Perhaps atheists need religion to exist to justify their position.

Eric_in_bham comments on May 5, 2019:

Lol I wish I didn't have to be an atheist, if that's your idea. There wouldn't be any debate on whats real or rational. Everyone would just acknowledge reality for what it is, and have a lot less reason to fight or disagree.

BBJong replies on Jun 1, 2019:

Yes,no reason or need to "chase our own tail"

Perhaps atheists need religion to exist to justify their position.

Fernapple comments on May 6, 2019:

It is like the old position expressed by the doctor who specialized in treating infectious diseases, who said that. "There is nothing I would like better than to be out of work."

BBJong replies on Jun 1, 2019:

Yep-on to relavant pressing issues.

Perhaps atheists need religion to exist to justify their position.

1of5 comments on May 6, 2019:

Only in the sense that we'd be called people, instead of atheists, if religion didn't exist.

BBJong replies on Jun 1, 2019:

SWEET; Thank you🗺

Religion isn’t something designed by an oppressor class to “control the masses.

David1955 comments on Jun 1, 2019:

Do you really believe this post, or are you playing devil's advocate? It comes across as back-handed support of religion. I have always felt that anything that explains, justifies, excuses or validates religion, even if one rejects it, makes it stronger. Like Captain Kirk standing up to ...

BBJong replies on Jun 1, 2019:

...I concure-i read labels before buying a product-critical of information! Religions are killing over what hats to wear-"gangs" DO TOO-; Lessening free thought about hats(nice one, by the way); which are necessary on occasion!!!

Religion isn’t something designed by an oppressor class to “control the masses.

Moravian comments on May 31, 2019:

Evolution does not "design" anything either directly or indirectly. Certainly religion has evolved and has been beneficial, in helping to create a community spirit and in the case of Islam, conquering much of North Africa and Europe. If that is seen as a benefit. It also kept much of western Europe ...

BBJong replies on Jun 1, 2019:

INDEED

Religion isn’t something designed by an oppressor class to “control the masses.

bleurowz comments on May 31, 2019:

Religion has its place in history but it hasn't evolved. Instead of being something that wants to help humanity, it has become something that wants to control it.

BBJong replies on Jun 1, 2019:

I agree,earlier forms sought to unite cultures with guide lines (and to bolster human civility)-this turned to brain washing.Cultures that didn't submit/or fit are actively attacked- this closed minded drive to dominate human thought is not beneficial to society. Today's science advancements requires a strong moral compass- not a pre packaged set of "laws".We are evolving-religions are playing catch up to REALITY,and in some cases

I have a washer/dryer at my cabin that I've been using for 8 years.

AnonySchmoose comments on May 27, 2019:

My new computerized washer got zapped by electric current irregularities. I called a very good appliance repairman to take a look at it. He told me the highly computerized ones get their motherboards fried all the time in areas where electric current isn't very stable! He advised me to get a very ...

BBJong replies on May 27, 2019:

I find I need a surg protector,as our electrical grid deterorates.

Rick Santorum: Separation Of Church And State A Communist Idea, Not An American One

KKGator comments on Apr 16, 2019:

Thomas Jefferson was pretty damned clear about where he stood on the issue. So was Benjamin Franklin. Santorum likes to cherry-pick the things he'll use to support his religious beliefs. He will also use whatever he wants to support his political beliefs, as well.

BBJong replies on May 27, 2019:

How true ; worryingly like the emperor on the throne-buy ,spin,or bury news.

Rick Santorum: Separation Of Church And State A Communist Idea, Not An American One

Sgt_Spanky comments on Apr 16, 2019:

An idea put forth by the Founding Fathers and seen fit for inclusion in the Constitution is un-American?? How does *that* work?

BBJong replies on May 27, 2019:

So they like "SPINNING THE TRUTH"what is evil is thier motive.They are powerfull enough to buy news.

Rick Santorum: Separation Of Church And State A Communist Idea, Not An American One

zesty comments on Apr 16, 2019:

No, it is not. Even the communists had some good ideas, one of these was the total annihilation of organized religion. They did not separate it!

BBJong replies on May 27, 2019:

Agree ,a very necessary distinction.

Rick Santorum: Separation Of Church And State A Communist Idea, Not An American One

JacarC comments on Apr 17, 2019:

Mental illness, and profound ignorance. The foundations of fascism.

BBJong replies on May 27, 2019:

@snytiger6 I do so like your definitions.There is a remedy to "not knowing"-there is none for not wanting to know!!!

Rick Santorum: Separation Of Church And State A Communist Idea, Not An American One

Kojaksmom comments on Apr 21, 2019:

In my opinion The ultimate goal of most Christians in the u.s is installing a theocracy. The god dude will not bless our nation until all of inhabitans worship Christianity.

BBJong replies on May 27, 2019:

Yes, I agree -thats their goal.Not voting for social benefits but theo-domination.

