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Who is the most unfairly picked entity on this forum? Why do you think they are the most unfairly picked on?

That's a tough one....

Jesussaves. Hands down.

Jesussaves. Hands down.

Naw, he deserved everything he got. :p

Just a question about the "You" option on the poll, is it like the Simpsons where "You have pressed you. Referring to me. The correct answer is you."?

I would have to say the Jewish or the homosexual.

In general I think Christians, but at the same time I know that some say/do some really unhelpful things, so I understand why. I just think alot of the time they're all lumped into one category and picked on as a whole, when in reality it's only a small percentage of them (or people pretending to be them) who do/say these things.

Just a question about the "You" option on the poll, is it like the Simpsons where "You have pressed you. Referring to me. The correct answer is you."?

You is you, not me. I hope that is cleared up now. If not, press *1 and wait for the operator.

Just a question about the "You" option on the poll, is it like the Simpsons where "You have pressed you. Referring to me. The correct answer is you."?
*tries to understand the answer*
hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm *head explodes*
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<'O_O'>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

Myrth.

You is you, not me. I hope that is cleared up now. If not, press *1 and wait for the operator.

*presses 1* :D

*tries to understand the answer*
hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm *head explodes*
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<'O_O'>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

Mission accomplished. ^_^

Myrth.
I disagree, but then, I would.

Who is the most unfairly picked entity on this forum? Why do you think they are the most unfairly picked on?
All too many people on here have this totally warped idea of what constitutes a "Christian." I think it comes from seeing too many televangelists and far right-wing loose screws. The average Christian is a kind, compassionate person of faith who wishes only the very best for every human life. I know many, many Christians who are like that. Some of them are in my own family.

An honest Christian does his/her best to truly understand the basics of their faith, accepts that science has proven the theory of evolution, realizes that Genesis is an allegory, and would give you the shirt off their back if they thought you needed it. They are among the very best people in the entire human race, and it pains me to see them come on here and try to defend their faith when it's attacked by those of little knowledge and vision.

Jesussaves, beaten to it in the third post :fluffle: to Oksana

[QUOTE=Kanabia]*presses 1* :D

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Jesussaves, beaten to it in the third post :fluffle: to Oksana

:fluffle: to LP. He didn't leave us for Easter.

All too many people on here have this totally warped idea of what constitutes a "Christian." I think it comes from seeing too many televangelists and far right-wing loose screws. The average Christian is a kind, compassionate person of faith who wishes only the very best for every human life. I know many, many Christians who are like that. Some of them are in my own family.

An honest Christian does his/her best to truly understand the basics of their faith, accepts that science has proven the theory of evolution, realizes that Genesis is an allegory, and would give you the shirt off their back if they thought you needed it. They are among the very best people in the entire human race, and it pains me to see them come on here and try to defend their faith when it's attacked by those of little knowledge and vision.


HEAR! HEAR!

All too many people on here have this totally warped idea of what constitutes a "Christian." I think it comes from seeing too many televangelists and far right-wing loose screws. The average Christian is a kind, compassionate person of faith who wishes only the very best for every human life. I know many, many Christians who are like that. Some of them are in my own family.

An honest Christian does his/her best to truly understand the basics of their faith, accepts that science has proven the theory of evolution, realizes that Genesis is an allegory, and would give you the shirt off their back if they thought you needed it. They are among the very best people in the entire human race, and it pains me to see them come on here and try to defend their faith when it's attacked by those of little knowledge and vision.

I went to a Catholic school, and I maintain that many (Not all.) of them deserve what they get. I admire their oft-times selfless altruism, yet on the other hand am awestruck by their complete intolerance and sometimes blatant hypocrisy. (God loves everyone...except Gay people, and them Moslem folk that come here on boats.)

They are among the very best people in the entire human race,

And people ask themselves why Christians aren't more popular. :rolleyes:

All too many people on here have this totally warped idea of what constitutes a "Christian." I think it comes from seeing too many televangelists and far right-wing loose screws. The average Christian is a kind, compassionate person of faith who wishes only the very best for every human life. I know many, many Christians who are like that. Some of them are in my own family.

