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With 2019 on the horizon, maybe we can do away with political correctness and hypersensitivity ...
JL1133 comments on Dec 27, 2018:
Thanks for this post. Lol. Love seeing all the people that need a safe space after reading your comment. ?
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 27, 2018:
@DoctoralZombie I love it!
Sad but true.......
Novelty comments on Dec 27, 2018:
I've heard several people say really bad stuff about Robin Williams after his suicide, but in reality he may have just been a brutal realist in his core being.
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 27, 2018:
@Mortal Oh I see what you mean. Perhaps the bible got one little thing right: "Ye who is without sin, cast the first stone". Pity christians ignore that particular quote.
Sad but true.......
Novelty comments on Dec 27, 2018:
I've heard several people say really bad stuff about Robin Williams after his suicide, but in reality he may have just been a brutal realist in his core being.
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 27, 2018:
like what?
In case you're thinking of converting...
KKGator comments on Dec 27, 2018:
Jim Keller of West Reading is a badass. I also freakin' love your name.
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 27, 2018:
was just thinking the same thing. I mean about the name Beelzeebubbles.
Seriously?
Novelty comments on Dec 27, 2018:
Holy shit, so this Bishop seems to think the Arabs have it right, like women should live with a sleeping bag over their heads. What a piece of shit.
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 27, 2018:
It's also insulting to men; inferring that they can't control themselves. But the church always brings it back to Eve who caused the downfall of mankind.
Seriously?
BufftonBeotch comments on Dec 27, 2018:
Priests can't even keep their dicks out of children. I have no idea while millions still turn to them for moral authority,
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 27, 2018:
@TommyNIK Hey did you watch documentary Pope: Most Powerful man in the World. 6 part series. I'm only up to episode 3 but it is a fascinating history of the Catholic Church. I recommend it to everyone. It should be compulsory viewing for Catholics.
"Some women appreciate being recognized for what they do or who they are more so than for what they ...
SoullessHeathen comments on Dec 26, 2018:
The key word in this is "some". Some, to me, implies a limited quantity. Most of the women I know would prefer the superficial, "oh my God, you are soooo pretty"..... to me it's just meh..
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 27, 2018:
@Donotbelieve I think the internet has caused a real set back for young girls and young men. They post pictures of themselves posing like models, pouting, looking cool, sexy and it's all about looks and how many 'likes' the pic attracts. This can put enormous pressure on some of our young people and it also makes them very superficial.
"Some women appreciate being recognized for what they do or who they are more so than for what they ...
jondspen comments on Dec 26, 2018:
Really? Is that why there is a billion dollar weight loss and make up industry? Is that why every woman's magazine I see at the grocery store always has on the cover some article about losing weight and looking good? Ahhhh....yes, there are some women who don't care about their looks. But ...
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 27, 2018:
@jondspen Everyone wants to look their best when they go looking for a mate. It would be perfectly normal for some hot young thing to catch your eye. What the article is saying is women want to be recognised not JUST as eye candy. Now you could got up to the hot young thing and tell her she has fantastic tits but that is not be the most respectful thing to say to another human being. However if you just started a conversation with her, found out she was smart and funny, you may find her more receptive to your overtures. You may even find her MORE attractive because of these attributes.
Do you believe Chiropractors are effective?
Shouldbefishing comments on Dec 25, 2018:
A good, comprehensive round of stretches (like you did in gym class before a work out) will do just as much good. Also, two places people always take the cheap shit route are shoes and their mattress. You're on both for about 8 hours a day.... why buy the cheap shit? Actual massage therapists can do...
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 25, 2018:
@Shouldbefishing Just stay away from stilettos. Those will play havoc with your back!! :D
Do you believe Chiropractors are effective?
Shouldbefishing comments on Dec 25, 2018:
A good, comprehensive round of stretches (like you did in gym class before a work out) will do just as much good. Also, two places people always take the cheap shit route are shoes and their mattress. You're on both for about 8 hours a day.... why buy the cheap shit? Actual massage therapists can do...
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 25, 2018:
@kgoodyear A good supportive pair shoes does make all the difference.
Do you believe Chiropractors are effective?
AnneWimsey comments on Dec 25, 2018:
DO NOT LET THEM SNAP YOUR NECK! I suffered a brain stem stroke at age 38...turned 39 in the hospital, still have residual damage at 70. Do you know you can become a "doctor of chiropractic", in any state, with a bigh school diploma and 2 years of courses, from on-line schools?
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 25, 2018:
@kgoodyear Thanks for that. I just did some research (in my own country). In Aust, one must have completed a five year degree so that is pretty intensive. After that they may apply for registration and call themselves a doctor. Now this makes me want to look further into evidence based research in this area.
Do you believe Chiropractors are effective?
AnneWimsey comments on Dec 25, 2018:
DO NOT LET THEM SNAP YOUR NECK! I suffered a brain stem stroke at age 38...turned 39 in the hospital, still have residual damage at 70. Do you know you can become a "doctor of chiropractic", in any state, with a bigh school diploma and 2 years of courses, from on-line schools?
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 25, 2018:
Is it legal though to call yourself a doctor? Don't you have to be a MD or have a PhD? btw that is a horrific experience to have gone through.
The Humanist Dilemma: Can an Agnostic Teen Be Honest and Keep up the Good Work? - TheHumanist.com
ForTheBirds comments on Oct 25, 2018:
Oh, have some fun with it. I used to sit down with my drink at parties and open a conversation with " I believe all religions are lies. What do you think? " Sometimes there would be someone smart and articulate enough to take me on. I also liked to say " I think Judio Christianity combined with ...
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 25, 2018:
@Moobellob I've always been struck by the irony in 'Civil War'. But perhaps we need to devote an entire post to favourite oxymorons. I love them.
