This is the explosive change of perspective that has happened for me, personally, after I became an ...

Jolanta comments on Aug 14, 2020:

I am with Ricky

Perhaps I’m not as confident in my ability to discuss religion or philosophy or even politics.

Jolanta comments on Aug 13, 2020:

No, especially if you live in Texas.

I joined this site a couple years ago.

Jolanta comments on Aug 13, 2020:

Why oh why would you think that we”put up” with you. You are one of the treasures on this site.

How many people feel they live in the wrong part of the country to meet like-minded people?

Jolanta comments on Aug 13, 2020:

This would not be in Australia, most people could not care less if you are religious or not, actually they would be rather put out if you tried to “force” any kind of religion down their throats.

Another "Responsible Gun Owner" from one of the Usual Suspects states... [cnn.com]

Jolanta comments on Aug 12, 2020:

It takes a special kind of stupid to shoot at an military helicopter.

Goodbye message from OwlInaSack: Admin has suspended my account (I’m not sure why) – but ...

Jolanta comments on Aug 12, 2020:

Wow. It would be nice if they let you know why. Maybe it is only for a short time or maybe it is a mistake.

What is Intimacy?

Jolanta comments on Aug 12, 2020:

I am sorry that you have never experienced it. It’s the best thing. A big part of your problem may be that you have gone for “good” looks.

Thanks to Everyone that responded to my last post about red flags.

Jolanta comments on Aug 12, 2020:

You have to stop thinking that you are responsible for someone else actions.

[youtube.com] Hitchens delivers one of his best hammer blows to cocky audience member

Jolanta comments on Aug 12, 2020:

Amazing. Thank you for posting this.

This - from yet another social media discussion on Covid.

Jolanta comments on Aug 11, 2020:

So Satan is more powerful than god.

Someone shared this on my Facebook: 🙏🙏🙏Truth!!! While at Walmart this morning I was ...

Jolanta comments on Aug 11, 2020:

You need to get a life.

Joe Biden picks Kamala Harris as his running mate - CNNPolitics

Jolanta comments on Aug 11, 2020:

Wait and see how it all will pan out.

It is magic.

Jolanta comments on Aug 11, 2020:

And that is not the only thing you start feeling.

Hi Everyone, I am working on trying to identify red flags.

Jolanta comments on Aug 11, 2020:

I think you should stop talking to any guys and take care of your mental issues instead. It is not fair you not telling him.

Good Afternoon Everyone/Early Evening.

Jolanta comments on Aug 10, 2020:

That photo you holding the mask I had to look twice. First I thought you were holding a pair of knickers.

Someone asked the great question about whether or not we believed in things we had not seen.

Jolanta comments on Aug 10, 2020:

Well you can’t see a fart but you still believe in it.

Ever just sit there when the air is just right and sundown is coming slower than usual because ...

Jolanta comments on Aug 10, 2020:

Green?

I am such a new member; it brings tears to my eyes to write this.

Jolanta comments on Aug 10, 2020:

Oh, you sound like such a baby, in a nice way I am saying. Welcome and enjoy.

In 500 years from now do you think history books will be telling the story of how Americans and ...

Jolanta comments on Aug 10, 2020:

Religious leaders do not sacrifice anything for anybody ever. Stop being delusional.

Is Belief in God Necessary for Good Values?

Jolanta comments on Aug 10, 2020:

Well, no whatever gave people the idea that people cannot be moral or good without religion. Such a lot of nonsense.

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Jolanta comments on Aug 9, 2020:

Amen

My three worst internet dates

Jolanta comments on Aug 9, 2020:

Keep up the good work and keep us posted. I just cannot be bothered with most men anymore.

While on a long drive recently, I was listening to a show on NPR about immortality and time.

Jolanta comments on Aug 9, 2020:

Noooooooo. At some point in our lives we just had enough and want to go to the forever sleep.

Do all Christian denominations believe only they will go to heaven?

Jolanta comments on Aug 8, 2020:

No not all but who cares.

Televangelist Joyce Meyer: You Need To Be Stupid To Believe In God | Michael Stone

Jolanta comments on Aug 8, 2020:

You got to be stupid listening to her.

Christian Activist: Country Music Contains Magic ‘Spells’ That Change Human DNA | Michael Stone

Jolanta comments on Aug 8, 2020:

It is time for her to see that nice doctor in that nice white coat to have a chat with.

Vatican In Shock As 1,500-Year-Old Bible Claims Jesus Wasn’t Crucified

Jolanta comments on Aug 8, 2020:

I am sure they will find a way to put this to rest.