An honest Christian does his/her best to truly understand the basics of their faith, accepts that science has proven the theory of evolution, realizes that Genesis is an allegory, and would give you the shirt off their back if they thought you needed it. They are among the very best people in the entire human race, and it pains me to see them come on here and try to defend their faith when it's attacked by those of little knowledge and vision.
*ovation*

[QUOTE=Kanabia]*presses 1* :D

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DENIED!!!!

:fluffle: to LP. He didn't leave us for Easter.
Not yet anyway ;) :fluffle:

:fluffle: to LP. He didn't leave us for Easter.
He will rise 3 days later.......
..... or you money back!!!

Not yet anyway ;) :fluffle:

Haha. Oh! Would you wear a bunny suit?

(God loves everyone...except Gay people, and them Moslem folk that come here on boats.)
Fair point that some people say that, but about 90% of the Christians I know maintain that God loves everyone, period. They have Muslim friends... and about 20% of the Christians I know are gay/bi.
Let's not have this turn into yet another Christian bashing thread, yeah? That's sooo old.

He will rise 3 days later.......
..... or you money back!!!

Aww, we gotta wait three days? Some deity...

Haha. Oh! Would you wear a bunny suit?
Probably..... if I had one :(

Fair point that some people say that, but about 90% of the Christians I know maintain that God loves everyone, period. They have Muslim friends... and about 20% of the Christians I know are gay/bi.
Let's not have this turn into yet another Christian bashing thread, yeah? That's sooo old.

I don't mean to bash them unfairly. I have experienced their good and their bad...and some of them deserve what they get. I'll reiterate that I know some good Christians though. But the "bad" is what turned me away from religion altogether.

Probably..... if I had one :(

I'm sorry. Wait here. I have a thread to make.

All too many people on here have this totally warped idea of what constitutes a "Christian." I think it comes from seeing too many televangelists and far right-wing loose screws. The average Christian is a kind, compassionate person of faith who wishes only the very best for every human life. I know many, many Christians who are like that. Some of them are in my own family.

An honest Christian does his/her best to truly understand the basics of their faith, accepts that science has proven the theory of evolution, realizes that Genesis is an allegory, and would give you the shirt off their back if they thought you needed it. They are among the very best people in the entire human race, and it pains me to see them come on here and try to defend their faith when it's attacked by those of little knowledge and vision.

I must agree with you. The vast majority of Christians are decent, upstanding people who are just trying doing their part in the world. Unfortunately, it is human nature to ignore the good things and instead focus on the negetive; militants, fearmongers and bigots, claiming that they are the messangers of God.

People need to understand that these people represent extremism, not true religion, and the mainstream has already denounced them.

Ya know, I made this thread cause I was really curious what people thought but I knew, I knew deep down in my being that in the end it would just be another debate between one group (Christians) and the another group (non). Yet, I was still compelled to do it. Why is that I wonder? As much as I avoid those debates, I still had to do it.
I won't even say who I believe is the most picked on because of the heaps of scorn that would be thrown upon me. Yes, a coward sometimes, but a coward who fesses up.

I'm sorry. Wait here. I have a thread to make.
*waits in expectation*

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DENIED!!!!

Denied? What is denied? Why couldn't you have written, disavowed?

And people ask themselves why Christians aren't more popular. :rolleyes:
And your point is?

And your point is?

Clear.

Ya know, I made this thread cause I was really curious what people thought but I knew, I knew deep down in my being that in the end it would just be another debate between one group (Christians) and the another group (non). Yet, I was still compelled to do it. Why is that I wonder? As much as I avoid those debates, I still had to do it.
I won't even say who I believe is the most picked on because of the heaps of scorn that would be thrown upon me. Yes, a coward sometimes, but a coward who fesses up.
Well, although I no longer consider myself to be a "Christian" in the usual sense of the term, I have seen far too many people who truly struggle to understand their faith and practice it as best they can to be other than sympathetic. So where do I fall in these two groups?