The Humanist Dilemma: Can an Agnostic Teen Be Honest and Keep up the Good Work? - TheHumanist.com
Wrain62 comments on Oct 30, 2018:
Churches bring people together. It is often one of the o lying places where people can gather to talk about philosophy, ethics, and abstract principles while developing friends and just being part of a community. I wish agnostics like myself could compete with what churches do, but it is so hard.
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 25, 2018:
Have you checked out MeetUp groups in your area? I'm a member of #sceptics and #atheist-talks in my area.It is fun to meet with like minded folk in real life too. You just might find a partner too.
Supernatural VS Atheist
MRWellsJr1989 comments on Jul 22, 2018:
I can't bring myself to believe in anything more than that of which i can see, smell, taste, hear or feel
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 25, 2018:
@bigpawbullets oh yes stupidity is definitely over-represented in Australia. :D
Xmas in Australia.
David1955 comments on Dec 22, 2018:
Except for those, like me, who prefer an air conditioned house, turkey, vegetables, pudding, and iced honey lemon tea, followed by good coffee. We're not all the stereotype. :-)
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 23, 2018:
Your English ancestry is showing David!
You have to keep breaking your heart until it opens. Rumi
maturin1919 comments on Dec 23, 2018:
I'm not sure who this Rumi character is, but their memes often make me nauseous.
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 23, 2018:
Some people just don't want to be polished!
What would cause you to end a relationship?
MsDemeanour comments on Dec 22, 2018:
Death ended my last one. There was no coming back from that
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 23, 2018:
@nicknotes Thanks mate. It actually happened many years ago. I can't help being sardonic. I am actually very happy in my life. I have great family and friends and a job I love. I find humour (if a tad dark at times) in most things. I don't have a partner but don't feel a gaping hole in my life so not very pro active in that department.
Is jobs and relationship tha same thing
Blakadow comments on Nov 29, 2018:
No1has tha balls or boobs to come out from tha shadows with these lame hashtags bcuz guess wha I lay my head there
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 23, 2018:
@48thRonin For 'short hand' he certainly does have plenty of superfluous words. Amusing as it is, I'm not really interested in Yangyin. What interests me is this tendency to write as we speak. I do it myself, though not as adept as our friend here.But I put in my 'woulda' 'shoulda' 'wadya know?' It is an attempt to be more friendly,, plus it amuses me. Hopefully meaning isn't lost. God knows irony is lost on haf the folk here. But there are plenty of people out there that respond to casual talk as if it is an asset. Usually when we give a speech, we put our formal form of address; not so with your president. Trump proclaims whatever pops into his mind in exactly the same manner as if he was chatting to the bloke at the next urinal. For some reason, this appealed to the uneducated masses who never could understand the more formal language of statesmen/women. I sincerely hope this trend doesn't continue.
You have to keep breaking your heart until it opens. Rumi
AmmaRE007 comments on Dec 20, 2018:
The wound is the place where the light enters you RUMI
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 23, 2018:
infections too :p
Xmas in Australia.
TristanNuvo comments on Dec 22, 2018:
no snow here in Florida where I live. this is a great pick of how a regular day in Clearwater is.
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 22, 2018:
Yes I believe we in Brisbane Aust have similar weather as Florida. Yours will be a very comfortable time.Mine could be stinking hot.
A VERY secular song about celebrating xmas in Australia without all the religious rubbish.
daylily comments on Dec 22, 2018:
I knew this was going to be the song before I clicked. Yeah, it's one of my favorites too. Pretty much can make me bawl like a baby. I find it deeply touching.
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 22, 2018:
So do I daylily. When he goes on about his little daughter. It's just so sweet. And not what we are used to from Tim Minchin
What would an intelligently designed human actually look like?
Donotbelieve comments on Dec 6, 2018:
I am right here. Bahahaha. ?
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 22, 2018:
@Blakadow a VIRGO you say! Not only religious but a bloody virgo! Go play with your crystal balls
Has anyone noticed an abundance of Islamic presenters in news and light entertainment all of a ...
MsDemeanour comments on Dec 21, 2018:
Not really noticed but I tell you what, I am well over having to regularly go to the hairdresser; make sure my hair is looking 'good' for my day at work. Fuck it! I'm getting a head scarf too.
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 21, 2018:
@FrayedBear YOu want me to get you one too Frayed Bear?
Question regarding responses, mainly on memes, but really on any post I guess.
flithyMONKEYmen comments on Dec 20, 2018:
I don’t care for the points feature. I get it, but I don’t care for it. So I make no effort to gain points. I reply when I want to, post if I want to, and emoticon if I want to— never because I can get (or give) points for the activity. But, maybe that’s just me.
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 21, 2018:
I find the point system a bit of a wank really. It's like being at preschool and getting a gold star for your good work. I don't need a pat on the back. I also find it odd when people feel there is some sort of status in getting lots of points. lol
People with the healthiest personality types have these three qualities
RhondaShotwell comments on Dec 21, 2018:
And then there's this. https://www.bigperspectives.com/2018/11/new-research-says-intelligent-people.html?fbclid=IwAR0CIJ9kLOBH_xT3AqAJaDFGZ5JPP9oI9OQNm5QprHN8sfk6ATy3OEtoFQ4
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 21, 2018:
I prefer this one. This is me :D
I joined a closed group called "we love president Trump" to see what those people were saying.
Diogenes comments on Dec 20, 2018:
That is why I am an agnostic and NOT an atheist- I refuse to talk to morons about something that is so moronically infantile. The smartest person/s that have ever existed can not tell how (or why) this universe ever came into being.
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 21, 2018:
not yet you mean. Still, we can say that the universe could have come about WITHOUT a god.
You know, it's really unfortunate that all politicians aren't required to be musicians in order to ...
MsDemeanour comments on Dec 18, 2018:
It's rather a pity they don't have to do a psych test too.
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 21, 2018:
@evidentialist quite right. If people on building sites have to have random drug tests so should people who make the laws of the land. I'd really like my surgeon to have a drug test too.