I don't have anything to prove to anybody, which is a lovely place to be! Anyone else feel this ...

BBJong comments on May 27, 2019:

Agree,-for one thing ,you must know yourself well enough to know what you stand for. Having to prove that to folks is exhausting and belittling.How can you possibly prove your convictions to some? The threshold for exceptance is almost always undefined & in flux.I think bullies use this...

BBJong replies on May 27, 2019:

@sassygirl3869 Yep~can sorta bring tears to my eyes...

I don't have anything to prove to anybody, which is a lovely place to be! Anyone else feel this ...

BBJong comments on May 27, 2019:

Agree,-for one thing ,you must know yourself well enough to know what you stand for. Having to prove that to folks is exhausting and belittling.How can you possibly prove your convictions to some? The threshold for exceptance is almost always undefined & in flux.I think bullies use this...

BBJong replies on May 27, 2019:

P.S. Reminds me of song by ARGENT-"Hold Your Head High"

Using a scale 1 to 10 What do you like more-Life or Reality ?

Heraclitus comments on May 18, 2019:

Do you consider life to be a fantasy? And death reality?

BBJong replies on May 20, 2019:

No, I live my life to the fullest extent; Reality is the boundries(framework)that shapes all reasoning people. Thanks

Using a scale 1 to 10 What do you like more-Life or Reality ?

Cutiebeauty comments on May 18, 2019:

While I have life, I live in reality... When life ends, reality ends for me... I prefer life...

BBJong replies on May 20, 2019:

I understand.

Using a scale 1 to 10 What do you like more-Life or Reality ?

bobwjr comments on May 18, 2019:

Reality

BBJong replies on May 20, 2019:

Yeah-hard to define; But you can count on reality! Thanks

Using a scale 1 to 10 What do you like more-Life or Reality ?

Marionville comments on May 18, 2019:

Don’t understand the question. My life is reality!

BBJong replies on May 18, 2019:

Reality can be shared across the globe:as in an event.It would have universally the same definition. For each person the event is viewed through the lens of thier life.(experiences and insights).I humbly summit you can change one AND not the other-reality. Like the moon walk. Did happen(reality) in my lifetimebut I cant change said event! Thanks

Using a scale 1 to 10 What do you like more-Life or Reality ?

SiouxcitySue comments on May 18, 2019:

For me, they are one and the same. My life Is my reality. How do you think they are separate?

BBJong replies on May 18, 2019:

Wow, I know its snowing in Antarctica ~yet I wear shorts tomorrow. I can and do strive to alter my life (for the better) ; reality will continue after I'm gone.

Republicans say their goal is to stop abortions. Their policies say otherwise. – ThinkProgress

VictoriaNotes comments on May 18, 2019:

You might find this link interesting. Take special note of two sections in the article. *"What Are Conservative Moral Values?"* & *"The Conservative Moral Hierarchy"* This may help explain (at least in part) why so many conservative Christians support Trump. ...

BBJong replies on May 18, 2019:

Thanx ,as a person tries to live with society's benifit at the forefront, the article puts in focus the issues faced in today's political climate.

What could possibly go wrong? [kare11.com]

bobwjr comments on May 15, 2019:

Trolling(fishing) for gold diggers

BBJong replies on May 18, 2019:

@Deiter that's good!(that's rich) that's lazy( that's a mis-match)THATS FUNNY on a big scale!

What could possibly go wrong? [kare11.com]

GwenBFree comments on May 15, 2019:

Why do some people think money is what is important? I have a very rich friend who is really nice and has asked me to be his partner and said he would take care of me, but I can’t do that for so many reasons. Although on really bad work days I question whether or not I could find a way to be ...

BBJong replies on May 18, 2019:

@Deiter ...totally agree/the rich have always displayed their wares-to some individuals who have their nose pushed up against the glass,,,beware what u wish for😎

"Perception Is Reality": People don't evaluate you, but rather their perception of you.

Elaine57 comments on May 18, 2019:

Sad, but true. And first impressions often stick.

BBJong replies on May 18, 2019:

...only for those who are judgmental, I found people who do this to be shallow! Thanks

Back when the earth's crust was molten rock and I was a child, I had a favorite joke.

Robecology comments on May 17, 2019:

A religulous, racist joke? Here? on Agnostic.com? Really?

BBJong replies on May 18, 2019:

@Robecology really ,getting to the FACTS THANKS.

Too much logic for the religious people. Lol

BBJong comments on May 18, 2019:

...less doubters ; she might evan be secretly gleeful.

BBJong replies on May 18, 2019:

@BufftonBeotch "WELL ISN'T THAT SPECIAL" -Church Lady: SATUDAY NITE LIVE::: BOTH are inhuman🤡

Death Threats and Drained Bank Accounts: Life on the Wrong End of the Mueller Probe - POLITICO ...

tipi comments on Apr 19, 2019:

It appears economic, mediatic and religious fox-like hypocrisies are used once again to cause the fragmentation and obscurement of decent Terrian-based Truths. Mislead and misleading, not yet detoxified humans "praying" for chimeras, instead of solving necessary, decent problems. Our ...

