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The good old days

Marine comments on Jun 1, 2018:

Gas cost .47cents a gallon and everyone thought it was terrible.

jlynn37 replies on Jun 1, 2018:

I can remember gas at .17 a gal during gas wars.

A 64-year-old put his life savings in his carry-on.

AmelieMatisse comments on Jun 1, 2018:

This is true in far too many instances with property seizure. It is no wonder so many people are so angry.

jlynn37 replies on Jun 1, 2018:

I have read that local law enforcement can also do things like this.

There are more relationships breaking up because of it.

DarrelScott comments on Jun 1, 2018:

Face to face is still the best way to communicate.

jlynn37 replies on Jun 1, 2018:

And just about anything and everything else.

There are more relationships breaking up because of it.

VAL3941 comments on Jun 1, 2018:

I have been saying this for years. plain words do not communicate emotions and feelings !

jlynn37 replies on Jun 1, 2018:

But they do communicate.

Poor People Often Don’t Survive To Become Seniors Who Vote

kenbur12 comments on Jun 1, 2018:

I'm anxiously awaiting to see how we vote come November.

jlynn37 replies on Jun 1, 2018:

I am also, but I am not very optimistic.

What would it take for someone to make an incredible connection with you?

jlynn37 comments on May 31, 2018:

Just a simple "hello and I want to meet you".

jlynn37 replies on May 31, 2018:

@SueZ Please to meet you too my dear. Are we connecting?

Seth Andrews said it best, "there is nothing sadder than a bird who has been in a bird cage his ...

moonmaid comments on May 31, 2018:

So sad to see those young people who have no better reason than "that's how my daddy does it" as there only explanation for how they act.

jlynn37 replies on May 31, 2018:

and how their children will act after being indoctrinated and brainwashed the same way their parents did them. A never ending circle of abuse.

Why does it always come down to money?

jlynn37 comments on May 31, 2018:

Perhaps it can't hurt you but it can certainly hurt a lot of other people.

jlynn37 replies on May 31, 2018:

@Rugglesby I understand, agree and feel your pain.

Is ignorance bad?

TheMiddleWay comments on May 31, 2018:

Not at all. How can you be blamed for not knowing something that you don't know you should know?

jlynn37 replies on May 31, 2018:

Tell that to law enforcement if you are ever questions about breaking the law.

So, I recently found this podcast and have been listening to episodes while I go out for my walks.

jlynn37 comments on May 31, 2018:

A link would be helpful.

jlynn37 replies on May 31, 2018:

@Julie808 Thank you.

I wasn't sure how to categorize this.

jlynn37 comments on May 31, 2018:

What you wear does not make you anything. It is how you act.

jlynn37 replies on May 31, 2018:

@IAMGROOT It certainly will.

Casual relationship

jlynn37 comments on May 31, 2018:

I would call it my kind of relationship. That has been what most of my relationships have been, what I prefer and still look for to this day.

jlynn37 replies on May 31, 2018:

@ashortbeauty Thank you.

What would it take for someone to make an incredible connection with you?

KKGator comments on May 31, 2018:

Being in the same zip code would be a great start.

jlynn37 replies on May 31, 2018:

One of my 3 conditions. Attractive, desirable and close enough to actually meet.

Casual relationship

KKGator comments on May 31, 2018:

Nothing based in reality.

jlynn37 replies on May 31, 2018:

We finally find a disagreement. Everything based in reality. IMHO

Casual relationship

jlynn37 comments on May 31, 2018:

I would call it my kind of relationship. That has been what most of my relationships have been, what I prefer and still look for to this day.

jlynn37 replies on May 31, 2018:

@ashortbeauty If you read my profile you will see that I stated my position right up front for all to see.

Do you find it offensive when theist think without a belief in god/gods, it’s impossible to have ...

IAMGROOT comments on May 30, 2018:

Not offended, no. However, it does bother me that, Christians especially (or maybe I think primarily of them since they are so influential and there are so many of them in the US), feel they own the moral high ground. I believe there is a small fraction of Christians who truly believe and who ...

jlynn37 replies on May 30, 2018:

Well stated.

Just discovered chat rooms here but not sure how long they've existed.