Have a question to ask that is medical in nature, but I am NOT a medical professional.

Jolanta comments on Aug 8, 2020:

There is no way that the government in the US want to do that until they have bought up as many shares in vitamin D as possible.

Scientists Disagree on the Universe’s Age, So Creationists Are Claiming Victory | Hemant Mehta | ...

Jolanta comments on Aug 8, 2020:

They grasp at any straw no matter how unrealistic.

Greetings Admins.

Jolanta comments on Aug 8, 2020:

I would use the VPN, just in case. Who know who may look at what you are viewing.

I am in a quandry and would like some opinions.

Jolanta comments on Aug 7, 2020:

Don't do it. Donate to something else and stick to it.

Snowflake disease is spreading or simply another C19 pandemic symptom?

Jolanta comments on Aug 6, 2020:

What is it with Snowflakes? Can you please elaborate on that.

Snowflake disease is spreading or simply another C19 pandemic symptom?

Jolanta comments on Aug 6, 2020:

There are many so called experts who have no clue how to present their cases and rather belittle and scream at people.

Falwell apologizes for unzipped pants photo: ‘I’m gonna try to be a good boy’ - POLITICO

Jolanta comments on Aug 6, 2020:

Is that the mormon university?

[yahoo.

Jolanta comments on Aug 6, 2020:

The swastika not only has to do with the natzis in Asian cultures the swastika means something completely different. There are many symbols around the world who mean different things to different people.

John Pilger reveals more warmongering US propaganda he believes will lead to nuclear bombing of ...

Jolanta comments on Aug 6, 2020:

I honestly hope not. If the US bombs China we will all perish.

Alabama Pastor & GOP State Senator Prays at KKK Founder's Birthday Church Forces Resignation

Jolanta comments on Aug 6, 2020:

Good riddance.

The fuel stop from hell.

Jolanta comments on Aug 5, 2020:

To be avoided at all costs.

Acceptance

Jolanta comments on Aug 5, 2020:

It all depends where you live. If in the US then probably not. Where I live most people don't give a hoot.

Does anyone really think Ronald Reagan was a good person [youtube.com]

Jolanta comments on Aug 5, 2020:

Funny how a lot of old movie stars are every such right wing horrible people.

Does anyone really think Ronald Reagan was a good person [youtube.com]

Jolanta comments on Aug 5, 2020:

Nancy did.

Why would a lifelong atheist suddenly decide to become baptized into Mormonism and be going on a ...

Jolanta comments on Aug 5, 2020:

Aren't mormons into polygamy? That may be a draw card.

I need an atheist/agnostic girl friend. Who is ready for it??

Jolanta comments on Aug 5, 2020:

Not me. That would be like going out with my grandson.

Two Elected Officials in Lake Wales (FL) Walked Out During an Atheist Invocation | Hemant Mehta | ...

Jolanta comments on Aug 5, 2020:

Maybe they need to go to the toilet urgently.

When a keyboard warrior calls me stupid, yet expects me to listen to what they have to say while ...

Jolanta comments on Aug 5, 2020:

When people start swearing I stop listening. If you cannot express yourself without profanity you need to get a thesaurus or go back to school or your mother needs to wash your mouth out with soap.

Was finding this educational and wanted to share it as I recently decided to go pescatarian because ...

Jolanta comments on Aug 5, 2020:

Yes, me too.

A new movie is coming up on the life of Shakuntala Devi, who was called the Human Computer in 1950s ...

Jolanta comments on Aug 4, 2020:

She sounds amazing, I shall look her up.

Trump Disrespects John Lewis He Has No Shame But So Shameful The Edited Clip From Axios Interview

Jolanta comments on Aug 4, 2020:

It’s all about me and nobody else, nobody.

Shame, shame, shame on the Democrats! This is EXACTLY why many of us are no longer willing to vote ...

Jolanta comments on Aug 4, 2020:

Most so called Democrats should join the Republican party pronto.

Just watched a video of Hitch that someone posted here.

Jolanta comments on Aug 4, 2020:

Wow. Can you please explain the last sentence to me.

Fox's Jeanine Pirro: “I don't want a vaccine” for coronavirus | Media Matters for America

Jolanta comments on Aug 4, 2020:

To perish is their choice.

[fempositive.

Jolanta comments on Aug 4, 2020:

Us women always gets the blame, no matter what. I am so sick of it. It is about time that men are responsible for where they look and how they act.

