WHAT'S YOUR POSITION ON ABORTION ?

Paul628 comments on Nov 19, 2017:

Totally the choice of the woman until the fetus reaches a certain developmental stage. I don't believe there are any ideal situations a woman has who doesn't want to have a child other than abortion. The adoption process can be difficult and very slow at best sometimes (I know this first hand.)....

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 22, 2017:

@DUCHESSA I meant to say "The length / difficulty of the adoption process...."

WHAT'S YOUR POSITION ON ABORTION ?

Paul628 comments on Nov 19, 2017:

Totally the choice of the woman until the fetus reaches a certain developmental stage. I don't believe there are any ideal situations a woman has who doesn't want to have a child other than abortion. The adoption process can be difficult and very slow at best sometimes (I know this first hand.)....

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 22, 2017:

The problem with the adoption process is not the problem...the nine months to produce a child for adoption are. If a woman doesn't want to become a mother WHY TO FORCE HER TO BEAR NINE MONTHS OF CHANGES AND RISKS? This is very selfish on the part of society.

WHAT'S YOUR POSITION ON ABORTION ?

JalenUmbral comments on Nov 19, 2017:

The woman has the right to choose, it's her choice.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 22, 2017:

It's her body. Period.

Do you use deity based profanity?

DUCHESSA comments on Dec 21, 2017:

As in "I defecate on the virgen / god? "

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 22, 2017:

@papalarry See...it has my trademark....lol

WHAT'S YOUR POSITION ON ABORTION ?

El-loco comments on Dec 17, 2017:

Absolutely no position on this. Everyone should choose for themself. (As long as it doesn't affect me.)

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 21, 2017:

@El-loco What you would do is irrelevant....and whether you like or not her decision is also irrelevant.

What country or state were you born in?

SKDeitch comments on Dec 20, 2017:

I was born in Tarrytown, New York. That's just a few miles north of the city.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 21, 2017:

@SKDeitch I live about 40 mins. away from Tarrytown.

WHAT'S YOUR POSITION ON ABORTION ?

El-loco comments on Dec 17, 2017:

Absolutely no position on this. Everyone should choose for themself. (As long as it doesn't affect me.)

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 21, 2017:

@El-loco The fact is you wouldn't even have the right to ask...anything. Trust me,, the abortion process -as unpleasant / dangerous as it is- never is as UNPLEASANT / DANGEROUS as nine months of changes and risks are.

What country or state were you born in?

SKDeitch comments on Dec 20, 2017:

I was born in Tarrytown, New York. That's just a few miles north of the city.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 20, 2017:

I was there today.

What country or state were you born in?

dc65 comments on Dec 20, 2017:

@Sarahroo29 how old where you when you came to the United States?

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 20, 2017:

29

What country or state were you born in?

donzi45 comments on Dec 20, 2017:

I was born in the netherlands

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 20, 2017:

Your queen was my neighbor...we lived about 20 blocks apart from e/o.

WHAT'S YOUR POSITION ON ABORTION ?

Lucas20520 comments on Dec 20, 2017:

A fetus gets equal rights, not special rights. If a 2 year old needs a kidney to live it doesn't have the right to have the mothers kidney without consent. If the fetus requires the mothers body in order to live the mother must consent. The woman has choice. Pro choice.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 20, 2017:

Dear, a fetus has no the rights of a person. Period.

WHAT'S YOUR POSITION ON ABORTION ?

AtheistInNC comments on Dec 20, 2017:

On my back?

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 20, 2017:

???????????????????

Who are your favorite atheists to learn from?

GUAYASENSE comments on Dec 19, 2017:

FIDEL CASTRO IS MY FAVOR ATHEIST BUT HE WAS NOT INTERESTING IN MAKING PUBLIC HE WAS ATHEIST BY HEART

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 20, 2017:

1. Fidel Castro was an Atheist. 2. He was, also, one of the most repulsive human beings on earth.

WHAT'S YOUR POSITION ON ABORTION ?

Atheopagan comments on Dec 20, 2017:

Should be legal on demand and paid for with tax funds for women who are unable to pay. Period.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 20, 2017:

Abortion should be covered by the insurance. Now, those who say "" Why should my taxes be used to solve the problem.when the woman can't pay for the surgery."....Well, if you know how much it costs to support a child (welfare) during 18 years...you will want your taxes to pay for the abortion.

WHAT'S YOUR POSITION ON ABORTION ?

