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Oct 25, 2018Oct 2018

Posted by FrayedBear

Fred Nile MLC New South Wales upper house parliamentarian in his usual God bothering manner wishes to enact definition of foetal human existence as a legal entity. The wimmin and their supporters are claiming this is a breach of women rights. ...

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Jan 22, 2018Jan 2018

Posted by MyLiege

Has anyone experienced corporal punishment in the school setting?

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Feb 2, 2018Feb 2018

Posted by Myah

I did not know that the only reason birth control is not available over the counter is because no company has ever applied to sell it over the counter. I always get confused when people say birth control access is so easy because that has not been ...

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Aug 21, 2018Aug 2018

Posted by NerdforHumanity

It's nice having a family that accepts that I don't have beliefs. More families should be more accommodating to differing perspectives.

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Feb 25, 2019Feb 2019

Posted by HippieChick58

LINKPediatrician exposes suicide tips hidden in videos on YouTube and YouTube Kids | News | omaha.com

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Mar 18, 2018Mar 2018

Posted by JoelLovell

Birth order as a predictor or personality and behavior 1 High academic achievers 2.3x more likely to be first born. (Compared to last) 2 First born more likely to uphold status quo 3 Later born children more likely to smoke, rebel, take risks,...

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Jul 1, 2018Jul 2018

Posted by TimothyIII

How do you feel about this one? We see all sorts of multiple standards, particularly when females are the object of the "rules". How many schools in the US, including 'christian' schools are there whose cheerleaders costumes comply with the dress ...

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Jul 12, 2020Jul 2020

Posted by Dana1199

should Parents be punished for the misdeeds of their children.if parents are responsible for the upbringing of their children, Does every misdoing mean parents are at fault in raising their children?Does being underage make a person less guilty, even...

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Oct 5, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by smilnjan

How to let your children find their own way?

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Jan 21, 2019Jan 2019

Posted by James00346

This boy was raised right.

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Oct 2, 2023Oct 2023

Posted by 1patriot

The Dangers of Education - Mikki Willis and Dr. Mark McDonald Mikki Willis interviews Dr. Mark McDonald on schools, Critical Race Theory (CRT), gender ideology and indoctrination in our education system.

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Aug 5, 2018Aug 2018

Posted by BeeHappy

Parenting...

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Feb 14, 2019Feb 2019

Posted by DiThor

What an absolute fxxxed up week and last couple of days. Two of my best students handcuffed and led out of our classroom. Just killed me to see them cuffed. Some Valentine’s Day...sort of feels like a massacre.

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Mar 16Mar 16

Posted by worklooper69

Worklooper stands out as a prominent Game Development Companies in India, celebrated for its creation of immersive and inventive gaming encounters through the expertise of a committed team comprising skilled developers and designers. Utilizing ...

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Nov 19, 2018Nov 2018

Posted by GipsyOfNewSpain

Is Up to the Parents... Not to Big Pharma

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Sep 3, 2018Sep 2018

Posted by Rosiebanana

My mother who was atheist converted to Islam and moved to the middle east over 20 years ago. Haven't seen her since but I talk to her occasionally. Her husband recently died and she had a mini stroke so the country she's living in (Oman) is kicking...

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Mar 5, 2019Mar 2019

Posted by Lincster45

POLLIt was almost a decade ago, June 12, 2009, that Tylar Witt and Steven Colver murdered Tylar's mother Joanne. It hit me hard, I knew them both, I first met Joanne in 2000, we were friends, Joanne and Tylar had visited us at our home in Camas, ...

3 votes Immediately call 911
0 votes Threaten to call 911
0 votes Throw Steven out and threaten to call 911
2 votes Realize Tylar was sexualy active, and give her the best advice and protection possible?

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Dec 9, 2022Dec 2022

Posted by Katie454

A Good Father is a Source of Inspiration & Self-restraint. A Good Mother is the Root of Kindness & Humbleness

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Apr 16, 2018Apr 2018

Posted by 5082gregory

I am thinking about sponsoring a child in the "Save the children" foundation. Not now but in about 2 months when I get more out of debt. Does anybody sponser a kid and how much is it a kid?

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Apr 12, 2019Apr 2019

Posted by Madinina

LINKDo you think that Texas will succeed in passing anti abortion legislation?

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Sep 26, 2019Sep 2019

Posted by livesz

I wanna New friends

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Feb 13, 2018Feb 2018

Posted by Humanlove

Are you proud of your parents? If yes,what factors do you think made them special to you than just giving birth to you? Who do you value most papa or mama? Why do you think the one you prefer was/is better? How did they impact your future? Do you ...

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Jan 30Jan 30

Posted by adamrsweet

Good morning, everyone! ☕ Time to brew some happiness and spread joy. Have a fantastic day! MorningCoffee SpreadJoy

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Oct 26, 2019Oct 2019

Posted by Rachelscm

less than twenty points to level five that's good

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Feb 21, 2018Feb 2018

Posted by Millie

What's your thought on disciplining children?