GoldenDoll comments on May 29, 2018:

I agree. And this is why I opted out of the Level 7 & above groups which can control other lesser mortals on this site, and which seem totally like church elder groups to me. This is not why I became an atheist. I wrote a lengthy explanation of why I didn't like such groups to admin when they ...

jlynn37 replies on May 29, 2018:

@GoldenDoll I will stop here.

Just discovered chat rooms here but not sure how long they've existed.

GoldenDoll comments on May 29, 2018:

I agree. And this is why I opted out of the Level 7 & above groups which can control other lesser mortals on this site, and which seem totally like church elder groups to me. This is not why I became an atheist. I wrote a lengthy explanation of why I didn't like such groups to admin when they ...

jlynn37 replies on May 29, 2018:

@GoldenDoll A-theism is the rejection of god(s) only, not the rejection of religion or any group.

Are you a fan of the theory of negative clothing?

jlynn37 comments on May 25, 2018:

I am a fan. I prefer to see a woman wearing only a bikini or only panties, wearing a revealing dress and pants to totally naked.

jlynn37 replies on May 29, 2018:

@GoldenDoll I am not expecting ANYTHING from women or anyone. I am simply expressing my opinion, which I am entitled to, the same as you.

Are you a fan of the theory of negative clothing?

jlynn37 comments on May 25, 2018:

I am a fan. I prefer to see a woman wearing only a bikini or only panties, wearing a revealing dress and pants to totally naked.

jlynn37 replies on May 29, 2018:

@GoldenDoll You have just answered your own question, at least as it pertains to you. Other's mileage may vary.

The hospice service for which I work is proud to "honor vets".

Captnron59 comments on May 29, 2018:

The honors and medals really mean nothing to me. It's dressing for the uniform.

jlynn37 replies on May 29, 2018:

@GipsyOfNewSpain What an unnecessary, terrible, condescending statement.

The hospice service for which I work is proud to "honor vets".

GipsyOfNewSpain comments on May 29, 2018:

This is a religious country. We like or no like.

jlynn37 replies on May 29, 2018:

This "supposedly" is a secular government with the majority of it's citizens being religious.

Just discovered chat rooms here but not sure how long they've existed.

GoldenDoll comments on May 29, 2018:

I agree. And this is why I opted out of the Level 7 & above groups which can control other lesser mortals on this site, and which seem totally like church elder groups to me. This is not why I became an atheist. I wrote a lengthy explanation of why I didn't like such groups to admin when they ...

jlynn37 replies on May 29, 2018:

If you are an A-theist, you became an A-theist for one reason only. You reject the claim that there is a god(s). That is all there is to A-theism..

Are you a fan of the theory of negative clothing?

jlynn37 comments on May 25, 2018:

I am a fan. I prefer to see a woman wearing only a bikini or only panties, wearing a revealing dress and pants to totally naked.

jlynn37 replies on May 29, 2018:

@GoldenDoll I have never done that but why not come to visit me and I will put your's on and you can make your own determination?

>How will you vote?

NotConvinced comments on May 26, 2018:

Not voting

jlynn37 replies on May 27, 2018:

@NotConvinced Your opinion is noted as is mine.

>How will you vote?

NotConvinced comments on May 26, 2018:

Not voting

jlynn37 replies on May 27, 2018:

@NotConvinced you do you and I do me. Strive to cause or do no harm.

>How will you vote?

NotConvinced comments on May 26, 2018:

Not voting

jlynn37 replies on May 26, 2018:

big mistake in my opinion and that is why we have Donald Trump and his gang of misfits in office.

I was wondering... what do you do with a lack of ambition?

Mike007 comments on May 26, 2018:

Absolutely nothing.

jlynn37 replies on May 26, 2018:

Or whatever you want too. Idleness is not being in a position of doing nothing, it is being in a position to do anything.

I have to laugh at the absurdity in movies, and TV, where some great catastrophe has been visited on...

5082gregory comments on May 26, 2018:

The holocost, 911, slavery are all gods way to test his creations. I thought god knows everything?

jlynn37 replies on May 26, 2018:

God created this video game for it's amusement and it enjoys playing.

