhead society. He is always smiling, occasionally alerting an ignorant driver that the light is in fact green, and the music from that boombox of his just gets my foot a-tapping. Voltaire once wrote, "If the bookseller happens to desire a privilege for his merchandise, whether he is selling Rabelais or the Fathers of the Church, the magistrate grants the privilege without answering for the contents of the book." The case is exactly the same here. The police, nor the government, should interfere with this man's business, built with his sweat, tears, and blood, and a man who is beloved by so many. Good luck Robert. STICK IT TO THE MAN. A Friendly Commuter - Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 22:48:10 (EDT) ROBERT! you don't know me but i go to a church right next to wear you sell your flowers! i admire you immenslyy and hope that they will let you continue working there. YOU MAKE ME SMILE!1 YOUR ADMIRER <x3radientlyred@hotmail.com> - Thursday, May 18, 2006 at 20:30:36 (EDT) There's no good reason why this man should have to stop selling flowers on the corner. I'd like to hear the reason the police have for taking this action. David J. Furth <david_furth@yahoo.com> - Thursday, May 18, 2006 at 20:41:02 (EDT) What would Westpaces/Northside be without the flower man? Hes always smiling, selling is beautiful flowers; he's an Atlanta institution! He even directs the traffic! Robert, good luck, hopefully those muckety mucks will realize they've made the wrong decision! Jake <Jkrakovsky@yahoo.com> - Thursday, May 18, 2006 at 20:43:59 (EDT) Robert is someone who has made me smile my whole life. I would drive by him everyday, but now the westpaces intersection (the flowerman's intersection) seems quit differnt. Robert has brougth joy to many residents in buckhead, and im sure hes probably stopped a few car wrecks from happening, because he is always watching traffic to make sure everything is ok.robert doesnt cause any problems, but prevents them. LET HIM STAY AT HIS INTERSECTION! I LOVE YOU FLOWERMAN! mcm <mcmaner@comcast.net> - Thursday, May 18, 2006 at 20:56:01 (EDT) Robert Hiestand is a neighborhood landmark, he has doen nothing to deserve his removal. It is plain wrong to remove an honest, hardworking man from a place he has been 16 years when he causing no harm! Thomas MacDonald - Friday, May 19, 2006 at 10:32:46 (EDT) Robert once lived. Now he's dead. How will I live without him telling me when to accelerate, even if I am already moving? I once thought about buying his flowers, but then I didn't. The City of Atlanta would not ask him to quit, unless they had reason to believe his operation was unethical, illegal or had numerous complaints. Regardless, he is back now, and he is "directing traffic" again... I hope the City resolves this issue, be it good or bad for the Rose Man. I sure hope to see him out on the streets on Tuesdays at 2 AM again. Juice <jukolb@gsu.edu> - Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 02:44:22 (EDT) One of my favorite things about driving through buckhead is seeing the smile on the flower-man's face every time I drive by. Why should flower seekers have to deal with the terrible parking at publix if they need flowers when there is a friendly, happy, and convenient man selling flowers on the corner? heather allen <countrybabe05@earthlink.net> - Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 16:46:56 (EDT) How can you try to take away Robert? He is a huge part of our community; and it would be an injustice to Atlanta to make him leave. Robert brightens everyone's day by being a joyful reminder that there is a lot more to this world than the Buckhead life that so many of us are cought up in. Chip Reagan <chipreagan@westminster.net> - Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 16:57:01 (EDT) I have bought roses from Robert many times over the years that I have lived in the West Paces area. He has become a trademark, undoubtedly. He really is a nice man who Buckhead wouldn't be the same without! Megan Locklear <meganlock@yahoo.com> - Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 17:49:39 (EDT) we need you back on the corner man will <willdickerson@bellsouth.net> - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 00:32:31 (EDT) how can the city of