Pakistani Man accused of blasphemy shot dead at his trial for Blasphemy So see if you can follow ...

Jolanta comments on Aug 3, 2020:

There are religious fanatics everywhere.

Rick Wiles: I Need $100 Million to Preach at Viewers Until Jesus Comes Back | Hemant Mehta | ...

Jolanta comments on Aug 3, 2020:

Not one cent will help him when Covid gets him.

The Prosperity Gospel VS The Actual Gospels Everybody knows the gospels of the bible are Matthew,...

Jolanta comments on Aug 3, 2020:

Amen

I had TV on earlier, and just for the hellovit , I didn't change the channel when a holy-roller ...

Jolanta comments on Aug 2, 2020:

When he spoke about the devil is constantly tempting, he was mainly speaking about himself and the troubles he finds himself in all the time.

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Jolanta comments on Aug 2, 2020:

Excellent, but of course the rednecks in the US would disagree.

It is sad and ironic how so many who claim to be rational free-thinkers also support censorship of ...

Jolanta comments on Aug 2, 2020:

Free speech is important but so is stopping misinformation and lies.

Ota Benga: The Black Man the Bronx Zoo Put on Display In 1906 | Mental Floss

Jolanta comments on Aug 2, 2020:

Shameful and some of it is still going on.

[democracynow.

Jolanta comments on Aug 2, 2020:

I don't know, I am not there and have not heard much about this. Used by whom?

Everybody has someone or some group that they react and/or discrimenate against.

Jolanta comments on Aug 2, 2020:

I don't see the Everybody Against The Jews. I am not against the jews and I know a lot of other people who do not feel against the jews either.

India, religion, matchmaking, and atheists

Jolanta comments on Aug 1, 2020:

I have been to India several times and religion is very big there. If you read about India and religion you will find that one should strive to become rich and powerful, that is the most important thing then when one is old one should look after ones soul.

Why is it that when something like a pandemic hits.

Jolanta comments on Aug 1, 2020:

Some people just are so indoctrinated that nothing helps, no words, no deaths, nothing to make them see what is going on. And if you get covid they will blame you because you are a non believer too.

An answer to those of us questioning the recent picture of tRumpty Dumpty with all his ...

Jolanta comments on Aug 1, 2020:

I don't know I rather like some of his paintings. I don't give a hoot about him being religious but find some of his painting colorful and happy. It's the same as if I was to be sick and needed a specific medicine but the person who "invented" that medicine was a religious nutter, now I certainly would not take that medicine on account of his/hers convictions.

Religion bans a lot of things that apparently offend the Almighty One but why?

Jolanta comments on Aug 1, 2020:

I never understood the anger by religious people when one talks about Jesus or God without saying how marvelous they are. They get so offended, but are okay with not following the ten commandments themselves.

Wow, summer has gone by fast.

Jolanta comments on Aug 1, 2020:

Well we still have bloody horrible winter here. At the moment it is foggy as sh....t and it is cold too. Please, please spring hurry up.

Probably none of you noticed, but I unfriended all here who were “friends” on my personal fb ...

Jolanta comments on Aug 1, 2020:

Sometimes one just should stop listening to others and do what is best for one.

Love this spot!!!! Anyone been there?

Jolanta comments on Jul 31, 2020:

Fabulous.

What are you giving up if you don't like Democratic Socialism?

Jolanta comments on Jul 31, 2020:

I like Social Democracy. I was brought up in a country that is social democratic and it beats any other system. Both for the rich and the poor.

What's a favorite repair you did?

Jolanta comments on Jul 31, 2020:

I try to fix things and if it doesn't work it goes in the bin.

I'd like to know if others in this forum agree with me on this.

Jolanta comments on Jul 31, 2020:

You are more likely to see pigs fly than the Church opening its coffers for Planned Parenthood or any other charity.

This is why I am a minimalist, and have been since well before it became a pop-culture thing.

Jolanta comments on Jul 30, 2020:

Oh, yes.

I'm spending some time diddling and reflecting. Want to come along for the ride?

Jolanta comments on Jul 30, 2020:

I think a huge percentage of the US population is busy trying to stay afloat and don’t have the time or energy to worry about what the government is doing. Neither do they want to know that they are lied to.

[businessinsider.

Jolanta comments on Jul 29, 2020:

And many more.

US coronavirus: Nation could see deaths in the 'multiple hundreds of thousands,' group says - CNN

Jolanta comments on Jul 29, 2020:

The US population stands at 331 million plus at the moment. The death toll on an average is 923 per day. As it ramps up the death toll will rise. Nothing to look forward to.