I have to laugh at the absurdity in movies, and TV, where some great catastrophe has been visited on...

USMC_DOC8404 comments on May 26, 2018:

What kind of moron, test his own creations, if he already knows the outcome?! ?

jlynn37 replies on May 26, 2018:

I would think just about any moron. That is why they are morons.

Urge your Senators to co-sponsor the Do No Harm Act today!

JackPedigo comments on May 25, 2018:

I just saw this and will write my congress people. However, they are all Democrats and usually support the same things we do.

jlynn37 replies on May 25, 2018:

I'm live in Texas and both my senators are republican, conservative, evangelicals and will just laugh at any attempt to sponsor or pass this legislation as will any and all like minded senators is congress.

Are you a fan of the theory of negative clothing?

KKGator comments on May 25, 2018:

I grew up hearing about "covering up" enhances the imagination of others. I always thought that made no sense. Why on Earth would I want to encourage someone else's imagination about what I might look like under my clothing?

jlynn37 replies on May 25, 2018:

@TheAstroChuck I agree and I enjoy doing the undressing myself.

Are you a fan of the theory of negative clothing?

KKGator comments on May 25, 2018:

I grew up hearing about "covering up" enhances the imagination of others. I always thought that made no sense. Why on Earth would I want to encourage someone else's imagination about what I might look like under my clothing?

jlynn37 replies on May 25, 2018:

It seem to me, most women's fashions are designed just for that purpose. Just my opinion and interpretation of course.

Why do people have such a fascination for crystals, from long before quacks and charlatans started ...

SamHarrisFan comments on May 25, 2018:

Luckily for me, I found my magic crystals using my divining rod. It must have been the hand of god that led me. These crystals have worked wonders in my life. Oh, I also have a pet magpie named "Heckle" who can talk but only to me. I interpret the squawking sounds he makes for my doctors and ...

jlynn37 replies on May 25, 2018:

I interpret the squawking sounds he makes for my doctors and handlers in the INSTITUTION I'm in. Fixed that for you.

If anybody feels they can explain men to me, I'd appreciate that. I need a refresher course.

Jlangston70 comments on May 25, 2018:

The male of the human species is often raised in an environment that promotes "masculinity". This encourages him to suppress his emotions, thereby not learning how to properly deal with them and Express them. This causes anxiety in some, an inability to truly connect with others, and a propensity ...

jlynn37 replies on May 25, 2018:

Well stated.

Why do some humans have the desire to feel superior to other humans?

JoseyWales comments on May 24, 2018:

It's the natural instinct. The strongest lion mates, the quickest rabbit survives and so on and so forth. Everyone wants to be the best at something. Just look at all the people chasing "levels" on this site with their useless links and mundane topics...

jlynn37 replies on May 24, 2018:

@JoseyWales Your opinion is noted as is mine.

Why do some humans have the desire to feel superior to other humans?

HoracioM comments on May 24, 2018:

I don't know the answer to your question, but some humans are superior.

jlynn37 replies on May 24, 2018:

ALL humans may have some superior qualities over others.

What's with the points?

girlwithsmiles comments on May 24, 2018:

Lols, just ignore them and enjoy the site ;) they should be of no consequence as long as you're happy to converse.

jlynn37 replies on May 24, 2018:

"enjoy the site", that is what the site is all about. IMHO

Why do some humans have the desire to feel superior to other humans?

JoseyWales comments on May 24, 2018:

It's the natural instinct. The strongest lion mates, the quickest rabbit survives and so on and so forth. Everyone wants to be the best at something. Just look at all the people chasing "levels" on this site with their useless links and mundane topics...

jlynn37 replies on May 24, 2018:

I for one, do not have any "instinct", desire or need to feel superior to anyone and I do not feel superior to any one.

Why do some humans have the desire to feel superior to other humans?

atheist comments on May 24, 2018:

Those who are superior control the resources which at one time was important for survival but now is just status!

jlynn37 replies on May 24, 2018:

Those with power control. Not necessarily ones who "feel" superior.

Why do some humans have the desire to feel superior to other humans?

pixiedust comments on May 24, 2018:

People can feel however they want as long as their actions are benign

jlynn37 replies on May 24, 2018:

Of course we can but that does not answer the question of why.

