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Contemporary atheism is a flight from a godless world.

dare2dream comments on Dec 14, 2018:

Yes, life without gods means the world is a chaotic, dangerous and meaningless place. The universe does not care. But we mortals care. And from that we derive our meaning. We find meaning in our values. Yes, instead of looking toward a god for meaning and order, we atheists look toward reality, ...

jlynn37 replies on Dec 14, 2018:

"life without gods means the world is a chaotic, dangerous and meaningless place". The world is a chaotic, dangerous and meaningless place with or without god(s). It is what it is.

California hero only charging about $1000 a month for fire victims to live in tiny sheds.

joe1334us comments on Dec 14, 2018:

Those House lots are currently deemed dangerous until they have been cleaned. So after they are cleaned the infrasructure would have to be re certified and approved for habitation. All of this takes tens of thousands of dollars and time. It is sad to know that there will be those who take ...

jlynn37 replies on Dec 14, 2018:

@joe1334us Tell it like it is my friend.

California hero only charging about $1000 a month for fire victims to live in tiny sheds.

joe1334us comments on Dec 14, 2018:

Those House lots are currently deemed dangerous until they have been cleaned. So after they are cleaned the infrasructure would have to be re certified and approved for habitation. All of this takes tens of thousands of dollars and time. It is sad to know that there will be those who take ...

jlynn37 replies on Dec 14, 2018:

It is called greed and is the foundation of 'mercan capitalism. Now, run tell that.

Evolution of a first lady.

Green_eyes comments on Dec 13, 2018:

I never for a second sympathized with that woman. She’s a plastic bimbo who faked credentials( including her abilities to speak multiple languages) and worked in America illegally. She is tone def to everything and everyone. I get that this is what she didn’t want. Thats what you get when you...

jlynn37 replies on Dec 13, 2018:

I like your choice of "fame whore".

Christie: Feds Have Evidence Against Trump Beyond Cohen

jlynn37 comments on Dec 9, 2018:

If so, stop talking about it and do something about it. ANYBODY can talk about it.

jlynn37 replies on Dec 9, 2018:

@LimitedLight Nothing was mentioned about taking the law into your own hands. I am referring to the investigators doing something other than talking. They have been talking for 2 years now.

This is morbidly funny

sloryd comments on Dec 9, 2018:

Hey,been there,thought that!

jlynn37 replies on Dec 9, 2018:

More than a few times and I'm still here enjoying life.

As it's December, let's not be offended when someone wishes us Merry Christmas.

jlynn37 comments on Dec 6, 2018:

I only take exception (I rarely take offense at anything) when they come out with "jebus" is the reason for the season.

jlynn37 replies on Dec 7, 2018:

@Alw314 I reply with; It is YOUR reason for the season and I am fine with that, but it is not MY, and countless other's, reason for the season and you should be fine with that. I am not infringing on what YOU celebrate or denying you anything and you should "do unto others as you would have them do unto you".

I need enlightenment, who is God ? Does it exist?

MichaelSpinler comments on Dec 6, 2018:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rmfSvR28Lls&t=3s

jlynn37 replies on Dec 6, 2018:

@OwlInASack Would you suggest stop quoting Einstein on cosmology because he cheated on his wife?

I need enlightenment, who is God ? Does it exist?

MichaelSpinler comments on Dec 6, 2018:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rmfSvR28Lls&t=3s

jlynn37 replies on Dec 6, 2018:

@OwlInASack True or not it does not make his argument less valid.

Can Patriotism as religion encourage a sense of superiority by those who clain to be Patriots?

Marine comments on Dec 6, 2018:

I consider myself a Patriot meaning I respect and am loyal to the concepts of our Constitution, military laws,and the laws of of country. It does not mean I accept bad laws or the or the neglect in upholding the merits of the Constitution such as the separation of church and state which is so ...

jlynn37 replies on Dec 6, 2018:

My country right or wrong. When it is right keep it right, when it is wrong make it right.

Nap date anyone??

Marcie1974 comments on Dec 6, 2018:

Yes!! I just want to be spooned, is that so wrong?

jlynn37 replies on Dec 6, 2018:

Your place or mine?