BBJong replies on May 18, 2019:

...totally agree, THANKS

Do you ever have recurring fears that you have a hard time shaking?

LucyLoohoo comments on May 8, 2019:

Sadly, I know over TEN people with severe dementia...all of them intelligent, kind, caring people who are now unrecognizable. And even though there's no medical warning or proclivity for me....I worry about losing myself to mental collapse! I've made careful plans to remove myself from that ...

BBJong replies on May 18, 2019:

As our options change,with medical progress, we need to keep abrest of choices.Thanks for being an example!

Do you ever have recurring fears that you have a hard time shaking?

Jewelee65 comments on May 8, 2019:

I used to have dreams that I’d run off the road into lake or river and was trapped in my car and couldn’t get out. Every time I drive over a bridge or by a body of water I cringe!!!

BBJong replies on May 18, 2019:

@Bigwavedave this would fall under the reality based/manageable type. I have a similar fear that has been reduced through the methods mentioned above(see WURLITZER)

Do you ever have recurring fears that you have a hard time shaking?

Wurlitzer comments on May 8, 2019:

Through yoga and psychedelics I discovered some deeply hidden memories of early childhood traumas and realized exactly where my procrastination, self sabotage and fear of attention came from. One of the main ones that this framework was built on: In pre school we were given a worksheet on how to ...

BBJong replies on May 18, 2019:

...yeah ~I can realate to that Thanks

Exploring the Historical Roots of Religious Freedom - TheHumanist.com

Triphid comments on Apr 30, 2019:

What, exactly, is 'religious freedom' when compared to any of the 'ordinary' freedoms that people seek? Is it merely a 'tool' to allow a person/group/organization to IMPOSE his/her/their set/s of beliefs on everyone else at will and WITHOUT the need to take responsibilty, etc, for those actions and...

BBJong replies on May 18, 2019:

AGREE

Exploring the Historical Roots of Religious Freedom - TheHumanist.com

OCJoe comments on Apr 30, 2019:

It is interesting to be reminded of Eisenhower's effort to call up religion to bolster his position. That was obviously right after WWII and interesting enough, exactly the same thing happened following the Civil War. Kind of reminds one of the old saying, "There are no atheists in a fox hole". When...

BBJong replies on May 18, 2019:

@Triphid I think religion in the military was down played here after WWII; Alas,we in Pennsylvania, are trying to prevent a citizen paid for "prayer" from opening the legislative sessions!!!

WARNING ! I have suspended my accout for a while , considering what to do with respect to my ...

BufftonBeotch comments on May 2, 2019:

They need to bing it to ME!

BBJong replies on May 11, 2019:

@Bigwavedave ...yeah -bullies have a pack mentality,stay positive gets thier goat

When is it okay to say "I love you"?

SeaGreenEyez comments on May 7, 2019:

I've known quickly and said it when I felt it. On the other side of that coin, I once dated someone for over a year, never felt it, never said it. I'd *never* tell someone it's too soon. I'd like to think we all feel the things we feel, when we feel them and love is subjective as the person ...

BBJong replies on May 11, 2019:

@SeaGreenEyez I agree,I had grief early in life-to be with someone compatable,the time span spent together doesn't translate to DEPTH OF EMOTIONAL BONDING .

When is it okay to say "I love you"?

SleeplessInTexas comments on May 8, 2019:

The right time to tell someone you love them is the instant you feel it. When two people feel strongly for one another, love knows no time or boundaries. I'm not going to live my life counting how many days, weeks, or months go by before I tell the man I love that I truly love him. It could ...

BBJong replies on May 11, 2019:

YEP~thanks

Has anyone else had to cut ultra religious family out of their lives?

GeorgeRocheleau comments on May 10, 2019:

I was never close to the ultra religious members of my family, mostly due to growing up on the other coast, so they were never much part of my life to begin with.

BBJong replies on May 11, 2019:

...that helps.sometimes the inviorment is a big deal breaker for free thought & speech.Look at abortion/race issues... THANKS

This could be filed under health and safety or just funny but seriously people, people are traveling...

Jolanta comments on May 8, 2019:

I am a bike rider and find that some other bike riders don't have any common sense, however that said I find a lot of motorists are going out of their ways to intimidate bike riders and thus cause accidents.

BBJong replies on May 8, 2019:

Yes, I noticed the intimidation of all pedestrians-it's a disturbing trend.

Experienced this a few times a few months ago.

Stephanie99 comments on May 2, 2019:

Just human. Our human brains are quite imperfect. I think that I give more than I get.

BBJong replies on May 2, 2019:

I also am not afraid to learn,which I see as an admirable trait. Thanks

THANK YOU ALL!!!!!😘😁👌! Your support, action and caring has resulted in Sassygirl3869 being ...