Appeal to Ignorance

Coldo comments on May 23, 2018:

What Is God?

jlynn37 replies on May 23, 2018:

Sums it all up nicely.

Bible verses that still bother you.

jlynn37 comments on May 22, 2018:

Why should any bible verse bother a non-believer? We are non-believers and anything and everything in the bible is total nonsense.

jlynn37 replies on May 22, 2018:

@DavidLaDeau I interpret what you say that you still have not let go of what the bible tries to teach and that it just might be true. If that is the case, I would say you might be an agnostic theist. IMHO

When is no evidence, evidence?

KKGator comments on May 22, 2018:

I am so sick of this question. Atheism does NOT "need" evidence. Atheism is believing that no gods exist. Period. There is NOTHING that proves that they do. Therefore, atheism is a perfectly rational position to take. If anyone wants to say that gods exist, the burden of proof is on THEM.

jlynn37 replies on May 22, 2018:

I yield to KKGator.

A Pastor and his 2 wives believe the Bible supports their relationship With 19 and 60 Year Old.

Lukian comments on May 22, 2018:

the 19 yo could easily be the 44 yo's daughter. Add their ages together and it almost equals his age. The bible is the Swiss army knife solution to every kind of nut job. It can justify so many demented beliefs.

jlynn37 replies on May 22, 2018:

The bible is the big book of multiple choice.

This is absolutely true! HAHAHA

WishYouWereHere comments on May 22, 2018:

???

jlynn37 replies on May 22, 2018:

Off topic, but I use Linux as much as Windows. I have an iPad but not a Mac, an Android phone and tablets and a Chromebook. I am a computer junkie.

Tolerance or; (Why can't we just all get along?)

jlynn37 comments on May 18, 2018:

I am a live and let live individual. I will never be tolerant of evil, I will never be tolerant of trying to make fantasy a reality, I will never be tolerant of anyone forcing their dogma on another, I will never be tolerant of anyone causing or doing harm to another. Here I stand.

jlynn37 replies on May 22, 2018:

@CeliaVL Up to a point my dear.

Tolerance or; (Why can't we just all get along?)

jlynn37 comments on May 18, 2018:

I am a live and let live individual. I will never be tolerant of evil, I will never be tolerant of trying to make fantasy a reality, I will never be tolerant of anyone forcing their dogma on another, I will never be tolerant of anyone causing or doing harm to another. Here I stand.

jlynn37 replies on May 22, 2018:

@CeliaVL It is not a definition. It is a position that I hold in what I personally will allow or support in my society.

Atheists, is atheism the default of the failed philosophical hypothesis of a god or is it the ...

godef comments on May 22, 2018:

Granted, if we never started believing in god(s) as a species, than neither would the word "atheist" need to exist, why is why a lot of people want to say it is "belief base." But by it's definition, it is the lack of belief in a god, not the refusal to believe. Just wish we had a term (like ...

jlynn37 replies on May 22, 2018:

No one is required to use atheist (or any other term) to describe them self. I just use secular humanist which is what I am.

Why is there so much anger here?

Slappy_Longarms comments on May 22, 2018:

Don't mistake adamance of position and pointed language for anger, first. Then, given the absolute harm posed by religion, as well as other mindsets...some will be quite adamant in those positions.

jlynn37 replies on May 22, 2018:

This is an apropos answer to the OP.

What happens when we die?

CoryFunk comments on May 22, 2018:

Who knows i don't believe any of us know.

jlynn37 replies on May 22, 2018:

I agree. There is no way of knowing and there is only what an individual thinks, imagines or believes. The best we can do is use what evidence, facts and data tell us and try to make reasonable assertions based of what we observe in reality.

What happens when we die?

Fulishsage comments on May 22, 2018:

We are changed into what ever it is we will end up as, then be changed once again. Just as we are the product of a stars death, something will be the product of us. It's interesting to think that we are actually immortal.

jlynn37 replies on May 22, 2018:

@Fulishsage It just makes "matter" immortal.

What happens when we die?