Clear.
Well, forgive me if it's still unclear to me. Would you be so kind as to elucidate for me, please?

Well, although I no longer consider myself to be a "Christian" in the usual sense of the term, I have seen far too many people who truly struggle to understand their faith and practice it as best they can to be other than sympathetic. So where do I fall in these two groups?

Darnit!! Why can't you be simple? Let's say, 63% Christian 37% not, you are required to write something negative about the religion 15% of the time. Does that sound reasonable?

Well, forgive me if it's still unclear to me. Would you be so kind as to eluciate for me, please?

Those who need to get it, got it. Pride is often not apparent to those who are stricken by it.

I went to a Catholic school, and I maintain that many (Not all.) of them deserve what they get. I admire their oft-times selfless altruism, yet on the other hand am awestruck by their complete intolerance and sometimes blatant hypocrisy. (God loves everyone...except Gay people, and them Moslem folk that come here on boats.)
I agree. I feel sorry for those who use their belief system to justify their personal prejudices. It's obvious to me that they have yet to fully understand the basics of their faith. :(

Those who need to get it, got it. Pride is often not apparent to those who are stricken by it.
In other words, you have no idea what you're talking about. That's pretty clear to me.

I change my vote into Eutrusca

In other words, you have no idea what you're talking about. That's pretty clear to me.

Makes perfect sense to me

Darnit!! Why can't you be simple? Let's say, 63% Christian 37% not, you are required to write something negative about the religion 15% of the time. Does that sound reasonable?
Life is often other than simple.

BTW ... there are those on here who maintain that I'm a bit "simple." Just ask CanuckHeaven! :D

In other words, you have no idea what you're talking about. That's pretty clear to me.

Not to flame, Eutrusca, but what is clear to you doesn't impress very many people.

Apparently, I live by the sea.

Apparently, I live by the sea.
WTF? :confused:

Being as everyone and everything is fair game for criticism, I have to say that everyone is unfairly picked on, to an extent. OK, so some of it is true and this (forum) is the place to point that out, but many times people are just basing their criticisms on misinformation. I think that is unfair, it's your job to know what you're talking about before you say anything.

I know this is poorly worded; I hope some of you will get the gist of it. :D

Why is everyone picking on Eutrusca? He only had good things to say!

Life is often other than simple.

BTW ... there are those on here who maintain that I'm a bit "simple." Just ask CanuckHeaven! :D

well, he/she is Canadian so. . .oh crap now a gang of wild Canadian Moose posters will trample me into the ground.

Not to flame, Eutrusca, but what is clear to you doesn't impress very many people.

Eutrusca impresses me.

You sir, have just been PWNED.

Eutrusca impresses me.

You sir, have just been PWNED.

If that's what "pwnage" is, then I am left unimpressed, yet again. Shoo!

Eutrusca impresses me.

You sir, have just been PWNED.

I have been reading PWNED for weeks now. . .WTH does it mean? I understand its intent but what exactly is the acronym?

Eutrusca impresses me.

You sir, have just been PWNED.

He impresses me but for different reasons....

Not to flame, Eutrusca, but what is clear to you doesn't impress very many people.
"Impressing people" is so low on my list of priorities as to be virtually non-existent. I voluntarily trained to be a warrior and that is what I am. I suppose it's in my blood. There are some few whose respect I highly value. Most of them know who they are. As to the rest ... let's just say that the cost of my attempting to gain their "respect" is far too high for me to willingly pay.

Okay Fass, tell me what precisely made you hate religion so?

well, he/she is Canadian so. . .oh crap now a gang of wild Canadian Moose posters will trample me into the ground.
LOL! Nahhh. Most Canadians are good people. Even CanuckHeaven is a good person, we just disagree. :)

I have been reading PWNED for weeks now. . .WTH does it mean? I understand its intent but what exactly is the acronym?

Is a term used to signify complete defeat of one's advarsaries.

Others say it's a typo...

Okay Fass, tell me what precisely made you hate religion so?