Robecology comments on May 1, 2019:

Algorithm; al·go·rithm /ˈalɡəˌriT͟Həm/ noun a process or set of rules to be followed in calculations or other problem-solving operations, especially by a computer. "a basic algorithm for division" log·a·rithm /ˈlôɡəˌriT͟Həm,ˈläɡəˌriT͟Həm/ noun a quantity ...

BBJong replies on May 2, 2019:

@Cutiebeauty yep/ glitches- ,,,tools need maintenance too!!!🏗

[usnews.com] Ex-police chief is first openly gay woman elected Tampa, Florida's new mayor.

thinktwice comments on Apr 24, 2019:

still sad that sexual orientation makes the news...she is more openly QUALIFIED...

BBJong replies on Apr 27, 2019:

...when her detractors can not function like normal civilized humans...

[usnews.com] Ex-police chief is first openly gay woman elected Tampa, Florida's new mayor.

LucyLoohoo comments on Apr 24, 2019:

Perhaps I'll live to see the day when sexual orientation is just not important? When color and gender don't matter? Ya' think?

BBJong replies on Apr 27, 2019:

...moving closer to reality that's where I choose to live

[usnews.com] Ex-police chief is first openly gay woman elected Tampa, Florida's new mayor.

AnneWimsey comments on Apr 25, 2019:

Because (and forward this astonishing FACT to your legislators & Faux) COMPETENCE has Nothing to do with gender!!!!

BBJong replies on Apr 27, 2019:

REALLY=OTHWISE WE WILL SOON BE LIVING IN caves😑

5 rules of happiness... agree or disagree?

HippieChick58 comments on Apr 23, 2019:

I would add take care of yourself, because if you don't take care of yourself first you can't take care of anything else.

BBJong replies on Apr 27, 2019:

...tops thanks

5 rules of happiness... agree or disagree?

Lllewis comments on Apr 24, 2019:

Definitely need to work on number 5

BBJong replies on Apr 27, 2019:

Lowered expectations-not on my to do LIST

30 Reminders for Sensitive People Who Feel Drained, Ashamed, or Judged [tinybuddha.com]

mordant comments on Apr 16, 2019:

I think it can at times be a bit overstating the true situation to term it "judgment" when all that's really going on is people are offering what they see as helpful advice, misguided and useless though it may be. Also, they are often unconsciously resonating with your anxiety and/or intensity; it ...

BBJong replies on Apr 21, 2019:

Yeah;I'm on board with each& every statement-i get torked up when folks are bullied around me/otherwise its just another day in corporate machinery. THANKS!

worms and coffee !

Robecology comments on Apr 10, 2019:

I had a week of alien coffee experiences; and I'm just sharing... -stayed at friend Tom's house in PR. (google "Solar Libre, a family affair - video" and they had only Puerto Rican "high test" 99% caffeine (actually not sure of the mg), Long story short; I'm a half-decaf guy....straight Caf ...

BBJong replies on Apr 20, 2019:

The nuts : good point to research, I'm interested too.

That first cup of warm coffee🤗

AmmaRE007 comments on Apr 19, 2019:

and then there's my reality, wake up lucky there is some coffee left... clean the dirty coffee maker. no cream, coconut milk .. so drink it black.

BBJong replies on Apr 20, 2019:

@AmmaRE007 I cant read large volumes of dry science texts without it 🏺

I tell people "oh I'm open to the idea of a relationship I'm not closed off or letting my past ...

LadyAlyxandrea comments on Apr 14, 2019:

He's mighty friendly, comes over to my office at least 6 or 7 times through the night and chats. Showed me his pics of his marine uniforms (I believe if men were birds this prominent display of honorable and respected attire is the equivalent of plumege? Surely a sign of at least interest) But ...

BBJong replies on Apr 14, 2019:

Shared interests????

Well this is good.

BBJong comments on Apr 14, 2019:

VERY COOL,congratulations!!!

BBJong replies on Apr 14, 2019:

@IamNobody I got 2 thank yous/1 good job in 3 yrs. from supervisor.😕old school. A secratary complimented more!!!

Alexa devices.

Jnei comments on Apr 12, 2019:

"I don't care about eavesdropping/surveillance so long as it makes my life easier" leads to authoritarian governments and loss of freedoms. I feel no need nor desire at all to have an Alexa or any of the competing versions in my home.

BBJong replies on Apr 14, 2019:

...I am still trying to get "BETA" off my device!!!!

I get accused of being overly sensitive.

RavenCT comments on Apr 3, 2019:

Unless they were having trouble with language - that day? I think I'd help them get it right with a sound-alike - and see if they caught on after that. It is pretty rude to continually not get a name right - though it depends - social situation or work? Some people can't be bothered if it's a ...