I was recently asked, "Why do priests rape children".
MsDemeanour comments on Dec 17, 2018:
Also I am wary of your figures. We had a Royal Commisson here in Australia into the catholic Church on pedophilia claims. Stats I found were that 1% of the general male population is a pedophile while the concentration in churches was 7%
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 18, 2018:
@NoMagicCookie When I re look, i am not happy with the source. I too am having trouble finding reputable sources and consistent numbers. I need to look at my university library for some peer reviewed research.
5 Things People Get Wrong About Homelessness | HuffPost
MsDemeanour comments on Dec 16, 2018:
That last myth gets me. "it's their own fault they're homeless". That means we don't have to take responsibility. Why are we allowing this? Why aren't our governments taking care of their own people? People are born into an unequal world. It makes me sad and it makes me angry.
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 17, 2018:
@Detritus how do people profit from the homeless?
I rely on experts in their field to give me the facts or hypotheses.
camne comments on Dec 17, 2018:
I take exception to the claim that if various forces were different, the universe couldn't support life... It couldn't support life *as we know it*... other forms of life developed in those other circumstances would look around, and say the same about our universe.
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 17, 2018:
ok. I just quoted the text book.
METOO is profitable: "Dushku was paid $9.
JacarC comments on Dec 16, 2018:
To me this was another example of someone getting all offended for nothing. And, as expected, "he is guilty be he is guilty." This is an example of how looney this has become. One joke in context and she feels uncomfortable. This was not harassment. Last year Morgan Freeman got blamed ...
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 17, 2018:
@jorj 'a great movement' You have learned NOTHING. Not a damn thing from the comments of all these women here or the original article itself. You don't get it, even the fundamentals. Feminism is about equal opportunity.(For all). It is not about women being men or lifting the same weight as the average man can. It is about being treated fairly and respectfully. I'm wasting my breath. Your ears are closed. You are part of the problem. I've had my say. I refuse to give this post anymore of my attention. You and Jaycar can keep beating your chests but I've had quite enough of this dribble.
METOO is profitable: "Dushku was paid $9.
JacarC comments on Dec 16, 2018:
To me this was another example of someone getting all offended for nothing. And, as expected, "he is guilty be he is guilty." This is an example of how looney this has become. One joke in context and she feels uncomfortable. This was not harassment. Last year Morgan Freeman got blamed ...
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 17, 2018:
@jorj I begin to think you must be on the spectrum. Not because you have a different viewpoint but because you are so lacking in empathy. I guess you can't help that.
METOO is profitable: "Dushku was paid $9.
JacarC comments on Dec 16, 2018:
To me this was another example of someone getting all offended for nothing. And, as expected, "he is guilty be he is guilty." This is an example of how looney this has become. One joke in context and she feels uncomfortable. This was not harassment. Last year Morgan Freeman got blamed ...
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 17, 2018:
@jorj I don't think you understand how it feels to be sexualised and laughed about, had parts of your body groped by someone bigger and stronger than you. In the back of a woman's mind there is ALWAYS the fear men's physical strength could overcome you. There is always a fear of rape. Yes i know all about 'men's jokes'. When I was young it was the norm at the office to be told 'gee nice legs, bum. " can i play with your tits?' (this was said while other males laughed uproariously). I was shy kid and hated any sort of attention. This stuff had me in tears. And contrary to your opinion, it wouldn't have mattered if it had been Leonardo DCap. I would not have welcomed this from ANYONE and neither do other women. Believe it or not this is NOT the way to pick up females. Everyone deserves to be treated with respect. I left this job knowing that there was recourse for me. MY boss would've said exactly what you say 'oh it's just a joke'. 'THe boys are only kidding. It's harmless'. Well it didn't feel harmless to me. I wished i was bat shit ugly.
I have just read that an academic study shows older folks who have regular sex stay healthier than ...
PalacinkyPDX comments on Dec 16, 2018:
So great, if you're an older person who isn't likely to get any sex... you're just shit out of luck? You're not only alone but your health will suck. Surveys like this never really go into their methodology or the various issues which might also impact their findings... like how isolated the person ...
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 17, 2018:
if you're older and having sex one assumes there is intimacy and perhaps a second or two of joy. There have been many studies indicating that lonely elderly are prone to depression which can lead to lower immunity and thus higher health risks. On the other hand I recall this chemist telling me that STI's are extremely prevalent in nursing homes. I guess there is no need to 'save yourself for marriage' by that age. Some might think it thrill to die of syphilis at 94
I rely on experts in their field to give me the facts or hypotheses.
dalefvictor comments on Dec 16, 2018:
Think of the number of other Univeerses like they are a bubble in a sheet of foam. One bubble for each Universe. The membrane between the bubbles is a membrane like described in String Theory.
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 16, 2018:
oh I see. Thanks for that. My poor little brain is still coming to terms with the vastness of so many universes though. I think I must get off this internet and enjoy my world more. Life is wonderous and I'm feeling rather lucky to be alive right now. :D
METOO is profitable: "Dushku was paid $9.
John_Tyrrell comments on Dec 16, 2018:
Yes - the settlement had nothing to do with the fact that she was essentially fired from the series, lost what she would have been paid - and by being fired, reduced her future employment prospects. Oh no - the settlement had absolutely nothing to do with that. [Edit: insert #sarcasm tag for ...
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 16, 2018:
@CoastRiderBill "I'm playing chess with a pigeon" !! hahaha I'm going to have to store that one away for future use. :D
METOO is profitable: "Dushku was paid $9.
JacarC comments on Dec 16, 2018:
To me this was another example of someone getting all offended for nothing. And, as expected, "he is guilty be he is guilty." This is an example of how looney this has become. One joke in context and she feels uncomfortable. This was not harassment. Last year Morgan Freeman got blamed ...