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Nov 25, 2018Nov 2018

Posted by bigpawbullets

So, we've been home a week. House is gradually getting back to its normal state of disarray. Thanksgiving eating frenzy over. Our good neighbor sends me an Instant Message asking to meet me out in front of our houses. So, I wander out front and ...

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Sep 30, 2021Sep 2021

Posted by tinkercreek

So incredibly proud of my amazing grandson - Corben (age 6) received the Principal's Award for being such a helpful and caring member of his community during Lockdown! ...backstory: realizing it was their last 48 hrs of lockdown, Mum asked him what ...

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Jul 16, 2019Jul 2019

Posted by Tomfoolery33

LINKElementary-School Curriculum Is All Wrong - The Atlantic

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Sep 20, 2018Sep 2018

Posted by Sheannutt

Why is it that when ?

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Apr 25, 2018Apr 2018

Posted by CandyWorner

In the 80’s I made wedding dresses. These are two of my daughters in my brother-in-laws wedding. People took pictures like crazy, sent me notes, and one lady did an oil painting of them! They were fun dresses to make. The material was moire ...

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Oct 10, 2018Oct 2018

Posted by Annaise

Whether to have my dogs put down humanely , or have them die in the cargo hold of a plane which they are much too old to survive.

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May 1, 2018May 2018

Posted by Sapio_Ink

LINKGodless Kids and Altruism

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Feb 23, 2018Feb 2018

Posted by Dogpound9

Are there some of you who have had to sever relationships with overly religious family members? Have you been on the opposite end? In other words, have you been ostracized from family due to atheistic beliefs?

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Mar 10, 2018Mar 2018

Posted by BeeHappy

This should give you a smile!

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Sep 13, 2018Sep 2018

Posted by ErebusVincent

How can I help my brother?

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Oct 19, 2018Oct 2018

Posted by Banreligion

Are there more members here who follow the Childfree way of living (which obviously also means Pet-free)?

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Mar 15, 2020Mar 2020

Posted by twill

Nice day, no virus here! The next month with no school is gonna allow us to get a LOT of work done

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Jan 10, 2018Jan 2018

Posted by 1planet2share

PP

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Oct 5, 2019Oct 2019

Posted by vjohnson51

And the award for one of the most creepiest, weirdest, cruel parents goes to Gwen and her husband. I watched one of her YT videos and it was the most disturbing YT video I have ever seen in my entire life. I would highly recommend never ...

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Jun 14, 2018Jun 2018

Posted by Graynotgrey

I have seen a number of ads and promotions leading up to this Fathers' Day weekend for the 23andme and AncestryDNA kits as gifts. Take it from me that they can work and have unpredictable results. This time last year my half-sister found me on ...

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Apr 6, 2018Apr 2018

Posted by GlyndonD

Do you think that exposing children to fantasy movies and books conditions their mind into accepting that magic, spirits, and gods can exist in our world?

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Apr 12, 2018Apr 2018

Posted by Echointime

What do you do when your ex.tells our children that your dad is a loser doesn't take care of you very good . When she was the one that cheated and caused the break up.

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Apr 28, 2018Apr 2018

Posted by Starletlive

I'm asking a question posed to me by my 12 year old as I am interested to read the responses, "why is doing good and being kind to others important if there isn't a heaven or a god?"

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Jan 14, 2018Jan 2018

Posted by AmiSue

Who else here has raised their children atheist from the start? Has anyone reverted to the default and raised them in your family or spouses religion and why?

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Jan 23, 2018Jan 2018

Posted by DelilahJones33

I love this

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May 26, 2018May 2018

Posted by Elusia8

How many out there have had family members fall into a paranoid state brought on by the “targeted individual” conspiracy theory and books by Michael Bell? My sister and mother are completely consumed by this and unable to have a normal ...

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Apr 19, 2020Apr 2020

Posted by OldHippieAtHeart

Need Help Finding Atheist Home School

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May 30, 2018May 2018

Posted by Flettie

There was always one at school...

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Feb 18, 2019Feb 2019

Posted by toxdoc

So a public school teacher prayed over my 16 yo autistic atheist son to help him with his issues..... Awe hell no. Engel vs. Vitale (1962 Supreme Court ruling) was cited in my response letter to admin.

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Nov 22, 2018Nov 2018

Posted by Chaosxtheory42

Having a stressful week.

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Oct 5, 2018Oct 2018

Posted by Della

Today was the day I looked forward to & the day I dreaded. Today my daughter & her 3 kids moved out from home to start a new life with her boyfriend in the Portland area. I want her to be on her own & live life. Who knows? They could be back in a ...