BBJong replies on Apr 14, 2019:

I have a standard level of emotional energy that I offer to "new bee's "at work (because of the turnover)upon meeting. If more is required, I monitor it carefully,choosing weather it is worthy of said effort.If we bond,great-i cant really babysit the issue

Hey Girls and Boys.

silverotter11 comments on Apr 11, 2019:

Fan fucking tastic !!! So glad to hear this is working for you!! Now we just have to get medicare, medicade and veterans clinics on board.

BBJong replies on Apr 13, 2019:

Yep,no more "dark age medicine "

When someone you've never met asks if you want to meet at the restaurant or meet somewhere else and ...

WonderWartHog99 comments on Apr 9, 2019:

There are so many nightmares. Meet some one in a public place but if the two of you have **no idea** what the other looks like, you could easily miss them. You might over look them when they come in if it's something like "I'll be wearing a tie/scarf" as clue how to identify them. Six guys with ...

BBJong replies on Apr 13, 2019:

,,,very true,

Hey guys. What's your preference when it comes to dirty talk?

brainyactress comments on Apr 12, 2019:

So many things! I personally am a running narrative that descends into a river of “fuck, fuck, fuck...” I prefer a somewhat vocal partner. Tell me what to do, call me pet names, etc. plus moaning and groaning. I absolutely love sexting and I’m damn good at it. I like a man who can text ...

BBJong replies on Apr 13, 2019:

...they say it can strengthen a relationship

I believe this to be true ??

Paracosm comments on Apr 10, 2019:

BBJong replies on Apr 13, 2019:

...eye,would seem that way

On Ethical Sluts, I posted a very misleading, confusing, and frankly, when read a certain way, ...

BillF comments on Mar 17, 2019:

The best definition of a slut that I have heard, is a woman who loves sex as much as a man. Given our society has produced people who need a god figure to be good or justify what they do this fits very well. A woman should not have to have tag to do what she wants.

BBJong replies on Apr 8, 2019:

...agree

One QUARTER of Americans (25%)have not had sex in past year.

Pariah comments on Apr 6, 2019:

I don't think it has as much to do with puritanical beliefs, but more of an outcome of people becoming more alienated from one another. A sense of community is in decline, public trust is eroding, and we are working longer hours. It's hard to connect with others in that environment. Of course ...

BBJong replies on Apr 8, 2019:

...it seems the happiest countries make recreation a priority,not ours.

One QUARTER of Americans (25%)have not had sex in past year.

LiterateHiker comments on Apr 6, 2019:

**Reasons Why We’re Having Less Sex** **Technology**: In the bedroom, couples are spending more time looking at their devices than each other. **Health**: Many medications and chronic health problems have sexual side effects. Some cancer survivors, in particular, have to cope with the sexual...

BBJong replies on Apr 8, 2019:

...& thanks;I saw a study that said married "bliss" was 2 x a week ; but my perspective was stasis & mental health. As they study these stats,they should publish the repercussions,as they will affect society in the future.

RICHARD DAWKINS ERROR CONCERNING THE ORIGIN OF LIFE Pursuing the concept that anything is ...

Paul4747 comments on Apr 6, 2019:

Logical errors abound in your post. A 1 in 1,000,000 chance (or, let's say 1 billion, why not?) is almost a sure thing if there are 100 trillion chances. You assume that there was a single roll of the dice, one chance for life to arise by natural processes, and if it didn't succeed the first time, ...

BBJong replies on Apr 6, 2019:

Agree,also that study occurred 1900. All sciences are coming to other conclusions(finding life in Marianas Trench; life on Antarctic Plateau;water on meteor;ect),more relavant conclusions.

Funny thing I told my mom recently... "I feel like I'm approaching my 'best if used by date'".

coralisthree comments on Apr 4, 2019:

some days i feel like i reached that point 10 years ago

BBJong replies on Apr 6, 2019:

...please think positive- releases endorphins ,and contageous?

Funny thing I told my mom recently... "I feel like I'm approaching my 'best if used by date'".

WonderWartHog99 comments on Apr 4, 2019:

Petunia keeps telling me she's a spring chicken. I keep telling her she's a card carrying AARP chicken. Disclaimer: She doesn't qualify for AARP. However, when I joined it they offered me a second membership for free. My invalid theory is she could use the card to get discounts. She won't do...

BBJong replies on Apr 6, 2019:

Good looking out for those we care about. Thanx

A quote on compassion.

ElusiveMoby comments on Mar 30, 2019:

How did you know this is me?

BBJong replies on Apr 6, 2019:

...true

A quote on compassion.

enormouswings comments on Mar 31, 2019:

I often find myself overwhelmed when I am conscious of being connected to all things. When I see an elderly person struggling to exit their car from a "handicapped" spot, a baby crying while "trapped" in the confines of a grocery store shopping cart, a confused student trying to understand the ...

BBJong replies on Apr 6, 2019:

@LB67 ...I felt these feelings also the comfort of knowing the worms fit in eco-structure(nature).We have a circadia that returns 17 years on east coast, I really felt it ~yet since watching a Nature documentary I realize that like the salmon runs the organism fits as a necessary cog in our reality.