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 16, 2018:
@jorj There is a good argument for this stance but nothing speaks louder than money to these production companies. If it had gone to court, the actor would've got a slap on the wrist. But what is needed is for this whole sexist culture to be addressed. Now if companies know they will have to fork out money to complainants then they will be more likely to ensure such instances are nipped in the bud. They will set in place sexual harassment workplace policies.
METOO is profitable: "Dushku was paid $9.
Green_eyes comments on Dec 16, 2018:
He didn’t make jokes about a line in the script. He made comments about her appearance, threesomes and rape jokes. It’s a clear harassment case. If you’re unclear on that you could try that out on a woman at your place of employment as an experiment. I know at mine, you’d get canned.
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 16, 2018:
@Jacar you said "why is it so many want to not believe him?" The reason is because so many of us have been on the receiving end of these comments that make us feel uncomfortable and vulnerable. The trouble with you is you don't want to even TRY to understand how demeaning it makes us feel. How dare you! YOu have NO fckin idea.
Unconditional love....... Is there such a thing?
mordant comments on Dec 11, 2018:
It doesn't necessarily even hold for children or pets. Pets have been known to turn on people for no reason or for some tragic reason like rabies. Children sometimes turn on their parents because they have mental health issues or personality disorders or even because the parents themselves were ...
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 15, 2018:
@mordant Borderline Personality disorder is possibly the hardest disorder to treat. I feel your pain. Unfortunately the trauma this girl has experienced as a child has damaged her. No matter how much your wife must protect and distance herself, I am sure she still loves her girl. Yes your situation is very different. When I spoke of unconditional love, it was a healthy love. My children, despite losing their father at a very young age had a very stable and loving upbringing. They were secure in my love but there was discipline because I felt a responsibility to role model and teach values and boundaries. The result has been 4 admirable young men I am very proud of. I realise I am very lucky BUT I did put my own life on hold when I raised them. I put them before anything and anyone, including myself. Now my life is my own and I am very happy to reclaim my life and perhaps be lucky enough to have a relationship one day.
Unconditional love....... Is there such a thing?
RobertMartin comments on Dec 11, 2018:
I believe that people use unconditional love to justify things such as adultery, cruelty and domestic violence.
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 14, 2018:
@MissKathleen Loving unconditionally also means that if your husband molested your son you would continue to love him. CAn you agree to that?
Unconditional love....... Is there such a thing?
CallMeDave comments on Dec 11, 2018:
How about love of certain foods?
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 14, 2018:
I love oysters unconditionally!
Unconditional love....... Is there such a thing?
Charity comments on Dec 11, 2018:
Unconditional love? Yes! Unconditional like? No!
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 14, 2018:
@Charity How do you 'love' most people?. I mean most people are acquaintances, or colleagues. I like most people and in fact I always try to find something good in everyone but I certainly don't love many. I am a humanist and care about others but I love but a small circle. Luckily I also like the ones I love but as I mentioned above I only have unconditional love for my children. I do love trees tho. Possibly more than many people.
Unconditional love....... Is there such a thing?
mordant comments on Dec 11, 2018:
It doesn't necessarily even hold for children or pets. Pets have been known to turn on people for no reason or for some tragic reason like rabies. Children sometimes turn on their parents because they have mental health issues or personality disorders or even because the parents themselves were ...
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 14, 2018:
I will always love my children unconditionally, no matter how much I may detest their behaviour or if they brought me shame. I may not always 'like' them but they can be sure I will always love them.
Would like your opinion on this.
DavidMiller1 comments on Nov 18, 2018:
Well I've seen ridiculous comments like blow up his world and the like, but I think everyone should at least be told to stop once, from what I can gather from your question you haven't said stop yet, you can easily say so in reply to one of his messages, you can be as nice as you like but be clear....
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 12, 2018:
He is clearly lacking in empathy if he can't read the signals when someone is not interested. This is harassment and he is taking advantage because he has control of the situation while making her feel uncomfortable. I agree she needs to be explicit and direct in setting boundaries.
Would like your opinion on this.
JacarC comments on Nov 20, 2018:
For you: document everything that has happened. Be prepared to tell all. Talk to more than one person about this now. Be clear: tell him to stop. Do this in front of someone you trust if he does not stop. To understand him more: An interesting perspective about this: Esther Perel "the ...
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 12, 2018:
"to understand him more"!!!! Why should she? HE bloody well knows he is out of line. Why is it always the woman who has to understand where the man is coming from?
Would like your opinion on this.
bigpawbullets comments on Nov 21, 2018:
Jeez. Checking back when I find the post count has hit 100. And, it seems I'm the only one recommending a swift, and conclusive solution to this. Although @Kkgator comes pretty close. What the heck is wrong with you people? Be nice? Be "gentle"??? Someone should take this clod out to the ...
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 12, 2018:
What you don't understand being male, is that there will always be for us women that 'fear factor of what if?'. What goes through our minds is this "He is bigger than me. He could hurt me. He could rape me" "i do not want to get him offside or angry".
Do you believe that a cure for cancer exists, but it's not available to the public because medical ...
darien75 comments on Dec 5, 2018:
I do indeed the us government hold a patent number for a few cures for diseases. Cancer and aids being top of the list but big pharma pay big time cash to bury them.
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 12, 2018:
@darien75 And is Jesus your Lord and Saviour?
A good interview with Jordan Peterson.
kasmian comments on Dec 10, 2018:
Jordan Peterson does make some good points and the regressive left IS a reality, but I think he's a bit too one sided on the issue. Sometimes he just ignores the arguments of the opposition instead of addressing them and he rarely takes the time to see the perspective of who he's debating. He's been...
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 11, 2018:
lol he DOES sound like Kermit which is rather unfortunate. I'd love to to hear him sing the rainbow song.
Mandela’s grandson on visit: ‘Israel is the worst apartheid regime'
lerlo comments on Dec 8, 2018:
Hmmm, in my studies of South Africa, blacks were not part of the government during the apartheid years...Arabs are part of the Israeli government
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 9, 2018:
@lerlo And you really should quit relying on Wiki for your source.