El-loco comments on Dec 17, 2017:

Absolutely no position on this. Everyone should choose for themself. (As long as it doesn't affect me.)

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 20, 2017:

@El-loco Here we are not talking about "WALKING AWAY" BUT ABOUT THE WOMAN decision TO ABORT...even if the father doesn't walk away.

I see some profiles have a % by the pic, what does that mean? eg. 67% ..etc

JosephHarrison comments on Dec 20, 2017:

That's compatibility. Like in match.com and eharmony, the percentage shows how compatible you are with another member, based on the profile questions that you answer upon joining.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 20, 2017:

In a sense all the percentages are negative because the distance. There is a gentleman whom, according to A is 87% compatible with me....but he lives in CA.

What does it mean: "So and so TAGGED you"?

godef comments on Dec 19, 2017:

See the @ button under second level responses? You click that and it initiates a response to that person complete with their user name referenced.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 19, 2017:

T hanks

What does it mean: "So and so TAGGED you"?

Gatovicolo comments on Dec 19, 2017:

In Italian that would be cosi cosi. It means medium, not great, not bad just so so.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 19, 2017:

@Gatovicolo....and in Spanish it means "a person of feeble mind". Capici, bambino?

What does it mean: "So and so TAGGED you"?

silvereyes comments on Dec 19, 2017:

They responded to you with a @ and your name.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 19, 2017:

Thanks....I didn't now it was a simple reply.

Things that should be taught in all schools: Manners - Common Sense ( If that can be taught ) ...

sassygirl3869 comments on Dec 18, 2017:

Some good suggestions-how about carpentry/home repairs?

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 19, 2017:

@SamL...Don't misunderstand me. I agree with teaching those subjects...starting in HS....the parents are the ones who tells you "No need for home repairs, languages, money management...those classes are not pf any importance to become a doctor / lawyer / teacher." The classes you suggest fit perfectly with my comment few moments ago: Students' curriculum should be tailored to the kids' abilities and likes.

Things that should be taught in all schools: Manners - Common Sense ( If that can be taught ) ...

sassygirl3869 comments on Dec 18, 2017:

Some good suggestions-how about carpentry/home repairs?

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 18, 2017:

Indeed....but you will encounter parents that are against such classes because are "not college oriented". Another thing. The kids shouldn't have every day the same classes.Yes, can be done. One more, languages -three- should be taught since kinder.

Things that should be taught in all schools: Manners - Common Sense ( If that can be taught ) ...

NerdyOkieDude comments on Dec 18, 2017:

Mathematics, such as algebra and geometry should be taught, not only to encourage and foster critical thinking (i.e. applied logic) long after the math skills aren’t used, but also to identify the next generation of talent. The same is true of musical education, and philosophy. All of this ...

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 18, 2017:

Logic...a subject that should be taught in every HS.

Things that should be taught in all schools: Manners - Common Sense ( If that can be taught ) ...

Betty comments on Dec 18, 2017:

You ask a lot of a school system controlled by the government. In recent decades the dumbing down of students has increased. I can only speak about what is happening here in Canada. Public schools are not failing any students, not forcing to hand in assignments, all tests are marked a passing ...

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 18, 2017:

The best curriculum? Yes, the one you prepare for your kids...acfcording to their abilities.

Things that should be taught in all schools: Manners - Common Sense ( If that can be taught ) ...

DUCHESSA comments on Dec 18, 2017:

The school curriculum should be tailored to the abilities of the students. To teach trigonometry to a kid who barely can manage finding the 10% of U$S 100 is a waste. If the kid is a wiz in languages, science, geography....then, those disciplines are the ones to be enforced in his case, Ok, hold ...

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 18, 2017:

I had the AP classes...and no way I was going to send to take said test a kid who wasn't prepared. The Principal new better.

Things that should be taught in all schools: Manners - Common Sense ( If that can be taught ) ...

Betty comments on Dec 18, 2017:

You ask a lot of a school system controlled by the government. In recent decades the dumbing down of students has increased. I can only speak about what is happening here in Canada. Public schools are not failing any students, not forcing to hand in assignments, all tests are marked a passing ...

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 18, 2017:

I was a HS teacher until recently. The dumbing down is a fact....but I don't care because the students are what really matter. See, I taught Spanish / Spanish Lit. and I told my students to select the chapters of "Don Quijote" that they found interesting. Some kids analyzed the way women were viewed (Grisóstomo y Marcela) by Cervantes, other kids wrote about the meaning of the windmills...and some presented papers on the humor expressed by the author. Guess what? No all the students read the Quijote that year; some selected novels where geography was the main character on the story....as it was history in others.