I received this in our local telegram chat and I'm taken aback by what this article says about ...

Jolanta comments on Jul 29, 2020:

I think it is a positive to be less emotional. Just look at the nutty religious, speaking in tongues or being upset when someone tell them that they don't believe in god.

One of my longtime hobbies is proving very valuable in this time of extreme isolation .

Jolanta comments on Jul 28, 2020:

They are beautiful. It the tumbler electric or do you have to do it?

Man would indeeded be in a poor way if he had to be restrained by fear of punishment and hope of ...

Jolanta comments on Jul 28, 2020:

And a lot are.

My harvest today.

Jolanta comments on Jul 27, 2020:

I can feel the lovely taste of home grown tomatoes already.

I came here to find a friend.

Jolanta comments on Jul 27, 2020:

Hi, I am just fine. I am lucky enough to live in a place where we only have one active covid case. We do have restrictions but not many. I wish you luck.

I call it, The Santa Claus Paradox My kid believes in Santa, Elf on the Shelf, the Tooth Fairy, ...

Jolanta comments on Jul 27, 2020:

How old is he?

So first post. Woo. So much pressure um. Well first off. Hey?

Jolanta comments on Jul 26, 2020:

Some of them may come around.

I’m a gun aficionado, and I sometimes post pictures on Facebook of my target after I’ve shot ...

Jolanta comments on Jul 26, 2020:

Never the less. It’s not nice.

In my last post i spoke about coming out as an atheist and the ramifications of doing so.

Jolanta comments on Jul 26, 2020:

It will take time to readjust and make a new life, hang in there you will see it was all worth it.

Sunday morning cuteness

Jolanta comments on Jul 26, 2020:

Kitty looks a bit sad, what no breakfast yet. Is that the problem?

Conservatives Lash Out After Biden Says Kids Should Learn About Islam in School | Beth Stoneburner ...

Jolanta comments on Jul 26, 2020:

Of course they should. World religions should be thought at school. I went to school in Sweden and we were thought about different religions.

Discovered the bees nest in my back yard is a wasps(insect, not KKK) nest.

Jolanta comments on Jul 26, 2020:

You probably would be better off getting the professionals in. You may be sorry.

There have been 23 deaths this year among Fort Hood's 36,500 soldiers.

Jolanta comments on Jul 26, 2020:

And it's growing.

While on a road trip, an elderly couple stopped at a roadside restaurant for lunch.

Jolanta comments on Jul 26, 2020:

Time for her to trade him in.

22 People Caught COVID at Preacher Andrew Wommack’s Bible Conference | Hemant Mehta | Friendly ...

Jolanta comments on Jul 26, 2020:

He should be arrested and they should throw away the key.

Millennials Are Leaving Religion And Not Coming Back | FiveThirtyEight

Jolanta comments on Jul 26, 2020:

Many people turn to religion not because they do believe but because they are lonely and the religious community welcomes them with open arms most of the time.

I love this one.

Jolanta comments on Jul 26, 2020:

Must be in the US, they don't have to pay the bears anything.

I had two previous Feminist Polygyny relationships before when I used to live in USA.

Jolanta comments on Jul 26, 2020:

Well, well, well, the happiest time of your life. I notice how it is talking about a man and several women or a man and two women. Nothing about one woman and several men. How come?

"If parents treated their children as evenhandedly as America treats its citizens, one child would ...

Jolanta comments on Jul 25, 2020:

And another would get a bullet.

How to have sex during the pandemic.

Jolanta comments on Jul 24, 2020:

I suspect that you are a exhibitionist.

Supreme Court Rejects Argument That Nevada Restriction on Church Attendance is Unconstitutional

Jolanta comments on Jul 24, 2020:

You don't see any Muslims or other religions taking this to court, just the evangelical nutters.

Romantic relationship with a strongly religious person?

Jolanta comments on Jul 24, 2020:

Forget it, save yourself some time and headaches. Don't even think about it.

"When it comes to bullshit, big-time, major league bullshit, you have to stand in awe of the ...

Jolanta comments on Jul 24, 2020:

All powerful has no need for money or he would not be all powerful.

I just watched Soylent Green on TV last night.

Jolanta comments on Jul 24, 2020:

Who knows maybe God send us Covid to take care of the problem, being sarcastic here.

Many people are desperate to find a soul mate, someone who responds to their deep image of love and ...

Jolanta comments on Jul 24, 2020:

I think you and me are on the same page there.