Mandela’s grandson on visit: ‘Israel is the worst apartheid regime'
lerlo comments on Dec 8, 2018:
Hmmm, in my studies of South Africa, blacks were not part of the government during the apartheid years...Arabs are part of the Israeli government
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 9, 2018:
@lerlo Many christians support the Israeli state because they believe it is a prerequisite to the second coming of christ. More religious bullshit to influence politics and people's lives
Mandela’s grandson on visit: ‘Israel is the worst apartheid regime'
lerlo comments on Dec 8, 2018:
Hmmm, in my studies of South Africa, blacks were not part of the government during the apartheid years...Arabs are part of the Israeli government
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 9, 2018:
@lerlo I'm not so petty as to pick up a spelling mistake. I do know my own history. There is another country nearby called New Zealand which does have a history with Maoris. Mine does not. I was being facetious when I said Austria but thought you might realise that. I guess not. As for Palestine if you had looked at how the borders have changed over the years in the link I provided you will see how much has been taken over by Israeli army (supported by US). Palestinians didn't LEAVE voluntarily and Israel won't be satisfied until their genocide is complete. YOu can believe all the american propaganda you want but if I were you I'd get some 'world news' views so that you can get a more realistic view of what is happening in the world. The United Nations and Palestine want a two state resolution. Israel does not.
Mandela’s grandson on visit: ‘Israel is the worst apartheid regime'
lerlo comments on Dec 8, 2018:
Hmmm, in my studies of South Africa, blacks were not part of the government during the apartheid years...Arabs are part of the Israeli government
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 9, 2018:
@lerlo I never said SA blacks were allowed into government. But at least they weren't kicked out of their own country. In SA they became the virtual slaves to whites, very cheap labour in any case. Now back to the article. The apartheid referred to relates to Palestinians and Israelis. I'm not sure I'd call it apartheid either. More like genocide.Palestinians are prohibited from crossing the ever changing border. Anyway you lose credibility referring to Maoris and Australia. We have no history with them. YOu were probably thinking of Austria.
Mandela’s grandson on visit: ‘Israel is the worst apartheid regime'
lerlo comments on Dec 8, 2018:
Hmmm, in my studies of South Africa, blacks were not part of the government during the apartheid years...Arabs are part of the Israeli government
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 9, 2018:
@lerlo Thanks for the info lerlo. I'm always grateful to learn more. I notice they aren't Muslims members tho. Yet another religious sect: Druze. There are also some Xtians, but of course no Palestinians.This intolerable situation in this part of the world comes down to the bloody religion one happens to born into once again. It IS worse than SA because palestinians are being ousted, borders reduced. You seem to imply I am jew bashing. I hate injustice and I hate it when religion, any religion is the cause. I'll bet anything the news source in my country is more accurate than yours basically because Australia has no investment except a gov't hell bent on sucking up to USA. We do, however have independent gov't funded news.
Family photo time
Freedompath comments on Dec 8, 2018:
They have always been there for each other...
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 9, 2018:
how do you know that? I'll bet they're highly competitive but if you know better and they share a loving joyous christmas, pulling bon bons and wearing paper hats...please tell.
Mandela’s grandson on visit: ‘Israel is the worst apartheid regime'
lerlo comments on Dec 8, 2018:
Hmmm, in my studies of South Africa, blacks were not part of the government during the apartheid years...Arabs are part of the Israeli government
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 8, 2018:
@PBuck0145 I don't know where you have your misinformation from. The Israeli Times? THe palestinians haven't a hope in hell. They are fighting with the equivalent of rocks while Israel have sophisticated weaponry and the support of the US. Check out the history. How borders organised by the United Nations have been ignored. NOthing new there with the USA tho. https://visualizingpalestine.org/visuals/shrinking-palestine
The truly talented and wonderful Tim Minchin sings a very Australian and secular christmas song.
Coffeo comments on Dec 8, 2018:
A good song (though I'm not wild about Tim's voice).
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 8, 2018:
he's possibly better suited to comedy. You might prefer Kate's version. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PLp2DfsW5Cw
What is the worst Christmas present you ever received? I once got some shoe inserts.
Rob1948 comments on Dec 8, 2018:
A divorce.
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 8, 2018:
@Rob1948 Coulda been worse. Your mum coulda died on xmas day
Australia passes world's worst data encryption laws with Labor's so called reluctant support.
walklightly comments on Dec 7, 2018:
politics as we know it became obsolete decades ago. vive la revolution!
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 8, 2018:
I've been ready with my pitch fork for years. Unfortunately this country has an apathy epidemic.
Is anybody on this site going to post an intelligent comment, ?
Dangrenade comments on Dec 8, 2018:
“The sum of the square roots of any two sides of an isosceles triangle is equal to the square root of the remaining side.”
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 8, 2018:
Fair dinkum? Sounds intelligent but is it necessary?
What is the worst Christmas present you ever received? I once got some shoe inserts.
Rob1948 comments on Dec 8, 2018:
A divorce.
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 8, 2018:
hmmm perhaps there will be a silver lining. I hope so.
What is the worst Christmas present you ever received? I once got some shoe inserts.
AdamWarlock comments on Dec 8, 2018:
I got some kind of mail organizer thingy you hang on the wall. Totally odd gift.
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 8, 2018:
does anyone still get mail?
Mandela’s grandson on visit: ‘Israel is the worst apartheid regime'
PBuck0145 comments on Dec 8, 2018:
Not the worst, by far!
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 8, 2018:
They don't have jewish citizens. That doesn't mean apartheid.
Mandela’s grandson on visit: ‘Israel is the worst apartheid regime'
lerlo comments on Dec 8, 2018:
Hmmm, in my studies of South Africa, blacks were not part of the government during the apartheid years...Arabs are part of the Israeli government
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 8, 2018:
'Arabs are part of the Israeli government' ? who is? Israel is hell bent on wiping Palestine and all Palestinians off the face of the planet.