What makes you think I hate religion?

I dislike it, yes. What made me dislike it? Religion itself.

LOL! Nahhh. Most Canadians are good people. Even CanuckHeaven is a good person, we just disagree. :)

Oh they're good people alright, but ornry, plain ornry. The last time I commented on something Canadian about five of them simultaniously posted and pounded me into the ground. I have been wary ever since.

I have been reading PWNED for weeks now. . .WTH does it mean? I understand its intent but what exactly is the acronym?
ROFL! I had trouble with that too. Although the origins are unclear, most of those in the know believe that it came from several repetitions of a typo:

"owned" ( as in "I did such a good job of refuting you that I own you!" ) became "pwned" ( the "p" is right next to the "o" on the keyboard ) and it stuck. :)

"Impressing people" is so low on my list of priorities as to be virtually non-existent. I voluntarily trained to be a warrior and that is what I am. I suppose it's in my blood. There are some few whose respect I highly value. Most of them know who they are. As to the rest ... let's just say that the cost of my attempting to gain their "respect" is far too high for me to willingly pay.

There needn't be any attempt by someone to impress for him/her to fail to impress. Off-topic, though, as I was using it in its original meaning in the " to leave a mark, to affect" sort of way.

Is a term used to signify complete defeat of one's advarsaries.

Others say it's a typo...

ah ha!! A chess reference!! Hmm, well now I want more of these "chess references". How about, "You have been CASTLED bud! CASTLED!!" or "Check in four moves loser! heh heh, check in four. . ."

Oh they're good people alright, but ornry, plain ornry. The last time I commented on something Canadian about five of them simultaniously posted and pounded me into the ground. I have been wary ever since.
LOL! Oh. You mean kinda like what happens sometimes to those who attack the US, eh? ;)

I dislike it, yes. What made me dislike it? Religion itself.
Are you talking about religion as an institution or the basic moral beleifs/doctrine they intend to uphold?

ROFL! I had trouble with that too. Although the origins are unclear, most of those in the know believe that it came from several repetitions of a typo:

"owned" ( as in "I did such a good job of refuting you that I own you!" ) became "pwned" ( the "p" is right next to the "o" on the keyboard ) and it stuck. :)

what!? I thought it was a chess reference via Bolol's post. Now I look quite the fool with my chess rant.

Are you talking about religion as an institution or the basic moral beleifs/doctrine they intend to uphold?

A little bit from column A, a little bit from column B.

LOL! Oh. You mean kinda like what happens sometimes to those who attack the US, eh? ;)

The circle of life. . . *Elton John singing in the background*

Israel is the most unfairly picked on. I've seen people on this board accuse Israel of attrocities that never happened, and side with Israel's enemies regardless of what those enemies do. There are usually only a handfull of people who defend Israel when these accusations are made.

Are you talking about religion as an institution or the basic moral beleifs/doctrine they intend to uphold?
I have little use for "organized religion." It tends to become the justification for its own existence, complete with heirarchies, expensive buildings, rules and regulations, and all the other paraphenalia of most large organizations. True belief resides in the human heart and mind and changes individual behavior.

what!? I thought it was a chess reference via Bolol's post. Now I look quite the fool with my chess rant.
:D lol I thought it was too!

The circle of life. . . *Elton John singing in the background*
LOL! Here in North Carolina, you would be referred to as "a hoot." Don't worry, it's a compiment! :D

Israel is the most unfairly picked on. I've seen people on this board accuse Israel of attrocities that never happened, and side with Israel's enemies regardless of what those enemies do. There are usually only a handfull of people who defend Israel when these accusations are made.
I will seldom jump in to defend an Israeli. They do the job quite well themselves! :D

what!? I thought it was a chess reference via Bolol's post. Now I look quite the fool with my chess rant.
No you don't. It was a good guess! :)

I have little use for "organized religion." It tends to become the justification for its own existence, complete with heirarchies, expensive buildings, rules and regulations, and all the other paraphenalia of most large organizations. True belief resides in the human heart and mind and changes individual behavior.
Well said!