WHAT'S YOUR POSITION ON ABORTION ?

HoneyBeeBlues comments on Dec 18, 2017:

I am a firm believer that abortion should be a private decision between the woman and her doctor. No one should have the right to impose their religious beliefs onto another's medical decisions.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 18, 2017:

Needless to say the abortion must be performed by a doctor.

WHAT'S YOUR POSITION ON ABORTION ?

Captain_Feelgood comments on Dec 18, 2017:

I have no problem with it as long as it's done early.. If you wait until the third tri... then you should have the child, and by that point,,, it is a child, not just a fetus.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 18, 2017:

Legally is a fetus until the birth. BYW, to wait until the 3rd., trimester is stu...d and a risk for the woman.

WHAT'S YOUR POSITION ON ABORTION ?

HoneyBeeBlues comments on Dec 18, 2017:

I am a firm believer that abortion should be a private decision between the woman and her doctor. No one should have the right to impose their religious beliefs onto another's medical decisions.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 18, 2017:

Why "and the doctor"? If a woman wishes to abort the opinion of the doctor is ONLY a medical one.

Pledge of Allegience

DUCHESSA comments on Dec 17, 2017:

I believe you pledge allegiance to the flag and no to the government. In my way of thinking the flag of a nation -any- is way above its government. Now, if you tell me that "under God" should be removed from the POA....I agree. NOTE: I never say "under God" when reciting the POA.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 18, 2017:

Well, i don't see it that way.

WHAT'S YOUR POSITION ON ABORTION ?

El-loco comments on Dec 17, 2017:

Absolutely no position on this. Everyone should choose for themself. (As long as it doesn't affect me.)

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 18, 2017:

That means "AS LONG AS YOU ARE NOT THE FATHER"?

America Science Illiterate :(

Hellbent comments on Dec 17, 2017:

The earth is flat, though? Right? :)

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 17, 2017:

This one is better: Is cold in Patagonia...in the glacier region? LOL

America Science Illiterate :(

HarrySlick comments on Dec 17, 2017:

I definitely agree. It’s a sad indication that people are not inquisitive about the world around them

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 17, 2017:

I would say the system doesn't allow for "curiosity". The system is designed to educate as little as possible since is a lot easier to manipulate those who barely know how to read / write.

Pledge of Allegience

carlyhorton comments on Dec 17, 2017:

I'm a K-12 school librarian. There is a period of time before first period for morning work and announcements. The high schoolers call it "homeroom," but the elementary kids don't. They listen to announcements, do "morning work," and say the pledge. All of us "specials" teachers have a class ...

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 17, 2017:

I was a HS teacher (NYC) until recently....and I never heard the POA being recited in the schools. Twety six years and no POA. Now, when I recite the POA -regardless of who is listening- I never say "under God".

Who really created Terrorism? Anyone?

HeathenFarmer comments on Dec 16, 2017:

Terrorism is always in the eyes of the beholder just like beauty it is a matter of one's perspective. Americans and their allies like to label anyone that opposes they world view as terrorists even states get the label. It is a nice label that is used to dehumanize the enemy by any government but,...

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 17, 2017:

Now let me tell you that to oppose ones views is not terrorism To become afraid of chatting with a friend (he may be one of them) / of leaving your home (they may blow your car) / of inviting a friend over (he may put a bomb under your parents' bed) / of going to the university.(they may take the class and place a Fall between your eyes)...and more....that's terrorism. Yes, dear, the fear terrorism induces in people. Please, don't deny what I am saying; I was born and lived in Argentina during the 60s and 70s. I KNOW WHAT IS TERRORISM.

Who really created Terrorism? Anyone?

RavenWolf425 comments on Dec 16, 2017:

I put Catholicism on top of that list, extremism,case in point, the inquisition, tortured and killed anyone that disagreed with what they considered absolute truth and in order to gain the accused properies,wealth,and title and in some cases sold to other sponsors of the belief.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 17, 2017:

Catholicism started wayyyyyyy before The Inquisition years to practice terrorism; go back to the III century.

Social environments

MustardSeed comments on Dec 17, 2017:

I used to live in the bible belt but I moved. I am so much happier now that the 1st question I get asked isn't "What church do you go to?"