What is the worst Christmas present you ever received? I once got some shoe inserts.
LiterateHiker comments on Dec 8, 2018:
For my birthday, my boyfriend took me to Pendleton Woolen Mill, Oregon. He bought a shirt pattern and plaid wool for me to make **him** a long-sleeved, plaid shirt. Shocked, I inwardly vowed never to make it. When I broke up with him, I left the fabric and pattern in his wooden chest. No gift...
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 8, 2018:
well we can see why it didn't last!
What is the difference between hovering ,and actually visiting a person's profile?
piphirho comments on Dec 8, 2018:
I think hovering is when you mouse pointer passes over the link to someone's profile and makes a little window popup with a profile summary. Visiting is when you click on the link and actually go to the full profile. Hovering can be done unintentionally. I get those popups all the time from just ...
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 8, 2018:
@piphirho ok I'll put my glasses on
Ladies, I have a question for you.
MsDemeanour comments on Dec 8, 2018:
Gees ya know you're getting old when you don't get porn OR dick pics!
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 8, 2018:
@Donotbelieve Yes I'm with you here. It would take a brave male to endure the scorn and ridicule that sending a DP would elicit in me. I'd probably turn it into a funny meme and his shame would be spread far and wide!
‘If England gets beaten, so will she’ – the link between World Cup and violence explained
Wavefunction comments on Jul 12, 2018:
I knew about the football hooligans, but I had no idea about the increased rate of spousal abuse. The explanations given in the article make sense given what I do know. It is a shame that stoicism and responsibility are not a bigger part of the modern view of masculinity. Running around causing ...
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 8, 2018:
@webbew1 Yes but what Spongebob said was that your list was entirely subjective. No one person is totally noble or totally dominant of all groups. A CEO might be the alpha at work but struggle in social situations because he can't make small talk. The alpha captain of a football team might be quite shy at work. Put Barak Obama in a Thai prison and not understanding the language and culture he would find himself 'omega' (if that is a category). I think we should confine the terms 'alpha' 'beta' etc to the lesser primate kingdom or wolf packs as mentioned above. Humans are far more complex.
What is the difference between hovering ,and actually visiting a person's profile?
piphirho comments on Dec 8, 2018:
I think hovering is when you mouse pointer passes over the link to someone's profile and makes a little window popup with a profile summary. Visiting is when you click on the link and actually go to the full profile. Hovering can be done unintentionally. I get those popups all the time from just ...
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 8, 2018:
I had to hover over your profile for clarity. When I first looked at your pic, I thought you were a buddhist monk.....the shirt looked like a robe and the shaved head see. But then I realised I'd never seen a monk with a moustache and drinking a martini. It was a case of cognitive dissonance!
What is the difference between hovering ,and actually visiting a person's profile?
MsDemeanour comments on Dec 8, 2018:
Hovering is checking someone out while they walk past. Visiting their profile is stalking
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 8, 2018:
@AmiSue Yes AmiSue, you're quite right!!!
Political correctness was not even the original term it was called Alternate insert target here.
NickNakorn comments on Oct 15, 2018:
Risking boring people to death, here's my take on the subject: https://nicknakorn.wordpress.com/2015/03/14/everyone-is-racist/ from a few years ago.
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 3, 2018:
not boring at all. You have good insight
Do men have a duty to provide?
rcandlish comments on Sep 27, 2018:
For many families living in the modern world, a single income will not suffice, so responsibility has to be shared. Having said this, most men do feel responsible to ensure that family needs are met, and those who don't tend not to command respect.
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 3, 2018:
Women feel that responsibility to provide too. I don't want to be ''taken care' of or 'provided for'. I can do that very well on my own. AS a family it is joint responsibility
This is why I am here looking ?
Pralina1 comments on Dec 2, 2018:
Yeah , but , things happen , money and cars and things can be lost anyways . A nice walk w your mate some x is plenty if there is love and spark . What's wrong w that ???
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 2, 2018:
I'm way too old to live on love alone
This is why I am here looking ?
MsDemeanour comments on Dec 2, 2018:
I hope you can at least take her home to your tent Val
MsDemeanour replies on Dec 2, 2018:
@VAL3941 I knew you were a bloody neanderthal! :p "no rich man is too old or too ugly"
Kangaroo porn.
phxbillcee comments on Nov 22, 2018:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a8Uzikag7Xo
MsDemeanour replies on Nov 22, 2018:
I realise this lacks my usual subtlety!!
Kangaroo porn.
Rudy1962 comments on Nov 22, 2018:
3 vaginas?!
MsDemeanour replies on Nov 22, 2018:
For those of us with trouble deciding on which partner?
One-third of US parents plan to skip flu shots for their kids - CNN
MsDemeanour comments on Nov 20, 2018:
Interesting. Here in Australia, we have flu vaccinations. The current one covers 4 different strains. The only people who get the vaccination are the elderly and people who work in high risk jobs, perhaps those working at chemists or nurses. I've never had one. I did have the flu this year but my ...
MsDemeanour replies on Nov 22, 2018:
@DoctorJohn yes I found a source that said 8.3 million accessed flu vax in 2017. Quite surprised to see it as high as that. https://www.immunisationcoalition.org.au/news-media/2017-influenza-statistics/. If people had to pay for it I wonder what the stats would be. Since you announce yourself as 'Doctor' I can only assume you're in a 'high-risk' job. New strains seem to develop every year, it would appear difficult for vaccinations to keep up. I'm happy to take my chances
Vegans Are Traumatised and Need Help, Says Vegan Psychologist - VICE
MsDemeanour comments on Nov 16, 2018:
well I'd like to see stats that indicate that vegans are more depressed than any other demographic. Usually when people have a passion for something, it gives them a reason to live.