Here's the deal to any who read this I apologies in advance for the piss poor grammer and ...

jlynn37 comments on Dec 4, 2018:

No problems my friend, I wish you well and keep posting.

jlynn37 replies on Dec 4, 2018:

@darien75 Everyone can be a "bad apple" from time to time.

Time to retire? ?

creative51 comments on Dec 4, 2018:

I am 67. I appraise real estate. Have an office in my home. I am still working with no plans of retiring. Not taking SS until I am 70. If I am able plan to continue working. Father worked until 74, brother working at 74. I want to at least match them. Yes, I take time off for play, not interested in...

jlynn37 replies on Dec 4, 2018:

@MsAl "Many people who continue working are the happiest". Your opinion is noted.

Time to retire? ?

creative51 comments on Dec 4, 2018:

I am 67. I appraise real estate. Have an office in my home. I am still working with no plans of retiring. Not taking SS until I am 70. If I am able plan to continue working. Father worked until 74, brother working at 74. I want to at least match them. Yes, I take time off for play, not interested in...

jlynn37 replies on Dec 4, 2018:

I have been retired for 24 years and enjoy every minute of it. I worked because I needed money to live on. Had I been born into wealth or come into it in other ways, I would NEVER have worked. You do you and I do me.

Are you pro "choice" or pro "life"?

PalacinkyPDX comments on Dec 3, 2018:

I reject the label of "pro life"... because so many persons who identify as that are against "life" in so many other situations, whether it's health care, war, environmental toxins or firearms proliferation. They're anti-abortion or anti-choice. I am for women having control over their bodies, ...

jlynn37 replies on Dec 3, 2018:

I have to add, so many other aspects of personal lives that do not concern them in any way other than trying to control and impose.

Why is there always this social misconception that atheists are liberals by nature?

jlynn37 comments on Dec 2, 2018:

You do you, I do me and let's strive to do or cause no harm. Be happy and enjoy your life every day.

jlynn37 replies on Dec 2, 2018:

@SoullessHeathen I agree with your assessment and conclusion.

Companionship and Intimacy for Rent

ProudMary comments on Dec 2, 2018:

This is downright sad. Sadder still is that I think I'd pay for a professional cuddler.

jlynn37 replies on Dec 2, 2018:

I cuddle for free because it is a pleasure that I enjoy receiving equally as giving.

Hope none of you women of child-bearing age live in Oklahoma! [friendlyatheist.patheos.com]

Eriador comments on Dec 1, 2018:

I often hope that nobody lives in Texas, just for their own good. Unfortunately, all my hoping has never worked. sad for them.

jlynn37 replies on Dec 1, 2018:

I live in TX but just won't allow the insanity to get too me.

History or mystery

Jnei comments on Dec 1, 2018:

I personally believe Atlantis is just one of many stories based on the (apparently archetypal) "sunken island/continent" myth (other notable examples include Lemuria, Mu, Rutas, Cantre'r Gwaelod, Lyonesse and Hy-Brassail). These may be have been invented by story-tellers because the concept seems to...

jlynn37 replies on Dec 1, 2018:

Agreed.

Jesus tem uma perspnalidade?

Diogenes1972 comments on Nov 28, 2018:

For the English speakers out there: Does Jesus have a personality? A famous writer in Brazil known as Augusto Cury says that Jesus is a complex being and does not fit in the human imagination, he attributed to Jesus praises such as meekness, serenity, etc. According to the four Gospels is it ...

jlynn37 replies on Nov 28, 2018:

BS by any other name is still BS.

Anyone car to share any retirement experiences with me?

jlynn37 comments on Nov 27, 2018:

I have been retired for 24 years and have never worked for wages in all that time and do not intend to ever again. The most important advice to anyone approaching retirement is to adjust your lifestyle to meet your retirement income. If you try to adjust your income to meet your lifestyle, you ...

jlynn37 replies on Nov 28, 2018:

@Bigwavedave You'll never know if you never try. Buy a small inexpensive tent and go camping to see what you think.