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 17, 2017:

I love when they ask me that question. Is another chance to tell them "None, I am an Atheist." Feels great and the look on their faces is PRICELESS.

Atheists Org.

DUCHESSA comments on Dec 16, 2017:

NYC Atheists Reasonable New York Ethical Humanist Society of Long Island New York City Skeptics Meetup Group Richie's List, New York City Capital Region Atheists and Agnostics Westchester Atheists, Chappaqua Center for Inquiry, Long Island

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 17, 2017:

I have a list of AO ...nationwide.

What should I do when someone talks about my atheism like a mental disorder?

GrantSmith comments on Dec 16, 2017:

They don't have room to talk what with their imaginary friends and all.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 16, 2017:

But they do....and if you pay attention you will see they get infuriated, they insult you, call you ignorant with an intensity that grows with each fact you present to them. Their fear of being wrong takes over; the saddest part is they aren't even aware they are scared. I let them rant...as I do with any person affected by idiocy or any other mental disease.

Let us end the blight of religion and replace it with knowledge, reason, and the unyielding pursuit ...

GipsyOfNewSpain comments on Dec 16, 2017:

Do you think Church is going to give up Power?

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 16, 2017:

Yes...but no anytime soon.

What are your views on Sophia.

DUCHESSA comments on Dec 15, 2017:

Loren?

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 15, 2017:

I guess nobody picked up the joke.

How do we start a local, or nationwide support system for non-delusions (a.

LeighShelton comments on Dec 15, 2017:

I wouldn't join a group as it sounds as bad as religion really. I think just carry on and ignore that religious crap.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 15, 2017:

Well, I used to belong to two Atheist groups....One of these groups collected "gently used items" to give among those in need; the items of clothing were placed inside plastic bag with the lettering W....Atheists. the second group was involved in fomenting freedom from religion in the military and for politicians. I guess, these groups were nothing like the religious ones. No?

Good one!!!

DUCHESSA comments on Dec 14, 2017:

Well, why people associate republican and religion? I am a "devote Atheist" and a registered repunlican.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 15, 2017:

ressert, I enjoyed reading your answer. About me and politics....I go for the issues. With Trump was immigration (the system needs to be changed), the illegals (need to be deported), Obamacare (nobody wants this one) and the particular case of the Muslims. You have to live under the HORROR of terrorism (I was born /lived in Argentina) to understand why these people are dangerous

Good one!!!

DUCHESSA comments on Dec 14, 2017:

Well, why people associate republican and religion? I am a "devote Atheist" and a registered repunlican.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 15, 2017:

People have very "individual" definitions. I have 40 credits above my Master and I am a republican.

Pastor brags about punching ‘dangerously bright’ kid

Sarahroo29 comments on Dec 14, 2017:

F-ing pastor needs to be sued by the parents.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 14, 2017:

Needs to be arrested and sentenced to 25 years in the slamer.

Pastor brags about punching ‘dangerously bright’ kid

wordywalt comments on Dec 14, 2017:

This is a dangerous, violent man. And, he is a preacher?

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 14, 2017:

Preacher ARE always dangerous...whether they use their fists or their words.

What would you consider to be the 3 most important technological advances in science?

Sarahroo29 comments on Dec 12, 2017:

Artificial arms and legs, the human head transplant, and computers.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 13, 2017:

atheist: It may sound ""hitlerian"" but, then, heart transplant ALSO DID DECADES AGO. i bet you don't see any need for "ethic" when a surgeon transplant a penis.

Happy Tears

DUCHESSA comments on Dec 12, 2017:

Every time I hear that one of my former students became a doctor, a teacher, a marine, an engineer.....

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 13, 2017:

AmanHasNoName. No, the kids are.

Happy Tears

DUCHESSA comments on Dec 12, 2017:

Every time I hear that one of my former students became a doctor, a teacher, a marine, an engineer.....

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 13, 2017:

SilverDollar. Thanks.

You know what really pisses me off?

Sarahroo29 comments on Dec 11, 2017:

I don't have many friends. All my friends are too busy to hang out. Except today, my buddy, Ben wants to have dinner. We have not caught up in 3 months.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 12, 2017:

My friend vanished few months after my husband passed....all of my friends.

What would you consider to be the 3 most important technological advances in science?

Sarahroo29 comments on Dec 12, 2017:

Artificial arms and legs, the human head transplant, and computers.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 12, 2017:

The procedure with a "live" person" was going to take place in China....but the government stop it fast.

