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Is it legal to not hire someone because of their weight?? I was looking for jobs this morning and one requirement for one job was that the employee MUST be physically fit. Is this acceptable? If the job requires a physically-fit individual to handle the job duties, then the employer is well within its rights to require a certain standard. Jobs that involve heavy lifting or standing for very long periods or the ability to move very quickly come to mind. And I think it's not only a matter of the physical requirements for a job but also the fact that an employer must protect...

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Do you feel comfortable praying in front of other people? Yes, since prayer is an internal activity and no one even needs to know that you are doing it. I pray in front of people all the time. That whole bowing heads and clasping hands thing isn't necessary. If those things were prerequisites then, yes, I'd probably feel uncomfortable. For me, prayer is a personal and private thing. I prefer people NOT know I'm doing it.

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Would you hurt a Fly? With extreme prejudice. Filthy buggers! Do you know where they're born? Do you know what they eat? If they're in my house they must die.

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When my spotted puffer eats his belly gets big and he looks pregnant. is my puffer pregnant? Not likely, if said puffer is a "he." And if you have only the one, it's doubly unlikely. Anyway puffers "puff" up. It's what they do. Not likely it's pregnant. I was never able to get them to breed in captivity.

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Do you think there will be mass suicide within the 24 hours before 12/12/12 because of the supposed, "doomsday"? Considering people who believe in it, some may not want to experience it. If there is I will see it as perhaps a draining of the shallow end of the gene pool.

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Why are cops going for the drunk drivers and people who dont put a belt on what about the bad people that are still out there? Drunk drivers ARE among the "bad" people. Believe me, police departments have their hands full, but I doubt that they're sacrificing the apprehension of criminals for drunk driving or seat restraint quotas. You maybe see traffic stops more often than you see the gritty work that they also do in attempting to keep us safe. But that doesn't mean that they're not out their...

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Are you brave enough to say the things you feel and know out loud and to the world? Yes. And wise enough to know when doing so would serve no decent purpose other than to gratify my ego.

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Itching is caused by bacteria. When I put Germ-X washless hand sanitizer over the itch, why doesn’t it go away? Probably because dryness aggravates itching and those hand sanitizer gels are pretty much loaded with alcohol.

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Politicians number in their hunderds, their citizens number in their Millions. Why do we obey the rules of the few and walk into fields of blood when it is us, the Millions who have the real power? For one thing, getting those millions to agree on a consensus would be well nigh impossible. It would only be a matter of time before various self-centered factions arose and turned on one another. Anarchy is as odious as being led like sheep.

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Do you believe that Fox news channel makes a positive contribution to society? No. Quite the opposite in fact. I don't know that any of the cable news outlets do. But I do know that to the extent that they do, Fox is at the bottom of the heap. In fact they contribute negatively by fomenting hatred and ignorance.

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What is the first drink you have every morning? Water. My favorite! :)

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Is it appropriate to send a thank you to medical professional for doing a procedure in a way that it took up more of her time, but resulted in less discomfort for me afterwards? Would it be considered presumptuous, like thanking her for doing her job? I think it's quite appropriate, and not presumptuous at all. Many people wouldn't even consider this gesture of gratitutude and appreciation. I'm sure she will appreciate it. My primary-care physician and his nurse will be retiring from the medical group that I use later this year. I intend to send them each a card and some flowers. Yes, they've just been doing their jobs...

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Is it just me or do you get a kick out of Conseravtive/Teabagger/Birthers when they yell "UNDER GOD" while reciting the Pledge of Allegiance? Not only do I not get a kick out of it, I find it repugnant. And this is coming from someone who believes in a God. Grandstanding on spirituality to attempt to make political points is distasteful to me. There have been people throughout the millenia that believed that they had one deity or another on their side. In the immortal words of Mr. Natural, ". . .it don't mean shit."

