I agree. There was a definite "we got here first" vibe from the couple, even though no words were exchanged. The one item that caught my eye from the sidewalk was a lovely cooking pot that I would have used regularly in my kitchen, but by the time I got on the porch the wife had snatched it into the basket, which was already overflowing. I mean, come on. I know there are no firm rules with regard to trash picking or porch giveaways, but I only ever take things that I or my household will actually use, and I limit myself to one or two items. I love this neighborhood in part because we can exchange our treasures on the curb every week, but greedy people can ruin that pleasant opportunity.