What would you consider to be the 3 most important technological advances in science?

Sarahroo29 comments on Dec 12, 2017:

Artificial arms and legs, the human head transplant, and computers.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 12, 2017:

I believe the human head transplant -live person- was not done....yet. I have several candidates.......lol

Before being put under oath, should I inform that I am a non-believer?

DUCHESSA comments on Dec 12, 2017:

1) Nobody can force you to take the oath on the bible. 2) You most certainly can ask for the Constitution.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 12, 2017:

The only document a person should use in these cases. Taking the oath on a book of fables is pure ignorance

What would you consider to be the 3 most important technological advances in science?

DUCHESSA comments on Dec 12, 2017:

Fingerprinting classification (1882)

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 12, 2017:

An innovations Argentina is most proud.

Something that makes you go, Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

Sarahroo29 comments on Dec 12, 2017:

Hmmm...

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 12, 2017:

Are we competing for who "Hummmmm" better? LOL

Are there any agnostic Trump supporters?

DUCHESSA comments on Dec 11, 2017:

Here you have an Atheist who supports him: Myself.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 11, 2017:

See, cc_david....I immigrated to USA in 1980 (USA Citizen since 1986). I don't buy the illegals talk since some of them are in USA for over 40 years and have not found a way to regularize their situation. The wall? Well, not only this is nothing new (started to be built during Clinton' tenure) but after 9/11 many countries (11) built borders very similar to the one Trump wants.to prevent the illegals from entering USA. I know most immigrants come to America to do good -for the country and for themselves-...but, as it is happening with the illegals entering my other country, many also are criminals. The MS 13 members are notorious for their "horrors".

What do fellow members do for a living?

DUCHESSA comments on Nov 21, 2017:

Retired HS teacher/college prof.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 11, 2017:

I am enjoying life...yesssssssssssss

Are there any agnostic Trump supporters?

DUCHESSA comments on Dec 11, 2017:

Here you have an Atheist who supports him: Myself.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 11, 2017:

No more courage than to tell the world I am an Atheist...

Are there any agnostic Trump supporters?

DUCHESSA comments on Dec 11, 2017:

Here you have an Atheist who supports him: Myself.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 11, 2017:

It's not a matter of favorite but of necessary: His position on immigration and the ban on Muslims....

Are there any agnostic Trump supporters?

Lancer comments on Dec 11, 2017:

He's not the best man for the job, but he's the best option they had. I'd rather a man who speaks the truth than a woman who leaves her people to die then tries to cover it up. Besides, Trump is taking a logical process to his job and is doing well.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 11, 2017:

Hillary's ways and words reminded me of the former president of my other country (Argentina)....also a woman....one who just became indicted for treason.

Are there any agnostic Trump supporters?

twshield comments on Dec 11, 2017:

There are alot here trust me...lol

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 11, 2017:

The way you said it is like we, the Trump supporters, are criminals.

Are there any agnostic Trump supporters?

SamL comments on Dec 11, 2017:

There are Trump supporters here. As to whether or not they enjoy logic and reasoning your guess is as good as mine.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 11, 2017:

Would you say I don't enjoy logic and I don't reason? I do...both...and I support Trump in several issues.

Why in these groups one never finds people from NY, NJ....even from CT?

Benthoven comments on Dec 10, 2017:

I'm not sure what you're asking here. Are you saying that there are no atheists or agnostics in New York or New Jersey? Cause here I am. I live in New York, work in New Jersey... and know people in both states. But nobody from Connecticut though. They all commute to the City.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 10, 2017:

My words: """" but although there are many non-believers around (I always encounter one or two a week) they don't seem interested in joining a group."""" IAW, the A/A from the states I mentioned RARELY form groups. When I visited Huntsville, Alabama...I share with their group....they were over 50 people at the coffee shop.

Why in these groups one never finds people from NY, NJ....even from CT?

Geophrii comments on Dec 10, 2017:

As a matter of fact I'm from Brooklyn

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 10, 2017:

Well, better than nothing...LOL

Why in these groups one never finds people from NY, NJ....even from CT?

JackPedigo comments on Dec 10, 2017:

Lucky you, I live on a small island and there are two of us. A couple of years ago I found out that on this island of 2,400 (permanent) residents there were 4 couples that were members of Freedom From Religion Foundation.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 10, 2017:

Please, tell me where are you located; there are many A/A groups around USA and I can find out for you. I wish we had more groups in NY.