atlanta move a legend in buckhead...day in and day out it is people like robert who show us all the important little life lessons and now they are trying to take this great man away from us...boo the city of atlanta...good luck robert we hope to see you back soon we need ya back man will <willdickerson@bellsouth.net> - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 00:36:40 (EDT) let him sell!!! vicki gale <wildthing1189@aol.com> - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 20:36:11 (EDT) I don't know you, and have never stopped by your shop, but I'm for small business and free enterprise. You should keep it up. J. Di Pietro, Jr. - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 20:50:01 (EDT) im all for those flowers laura a - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 20:52:52 (EDT) keep tryin' man tyler becker <train4wrestlin23@gmail.com> - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 22:02:51 (EDT) did i hear someone say xtc.? im sick of all this shit . going to work in an office building. do u grown ups not wish u could pop xtc and just have a good time with out being socialy scolded and hated for just doin it ? clark <clarkat@gov.edu> - Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at 00:14:33 (EDT) hell yessss mannnnnnn stoner on mores mill - Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at 00:16:50 (EDT) man I can't believe this shit. every goddamn time I need the bakers dozen this brotha connect my fuckin dots, nahmean? and like, my man on da corner be slingin that chronic foliage. word? like yall know you cant hold a hustla down fah long. i be bumpin mad shit in the southside foo ya my nig and keep yo dick up off the ground. keep on jivin wid de mob n runnin from da poh-BIIIIIIIIIIIIIIITICHHH. pursh. ronnie bink ronnie binkens <ronronrigermerole@mindspring.com> - Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at 01:04:04 (EDT) Please allow Robert or, "the rose guy" as every student at Westminster (just down the road) calls him, to stay. He has been a crucial fixture for our neighborhood. I have a hard time believing that his presence selling roses is the biggest "problem" the police have to deal with. catherine mencher <catherinemencher@westminster.net> - Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at 09:04:15 (EDT) Robert has never hurt anybody and he just sells his flowers without disrupting a soul. There is no reason that he should be made to leave and everybody loves him! Anna Price <amprice1@ua.edu> - Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at 12:43:11 (EDT) I love the flower man!! Save Robert!! Alex Duncan - Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at 12:46:09 (EDT) robert or "the rose guy" makes west paces what it is. i've passed him countless times each day for the past 16 years and driving through the intersection really isn't the same without him!!! he's a fixture of the intersection and as much of a part of the west paces/buckhead community than anybody else...LET HIM STAY! erica <erica@westminster.net> - Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at 15:54:13 (EDT) just to settle this, the man IS a drug dealer John Doe Westminster Grad - Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at 20:54:45 (EDT) hmm... go ask for "12 dozen roses", and see what you get. hint: its not 144 roses. anonymous - Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at 21:55:23 (EDT) welcome home roses man!!! Sallie - Tuesday, May 30, 2006 at 20:52:26 (EDT) Robert Hiestand is a man that I grew up watching everyday on the way to and from school. We would call him "flower dude" and he was always the nicest man. I wish I could still buy his great flowers. He is a vital part of the community and he should be able to stay a part of our daily lives Charles Wilson <Walser0@hotmail.com> - Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at 23:09:38 (EDT) I have seen you everyday of my 19 year life! there is no way that you can leave YOUR street corner! Channing Morris <inggirl64@hotmail.com> - Thursday, June 01, 2006 at 00:42:59 (EDT) I agree with Pat Trotlavi <mrmor@yahoo.com> - Thursday, June 01, 2006 at 12:20:19 (EDT) The Roseman is a fantastic tourist attraction and a staple on that corner. If you make him go, you may as