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Recovery: Achieving The Life You Want Or The Life You Lost

Apr 22, 2018Apr 2018

Posted by ashortbeauty

Something people forget to give those of us who've overcome xyz...Respect. So mad respect to every one of you for succeeding in today's struggle

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Apr 24, 2018Apr 2018

Posted by BeeHappy

WE ARE FAMILY!!! We have become somewhat like a family here wouldn't you agree? We have our disputes and little fusses, but that's family. We have shared pictures of ourselves at different ages from childhood to adulthood. We have shared pictures of...

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Oct 23, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by MatthewFrechette

Hello, I just signed up and am excited to join the group. I do need to start off with a question. We have 4 children ages from 8 to 13. I have always been envious of the community most churches are able to create. Would anyone have any suggestions on...

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Feb 25, 2019Feb 2019

Posted by zblaze

LINKDrag queen story hour in America's Bible Belt - BBC News

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Sep 14, 2018Sep 2018

Posted by AmiSue

You give them all your love, teach them everything, give them music, culture.... Then they go see Childish Gambino without you?! My girl has friends. How annoying :(

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Sep 19, 2018Sep 2018

Posted by ErebusVincent

Cutasarus. Rex. Percival Maximilian. Kisses.

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Apr 8, 2018Apr 2018

Posted by msar0414

Do you raise your kids atheist?

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Nov 26, 2017Nov 2017

Posted by sassygirl3869

Does anyone else know they don't want to be buried in their family plot?. I had/have a dysfunctional relationship with my parents, and my aunt. Do I want to physically be put in the ground with people who didn't accept me for who I was/am? If I ...

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Jan 20, 2019Jan 2019

Posted by RekabSirhc

Just wanted to share a photo of my kids!

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May 18, 2018May 2018

Posted by GoldenDoll

Well Meghan has really pissed me off now. Prince Charles to lead her up the aisle to "give her away"? And she wanted that? Idiot. What a wasted chance for feminism and ethnic diversity - why the hell isn't her mother leading her up the aisle? (I...

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Aug 9, 2018Aug 2018

Posted by Mightylady

What your parents do

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Dec 19, 2020Dec 2020

Posted by UpsideDownAgain

What would you do?

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Mar 22, 2018Mar 2018

Posted by MayRebel

Today I packed up the few things I have of my parents things. I'll be giving them back on Sunday when they're in church. I didn't think I'd be so hard. The realization of me not having my adopted family now hit hard. Hope everyone's night is going ...

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Apr 11, 2018Apr 2018

Posted by Catalaya22

I know I'm not the only person that has trouble with family members that don't accept me but sometimes it's really hard to listen as they talk bad about my religion(or lack thereof) and my sexuality, is there anyone that has any tricks or advice to ...

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Jan 14, 2019Jan 2019

Posted by HippieChick58

LINKGirl singing to dying cat touches hearts - SHINE

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Nov 17, 2017Nov 2017

Posted by Sammad95

I have to say that I feel incredibly lucky to not only have parents who didn't freak out when I said I was an atheist, but who, over time, listened to my thoughts and have themselves become agnostic in the process. When you become part of the atheist...

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May 5, 2019May 2019

Posted by GregM

I am with my family for the weekend, for my younger brother's graduation. Today they planed to go out to eat to celebrate after church. I'm the only atheist in my family, and when I asked them what time church was over so I could meet them at the ...

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Jul 2, 2018Jul 2018

Posted by GipsyOfNewSpain

We are all different... not equal. I always had that opinion of babies. 2 non related babies born within a month of each other, 10 and 9 months. the older started walking, don't talk, cries a lot, always crying for his mom, don't like pool water or ...

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Nov 10, 2017Nov 2017

Posted by Sir-Roger

Nothing in particular on my mind, just a bit surprised to find this site but glad to have done so. I'll find it interesting to hear what thoughts other folk might have. My wife is strongly religious and is always telling me that I will face my maker ...

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Dec 8, 2017Dec 2017

Posted by KKGator

Yesterday, while helping my great-nephew (aged 9) with homework, I ran across a "10 Commandments" worksheet. I asked him if he was studying this in school, or in Scouts? He told me "Scouts" (which I have my own opinions about, but keep to myself). ...

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Jun 16, 2021Jun 2021

Posted by Ryo1

How much parental pressure did you have to tolerate when you were growing up? If you are a parent yourself now, are you putting on your own child the same kind of pressure you suffered from your parents? far too often, parents put their children to...

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Jan 18, 2018Jan 2018

Posted by PeterJohn

I wish my Prime Minister of New Zealand Jacinda Ardern the best of wishes for her future, she is going to have a child in June of this year.but will resume her full duties 6 weeks after the birth while her partner takes care of the baby.