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We've seen George Burns and Morgan Freeman play God, isn't it time to have Martin Lawrence, in full Shenene character, play God in a movie titled "Oh, My SELF, No They Diuhnt"? That would be an absolute riot and a must-see. ;)

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Why does everyone think its so bad to be Atheist? Not everyone thinks that. I certainly don't. And I'm not an atheist. In fact I think it's bad to be a religious zealot of any kind. I have to say that I don't find atheists sitting around smugly announcing my imminent sojourn in Hell because I don't think like they do.

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I have new neighbours who walk around nude in their back yard and swim naked in their pool. Is it normal, do others do this? If I had a more private back yard I would. Yes, lots of people do this. They usually take care to not be seen by the neighbors though. Or are you a peeping Tom or Tomasina? ;)

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What do you think of BNP the far-right party of UK? Evil devolution of humanity.

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Would anyone agree that WWIII is already happening, and started on September 11, 2001? Only someone who had no idea of the horror of a true world war.

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I know people always say not to worry what others think, but I do sometimes, alot of times. Do you ever worry about what others think of you? Only if they are powerful enough to cause me difficulty because of their perceptions or misperceptions. Even then I would characterize it as worry;more like concern.

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Just out of curiosity, for educational, not for offensive or racist purposes, is there any black people on answerbag reading this question, that DID vote, but DID NOT vote for Obama? I'm fairly certain that none of the Republican black people voted for him.

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Do you like "roughing it"? Backpacks and tents? Or do you prefer hotels and bathrooms? I like both, depending on who I'm with and where I'm at. I've roughed it from desert to mountains to seaside and enjoyed it immensely. At the same time, there is definitely something to be said for cushy accomodations; particularly as I get older. ;)

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It is very difficult not to take sides...to remain objective, removed, observant. This is especially true in politics. Suppose it were possible to look through the "lens of truth" to identify the lies and the truth...would you look? Most definitely. Knowing the truth and honoring it is much more important than any momentary flush of pride or blow to the ego attendant upon my being right or wrong about an issue. Interesting and pertinent question. +5

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How would you prepare chicken gizzards? The way I prepare them is only good if you like things hot and spicy. I make a paste of "chilli" powder and a bit of oil. Chilli powder is a very hot, red pepper powder that you can find in many ethnic markets. I think it's mostly used in Indian cookery. You could also use cayenne I suppose, but you'd need quite a bit of it. I usually use like a quarter cup of the stuff with...

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How do you cook your chicken livers? I dredge them in flour that's been simply seasoned with salt and pepper. Then I fry them in hot oil until browned and crisp. After draining them on paper towels (or brown paper bag ;)) I may sprinkle with a bit of cayenne and/or garlic powder.

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Why do atheists feel the need to cram their beliefs down those who believe? They criticize fundamentalists for doing that yet do the same thing, why? Is tolerance selective? First of all, your question would be more honest if you didn't attempt to paint all atheists with the same brush.Secondly, it's odd that someone on record as saying that women are "bitches" and that atheists are "filth" that will "burn in hell" should be advocating "tolerance." Oh, and I'm neither a woman or an atheist. But I can a smell...

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If scientists didn't discover that the universe had a beginning until the 20th century, how did the writer of Genesis know 3,500 years ago? You realize, don't you, that Genesis did not have a single writer? And that the writers of Genesis were of at least two different "factions?" And that all religions have a beginning-of-the-universe-story?

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Do you consider Messianic Jews as Jews or Christians? I consider them to be Christian in regard to religion.

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"Should all governments in the civilized world outlaw 'Halal-slaughter' on grounds of 'prevention of cruelty to animals' & 'health-&-safety' ?" Only if they did the same for kosher slaughter on the same grounds. And let's not forget certain Christian sects like those of some Armenian Christians and their ritual slaughtering methods and practices. I find it interesting that whenever this question is raised these days it is in reference to halal practices, when kosher practices are practically the same. Of course, back in the day...