LOL! Here in North Carolina, you would be referred to as "a hoot." Don't worry, it's a compiment! :D

Well, I may be from California but my mother's side of the family is all Okie. So, I have been blessed with a large southern vocabulary. I know what a crick (creek) is and also I can say "Shuuuueee! This is funner than a hog killin!" with the best of'em.
However, I am a Yankee at heart and just can't live with succesh!! Forward to Richmond!! Mine eyes have seen the glory. . .

There needn't be any attempt by someone to impress for him/her to fail to impress. Off-topic, though, as I was using it in its original meaning in the " to leave a mark, to affect" sort of way.
( shrug ) I have already "left my mark" by having five children who are wise, kind and loving, and by having seven ( so far ) grandchildren who will most likely be the same. :)

Israel is the most unfairly picked on. I've seen people on this board accuse Israel of attrocities that never happened, and side with Israel's enemies regardless of what those enemies do. There are usually only a handfull of people who defend Israel when these accusations are made.
It's probably because most people don't know what really happened. Unless you know what you're talking about, it's hard to defend something.

( shrug ) I have already "left my mark" by having five children who are wise, kind and loving, and by having seven ( so far ) grandchildren who will most likely be the same. :)

Yes, breeding is quite the unique accomplishment.

Well, I may be from California but my mother's side of the family is all Okie. So, I have been blessed with a large southern vocabulary. I know what a crick (creek) is and also I can say "Shuuuueee! This is funner than a hog killin!" with the best of'em.
However, I am a Yankee at heart and just can't live with succesh!! Forward to Richmond!! Mine eyes have seen the glory. . .
ROFLMAO! I rest my case! :D

Yes, breeding is quite the unique accomplishment.
I think he's refering to raising the kids up right.

Israel is the most unfairly picked on. I've seen people on this board accuse Israel of attrocities that never happened, and side with Israel's enemies regardless of what those enemies do. There are usually only a handfull of people who defend Israel when these accusations are made.

I stand with Isreal. I just haven't seen too many threads about them, bad timing I guess.

Yes, breeding is quite the unique accomplishment.
It ain't the breedin', although that's fun, it's the raisin' that's the real job. :)

I think he's refering to raising the kids up right.

Now, there's an arbitrary thing to think about.

( shrug ) I have already "left my mark" by having five children who are wise, kind and loving, and by having seven ( so far ) grandchildren who will most likely be the same. :)

Five kids and seven grandkids? Big family. Bet it's a riot at the New Year's Party!

It ain't the breedin', although that's fun, it's the raisin' that's the real job. :)

Let's hope for your children you've done it better than I expect. Let's hope so for all children, everywhere.

Now, there's an arbitrary thing to think about.
It must be really sad to be so cynical at such an early age. And just think ... my ancestry is primarily Swedish! Tsk! ;)

Let's hope for your children you've done it better than I expect. Let's hope so for all children, everywhere.
Hey man, what's your problem?! If you can't stand the heat, stop posting! No one is intersted in hearing you slam Eutrusca for no reason.

I voted "you" as in you.

Hey man, what's your problem?! If you can't stand the heat, stop posting! No one is intersted in hearing you slam Eutrusca for no reason.

I agree completely. What began as a disagreement turned into nothing but insults. Not much point to them. Maybe you are having a bad day Fass?

I voted "you" as in you.

ME!? I am the most picked on person on these threads? Now I am going to become completely paranoid. I am already convinced I am a thread killer for the most part.

I agree completely. What began as a disagreement turned into nothing but insults. Not much point to them. Maybe you are having a bad day Fass?

Fass is always having a "bad day".

http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=8524884&postcount=799

In a movie
I searched for a missing body part
Good thing it's not reality
Because I do hav a heart! :)

I agree completely. What began as a disagreement turned into nothing but insults. Not much point to them. Maybe you are having a bad day Fass?

You're right. I'm a bit pissy, today. I should not have made a comment about his children, even though he pulled them into this. I regret that.