Pushy Atheist?

AccursedHalo comments on Dec 9, 2017:

Haven't been told I was pushing my beliefs on anyone, but I have been in many arguments with my mom about it and then she starts crying and says she doesn't want to talk about it anymore. She starts to cry even when we are having a civil discussion. So, I can say i've been guilt tripped and shamed ...

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 10, 2017:

Your mom must be very well trained in brainwashing....she certainly knows her crying will make you feel guilty.

Pushy Atheist?

DUCHESSA comments on Nov 24, 2017:

No, I haven't....and I haven't because I don't waste any time talking about Atheism with people whose brains are intoxicated with religion.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 10, 2017:

1. I prefer "intoxicated". 2. I think your question about people "having a life" is out of touch.

Forget xmas - do you celebrate New Year's? How?

DUCHESSA comments on Dec 6, 2017:

I DON'T . NO FAMILY.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 8, 2017:

If you have to ring your friends....they are not friends and you don't want to share with them. Most people mix "friends with acquaintances."

How many Languages do you speak?

DUCHESSA comments on Dec 7, 2017:

Remember, the dirty words are the first ones you must learn ...in any language. I told that to my students.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 8, 2017:

btw, i LEARNED ABOUT TEACHING THE BAD WORDS (LOL) FROM MY PROFESSOR OF ITALIAN....WHO SAID "AS LONG AS YOU INSULT ME IN ITALIAN IS OK"

How many Languages do you speak?

DUCHESSA comments on Dec 7, 2017:

Remember, the dirty words are the first ones you must learn ...in any language. I told that to my students.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 7, 2017:

Dear, I never met an Argentinean that was "mojigata" ....and I lived in Buenos Aires 29 years.

How many Languages do you speak?

JosephHarrison comments on Dec 7, 2017:

I'm currently proficient in French and Spanish and am beginning to learn Italian.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 7, 2017:

I AM PRETTY SURE YOU ALREADY CAN READ CATALÁN. HAVE YOU TRIED? Si lees / hablas español puedes leer catalán.

How many Languages do you speak?

JosephHarrison comments on Dec 7, 2017:

I'm currently proficient in French and Spanish and am beginning to learn Italian.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 7, 2017:

And each one will help you to learn / improve the others. Romance Languages.

Isn’t it a shame a non-religious person have to keep their sanity secret?

Sarahroo29 comments on Dec 7, 2017:

Religion is a endemic and it needs to be eradicated.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 7, 2017:

Nope....is a pandemia.

Isn’t it a shame a non-religious person have to keep their sanity secret?

MrLizard comments on Dec 7, 2017:

I come from a family of (mostly) like minded people. I don't hide my agnosticism. But I don't wear it proudly either. Most people on FB, who are paying attention, are starting to learn it. For you, @EmeraldJewel, I think the issues may have to do with your close family and community. You may ...

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 7, 2017:

The believers wear their "beliefs" veeeeeeeery proudly....so proudly they feel they need to push them down your throat....Why no us to wear our Atheism / Agnosticism also proudly? I do.

Isn’t it a shame a non-religious person have to keep their sanity secret?

JohnGlass comments on Dec 7, 2017:

Let people know your thoughts. The more people that do it, the more it will be acceptable.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 7, 2017:

Not only acceptable but, also, ir will help others to take the same steps; you would be surprised how many times I hear "Me too." when I say that I am an Atheist.

Forget xmas - do you celebrate New Year's? How?

DUCHESSA comments on Dec 6, 2017:

I DON'T . NO FAMILY.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 7, 2017:

No interesting.....

Where does relationships with family stand when it comes to religion

Stevil comments on Dec 3, 2017:

I accept my religious family members fantasy, but resist attempts to reconvert me. I don't try and convert them to reality either .

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 4, 2017:

When I told a girl that I am an Atheist she said "I will give you a Bible." and I tols her: "No need, I have enough toilet paper."

Christian nudists are found in most branches and denominations of Christianity.

Hellbent comments on Dec 3, 2017:

@DOCHESSA I think I'd be too frightened to do that!

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 4, 2017:

Then, live with the curiosity.

How do atheist parents raise their kids in a super society?

webbew1 comments on Nov 27, 2017:

Why would you not expose your kids to religion? It's a part of society, and they're going to have to deal with religious people in their work places as well as their personal lives. Failure to expose your kids to religion is a recipe for allowing them to fail when they get out in to the real ...