well shut down the OK Cafe while you're at it: both are incredible Atlanta landmarks Jane Ledlie <JaneLed14@aol.com> - Friday, June 02, 2006 at 15:19:18 (EDT) We all love Robert! Ever since I was in first grade, I remember seeing him out at the corner selling roses. I've practically grown up with him! And I've purchased his roses on many occasions, since they're absolutely beautiful and couldn't be any more convenient! Come on, city of Atlanta. Don't you guys have anything better to do than pick on a man who's only bettering his community by engaging in honest work? Seeing him out with his roses always cheers me up if I've had a bad day. I know many of the Westminster students will stand by him against the stupidity of the city's sudden "policy." Long live the rose man! Rachel <rach4167@aol.com> - Saturday, June 03, 2006 at 00:05:15 (EDT) Dude o.o Robert owns...Give him his corner back, he's done nothing wrong. Jeremy - Saturday, June 03, 2006 at 11:52:14 (EDT) Come back, Robert! Monica Quaintance - Saturday, June 03, 2006 at 11:55:20 (EDT) PLEASE LET HIM BACK!!!! It won't be the same without him. He adds such a great vibe to atlanta!! Stewart Barbour <Msbarbou@edisto.cofc.edu> - Sunday, June 04, 2006 at 20:15:45 (EDT) i need fast money and i think selling flowers is a pay daily job i have been looking for work and no luck there. brenda <brendamcculloch1@yahoo> - Thursday, June 08, 2006 at 17:02:44 (EDT) First of all the Atlanta Police Department has better things to worry about than a man selling roses on a popular street corner. Not only has he become part of our daily lives and community, wouldnt you rather have Robert selling roses and making an income than living off of your welfare money or selling drugs to children. If the Atlanta Police take away his source of income from selling roses, what do you think he will turn to? Unemployment is a breading ground for drug addiction and crime, Be Smart and let him sell the roses for goodness sake. Northside Neighbor - Friday, June 09, 2006 at 17:26:22 (EDT) Robert represents what America stands for. He did what he could, and created a buisness for himself. I wish everyone in the world could be as self motivated as him. He is a true american hero! Bennett Gillogly <bennettgillogly@westminster.net> - Sunday, June 11, 2006 at 12:43:16 (EDT) YOU ARE THE MAN ROBERT!!!!! Will Durrett <willdurrett@westminster.net> - Wednesday, June 21, 2006 at 14:17:09 (EDT) Please let the roseman stay! Hey seems like a loving, caring person and everyday I seem him on my way to scool and he is always helping us with our traffic and being a greta citizen! Everyone loves Robert! Mackey <MCBurch@hotmail.com> - Wednesday, June 21, 2006 at 21:31:56 (EDT) ROBERT!! I THINK YOU ARE AWESOME keep on keepin on i love your roses they're beautiful Lanier <almeeks@lovett.org> - Tuesday, June 27, 2006 at 12:57:57 (EDT) I've known Robert for quite some time and he's is an important part of the West Paces community. I see absolutely no need for the City to involve itself in his daily whereabouts. Let him be! Jimmy Ewing <jimewing21@hotmail.com> - Wednesday, June 28, 2006 at 20:33:51 (EDT) You have saved so many guys who leave everything to the last minute be it Valentines day, birthdays, anniversaries, or just a simple surprise. You are just as important to the students from Westminster and Pace as Starbucks and Willies. I can't imagine never seeing you standing on your corner again. Good luck and you should be allowed to sell flowers where ever you want. It's a free country! Sincerely~Ali Ali Eustis <FzyDucky329@eustis.ws> - Thursday, June 29, 2006 at 17:52:24 (EDT) I have sceen Robert selling flowers for as long as I can remember. He has never gotten in my, or any of my friends way! We love seeineg him on the corner and we all know who he is! PLEASE do not cut of our sourse of flowers!!!!!!!!! Katherine <Ktowery@paceacademy.org> - Tuesday, July 04, 2006 at 19:10:55 (EDT) Don't they know that this is America? This country was built on free enterprise and the spirit of embeterment, both of self and of community. The fact that this seems to have been forgoten is wholly disconcerting. Jensen <jensenhart@aol.com> - Tuesday, July 04, 2006 at 22:41:36 (EDT) Let him stay!! Richard - Wednesday, July 12, 2006 at 