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I keep seeing stuff in the news about militia groups popping up. If a rebellion was launched who would you support? The freely-elected and legitimate government of the United States of America. Period.

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Theo is Greek for God, this is where the word theory comes from, so God is a theory, theories have been found to be true, So God Can be true if you believe in your theory, I do, I believe.But where does the English word God originate from? The English word, theory, is not etymologically related to "theos." Theory comes from another Greek word, meaning to speculate, consider or look at. As for "God," that word is English. It comes to us from Old English. Other Germanic languages have similar constructiosn. Of course, it can ultimately be traced to Sanskrit or Proto Indo European, but in its present form it...

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Would you would allow your body to be turned into compost to grow flowers when you die? What kind of flower would you want to nurture? That is *exactly* the sort of thing I'd like to happen with my body after death. I've opted for cremation because, if I can't just be planted in the ground to return to the elements and maybe nourish a tree, I don't want to be buried. I don't care what kind of flowers. . .oh, okay. . .roses. But I'd prefer a tree ;)

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Christians: Do you believe that the story in Job 1 happened before or after Satan's supposed revolt against God? Because they sound like they're buddies the way they chat. The story only really makes sense if one understands the Judaic concept of Satan, who essentially acts as God's "prosecuting attorney." The "revolt," casting out of Heaven, etc. is a Christian addition. In Judaism Satan is a divine being with a God-given and God-sanctioned purpose. He has always been God's servant.

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Anyone want to wish me a Happy Anniversary, 30 years with the best partner? Belated Happy Anniversary! :)

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Why are many poor people so lazy? I imagine that lazy poor people are lazy for the same reasons that lazy rich people and lazy middle-class people are lazy, i.e., for any number of individual reasons. I don't know if it was your intention or not, but as an American I find this question very offensive. It has been fashionable in this country since the Reagan years to place blanket blame on poor people for their plight....

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How would you feel if a significant number of virologists and other scientists go on record stating that the Swine Flu was created in a laboratory and could not evolve naturally? Do you mean if we discovered that H1N1 was created in a laboratory? Because swine flu viruses have been around for a very long time. The global pandemic of 1918 was a swine flu. At the time though our understanding of flu and viruses in general was very, limited. We didn't even really know the methods of transmission then or that it was caused by a virus. So it's unlikely that it...

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Children aren't born into a political party, we develop our politics when we mature and make a reasoned choice. Why do we expect children to be indoctrined with religion? The truth of the matter though is that many people may as well have been born into a political party. I meet a great many people who are members of a party or subscribe to the platform of a particular party because that's the "way I was raised" or because that's what "my parents and grandparents" were. Your point is well-taken though. In an ideal society...

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You evil meat eater! Become a vegeterian now. How do you feel about thse words? Makes me want a carnitas taco.

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How do you pronounce bodhisattva? bow-dee-sot-vuh

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How do you pronounce Mahayana? It sounds like: Ma-huh-ya-nuh

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Which tastes better: Milky Way or Snickers? Snickers. The caramel and peanuts are better than just nougat in my opinion.

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I need to KNOW combinations, of ALL food groups, I can EAT to KEEP my blood GLUCOSE level down! I am a type two diabetic. I've tried the "low carb" thing, two years, all was well BUT, FOODS are REDUNDANT! I AM BORED and can't exercise. HELP! I'm a type 2 who eats a fairly low carb diet. I usually refer to it as a "moderated" or "lowish" carb diet actually. I don't avoid all carbs, but I make sure that I get the most bang for my buck with them. As I'm sure you're aware, moderating carbs is the best way to control BG levels. What is it that you're finding boring or redundant? Is it a...

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Do you read the ingredients on the packaging of processed foods, or do you not care what they put in it? Yes, I read all labels very carefully. For me the issue is not only the safety or desireability (or undesireability) of certain ingredients but also the fact that I need to know that I'm actually getting what I pay for. Have you ever read a label to find that the presumed prime ingredient (what the product or foodstuff is named after) is only present in a very small amount, way down on the...