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 3, 2017:

Yes, to expose them to religion is OK...but only from the educational point of view. Kids need to know how religion has affected mankind.

Christian nudists are found in most branches and denominations of Christianity.

Hellbent comments on Dec 2, 2017:

I understand some of the medieval Christian heretics encouraged nudity. Incidentally I encountered a religious attitude when I first went to a nudist colony. As soon as I took my clothes off they said "Christ!!" :)

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 3, 2017:

Lack of / wrong knowledge is your answer. Go to a nudist resort...then, come back and share YOUR experiences. Nothing like first hand learning.

Who's child free and over 35?

btroje comments on Dec 3, 2017:

chose not to have children in my teens

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 3, 2017:

I chose no to have kids. Period.

Please share one awesome thing about where you live. :)

resserts comments on Dec 3, 2017:

The cows in my county outnumber the people two-to-one. Moo! (Okay, more of a fun fact than a positive aspect, but it's the best I can think of at the moment.)

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 3, 2017:

Because you don't know the Patagonia Argentina...where the cows and sheep roam the valleys and pampas likethe kids in Walmart. LOL

Please share one awesome thing about where you live. :)

AMGT comments on Dec 3, 2017:

Yosemite, a beautiful coastline, palm trees, snowboarding and surfing in one day.. The natives are generally laid back.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 3, 2017:

New Zealand is looooooooooooooovely. Rotorua, the Caves........

Christian nudists are found in most branches and denominations of Christianity.

Hellbent comments on Dec 2, 2017:

I understand some of the medieval Christian heretics encouraged nudity. Incidentally I encountered a religious attitude when I first went to a nudist colony. As soon as I took my clothes off they said "Christ!!" :)

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 3, 2017:

Why I sense the members here have the wrong idea about Naturism?

Why do you reject the idea of religion?

Veronica comments on Oct 26, 2017:

In my late 30’s I began a degree in Theology. I had been a “born again” protestant christian for about 20 years, with a childhood background in catholicism. My aim in my degree was to major in Pastoral care and counselling with a view to working in that kind of area. I did finish the major ...

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 3, 2017:

Excellent post.

Why do you reject the idea of religion?

imaprimate comments on Oct 6, 2017:

I reject the idea of religion because I've held the bones of prehistoric hominids and animals in my hands (or casts of their bones when the real bones weren't available). I'm an evolutionary biologist and paleoanthropologist. Religion is entirely a social construct.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 3, 2017:

"Social construct" as in a load of bulls..t? ijijijiji

Christian nudists are found in most branches and denominations of Christianity.

Hellbent comments on Dec 2, 2017:

I understand some of the medieval Christian heretics encouraged nudity. Incidentally I encountered a religious attitude when I first went to a nudist colony. As soon as I took my clothes off they said "Christ!!" :)

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 2, 2017:

....AND, THEN, THEY PROCEEDED TO LAUGH...

Why do I find people who believe in the bible so unattractive?

Betty comments on Dec 2, 2017:

Maybe because you live by reason and logic. :)

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 2, 2017:

As I do.

Why do I find people who believe in the bible so unattractive?

pfreddie62 comments on Dec 2, 2017:

Probably because you are a self-reliant 'free' thinker, and christian people are happy living in their box, mentally confined by their religious dogma.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 2, 2017:

I wouldn't have problems with the Christians living in their own box........but we know they jump out of said box and affect mankind's evolution

Romantic gestures

DUCHESSA comments on Dec 1, 2017:

ORAL COMPLIMENTS

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 1, 2017:

NO, KREIG, NO CHEEKY AT ALL...

Do you support male circumcision?

BucketlistBob comments on Nov 29, 2017:

Geeze... I think doctors say a lot of the sensation skin is removed during that process. Of course I learned to live with what i got and it was fine. Heck , I could never find the answer of why they did it in the first place. If it was suppose to be a badge of honor, then they sure screwed that up....

DUCHESSA replies on Nov 29, 2017:

Read about phimosis and then you will know "why circumcision. ' LOL

Children: Are you ok if they wanna be religious?

DUCHESSA comments on Nov 28, 2017:

Why not? Don't you want your family to be OK with your Atheism?

DUCHESSA replies on Nov 28, 2017:

If they grow up to be atheists, agnostics, believers....and is their own decision....for sure they won't be growing up in an oppressed household.

Is it possible to be an atheist and not even try to be?