Sexual In Nature Here's the question I wanted to ask for awhile.

Wildflower comments on Apr 5, 2019:

You can delete the post in the general forum! Dick pics... are not generally a good idea unless they are requested. Most women take offense to an unsolicited dick pic. From a lover or partner it would be much more accepted than from an admirer or someone who likes you. Of course, some women don't ...

BBJong replies on Apr 6, 2019:

...good info APPRECIATE !!!

Just heard: two opening-night tickets for the new Avengers movie sold for $15,000 on eBay.

germangirl90439 comments on Apr 6, 2019:

Insanity ...

BBJong replies on Apr 6, 2019:

...I say that when I watch remodeling programs<"McMansions"- The rich need to spend .Keeping up their images.

This should be fun ???

GinaMaria comments on Apr 6, 2019:

Gina's bathroom, Gina's bedroom, Gina's living room, Gina's kitchen, garage and garden. ?

BBJong replies on Apr 6, 2019:

...the short cut...

You may be aware that large bookstores have separate sections these days for 'young adult' readers.

Cast1es comments on Apr 5, 2019:

Our public library , had a children's , young adult , and adult sections , over fifty years ago .

BBJong replies on Apr 6, 2019:

@AmiSue ...I had reverse restrictions- a child needed "special permission" to check out a book from adult section. It was rather stiffling.

Someone said that even if you don't believe in God, it is advisable to live your life as if there is...

BBJong comments on Apr 5, 2019:

...I see no proof of YETTY , ABOMINABLE SNOWMAN..... but just to be safe & hedge my wager; what else can I fantasize about...

BBJong replies on Apr 6, 2019:

@kensmile4u, @David1955 ...CNN does documenaries?....My cable company favors the religious stations so much. THANX

Someone said that even if you don't believe in God, it is advisable to live your life as if there is...

BBJong comments on Apr 5, 2019:

...I see no proof of YETTY , ABOMINABLE SNOWMAN..... but just to be safe & hedge my wager; what else can I fantasize about...

BBJong replies on Apr 6, 2019:

@kensmile4u...I recently heard they be alive and disputing science at every step; AT least Neanderthals wanted to improve their lot in life... Thanks

After waking up so early I need a giant coffee??

Robecology comments on Apr 6, 2019:

The folk here at Tom's apartments at Jobos beach (Isabella, Puerto Rico) like their coffee straight and strong....and I'm a half-decaf kinda guy...so I'm dealing with faster than usual pulse, a hyper-ish feeling...and a crash in the afternoon. Looking forward to getting home tomorrow (to my usual ...

BBJong replies on Apr 6, 2019:

...outstanding-YOU know what you like/stick to your choice.Applaud your effort!!!!

Horrible news for S.

Novelty comments on Mar 28, 2019:

Seriously!? So once started you have to let the guy finish. Every wife or girlfriend in South Carolina that isn’t satisfied by her husband or boyfriend should press charges based on this law. What’s good for the goose is good for the gander and perhaps legislators will use a little reasoning ...

BBJong replies on Mar 30, 2019:

@Novelty I think they fly/think by the seat of their pants in the bible belt...

Horrible news for S.

Charlene comments on Mar 28, 2019:

Well, you know Jayzuz never took No for an answer.. Smfh

BBJong replies on Mar 30, 2019:

...the bible belt-a special place for special "people"

So glad to see you! I have a question, when are they ever going to pass the ERA!! I am now retired,...

glennlab comments on Mar 28, 2019:

At least one more states needs to ratify the amendment before any legal challenges can be made to it's non passage due to the length of time. 37 states have voted to approve it. There is sufficent legal question as to whether the end date inserted into the amendment was in and of itself enough to ...

BBJong replies on Mar 29, 2019:

@KKGator very tragic...

So glad to see you! I have a question, when are they ever going to pass the ERA!! I am now retired,...

aahouck49 comments on Mar 28, 2019:

If the constitution states that women do not have equal rights, then that is not a constitution that is a CONSTITUTION of We Own Women, so a Constitution for rich white & black men only, is a outrage and since women are more than 50% of the human race, OH I forgot, women are not part of the human ...

BBJong replies on Mar 29, 2019:

...I agree~I grew up in 60's, and thought this was decided- yeah :::but not acted on::: I guess we were busy meddling in Other countries. We have been committed but inactive on many social issues!!! Thanks ; and keep it going more folks should act...

We're Facing a Global Movement of White Hate

t1nick comments on Mar 18, 2019:

Changing demographics, changing economic circumstances, and poor decisions on the part of blue collar workers regarding their futures has created an environment of fear and panic in the white population of the country. The loss of control and the effect of suddenly being called on their long ...

BBJong replies on Mar 25, 2019:

agree

I do not owe an explanation for......??