Anyone car to share any retirement experiences with me?

jlynn37 comments on Nov 27, 2018:

I have been retired for 24 years and have never worked for wages in all that time and do not intend to ever again. The most important advice to anyone approaching retirement is to adjust your lifestyle to meet your retirement income. If you try to adjust your income to meet your lifestyle, you ...

jlynn37 replies on Nov 28, 2018:

@Bigwavedave I see you live in NC and some of the best camping areas in this country are in the mountains and Nat'l Forests there and I have spend camping days there.

Anyone car to share any retirement experiences with me?

ArkanzanWheeler comments on Nov 28, 2018:

Be prepared robe busier than when you were working...lol When you are retired, then people start asking more favors "Since you have all this free time now, can you do this for me?" type of stuff...lol

jlynn37 replies on Nov 28, 2018:

It is entirely YOUR choice and decision as to what you do with your time. NO is just as good a word as YES and it is easier to change a no into a yes than a yes into a no.

Anyone car to share any retirement experiences with me?

jlynn37 comments on Nov 27, 2018:

I have been retired for 24 years and have never worked for wages in all that time and do not intend to ever again. The most important advice to anyone approaching retirement is to adjust your lifestyle to meet your retirement income. If you try to adjust your income to meet your lifestyle, you ...

jlynn37 replies on Nov 28, 2018:

@Bigwavedave It weighs about 1500# and can be towed by most anything at least 6 cyl.

Anyone car to share any retirement experiences with me?

jlynn37 comments on Nov 27, 2018:

I have been retired for 24 years and have never worked for wages in all that time and do not intend to ever again. The most important advice to anyone approaching retirement is to adjust your lifestyle to meet your retirement income. If you try to adjust your income to meet your lifestyle, you ...

jlynn37 replies on Nov 28, 2018:

@Bigwavedave

Anyone car to share any retirement experiences with me?

onedayatatime comments on Nov 27, 2018:

I don't plan on retiring. I enjoy working.

jlynn37 replies on Nov 27, 2018:

You do you and I do me. I love my 24 years of retirement and still going strong.

The very first transgender woman (Angela Ponce, Miss Spain 2018 ) to compete at Miss Universe ...

Bigwavedave comments on Nov 27, 2018:

I'm not a fan of beauty pageants.

jlynn37 replies on Nov 27, 2018:

I am a big fan of beautiful women but not so much for pageants.

When did you “come out?”

Reaver85 comments on Nov 26, 2018:

I was 9 when i told my parents. They fully supported my choice and even helped me educate myself with various beliefs and religions telling me " it's not important who or what you believe, but what you do that defines who you are." my father who was Catholic told me that in the end it's how you ...

jlynn37 replies on Nov 27, 2018:

@Reaver85 Yes. I was just reiterating it.

When did you “come out?”

Reaver85 comments on Nov 26, 2018:

I was 9 when i told my parents. They fully supported my choice and even helped me educate myself with various beliefs and religions telling me " it's not important who or what you believe, but what you do that defines who you are." my father who was Catholic told me that in the end it's how you ...

jlynn37 replies on Nov 26, 2018:

What you believe does not make you a good or decent person, how you act and behave does.

In the absence of any empirical rules that apply to everyone, each person is free to form her or his...

brentan comments on Nov 26, 2018:

One person's human rights stop where they encroach on the rights of another. Preaching might be the act of telling someone to back off. That's as old as the Ten Commandments. If you ask someone to share your values, what is your goal? There was another post about the Dalai Lama's notion of ...

jlynn37 replies on Nov 26, 2018:

@inthecloset And each is totally entitled to their opinion.

In the absence of any empirical rules that apply to everyone, each person is free to form her or his...

brentan comments on Nov 26, 2018:

One person's human rights stop where they encroach on the rights of another. Preaching might be the act of telling someone to back off. That's as old as the Ten Commandments. If you ask someone to share your values, what is your goal? There was another post about the Dalai Lama's notion of ...

jlynn37 replies on Nov 26, 2018:

@brentan In my opinion, capital punishment is doing harm to another. Incarceration is not harming anyone only preventing them from doing as they please.