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The Jews and many Christians teach that the day starts at sunset. I believe the Bible teaches that the day starts at sunrise and ends at sunset, which makes total sense. Do you agree or disagree, and can you back up your answer? In Genesis, each of the descriptions of the days of creation is ended with: ". . .the evening and the morning were the [1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, etc.] day."

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Ribs or porkchops? Ribs, as long as their pork and cooked low and slow on the pit, with a bit of smoke, as I am doing today. :)

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How to say it properly? "Your native language is English, isn't it?" or "English is your native language, isn't it?" Both forms would be correct and proper in English. You could also say, "Isn't English your native language?" Depending on context and intonation a case could be made for there being a very, very subtle difference between the two phrasings. But even most native speakers wouldn't catch that difference.

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Why are Christians so hostile and unloving to people who do not believe the way they do? Those hostile people aren't really Christians. They're just playing one in real life, as the saying goes.

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The pope says I am the way the truth and the life,no man cometh to the Father but by me.Isn't that blasphemous and totally rejecting what Jesus said in John 14:6?Jesus said I am the way,and didn't say anything about a pope.So isn't that blasphemous? You have never, EVER heard a pope say such a thing except when quoting Jesus. Why are you such a liar? Why? Once again you prove that what you do best is bear false witness.

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My blood pressure was 116 over 64. Is that healthy? I hate you. . Seriously though, optimal is 120/80, so you're doing great! :) Wish mine was even close to that. But then I'm a grumpy, cantankerous old coot. ;) . +5

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Should porn be banned from the internet? A related and preliminary question might be, *Can* porn be banned from the Internet. This is like asking should salt be banned from the ocean. Can't happen. Ain't gonna happen. ;)

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Do Arabians have a sense of humor? Horses? Humor? So *that's* what that whinnying sound means! :)

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Fox News ratings go up and at the same time there is a rise in uninformed Teabagger/Birther/Protesters and white supremacy hate groups... Coincidence? You noticed that, huh? The Southern Poverty Law Center just reported that militia activity is on the rise again to an extent that we haven't seen since shortly before the Oklahoma City bombing.

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What is one quirk about you that offline friends know and online friends do not ? (mine is i cannot drink without a straw) I will not eat a savory sandwich of any kind (including hamburgers or hotdogs) without chips of some sort.

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If I am baptised Episcapol; can I be unbaptised? Just to end my part in being part of a religion I never had belief in. As Episcapols we can be baptised at any age, I did not make the choice as a one month old. Baptisms, initiations, confirmations, etc. only mean something or have power for those who believe in them. If you don't believe in it then it has no power for you and undoing it is a moot point, no? Infant baptisms are for parents. A child can't make a decision of conscience like that. Your part in the denomination ended the day you decided it was not for you. You don't...

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Was mother Teresa an atheist? Here is a quote from her: "Even deep down… there is nothing but emptiness and darkness... If there be God — please forgive me." I'm not familiar with that particular quote, but I know that at one time she went through what some in religious or spiritual life have called a "Dark Night of the Soul." It's a phenomenon that appears to be known to all of the world's faiths. It doesn't make someone an atheist though. What is happening in this experience is not as simple as lack of a belief in...

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Sarah (My Kids are Off Limits) Palin used her own kid as a prop in her latest speech condemning Obama's health plan. Does this make her an unfit mother, a hypocrite, or just a bimbo? http://www.casavaria.com/cafesentido/2009/08/09/3939/sarah-palin-telling I think that Palin has already proven herself to be a do-as-I-say-not-as-I-do type. I can't jusdge her mothering skills, and she's a bit long in the tooth for bimbo status. So, I'll try hypocrisy for $200, Alex.