WilliamCharles comments on Mar 21, 2019:

Most of the time because I can't explain it myself. ?

BBJong replies on Mar 23, 2019:

and if i stop to verbalize it it gets CONVOLUTED... thanks

Dating and Marriage preferences.

seattlepanda comments on Mar 21, 2019:

This is very complicated...can I just pick whatever girl I like and go with it?...

BBJong replies on Mar 23, 2019:

agree(after this we can get rid of shape;income education;location;ect.) because I just want a good heart next to me...

How a "Normal" Person Tells a Story vs How I Tell a Story.

BudFrank comments on Mar 22, 2019:

I’ve seen almost the same thing about ADD people telling stories. That resonates with me.

BBJong replies on Mar 23, 2019:

...me too ; yet are we not learning about the story TELLER in the process(and ourselves)

How a "Normal" Person Tells a Story vs How I Tell a Story.

Sticks48 comments on Mar 22, 2019:

I am so happy to hear a woman admit this. I have been chastised by women on this site for pointing this out. When women say we don't listen, that is not necessarily true. We do however have short a attention span, so it does help to get to the point. :)

BBJong replies on Mar 23, 2019:

@Agamic good point; it's worth it...

Why am I always hungry?

Jnei comments on Mar 22, 2019:

Because you're a healthy, fit, active woman! I have a friend, a semi-professional cyclist (and a "pure climber" at that - in other words, she specialises in ripping other cyclists' legs off in races featuring hills most people would have a job walking up; this type of cyclist being known for their ...

BBJong replies on Mar 22, 2019:

...thanks also; Appalachian trail hikers eat similarly-anything less is risking injury. Cravings are a way for YOUR body to communicate that it needs something!!! Course, AMERICANS ,think it a "luxury " to spend an hour eating. We used to eat till we felt full-now its eat on the RUN .

Iam heider 27 y.

BBJong comments on Mar 17, 2019:

Welcome ,and hello Heider my name is John, I hope every success and enjoyment to you.

BBJong replies on Mar 18, 2019:

@Heider poetry & books help all humanity who fight for peace?

It's the same thing, isn't it? ?

Cutiebeauty comments on Mar 17, 2019:

If you love little mousies lol

BBJong replies on Mar 17, 2019:

I really like plants,especially trees, and we are surrounded by them.....he hee

Sunday read with Maps app to see where each location is placed on the map, nice large coffe while it...

BBJong comments on Mar 17, 2019:

cool-and enviable ? thanks(I also love my maps)

BBJong replies on Mar 17, 2019:

@IamNobody I have an inborn sense of direction, and appreciate the additional asset of cyber map / written location connection.

Does anyone know who started agnostic.com?

AnneWimsey comments on Mar 17, 2019:

There is a "bio" already on here. "Slowing down"?????? Try exponentially filling with IMO a lot of BS!

BBJong replies on Mar 17, 2019:

the site would probably reflect what occurs in academia (ect.) when dealing with certain subjects. I feel your impatience, I remain grateful that small steps are better than NO steps... thanks

Does anyone know who started agnostic.com?

DenoPenno comments on Mar 17, 2019:

I don't think membership is slowing down. I feel that many on here are tired pushing their pro-Trump nonsense because they get called on it bigtime, and others on here want to believe in aliens, the supernatural, and multiverse musing, etc. while there is no logic or evidence in any of it. Those ...

BBJong replies on Mar 17, 2019:

agree-trends come and go

Idiotic questions

mordant comments on Mar 15, 2019:

Apropos of nothing with all this talk about hiking, I'm curious if you use a FitBit or similar device at all. Mine was instrumental (ha) in getting me to a goal of 10,000 steps per day. They tend to get you competing against yourself. I find that my model (the Charge HR) is pretty spot-on with the ...

BBJong replies on Mar 16, 2019:

@LiterateHiker outstanding

Have you noticed the people who do not want to help refugees because we have our own poor don't want...

Piece2YourPuzzle comments on Mar 16, 2019:

I have noticed that most right wing Republicans and even some right wing Democrats are like that. The same people who say what you said will tell the poor in our own country to "pull themselves up by their bootstraps" all the while supporting corporations and the rich getting subsidies and bailouts ...

BBJong replies on Mar 16, 2019:

well put

Have you noticed the people who do not want to help refugees because we have our own poor don't want...

BBJong comments on Mar 16, 2019:

fleece them like sheep- a fine corporate goal , make more $$$ ,increase stockholders winnings; morality has a price=3/4 of Americans are financially insecure(middle class); due to 30years of wage stagnation/consumerism pressure...

BBJong replies on Mar 16, 2019:

@callmedubious seems to be occurring world wide~ with some mitigation at times in different countries, depending on the ability to adjust

I had no idea this was a thing- Mansplaining shirtgate to women is meta misogyny | Dr. Jen Gunter

Jnei comments on Mar 16, 2019:

Worth mentioning at this point that the *Daily Mail* is Britain's version of the *National Enquirer* and will print just about any old tosh if it might sell an extra copy (it gets sued rather a lot too, and takes a decidedly right-wing stance - including printing material that has drawn comparison ...