In the absence of any empirical rules that apply to everyone, each person is free to form her or his...

brentan comments on Nov 26, 2018:

One person's human rights stop where they encroach on the rights of another. Preaching might be the act of telling someone to back off. That's as old as the Ten Commandments. If you ask someone to share your values, what is your goal? There was another post about the Dalai Lama's notion of ...

jlynn37 replies on Nov 26, 2018:

@inthecloset Anything is wrong if it causes harm to another. IMHO

I was reading a heart breaking story about one of the victims of the wildfires in California,and was...

Petter comments on Nov 26, 2018:

Your country? Only? The entire planet is at risk from them!

jlynn37 replies on Nov 26, 2018:

Hear, Hear.

When was the last time you had a friendly conversation about politics with someone whose political ...

jlynn37 comments on Nov 25, 2018:

When anyone wants to talk religion or politics, the first thing I ask is there any chance I can change your mind. All will say no so why waste your time.

jlynn37 replies on Nov 25, 2018:

@Sealybobo Sometimes that approach is the best way to go and get along with others.

Atheism is a myth.

jlynn37 comments on Nov 24, 2018:

A-theists have reason, logic, evidence (or lack of), facts and data, self-determination.

jlynn37 replies on Nov 25, 2018:

@TheMiddleWay Give it up my friend, you are in a losing situation on an Agnostic/A-theist site. Your opinion is noted as are all the others.

Sex in the modern world

zeuser comments on Nov 25, 2018:

I've got a pretty firm grasp on the meaning of sex, m'self.

jlynn37 replies on Nov 25, 2018:

@Count_Viceroy and left handed at that.

Sex in the modern world

Elganned comments on Nov 25, 2018:

I thought sex *was* instant gratification... You're saying there's more to it than that? Where's your evidence?

jlynn37 replies on Nov 25, 2018:

It is not instant gratification as you have to do some work to get there.

Sex in the modern world

zeuser comments on Nov 25, 2018:

I've got a pretty firm grasp on the meaning of sex, m'self.

jlynn37 replies on Nov 25, 2018:

I've got a pretty firm grasp on MY meaning of sex and it might not be the same as yours.

Agnostic vs Athiest

Della comments on Nov 24, 2018:

I am atheist. There is no "what if" in my mind.

jlynn37 replies on Nov 24, 2018:

@irascible What if ... the one-eyed, one-horned, flying purple people eater is real?

Atheism is a myth.

jlynn37 comments on Nov 24, 2018:

A-theists have reason, logic, evidence (or lack of), facts and data, self-determination.

jlynn37 replies on Nov 24, 2018:

@TheMiddleWay Please give your source for this statement. I doubt that it is true.

Atheism is a myth.

jlynn37 comments on Nov 24, 2018:

A-theists have reason, logic, evidence (or lack of), facts and data, self-determination.

jlynn37 replies on Nov 24, 2018:

@Storm1752 We have no PROOF one way or another that flying, fire-breathing dragons exist or not, so we don't know. We have no PROOF one way or another that one-eyed, one-horned, flying purple people eaters exist or not, so we don't know. That is all you are saying. What is your stance on these two unfounded assertions?

Atheism is a myth.

jlynn37 comments on Nov 24, 2018:

A-theists have reason, logic, evidence (or lack of), facts and data, self-determination.

jlynn37 replies on Nov 24, 2018:

@Triphid My point exactly.

....an idea to be thankful for.

michaelj comments on Nov 22, 2018:

We need to stop glorifying war. Everytime I see or hear about a vet in trouble I think about this. When I see dick cheney and his war machine made 39 billion dollars off dead and injured young people. There are lots of dick cheneys out there, and they make money off war, and death and horror.

jlynn37 replies on Nov 22, 2018:

If I were a conservative capitalist that is what I would do.

Opinion on people of faith.

tinebean comments on Nov 19, 2018:

To each their own. If religion floats your boat, hey, fine by me. I really don't care what other people want to do in their personal lives as long as they aren't trying to force it on me. Religion may not be my cup of tea, and I would never recommend it, but I can't decide for others what is right ...

jlynn37 replies on Nov 19, 2018:

They will certainly decide for you what is right for your life or at least try too

Opinion on people of faith.