MsDemeanour replies on Nov 17, 2018:
@Lukian The article IS inferring a correlation between sensitive vegans and depression. The young have always been passionate about causes.The young are the revolutionaries. Whatever their cause, I am glad they're getting help to see a broader view of life and discovering hope.
Vegans Are Traumatised and Need Help, Says Vegan Psychologist - VICE
FlaGoldenGirl comments on Nov 13, 2018:
Obviously you have done no research, and know nothing of a plant based diet nor what animal products are doing to the human body. Read the medical scientists Dr Neal Barnard, Dr Joel Fuhrman, Dr Dean Ornish, Dr Alona Pulde, Dr Matthew Lederman . I would not even attempt to discuss a word with ...
MsDemeanour replies on Nov 17, 2018:
I used to have social anxiety so SAD was Social Anxiety Disorder. You have no idea how much I have changed. I love being 55, freedom, purposeful, value driven life. Sorry to detract from you important post.
Vegans Are Traumatised and Need Help, Says Vegan Psychologist - VICE
ailurophile comments on Nov 13, 2018:
Humans are animals. As such, I accept my place in the food chain. Interesting article. Hopefully more therapists will learn to help traumatized vegans.
MsDemeanour replies on Nov 17, 2018:
@ailurophile I think you'll find that new vegans, just like new born-again christians, just like those reformed smokers, all tend to pontificate on their new found righteous living. Give them a couple of years to settle in. :D
Vegans Are Traumatised and Need Help, Says Vegan Psychologist - VICE
MsDemeanour comments on Nov 16, 2018:
well I'd like to see stats that indicate that vegans are more depressed than any other demographic. Usually when people have a passion for something, it gives them a reason to live.
MsDemeanour replies on Nov 17, 2018:
@Lukian You're inferring there is a correlation between vegans and depression. I say vegans are no more depressed than any other demographic. This is where stats is important. Are they really depressed because they're vegan? Or is it just that sensitive or self-absorbed people or hermits are more likely to be depressed? As for misanthrope, I guess you can be passionate about that, but I have found vegans to be very social, people who appreciate all living things. They often stick together to support one another. They have a cause....to educate. On a personal note, I consider myself a humanist but not that humans are more important than animals or plant life. We are interdependent. Humans are more evolved but with that we have a responsibility to oversee a balanced ecosystem and healthy planet. To do this we may need to cull a few humans (since we are overpopulated with people) to save orangutans, polar bears, koalas, black rhino, certain turtles and help clean up the planet. And if we are to cull people I'd start with the trophy hunters. So lets say I'm a selective misanthropist. :D . NB Please don't take this as a personal attack on your opinions. I like to debate and throw out different ideas.
It would be nice if all the religious crazies had their own continent where they could all be crazy ...
webbew1 comments on Nov 16, 2018:
I think there's a nice black hole located at the center of our galaxy. I hear it's pleasant this time of year. They can all go live there.
MsDemeanour replies on Nov 17, 2018:
now you're thinking!
It would be nice if all the religious crazies had their own continent where they could all be crazy ...
MsDemeanour comments on Nov 16, 2018:
Antarctica, the cleanest, most beautiful places left on the planet. No......send them to the moon
MsDemeanour replies on Nov 17, 2018:
@Surfpirate not on the one place on the planet we haven't fucked up. Nah there has to be a better place. I'd say NZ but some of my besties are kiwis, but now that I think about it.....they all live in Aust! ok NZ it is :D (I duck down out of the line of fire)
[youtube.com] It's not monty python but it aint bad
LenHazell53 comments on Nov 16, 2018:
It is three of the Pythons and some other guy. Eric Idle, Terry Jones and Terry Gilliam
MsDemeanour replies on Nov 16, 2018:
oh beg pardon. I was lookin for Cleese and Palin
Evolution: Here's the proof
phxbillcee comments on Nov 16, 2018:
Always use lube!
MsDemeanour replies on Nov 16, 2018:
a good tip
'Remarkable' decline in fertility rates - BBC News
MsDemeanour comments on Nov 10, 2018:
What concerns me in my country, and I suspect it is the similar in yours, is the demographic that ARE reproducing. The more highly educated are having less or no children. Those that are in poorer socio-economic regions are still over breeding. A sweeping generalisation would be that 'smart ...
MsDemeanour replies on Nov 12, 2018:
@OpposingOpposum THankyou for your reply. I did point out I was making generalisations. Yes i know about the study you have spoken about, where the teachers gave kids extra attention because they were told they were high achievers .I also know the nature vs nurture debate. I understand that programs targeting poor socio-economic groups can help bring them 'up to scratch'. I also know that IQ can be increased biologically as neurons struggle to understand new concepts. But people are often trapped in their cultural/ economic surroundings. Your gov't might be pouring $ into underprivileged kids (I somehow doubt it) but mine certainly isn't. This means the status quo will remain, regardless of aptitude. In the case of genetics, if you don't accept that intelligent parents are more likely to have intelligent kids then you know nothing about evolution and natural selection. As for being better than everyone else, how dare you jump to that conclusion. In some areas I am better than some people. In other areas, others are by far the greater expert. This is how we LEARN from each other. We are NOT all equal. We have different talents and abilities.
'Remarkable' decline in fertility rates - BBC News
MsDemeanour comments on Nov 10, 2018:
What concerns me in my country, and I suspect it is the similar in yours, is the demographic that ARE reproducing. The more highly educated are having less or no children. Those that are in poorer socio-economic regions are still over breeding. A sweeping generalisation would be that 'smart ...
MsDemeanour replies on Nov 11, 2018:
@Doraz Genetics play a part in IQ too.
One more note on how a President respects the military - at of time, personal comforts, or ...
David1955 comments on Nov 10, 2018:
And yet millions of Americans have voted for him, twice in effect, including millions of women, and it boggles the imagination to consider why.