Let's hope for your children you've done it better than I expect. Let's hope so for all children, everywhere.
Children, and their protection and development into responsible, thinking adults, is pretty much what I'm all about now. If you can persuade yourself to trust me just a bit, trust me when I say that all five of mine are kind, responsible, and wise adults now. I can't take all of the credit obviously ( my ex is a beautiful human being, and a [ gasp ] Christian! ), but they periodically come back and thank me for having been their father. :)

Fass is always having a "bad day".

ah, well, shikatanai, it can't be helped.

http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=8524884&postcount=799

In a movie
I searched for a missing body part
Good thing it's not reality
Because I do hav a heart! :)
And such a lovely container for it, I might add! :D

You're right. I'm a bit pissy, today. I should not have made a comment about his children, even though he pulled them into this. I regret that.

Well, can't speak for Eutrusca but, okie doke.

You're right. I'm a bit pissy, today. I should not have made a comment about his children, even though he pulled them into this. I regret that.
No biggie, Fass. Don't worry about it. I know you meant well. :fluffle:

ME!? I am the most picked on person on these threads? Now I am going to become completely paranoid. I am already convinced I am a thread killer for the most part.
o sorry nothing personal, i mean you as in y'all like all of yall including me

It must be really sad to be so cynical at such an early age.

It must be really sad to think your age is of importance, especially since it doesn't help you in mislabeling cynicism.

And just think ...my ancestry is primarily Swedish! Tsk! ;)

Just goes to show that pedigree is not all that important.

o sorry nothing personal, i mean you as in y'all like all of yall including me

Shoot, iffin that's what ya meant by, ya'all then I reckon its okay. No offense taken at all. Paranoia still with me.

ME!? I am the most picked on person on these threads? Now I am going to become completely paranoid. I am already convinced I am a thread killer for the most part.
Look at what you've created thread killer! *ducks beer bottle aimed at head*

(J/K ;) )

Five kids and seven grandkids? Big family. Bet it's a riot at the New Year's Party!
LOL! Any time we get together is a "riot!" They all have a great sense of humor and sometimes we laugh so hard it's difficult to breathe! :D

Children, and their protection and development into responsible, thinking adults, is pretty much what I'm all about now. If you can persuade yourself to trust me just a bit, trust me when I say that all five of mine are kind, responsible, and wise adults now. I can't take all of the credit obviously ( my ex is a beautiful human being, and a [ gasp ] Christian! ), but they periodically come back and thank me for having been their father. :)

I have no doubt that your children are wonderfully adjusted to their settings, or that you have done anything but the utmost to make sure of that.

I'm quite please with my baby, look at'er purrrrrrrrr. That's a 12 cylinder under the thread. . .let me just adjust this belt hereeeeeeeee.....aaaaaaa.....oh god my haaaannd!!!!!

No biggie, Fass. Don't worry about it. I know you meant well. :fluffle:

Aww, shucks, you know I'm a fluffle whore. :fluffle:

I voted other, I'm trying to work out an amalgamation of several of these, so far I have the US, the French, right wingers and left wingers.

It must be really sad to think your age is of importance, especially since it doesn't help you in mislabeling cynicism.

Just goes to show that pedigree is not all that important.
LOL! My age is important only to me, my friend. I can sometimes feel the icy breath of Father Time on the back of my neck. I honestly don't know if there's a heaven, or whether they let old soldiers in if there is one, but I pray there ain't no hell 'cause I been baddd sometimes. :)

I voted other, I'm trying to work out an amalgamation of several of these, so far I have the US, the French, right wingers and left wingers.
ROFL! Why not just say "Everyone on here gets PWNED sometimes" and let it go at that! :D

I just checked the poll, that many people think the French are the most picked on!? Why would they think the cheese eating surrender monkies are picked on?

I just checked the poll, that many people think the French are the most picked on!? Why would they think the cheese eating surrender monkies are picked on?
LOL! Um ... don't have an answer to that one! :D

I think I'll stuff Christians and atheists into the group I have previously outlined as well.