DUCHESSA comments on Nov 27, 2017:

There are two reasons that justify reading the Bible: 1) To gather ammo to fight back whatever silly comment / belief the theists have and 2) To give it a meaningful use when there is a shortage of toilet paper....although it can't provide a good service since comes from the factory already full of ...

DUCHESSA replies on Nov 27, 2017:

SHE GOT HER FEELINGS HURT?THESE BELIEVERS ARE AMAZING; THEY STEP ON YOUR FEELINGS, OPINIONS, RIGHTS, DECISIONS...BUT THEY GET THEIR FEELINGS HURT. She reminds me of a "friend" who got hurt / offended when I asked her to pay me the money I had lent to her several years before. These people are the "hardest-faces" who would cross your life.

What should I do when I get threaten with going to Hell?

DUCHESSA comments on Nov 26, 2017:

DO YOU REALLY NEED TO DEFEND YOURSELF AGAINST THOSE WORDS? I laugh.

DUCHESSA replies on Nov 26, 2017:

Specially if you laugh at them.

Demonizing women: Catholic church

splittingzero comments on Nov 21, 2017:

Do you realize what the word demon means? In Christian mythology it is an angel who followed Satan in a revolt against god. I would follow him right now. So how did it become a negative term? A chessboard that does not exist.

DUCHESSA replies on Nov 25, 2017:

i DO, DEAR, i DO...AND THE ANSWER IS "IN" YOUR POST.

CHRISTIANS' IGNORANCE ANNOYS ME TO NO END.

gearl comments on Nov 23, 2017:

That's a pretty sick thing to say to a five-year-old. If you don't have something good to say, it's best to not say anything at all, would have been good advice for that person. Maybe that child will remember what was said, get past the leukemia and grow up to be a strapping atheist. I'm an ...

DUCHESSA replies on Nov 24, 2017:

THE PROGNOSIS IS GOOD...AND THE CHILD IS QUITE BRIGHT; I DON'T DOUBT HE WILL REMEMBER THE WITCH

Why is so difficult ....?

RichardRaiment comments on Nov 22, 2017:

Depends where you're looking, I guess. I'm 66. Age does probably make a difference, though. The older you are, the more aware you are likely to be that your time in this life is diminishing and the prospect of an afterlife may become something one desires more to cling to.

DUCHESSA replies on Nov 24, 2017:

EXCUSE ME? ONLY IGNORANT PEOPLE THINK OF THE AFTERLIFE

CHRISTIANS' IGNORANCE ANNOYS ME TO NO END.

ErichZannIII comments on Nov 23, 2017:

Well, God doesn't intervene anymore. He stopped doing that, according to the Bible, anyway, after Jesus ascended. The Holy Spirit is non-interventionist. Perhaps He guided scientists to come up with these cures on humans' behalf. Assuming God exists, why would he give two shits about a race of ...

DUCHESSA replies on Nov 23, 2017:

Always assuming God exists...we must question the logic of him creating faulty human beings and, then, blaming them for their mistakes (Gene Roddenberry)

Why is so difficult ....?

sourceofdesire comments on Nov 22, 2017:

Previous generation, previous mindset of prevalent theistic beliefs. Humans evolve & older versions are left behind. Sounded very harsh, but I've respect for elders ,they've experience much to give us lessons for life. But that's just the harsh truth & that's how it happens.

DUCHESSA replies on Nov 23, 2017:

And who told you that 55+ is "old people"? Besides, if you were referring to Atheists 55+ people....no God fits in the equation. I have connected with Atheist people all my life. Now, simply, I want to deal with Atheists in my age bracket.

What countries have you traveled to?

mike1951 comments on Nov 22, 2017:

Canada.

DUCHESSA replies on Nov 23, 2017:

I loved Niagara on the Lake.

If you could change one rule of your choice?

DUCHESSA comments on Nov 23, 2017:

Please don't assume we all came from a religious background; I was born into an Atheist family...Atheist for generations going back to the end of the XIX century, in France. If I am not mistaken, my parents and siblings -who moved to Argentina in the 1940s- were one of the first Atheists families ...

DUCHESSA replies on Nov 23, 2017:

Didn't you assume? No? These are your words: ""I'm sure we all came from a religious background..." Your assumption bothers me because my parents and older siblings had a hard time finding jobs / getting settled in their new land (after suffering the WW II) because their Atheism. Fortunately, Argentina "evolved" rapidly thanks to foreign influence after the war and things started to improve.