VIKingsCFH comments on Nov 19, 2018:

I've never had a problem with someone and their faith, however, it seems that those I tend to meet seem to have a problem with my lack thereof. It seems people assume that because I am a non-believer, I must be evil, or vile or have some sort of mental disability or disorder. When they take the time...

jlynn37 replies on Nov 19, 2018:

I doubt it is possible to be around "those" people and not experience it.

Okay, I'm done with this shit.

daylily comments on Nov 18, 2018:

January 1st is the approximate date I'm waiting for. Going to hitch up my A-liner and enjoy my first ever winter as a snowbird! (While I'm still young enough for an adventure!)

jlynn37 replies on Nov 18, 2018:

@daylily Yes I am a member of 3 Facebook groups, Camping with Aliners, Aframe Campers and Midwest Aframe repair

Okay, I'm done with this shit.

daylily comments on Nov 18, 2018:

January 1st is the approximate date I'm waiting for. Going to hitch up my A-liner and enjoy my first ever winter as a snowbird! (While I'm still young enough for an adventure!)

jlynn37 replies on Nov 18, 2018:

I am an A-liner owner (2006 bunkhouse model).

DSA calls US midterm elections the “rebirth of the American socialist movement” - World ...

KKGator comments on Nov 15, 2018:

I think that's an awful lot of wishful thinking. I am attributing this is nothing more than the pendulum swinging back in the opposite direction. As it always does.

jlynn37 replies on Nov 15, 2018:

and in my opinion, just a small swing at that.

Have you spent more time giving or recieving

273kelvin comments on Nov 15, 2018:

It took a while but I learnt to give good oral (I say good but mean great). For me inducing orgasms in a woman is like playing carnegie hall. It has taken a lot of practice and I still am learning but the results are outstanding. To feel her shudder and juices flow, then hold her as she aftershocks....

jlynn37 replies on Nov 15, 2018:

I agree with what you have said. It is such a powerful feeling for me to be able witness and experience what I am capable of doing to a woman and the pleasure she can experience from what I can do to her.

From a friend up north.

powder comments on Nov 10, 2018:

Snow flakes have rights too

jlynn37 replies on Nov 10, 2018:

and we have every bit as much rights as anyone and everyone else.

The Dangerous Myth of Good Guys With Guns | Erin Wathen

sfvpool comments on Nov 8, 2018:

It isn't a dangerous myth. There have been many times a "good guy", or "gal", with a gun, prevented further harm. https://www.washingtontimes.com/multimedia/collection/good-guy-gun-stopped-bad-guy-gun/?page=1

jlynn37 replies on Nov 8, 2018:

@dahermit While I did not read every article on this site, everyone I did read dealt with an intruder into someone's personal space, one on one encounter, and not one concerned a mass shooter in a crowded space.

The Dangerous Myth of Good Guys With Guns | Erin Wathen

sfvpool comments on Nov 8, 2018:

It isn't a dangerous myth. There have been many times a "good guy", or "gal", with a gun, prevented further harm. https://www.washingtontimes.com/multimedia/collection/good-guy-gun-stopped-bad-guy-gun/?page=1

jlynn37 replies on Nov 8, 2018:

Please provide references to the "many times" you speak of.

I am interested in finding someone that is interested in a casual relationship, or maybe more than ...

jlynn37 comments on Nov 8, 2018:

I would imagine that is what EVERYONE is looking for and I might add that I wish you success in finding what you are searching for here and in your life.

jlynn37 replies on Nov 8, 2018:

@Gurahl You didn't finish the OP statement, "or maybe more than casual if things are working out."

I am interested in finding someone that is interested in a casual relationship, or maybe more than ...

jlynn37 comments on Nov 8, 2018:

I would imagine that is what EVERYONE is looking for and I might add that I wish you success in finding what you are searching for here and in your life.

jlynn37 replies on Nov 8, 2018:

@Gurahl ?????