Aww, shucks, you know I'm a fluffle whore. :fluffle:
ROFLMAO! It's all good! :D

I just checked the poll, that many people think the French are the most picked on!? Why would they think the cheese eating surrender monkies are picked on?
Heh,Heh,Heh...Devil's advocate,you!

LOL! My age is important only to me, my friend. I can sometimes feel the icy breath of Father Time on the back of my neck. I honestly don't know if there's a heaven, or whether they let old soldiers in if there is one, but I pray there ain't no hell 'cause I been baddd sometimes. :)

I sincerely hope that we all end up in a good place, even if I should think oblivion is not all that bad ;)

I sincerely hope that we all end up in a good place, even if I should think oblivion is not all that bad ;)

Oblivion? Isn't that the place with those little drinks with the umbrellas in them?

I sincerely hope that we all end up in a good place, even if I should think oblivion is not all that bad ;)
I'd be willing to bet God sticks all NSers in Purgatory, just to watch us bicker. :D

I'd be willing to bet God sticks all NSers in Purgatory, just to watch us bicker. :D
Soo...creul...can't...take...much...more...

I'd be willing to bet God sticks all NSers in Purgatory, just to watch us bicker. :D

Don't know about God or other mystical figures, but I'd certainly watch that inbetween jousts.

well, it is two o'clock here in Nippon. My wife is still playing a videogame on my cell phone and I am become increasingly tired. Yet, I can't let go. . .a successful thread is so rewarding. God, what have I become?

Oyasumi nasai ya'all. (goodnight)

Oblivion? Isn't that the place with those little drinks with the umbrellas in them?

No, that's heaven (http://www.viewlondon.co.uk/review_1853.html) :D

20 for the French now. 20!! I think they are voting multiple times, like those Democrats in King county Washington.

I sincerely hope that we all end up in a good place, even if I should think oblivion is not all that bad ;)
At the very least, dying is going to be the ultimate trip, eh? Speculate all we want on what the "other side" might be like, or whether there really is one or not, but sooner or later we'll all find out. The trick is to view dying as just another step in life. My personal inclination is to lean a bit toward reincarnation, or at least some sort of continuing existence. It seems to be a law of the universe that nothing ever really goes away, so what about all of the memories, expeirences, personality, etc. that make up who we are? Does that just "go away?"

Tell you what ... since I'll probably find out before most of you on here, once I "get there" ( if there is a "there" ) I'll send back a sitrep. ( Sitrep = Situation Report, a military term ). Fair? :D

I'd be willing to bet God sticks all NSers in Purgatory, just to watch us bicker. :D
LOL! That wouldn't be "purgatory!" For most NSers, that would be heaven! :D

well, it is two o'clock here in Nippon. My wife is still playing a videogame on my cell phone and I am become increasingly tired. Yet, I can't let go. . .a successful thread is so rewarding. God, what have I become?

Oyasumi nasai ya'all. (goodnight)
G'nite, 31. Thanks for the interesting thread! :)

Tell you what ... since I'll probably find out before most of you on here, once I "get there" ( if there is a "there" ) I'll send back a sitrep. ( Sitrep = Situation Report, a military term ). Fair? :D

I promise to fire up the old ouija-board once in a while!

I promise to fire up the old ouija-board once in a while!
LOL! Kewl! :D

In general I think Christians, but at the same time I know that some say/do some really unhelpful things, so I understand why. I just think alot of the time they're all lumped into one category and picked on as a whole, when in reality it's only a small percentage of them (or people pretending to be them) who do/say these things.

The problem is that the ones who get the criticism are the ones who get all the press. There was pretty much only one Baptist denomination that was in favor of the war in Iraq, yet the news feed would have you believe that the consensus among the religous elite of all Christian branches was "yea war."

If they manage to shut all the other branches out of the limelight then it's only fair that they're the only ones who get the rotten fruit thrown at them.

Gutless Left-wingers?

We're not gutless, we're EVIL :mad: ! Bwaahahaaa!

Your thread unfairly picks on us -- we're telling. :D