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Al-Queda shootout this weekend between high-ranking officers? Anyone else just lose the last shred of respect you had for them? I don't respect religious zealots of any stripe. Particularly violent, murderous ones.

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Mythology and religion, are they related? Yes. In that most religions have an associated mythos. The average person thinks of myth as being something untrue. In Western society we tend to use myth interchangeably with fable, legend and other words embodying concepts that point to a lack of truth. Myth can be very briefly defined as a complex of traditional narratives, sometimes accepted as history, that serve to explain the origins,...

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My son sent me a box of Godiva chocolate for Father's Day? Do you like Godiva chocolate? I used to. I haven't had any in a while, but if it's still the same quality that I remember it is divine. :) I credit Godiva with alerting me to the fact that I didn't really dislike chocolate as I once thought I did. After having Godiva I realized that the issue was that I don't like cheap, poorly made chocolate. Good, high-quality chocolate like Godiva produces? To DIE...

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Does anyone NOT like chocolate? can a person like this exist? I come close. I used to think that I didn't like chocolate. Then I discovered (well into adulthood) that the fact of the matter was that I liked really *GOOD* chocolate. All chocolate is not created equal. Now most chocolate lovers can eat chocolate anything at any time. I will only eat high quality chocolate and I don't like it on or with just anything, and I don't want it...

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Has anyone performed ceremonial magick?Iand if so how did you feel about it did it work for you? Yes, I have. Yes, I still do. Yes, it does. Why do you ask?

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The Senate finally confirms Sonia Sotomayor for Supreme Court Justice: good news or bad news? Great news! I think she will be a good judge, although only time will tell. It's great to see another woman on the Court.

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Why does the Catholic Bible contain 73 books while the Protestant Bible has only 66? With both claiming to have the complete Word of God, which one should be believed and why? I would be very suspicious of anyone claiming to have the "complete" word of God. But as for the number of books in each, the Catholic Bible *was* first. I'm not speaking to the authenticity or accuracy of either; just saying that those "extras" were actually an accepted part of the Bible up until the 16th century, when they were removed by Protestant reformers.

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I know someone who is going away for 2 week and leaving his cats at home, with someone going round twice a day. I'm disgusted, should I be? Why are you disgusted? I am fortunate to have a cat-loving friend who lives around the corner from me. We regularly do the twice-a-day thing for one anothers cats when either of us has to be out of town for any length of time. Why are you disgusted? I suppose your friend could board the cats. But to what end? Cats resent big changes and will be most comfortable in the environs they're...

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Can those who are truly religious be racist/bigots at the same time as they practice their various faiths? How is that possible? I guess it depends upon their religion. There are religious sects that advocate such bigotry. The Christian Identity movement and the World Church of the Creator come to mind: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christian_Identity http://www.adl.org/learn/ext_us/Christian_Identity.asp?xpicked=4&item=Christian_ID http://www.adl.org/backgrounders/wcotc.asp

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In the linked audio presentation, Psychologist Paul C. Vitz asserts that Atheism is often an Oedipal wish fulfillment. That is they murder their Father (albeit intellectually) and place them self in His place. Has anyone observed or experienced this? What if the deity in question is a goddess?

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Do you think it's right for Atheists to say Christians are delusional? About as right as it is for Christians to say that atheists are evil/delusional/going to Hell (take your pick). Many people from both groups could learn some manners.

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God is...? Ineffable

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What famous Welsh person or persons can You name. Richard Burton Frank Lloyd Wright Catherine Zeta Jones

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Since gay marriage is passed left and right why can't euthanasia be passed isn't it up to the individual to make their own lifestyle choice not the majority! What does one have to do with the other?

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What are the keys to cooking a good steak? An initial sear over high heat if possible, not overcooking (well done steaks are an abomination), and letting the steak rest for a couple of minutes after coming off the heat. This is so that the juices redistribute throught the meat and don't all come spilling out at the first cut.

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Have you ever smelled lightning? Yes. Ozone! :) It's invigorating.