BBJong replies on Mar 16, 2019:

good to check/re-check sources...

The girl who executed Nazis after seducing them in bars dies aged 92 ".

Novelty comments on Mar 10, 2019:

People have had to do terrible things because they were the right things to do. We in this time and age have seen the German Nazi Party for the evil empire that it was for so long now that it's hard to not be cavalier about what we would do had we been a citizen in any one of the occupied ...

BBJong replies on Mar 16, 2019:

true:::

Whahoo! I got the shirt! Thanks @Admin

BBJong comments on Mar 9, 2019:

put tha LADY on a model stage!!!!! WOW? SUPER

BBJong replies on Mar 9, 2019:

@UUNJ ///you do make that shirt stunning:::

First Woman Chief Ranger, Great Smokey Mountain National Park Lisa Hendy, Chief Ranger, will ...

BBJong comments on Mar 9, 2019:

sweet-i met a state park ranger,,, one smart cookie!!!!, I'd trust the parks with either ladies...

BBJong replies on Mar 9, 2019:

@sweetcharlotte the ranger I met (as a volunteer on earth day)had the ability to see big picture and co-ordinary vast amount of priorities , AND still get stuff done,- awe inspiring thanks

Mccabe bombshell: uniparty rinos mitch mcconnell & paul ryan gave fbi russian hoax their blessing!!!...

Novelty comments on Feb 20, 2019:

I'm sorry you don't get to call Mitch McConnell or Paul Ryan rinos (Republicans in name only) when not one other Republican stood up to them or called them out in public, not in the news, not in the Senate. This is exactly what it is to be a loyal Trump supporting Republican. Yes now that everyone...

BBJong replies on Mar 9, 2019:

I agree ,,,there is alot of switching spinning of alliances-when convenient!!!

It took me a long time to understand what it means to forgive someone...

JackPedigo comments on Mar 8, 2019:

It is said the best revenge is to let go of hurts from the past and have a good life. I let go of both my previous partners transgressions and gained a great life complete with a new and wonderful partner. Even though she died I still have a ton of good memories. I often hear from my daughter about ...

BBJong replies on Mar 9, 2019:

COOL, THANKS...

It took me a long time to understand what it means to forgive someone...

indelible comments on Mar 8, 2019:

I grew up in a Sicilian family, so, forgiveness was not a lesson taught to me. Hard to undo that behavior.

BBJong replies on Mar 9, 2019:

worse when forgiveness is taken as weakness- and I can relate to your cultural background,as 3 sisters are married to Italians...

It took me a long time to understand what it means to forgive someone...

Deiter comments on Mar 8, 2019:

If you research the idea of *free will*, often people aren't "choosing" to hurt you as much as just replaying the (sometimes toxic) script in their heads. Mind you, that still doesn't make them suitable to be a fellow traveler. Is what they give more good than bad? That's probably where we should ...

BBJong replies on Mar 9, 2019:

well put

Two Sundays from now is St. Patrick's Day. Does this mess up anyone's drinking plans?

Indubitably comments on Mar 8, 2019:

I'm not a big drinker, and can't remember the last time I went out for St. Patrick's Day. No drinking on Sunday? That's ridiculous, jeesh.

BBJong replies on Mar 9, 2019:

@Triphid pegged it !!!

Two Sundays from now is St. Patrick's Day. Does this mess up anyone's drinking plans?

Indubitably comments on Mar 8, 2019:

I'm not a big drinker, and can't remember the last time I went out for St. Patrick's Day. No drinking on Sunday? That's ridiculous, jeesh.

BBJong replies on Mar 9, 2019:

@Triphid just keep paying your taxes.... or they will NOTICE you....

First Woman Chief Ranger, Great Smokey Mountain National Park Lisa Hendy, Chief Ranger, will ...

mzbehavin comments on Mar 6, 2019:

Yay! That we still have women's "firsts" at nearly 2020 still amazes me. 40 years ago I though those would be history before now.

BBJong replies on Mar 9, 2019:

same here,,,good career-should be available to qualified folks.

On International Women's Day! Women who, through their efforts, be they direct or indirect, ...

Wangobango3 comments on Mar 8, 2019:

Men need to take a Time Out. We've been calling the shots for centuries. We haven't done very well. It's time to let the other half of Humanity have a go.

BBJong replies on Mar 9, 2019:

@mzbehavin YEAH...

WWYD: What Would You Do?

Deiter comments on Mar 7, 2019:

Here's a professional response that shows up in my Inbox nearly daily: *After very careful consideration, at this time [I've] have decided to concentrate [my] attention on other candidates who[m] [I] believe best meet [my] current needs...* (The mofos can't even get the grammar right.)

BBJong replies on Mar 9, 2019:

job interview!