Ellatynemouth comments on May 22, 2018:

Our personality, soul, essence stops existing and our bodies rot like any other animal. It's horrible and sad.

jlynn37 replies on May 22, 2018:

I see nothing horrible about it. It is the way nature works and as it should. IMHO

Is anyone else loving the footage from Kilauea?

Pedr0 comments on May 21, 2018:

I think that is what it has everyone hooked... Mother nature showing us her power... I doubt people are watching too celebrate loses... At least I choose to believe people are better than that ?

jlynn37 replies on May 21, 2018:

I certainly do not celebrate loss, but that is reality and the price one must accept for living on planet earth.

Will Democracy correct itself in the United States?

McVinegar comments on May 21, 2018:

If more people get off the couch and get involved, then we can change things for the better. Apathy is killing democracy. We need more than 40% of the citizens voting.

jlynn37 replies on May 21, 2018:

@NotConvinced Your opinion is noted, as is mine.

Will Democracy correct itself in the United States?

McVinegar comments on May 21, 2018:

If more people get off the couch and get involved, then we can change things for the better. Apathy is killing democracy. We need more than 40% of the citizens voting.

jlynn37 replies on May 21, 2018:

@NotConvinced If you refuse to vote, for whatever reason, you are giving a thumbs up for the greater evil.

Now that the royal wedding is over can the media move on to something that means something.

jlynn37 comments on May 20, 2018:

Who cares "what needs to be fixed in the world and especially in America". We need to know what is happening to the Kardashians and Royalty.

jlynn37 replies on May 20, 2018:

@vnufall That seems to be the sole purpose of today's republican, conservative, evangelical platform. IMHO

How many of you atheist are pro-life? Just curious

KKGator comments on May 20, 2018:

What's your definition of "pro-life"?

jlynn37 replies on May 20, 2018:

@KKGator I quite understand and concur my dear.

"One without purpose yet without purposelessness".

jlynn37 comments on May 20, 2018:

Life without purpose is simply a life that can be assigned any purpose one wishes to assign it. Idleness is not doing nothing, it is being in a position to ANYTHING.

jlynn37 replies on May 20, 2018:

@AnandaKhan "You can live without a purpose without the sense of purposelessness". Yes and that is the purpose you have assigned for yourself.

How many of you atheist are pro-life? Just curious

KKGator comments on May 20, 2018:

What's your definition of "pro-life"?

jlynn37 replies on May 20, 2018:

@KKGator Perhaps you should try harder. (pun intended)

How many of you atheist are pro-life? Just curious

KKGator comments on May 20, 2018:

What's your definition of "pro-life"?

jlynn37 replies on May 20, 2018:

You are always right on top of it KKGator.

Did the city of Atlantis exist?

BSquared comments on May 20, 2018:

I went there in 2013 they have one of the most opulent casinos I have ever gambled in.

jlynn37 replies on May 20, 2018:

and an amazing water park and slide.

Did the city of Atlantis exist?

KKGator comments on May 20, 2018:

It's an entertaining story, to be sure. Unless and until it's "found", I'm going to continue to believe it's just another story.

jlynn37 replies on May 20, 2018:

I agree. No evidence, facts or data, no existence.

Was your first true love so profound you still feel it ?

NotConvinced comments on May 19, 2018:

Meh, it turned out to be lust...

jlynn37 replies on May 19, 2018:

Mine was marvelous lust.

Help! Sitting here in Discount Tire waiting for my work truck to get new tires and I'm being forced...

pepperjones comments on May 19, 2018:

Hahaha!!! I went into a beauty supply superstore in NYC last week. One like I've never seen before and I was drooling! The worship music playing at level 10 was too much for me, I walked out without buying. It's ok, jeebus thinks I'm beautiful just the way he made me?

jlynn37 replies on May 19, 2018:

I agree completely with jeebus.

What's the big deal about suicide?

ballou comments on May 19, 2018:

I don't know about you but I want to hang on to this bag of protoplasm as long as I can.

jlynn37 replies on May 19, 2018:

At least as long as I am viable as a functioning human, otherwise, let me outta here.

Has anyone seen the Amazon miniseries "Hand of God"?