MsDemeanour replies on Nov 10, 2018:
@David1955 We're Aussies,it comes naturally. I think it stems from convict beginnings ie forced to make the most of a shit situation. But hey, I was born in Adelaide! And you're from SA too, so of course our background were free settlers! hahaha.
One more note on how a President respects the military - at of time, personal comforts, or ...
David1955 comments on Nov 10, 2018:
And yet millions of Americans have voted for him, twice in effect, including millions of women, and it boggles the imagination to consider why.
MsDemeanour replies on Nov 10, 2018:
I blame modern medicine. Many of these people wouldn't have survived childhood.
One more note on how a President respects the military - at of time, personal comforts, or ...
DoDapper comments on Nov 10, 2018:
Trump has yet to even consider the possibility of visiting USA troops anywhere abroad.
MsDemeanour replies on Nov 10, 2018:
the man is afraid of germs. He isn't going to go visit some war torn country that can't cater to his 5 star standard.
Are you liberal or conservative?
MsDemeanour comments on Nov 4, 2018:
I suspect the conservatives, feeling outnumbered here, are finding it hard to step out of the closet. Be brave and embrace your true identity! I don't want them picked up. I just want to know if a. they vote conservative cos their parents did. b: They don't care about the welfare of the ...
MsDemeanour replies on Nov 7, 2018:
@Gurahl Sorry about the typo. And thanks for putting your hand up. Sometimes it gets boring talking to people who share the same opinions as oneself. Not that I can get my head around people who just don't care about others.lol But I need controversy to enable me to continually question and assess what I believe.
The Florida yoga studio shooter was just exposed as a right-wing extremist
Maiasaura comments on Nov 5, 2018:
Heatmaps of extremist murders, terrorist plots, and police shootouts 2002-2018 by ideology:
MsDemeanour replies on Nov 7, 2018:
Omg! If these are accurate stats, it really is quite frightening
Aussie Aussie Aussie.
zenith01 comments on Nov 6, 2018:
yeah right
MsDemeanour replies on Nov 7, 2018:
@Sandy6767 I will pass on the snags but love my tacos.
Steve Bannon warns that women are going to 'take charge of society'
DenoPenno comments on Nov 4, 2018:
Fine. Let women do this. Without them men would not even shave.
MsDemeanour replies on Nov 4, 2018:
@Sticks48 We did? I must've missed that glut of female leaders. Could you list them pls?
Steve Bannon warns that women are going to 'take charge of society'
wordywalt comments on Nov 4, 2018:
They could not do worse than too damned many male leaders have. But, women seeking power and leadership posts would do well to heed the criticism of Guenther Grass of German feminist movements in the 1980s: "The problem with them is that they are trying to use power like men. We already have too ...
MsDemeanour replies on Nov 4, 2018:
YES! Unfortunately women going into politics have had to play by the 'boys club' rules. jesus they have to have balls just to put up with the crap. I don't know a single work place where I haven't worked where the work place hasn't improved by a balance of the sexes. The G7 summit is a big dick contest on the world stage. The whole gov't culture needs to change. We need parliament to be made up of experience people with backgrounds in not just banking but social services, the armed services, health department, science, education, public transport. (perhaps a little less of the actors).
ok who can explain these very odd American elections?
powder comments on Nov 4, 2018:
Watch the latest "Planet America" on ABC or YouTube. It's very well done.
MsDemeanour replies on Nov 4, 2018:
thanks for that. I was hoping not to spend 50mins or so but I suppose if I'm going to learn about something I might as well be thorough.
I want a petition started that requires everyone to be taught the basics of good parenting.
walklightly comments on Oct 27, 2018:
parents have to become the primary carers again, not, as it became so popular recently, shove the responsibility for their children into the lap of the schooling system & other secondary care-taking institutions. there is a lack of willingness or courage to be accountable for offspring, to not shy ...
MsDemeanour replies on Nov 4, 2018:
@Beelzebant Unfortunately B, it's the kids that are misbehaving at school, that you find have the worst home life. We can call DOCS if things are really bad but the child would have to be in real danger to be taken away from family. Most of these parents have addiction or mental health problems that inhibit their growth. We need to lift people out of poverty, ensure that people have jobs (even if a 4 day week becomes the norm). We can't force parents to do parenting courses. There are a lot more issues involved than just parenting.
Thank you to everyone who participated in this survey.
MsDemeanour comments on Nov 3, 2018:
I'm Australian so you won't want my answers but I am very interested in hearing your results. I'd be very interested to know how many people vote opposite to how they were raised. My parents were very right wing but as I grew up, became educated, I switched to left wing because of its humanist ...
MsDemeanour replies on Nov 4, 2018:
@SeptemberRain Yes. For the life of me I can't understand why followers of social rights advocate Jesus wouldn't want to vote democrat. There is this new wave of christianity however, that preaches that 'god wants to reward you". The idea is you give to the church and you will be rewarded (materialistically or monetarily) ten fold. I wonder if people look at Trump and think "he's rich. God has rewarded him. God likes him so he must be good" kind of logic. What do you think about that?
Next girl that says size does not matter laugh back at her, kiss her pussy say its nice its nice, ...
MsAl comments on Nov 4, 2018:
To be clear. It does matter but not how you think. Average is better. Not a lie. Men with giant ducks cant fit the whole thing in. They dont smack it in or grind. A large portion of womens pleasure comes from her clit getting friction and pressure in the process. Watch a few porn videos. The ...
MsDemeanour replies on Nov 4, 2018:
@MsAl I've also found that those men don't 'try' as hard eiter. They pull it out and expect you to be so impressed you'll fall to your knees and worship.
Any suggestions on how to get over the anger and feeling of betrayal from your mother and brothers ...
UUNJ comments on Nov 3, 2018:
A friend of mine has relatives who are flat earthers. No good solutions other than avoiding them.
MsDemeanour replies on Nov 4, 2018:
no way! do people really think that? that's hilarious. I want to meet these people lol

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