04:47:55 (EDT) we're cheering for you, robert! Claire - Friday, July 28, 2006 at 21:47:35 (EDT) Arte here. Good to see your back on the streets. Way to stick it to the man! Arte Vandelé <ArteVand@aol.com> - Wednesday, August 02, 2006 at 02:11:38 (EDT) this is a disgrace... the flower man is the heart and soul of west paces those of you who thought it was steak n' shake were wrong DEAD WRONG! Winston Quin <wquin@salisburyschool.org> - Sunday, August 13, 2006 at 02:53:55 (EDT) atlanta PD can suck my left nut louis farinella - Thursday, August 24, 2006 at 21:41:55 (EDT) I spent 13 years at Westminster, and seeing Robert on the corner was as much a part of my upbringing as any class I took. What's more, I've never seen traffic backed up because of Robert's sales--and I've passed that corner thousands of times. What's the problem? Let the man stay! Lori Mack <lorimack1@gmail.com> - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 00:02:19 (EDT) BRING ROBERT BACK!!!!!!!!!!! HE HAS THE BEST FLOWERS IN TOWN AND THE BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE!!! Lindsay <Lindz516@aol.com> - Monday, September 04, 2006 at 10:12:31 (EDT) Robert was a mainstay of the corner during my tenure at Westminster. He is and has always been a welcomed and loved member of the community. Notwithstanding all the potential relationship disasters he helped me avoid, he is a caring and conscientious member of our community. I remember driving by him many days during Braves games and hearing him rooting on our team. Despite the tense feelings in traffic in Buckhead, he was always able to bring a smile to the faces of his many passers-by. Please let him keep his business alive and continue to brighten the corner of Northside and West Paces Ferry. Forcing his customers to pay more at Publix for lower quality flowers is a total disservice to the community Scott Booth <scott.p.booth@delta.com> - Tuesday, September 05, 2006 at 14:38:34 (EDT) Don't make th eflower man leave...he's not hurting anything...he's a great guy who sells pretty flowers!!! Arden Gray <kelseyarden@yahoo.com> - Wednesday, September 06, 2006 at 22:42:45 (EDT) I've never met you but I will forever know who you are. Hopefully one day I will meet you. Good Luck! Jake Boydston <jboydston@paceacademy.org> - Saturday, September 09, 2006 at 14:47:47 (EDT) I remember when I was about five and six, whenever we drove past the flower man, I would always bang on the window and wave as fast as my puny little arm could. And now, every day when I drive by the flower man, I have to smile when i see hundreds of other kids pounding on the windows and bouncing up and down with excitement. There's just soemthing wrong with trying to get rid of a person who brings so much joy to others. God bless. N.E. - Monday, September 11, 2006 at 22:06:10 (EDT) I met Robert when I was a toddler and I have remembered him ever since. My family has bought flowers from him before, and he's a great guy...he needs our support! Davis S. Hamburger <davisshamburger@westminster.net> - Thursday, September 21, 2006 at 16:06:04 (EDT) Robert, my first two years of high school at Pace would have sucked SO MUCH MORE without you!!! Of course, I couldn't drive yet, but now that I can I want to come visit you whenever I'm home from college and buy flowers for my mom. Damn the man. Brianne <blw33@cornell.edu> - Friday, November 17, 2006 at 09:38:04 (EST) Buckhead Wouldnt be the same without you Robert! David - Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 23:49:33 (EST) Yeah, he better come back. Trey O'Callaghan - Sunday, November 19, 2006 at 19:34:42 (EST) Robert, driving to school at Westminster every morning back in highschool wouldn't have been the same without seeing you out on the corner selling roses! I hope everything works out!!! DAMN THE MAN, SAVE THE EMPIRE! Erin <ecall87@uga.edu> - Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 15:21:39 (EST) Hey Rob, Haven't seen you in a while. Probably because I've been away for a while. My wife and I will be visiting my great aunt for the Holidays in Loganville. Hope to are back on the corner. My auntie loves your flowers. Seamoose77 <sleonard250bc@aol.com> - Tuesday, December 05, 2006 at 21:23:45 (EST) |
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