AwarenessNow comments on May 19, 2018:

This is a well-done miniseries that illustrates how religion and delusion go hand-in-hand. It also shows how human beings can justify very immoral and unethical things 'as the will of god'. Another thing that is very clear is how being religious can be faked as a completely artificial personality or...

jlynn37 replies on May 19, 2018:

Where can this series be seen?

Politely declining

jwd45244 comments on May 19, 2018:

Just say no thank you.

jlynn37 replies on May 19, 2018:

That should take care of the issue.

Guys, you do realize that we receive notifications EACH time you visit our profiles?

Aivery comments on May 19, 2018:

Lol I'm lucky to get one profile view from a person. I've only had 2 people say hello.

jlynn37 replies on May 19, 2018:

@Aivery It doesn't if you are only wanting to be internet friends and chat occasionally, but to have a chance at meeting and spending time together it is essential.

There is no objective reality. There is only an objectionable reality. Discuss.

Paul4747 comments on May 18, 2018:

Umm... no, there is objective reality. Objectively, there are scientific facts. There is objective history, as in the date of the Battle of Gettysburg or Waterloo. The laws of physics are objective facts. 12 inches equals 1 foot. 100 centimeters equals 1 meter. E=mc squared. This is objective ...

jlynn37 replies on May 18, 2018:

Sound is produced by the brain and not by a falling tree. A falling tree produces vibrating waves that propagate through the air and if those waves are detected by some source (the brain), they will be transformed into what we perceive as sound. That is my understanding and correct me if I am wrong.

"Happy Friday" Everyone!

BucketlistBob comments on May 18, 2018:

Hey brother... I love that look you got going on. I sorry that I have to tell you that I'm retired and have to find things that I WANT TO DO...lol. have some fun and enjoy... I may go fishing again with the mrs.

jlynn37 replies on May 18, 2018:

I am sure with you on your retirement comment.

Latest Death with Dignity in California

Marine comments on May 18, 2018:

I wish they would mind their own business. What I do with my own life is only my business and no one else's. Everyone should be allowed to die with dignity.

jlynn37 replies on May 18, 2018:

I totally agree, as long as it causes or does no harm to others.

Another horrible shooting.

sassygirl3869 comments on May 18, 2018:

This gun insanity must end.

jlynn37 replies on May 18, 2018:

Just as this religious insanity must end. Care to make a prediction of when it will happen?

Jesus Miracle 1:Water into Wine - This magic trick is made quite easy taking into account two ...

Coldo comments on May 18, 2018:

There is always someone selling watered down shit!

jlynn37 replies on May 18, 2018:

And always people accepting and believing it.

America's 2-Party System I know I'm not telling most people here something they don't already ...

cobra3282000 comments on May 18, 2018:

the problem i see with getting rid of the electoral college voting system would cause only a few states to control who is president of united state. that's why we have the electoral college system now. as for 2 party system, its sad it really is a two party system, there is a 3rd party but you ...

jlynn37 replies on May 18, 2018:

It is not the states that would control, it is the population and that is what a democracy is about.

Six months on the site.

birdingnut comments on May 18, 2018:

Wow. I'm a spiritual agnostic so much of what you say attacks me. Doesn't sound very accepting or tolerant, to me. Also, I also object to so many here going on endlessly complaining about religious people. I came here to avoid the subject of religion entirely. Surely there is something more ...

jlynn37 replies on May 18, 2018:

Just because someone makes comments with regards to another's perspective does not mean they are being "attacked".

How many of you actually care about the royal wedding? I won’t tease you.

carlyhorton comments on May 17, 2018:

I know it's happening, but I don't follow it enough to know when. I'll catch reports on TV, stuff will come across Facebook, and I might pick up a celebrity magazine when it's over. I'd say I have a healthy curiosity and interest. I'm not star-struck, but I do like both of them. I like the young...

jlynn37 replies on May 18, 2018:

@carlyhorton Wow, contempt! My dear I have no contempt for you (or anyone), I do not know you and know nothing about you. I am just one who is curious about people and how they think and reason. I wish you well and success in finding what you are searching for here and in your life. Love and Peace.

Why are you on this site?

Slappy_Longarms comments on May 17, 2018:

It's another group to occupy my time when I go online. If I meet other folks, all the better. I'm not agnostic.

jlynn37 replies on May 17, 2018:

I completely relate with this.