With the increased number of scammers, why don't we insist on authenticity verifications?

jlynn37 comments on Nov 7, 2018:

Follow this simple rule and you will never get scammed: One strict rule when on the internet. NEVER, under ANY circumstances, send money or gifts to ANYONE for ANY REASON.

jlynn37 replies on Nov 7, 2018:

@Anonbene All I am saying is, if you follow this one simple rule, you can not be scammed on the internet. It is YOUR decision to make whether to do anything or not. I personally use the internet to send money to reputable charity organisations and I make purchases on the internet. YOUR call completely.

Science has laid waste to social hubris and arrogance for centuries and it remains the best tool to ...

Sticks48 comments on Nov 6, 2018:

They do report facts. Even on Fox, Shepherd Smith does report facts. The network news report facts. PBS reports facts. Don't confuse opinion outlets like MSNBC and Fox other than Smith with news.

jlynn37 replies on Nov 6, 2018:

@Sticks48 Climate change is a hoax.

Science has laid waste to social hubris and arrogance for centuries and it remains the best tool to ...

Sticks48 comments on Nov 6, 2018:

They do report facts. Even on Fox, Shepherd Smith does report facts. The network news report facts. PBS reports facts. Don't confuse opinion outlets like MSNBC and Fox other than Smith with news.

jlynn37 replies on Nov 6, 2018:

@Sticks48 Your opinion is noted as is mine.

Science has laid waste to social hubris and arrogance for centuries and it remains the best tool to ...

Sticks48 comments on Nov 6, 2018:

They do report facts. Even on Fox, Shepherd Smith does report facts. The network news report facts. PBS reports facts. Don't confuse opinion outlets like MSNBC and Fox other than Smith with news.

jlynn37 replies on Nov 6, 2018:

I do not watch Faux news and know nothing about Shepherd Smith, but if he is a Faux news personality and he reported "facts" he would no longer be with Faux news. Just my opinion of course.

Do you think our voting pool needs purging?

Morphyon comments on Nov 6, 2018:

An IQ test along with a civics test could improve intelligence, but if you can't vote you shouldn't pay taxes period

jlynn37 replies on Nov 6, 2018:

I agree. We had a war over this exact issue.

God's Alleged Morality: Yet More Random Thoughts God can't be wrong. Why?

AnneWimsey comments on Nov 6, 2018:

Have you given one moments thought to how inappropriate, and disrespectful, you are being by posting all this "gawd" drivel on this site?!??

jlynn37 replies on Nov 6, 2018:

@AnneWimsey Your opinion is noted as is mine.

God's Alleged Morality: Yet More Random Thoughts God can't be wrong. Why?

AnneWimsey comments on Nov 6, 2018:

Have you given one moments thought to how inappropriate, and disrespectful, you are being by posting all this "gawd" drivel on this site?!??

jlynn37 replies on Nov 6, 2018:

Reminds me of something I read, I think by Sam Harris: The majority of people are offended by the truth.

Do any politicians in any party really care about "making America great again" or do they only care ...

Wurlitzer comments on Nov 5, 2018:

I know for a fact that republicans dont, theyve shown this country ample disloyalty. Myself and most democrats would argue that america doesnt need to return to some point in the past to be great, it just needs to stop forgetting and repeating its past. Every time the past repeats itself the cost ...

jlynn37 replies on Nov 5, 2018:

@Veteran229 As always, your opinion is note, as are everyone else's on this site. You see it your way, I see it my way and we both see it slipping away.

Steve Bannon warns that women are going to 'take charge of society'

jlynn37 comments on Nov 4, 2018:

I made a personal commitment years ago that I would stop voting for white males. My first choice is women of any color or nationality, men of any color or nationality, just not while males. (If the choices are there to be made)

jlynn37 replies on Nov 5, 2018:

@jorj Your opinion is noted as is mine. You do you and I do me.

Suddenly, Mary realized that she would need to start focusing while grocery shopping. Shit.

TheAstroChuck comments on Nov 4, 2018:

Which one was the mistake? I'm always messing up in part because I'm expecting new items always coming out. In the good ol' days, one usually had to choose between a big one or a little one. Now, there's at least a 6-point check list needed to avoid things you don't want and to get your tried and...