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Apr 20, 2020Apr 2020

Posted by Automaton73

Raising your children without religious influence

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Mar 9, 2018Mar 2018

Posted by Eazyduzzit

I just found out that my daughters step-niece Madeline who is 14, tried to commit suicide by taking a handful of pills. I've met the girl; she's sweet, but a little different from other girls her age. She's not popular, wears braces and a little odd ...

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Aug 31, 2018Aug 2018

Posted by Paddyola

Hi all..I haven't been on at all..I was having bad alcohol issues, then not long afterwards my sister(1979-2018) died(through alcohol..and she died alone), leaving behind 5 children(mostly young adults), one grandchild and one recently born ...

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Dec 4, 2018Dec 2018

Posted by chalupacabre

LINKMother Allegedly Shoots Son After He Pulls Out Samurai Sword During Argument

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Dec 8, 2018Dec 2018

Posted by Spongebob

Money in relationships

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Apr 2, 2018Apr 2018

Posted by AlbanyArts

At dinner last night, my Christian friend was deeply worried that her agnostic mother was getting older without having a faith entity to believe in, so that her mom wouldn't be alone. I did not say anything at the time, but will in the future in a...

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Apr 14, 2018Apr 2018

Posted by delilah

Is a married human being happier than unmarried one?

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Jul 10, 2018Jul 2018

Posted by VelociraptorRemy

Advice for parenting a first born teen?? So....much.....drama.

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Jul 22, 2018Jul 2018

Posted by leighdon78

Anybody know the laws on teaching creationism in Australian schools? I had a prep interview at Genesis Christian College for my daughter. They asked how I felt about my daughter being taught religious studies. I jokingly said ‘as long as you’re...

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Dec 22, 2017Dec 2017

Posted by rbkrueger9677

Why is it necessary to perpetrate the annual Santa Claus fraud on innocent little children every December? What do they gain in the long run?

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Jan 18, 2018Jan 2018

Posted by deetee57

I am tired of seeing church controlled organisations, such as Aged care, Community services, Disability services and Foster care services in Australia. The standards of care are appalling and the churches are making big profits tax free. I would ...

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Feb 2, 2019Feb 2019

Posted by Cutiebeauty

At what age does a baby develope a personality? I've heard it's between birth and three years old... But I've always thought babies were born with a personality... This makes more sense to me.... What do you think?

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Aug 10, 2018Aug 2018

Posted by Josephine

Got my divorce papers today. After reading what my ex had to say about me I'm glad I didn't agree to pay half of the costs! What really hurt me was what he said I did in front of our children, it's verging on saying I assaulted him in front of them ...

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Feb 20, 2018Feb 2018

Posted by ashortbeauty

POLLDo/did you teach your children about religions? Do you skip the subject at all? Or do you prefer to throw the stories in with other fairy tales? This is all age appropriate, of course.

2 votes Share stories that can be beneficial.
4 votes Keep the stories out of their lives.
11 votes Share everything and let them decide.

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Aug 25, 2022Aug 2022

Posted by FvckY0u

Cassville, Mo. School District reinstates corporal punishment option for students, parents react to decision But only if parents opt in. That's good. I mean lets only abuse the children whose parents agree it's a good thing and leave ...

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Nov 18, 2018Nov 2018

Posted by janniegirl

Excited for Xmas!

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Nov 26, 2018Nov 2018

Posted by Twisted185

POLLWhat's your stance on Roe vs Wade?

0 votes Pro-birther all the way! SAVE THE BABIES!
69 votes Pro-choice means it's none of my business what a woman does with her body.

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Oct 11, 2018Oct 2018

Posted by Tominator

I remember being invincible when I was a teenager, apparently that trait was not passed on. I was mountain biking with my high school age son a while back and we got lost and ended up on the black trail, which more properly should have been called ...

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Nov 8, 2017Nov 2017

Posted by Alliegirl

For the people who have children, did you raise them not to believe? Are they now atheist? For awhile as I was still trying to make sense of my own questions and beliefs I half heartedly tried to turn them onto the Christian Church. Thankfully it ...

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Dec 25, 2017Dec 2017

Posted by silvereyes

What does December 25th look like for you this year?

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May 11, 2018May 2018

Posted by AnandaKhan

Do you believe in God? - I have been asked by a closed one. I just talked with my younger brother early in the morning. I am here in Midwest harnessing everything to live my American dream, but my sweet little brother is in Dhaka, one of the most ...

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Oct 16, 2019Oct 2019

Posted by bigpawbullets

Cloudy, windy, rainy, coldy.... <coldy?> today. Linda got a call from a girl-scout leader about teaching sewing to the girl scouts. So, she is making up the first lesson project and some visual aids about different stiches. "So, i guess you're ...

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May 23, 2018May 2018

Posted by cassiesue87

Atheists/Non-Believers with Kids- How do you deal with family members trying to shove their beliefs on your children? We are in deep South & bible-belt.

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