How many of you actually care about the royal wedding? I won’t tease you.

carlyhorton comments on May 17, 2018:

I know it's happening, but I don't follow it enough to know when. I'll catch reports on TV, stuff will come across Facebook, and I might pick up a celebrity magazine when it's over. I'd say I have a healthy curiosity and interest. I'm not star-struck, but I do like both of them. I like the young...

jlynn37 replies on May 17, 2018:

And just how do you know what Harry has become? I assume your only information is from the media and mostly tabloid rags and you do not know him personally.

How many of you actually care about the royal wedding? I won’t tease you.

AmelieMatisse comments on May 17, 2018:

Well it is better than the Kardashian bull shit nonsense.

jlynn37 replies on May 17, 2018:

Not a bit of difference in my opinion.

What is the best way to get people to see the gradients in the world around them instead of just a ...

jlynn37 comments on May 17, 2018:

All of the above mentioned factors. It is the way humans are and it can not be fixed, just dealt with. IMHO

jlynn37 replies on May 17, 2018:

@kensmile4u That is above my pay grade and job description. However it seems we have always been able to deal with it.

Are you a Bottle Water Freak?

jlynn37 comments on May 17, 2018:

It is my understanding that regardless of the container that you are using, chemicals will leech out into the contents.

jlynn37 replies on May 17, 2018:

@mtnhome Yes, Glass just may be the exception.

Now this makes sense to me: Believe nothing, no matter where you read it, or who said it, no ...

Donotbelieve comments on May 16, 2018:

I don't believe he said that! ;-)

jlynn37 replies on May 16, 2018:

You may be right.

For the guys..Boxers or Briefs?

Petter comments on May 16, 2018:

When they are young - boxers. Older men - briefs. Tight fitting, warm underwear reduces fertility!

jlynn37 replies on May 16, 2018:

So it is said.

Thoughts on Confucianism??

Fit50something comments on May 16, 2018:

In 500 BCE, Confucius was saying that if you don't want it done to you, don't do it to others. That IS the Golden Rule, and he was spreading the word 500 years before what's-his-name. Confucianism is a social and ethical philosophy, not a religion.

jlynn37 replies on May 16, 2018:

Actually it is the Silver Rule. The golden rule is positive, i.e. DO unto others where the silver rule is negative, i.e. DO NOT DO unto others. Christianity is the only one to use the positive and all others use the negative. Please correct me if I am wrong.

There is a move towards religious fundamentalism in the world, particularly among the Abrahamic ...

NotConvinced comments on May 16, 2018:

It does not deserve respect, but the right to believe what you want, as long as it physically harms no one is important. The problem is, when I tell a Christian that I will die for their freedom to believe, only 2 out of ten will reciprocate.

jlynn37 replies on May 16, 2018:

I hope I am never put in that position.

If Conservative Evangelicalism Gets Its Way Thoughts?

atheist comments on May 16, 2018:

Well, my understanding is that more people are becoming non-religious which means that in order for evangelicals to get their way they would have to be in control of the power positions in society!

jlynn37 replies on May 16, 2018:

That is exactly what their intention is and what they are working on to achieve. If the citizens continue to not vote, they will achieve that end because conservative evangelicals VOTE in mass.

It is very difficult to conduct an adult conversation on politics or social controversies, even on ...

memorylikeasieve comments on May 16, 2018:

There are some things that have no merits. I will not debate with individuals who want people like me dead, or with those who support such individuals.

jlynn37 replies on May 16, 2018:

@Donotbelieve The conservative evangelical individual and agenda are anti-lgbt in every aspect, including death to lgbt individuals as per biblical instruction.

This has always been an interesting subject for me.

CopperPenny comments on May 16, 2018:

My friend and I have discussed this. I don't think you have to be Christian to practice good citizenship in the community. People assume that because we're atheists or agnostics that we don't have a heart, or don't know how to love others. It sounds like you were raised by lovely people. I love ...

jlynn37 replies on May 16, 2018:

I share your opinion.

Who is your favorite Atheist?

jlynn37 comments on May 15, 2018:

ME ...