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Were the Mayans Christians? For people who believe that the world will end in 2012, does this have anything to do with when you think the Rapture is coming or are these two topics unrelated? I'm confused. Please educate me on the matter. No, the Maya who created the calendar were not Christian. The Maya had a very complex, ritualistic, polytheist religion that permeated practically all facets of their lives. Even many of the Maya who are "Christian" are really only nominally so, as they practice a syncretic form of Christianity that is combined with traditional religious beliefs and practices.

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Most Commonwealth countries call it petrol. Americans and others call it gasoline. How did it come to be that a product with the same history and composition came to have a different name? Well, petrol is short for petroleum distillate. The word petroleum is coined from two Greek roots; petro-, "rock," and oleum-, "oil." So "rock oil." Gasoline, on the other hand seems to be one of those words that should have been trademarked, probably, but never was. It's one of those cute names that chemists like to make up. ;) It's a combination of...

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What do you guys sleep in ? I use sleeping T shirts but I know several fully grown men and women that still use jim jams Nude. Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. For 40 years now. ;)

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Is it a good idea for people in the U.S. to start learning a second language? Yes. The thing is, it's ALWAYS been a good idea but so many Americans reject it. Not only is learning another language good for keeping the brain nimble, it has other practical benefits; enhancing one's job marketability, for example. And in a world that becomes smaller every day, it's simply a good idea. We no longer have the luxury of assuming that we will never run into...

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Did anyone know that the anti-christ will be a socialist? Did you know that if you believe that crap you're an effing loon? :)

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What is a type of food you enjoy that starts with the letter M? Marrow

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Radishes! Anything besides salad can you use them in? Maybe canning? I like to pickle radishes. Fresh ones are also good, when young and sweet, sliced thin and eaten on crusty, buttered bread.

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Will we ever just take pills for nutrition instead of eating foods? I hope not. I hold the culinary arts in very high regard. Cuisine has already suffered enough from the culture of fast food and highly-processed "convenience" items. There will never be an adequate substitute for flavorful, fresh ingredients that are thoughtfully prepared for consumption.

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Can you describe your cooking in 3 words or less? Above all, flavor.

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"I am not a racist," says cop who wrote Gates slur. If calling Gates a "jungle monkey" isn't racism, what is? See LINK: It's definitely racist. No doubt about it. And while I don't like the idea of anyone losing a job, I believe that this gentleman needs to be held to a higher standard. He is sworn to protect and serve ALL law-abiding citizens. Can he be trusted to adhere to that mandate?

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Do you wish you weren't so racist or are you fine with racism? I think everyone is at least just a little bit. I'm not fine at all with racism. And I know that most people who read this will not believe it but I am not now, nor have I ever been, racist. It could be because my large family has been multiracial for a very long time (dating back to the 1700s). But I think it's a combination of upbringing *and* something intrinsic to my makeup. I literally do not understand racism. I *will* admit...

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Can you tell me a "secret ingredient" you put in a dish that most people wouldn't guess? Chocolate in my chili. Coffee in my turkey gravy. Anchovies or anchovy paste or Vietnamese fish sauce in certain pasta sauces like my puttanesca or bolognese.

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Do you ever buy saffron in bulk? I use it quite a bit. I've never bought it in bulk, but a friend of mine who has family in India usually brings me back a half ounce or so of Kashmiri saffron when he visits home once a year.

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What else to try slow roasting on the grill other than pork butts & brisket? Pork spareribs of course! :) Ribs done right should be cooked low and slow.

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I have been trying to make North Carolina style barbeque sauce everyone likes it but some say the taste of the viniger is to strong what can I do to tone down the taste of viniger in my sauce? What kind of vinegar are you using? Distilled white? If so, give apple cider vinegar a try. I find that it has a rounder, less sharp flavor. And it accents the flavor of pork VERY well.

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Have you ever ate mold before? Just this evening in fact. We had pears, grapes and melon, with port and roquefort cheese for dessert. All of the blue cheeses have mold in them. That's what that blue coloring is. ;)

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Do you cook with olive oil or corn oil? Olive oil. Plain for frying or sautees. Extra virgin for salads or for flavoring after cooking. Using extra virgin olive oil for general cooking is a waste of money as the flavor doesn't hold up well to heat.

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Many say that we or humans have evolved from apes or monkeys do you think that cars have evolved or changed through years? "That is my quetion" People who say we evolved from apes or monkeys are wrong. :) And I *do* accept evolution as valid and correct. But anyway, yes cars have definitely "evolved" throughout the years. In everything from appearance to technology. Of course, this is only because of changing tastes in aesthetics and the advance of knowledge. It's not a natural process. ;)

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What is greasy? Improperly fried foods.

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Men, be honest. If you're on a nude beach, do you compare the sizes of other guys' cocks to your own? No matter what they tell you, they ALL do. Or want to. And it's not limited to nude beaches. Locker rooms and urinals are other places that men "sneak peeks." Few of them are going to admit it though.

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Is Molecular gastronomy worth it? Chef blows his hands off! Yikes! Evidently not. I wonder how common such accidents are. I would think someone would need training in handling hazardous materials to handle that stuff. There seems to be a problem with the Telegraph article. The headline states that it was Heston Blumenthal (who uses the technique regularly) who blew off his hands. To the best of my knowledge Blumenthal is in his 40s, not 24 as the...

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Which chef do you prefer cheeky chappy, Jamie Oliver or Foul mouthed ranting Gordon Ramsay? Ramsay, in spite of his expletive-infused speech, I find to be more appealing as a chef.

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Is Duff Goldman from "Ace of Cakes" cute or what? I'd do 'im. ;)

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What is your favorite show on the Food Network? It's between Next Food Network Star, Chopped and Good Eats. Can't make up my mind as I love 'em all.

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MY CAT IS HAVING TROUBLE PEEING WHAT SHOULD I DO? HELP As you have been told, GET THAT CAT TO A VET RIGHT AWAY! That is, if the cat is still alive. Inability to urinate or trouble urinating is a sign of a blocked urinary tract or a urinary tract infection. This is very painful for the cat and will be fatal, quickly, if not treated. Don't ever delay when you see this happening.

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Is Marxism the opium of the intellectuals? Perhaps for pseudo-intellectuals. A true intellectual will never allow himself or herself to be locked into an ideology or mindset that would mitigate the ability to think creatively and analytically. I'm not dumping on marxism as such in this regard. Capitalism and all the other -isms are equally capable of being used as opiates. The intellectual isn't a superhuman after all. On...

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Whatever your political affiliation, do you believe every word of the dogma associated with its ideology or do you sometimes cringe at some of the things "your side" says? I'm a registered Democrat at this time (for the sake of "convenience") but consider my ideology to be independent of any party line. I've become increasingly appalled at the antics of the Republican party for at least the last couple of decades and will no longer vote for Republican candidates until the party regains its sanity. That said, yes I find myself cringing at...

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What is your favorite place to get tacos? My kitchen. Failing that, my sister's former mother-in-law's kitchen. :)

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What is your favorite taco ingredient? Carnitas!

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Do you make your own corn tortillas? Is it worth the work? I've just begun doing it and it's alot of work. I'm hoping it will get easier with time and practice because we love the taste. Yes, and it is worth the work, *unless* you have a good tortilleria nearby. Man I miss California! :( I only make them for special occasions. For example, if I've made chile colorado or chile verde. For standard stuff I use store-bought. But we're lucky to have a small, hispanic grocery here that ships 'em in fresh from some outfit in Chicago. I just noticed this question...

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Which do you like better pasta bolognese or spaghetti bolognese? For me, spaghetti unless the pasta in question is pappardelle. Talk about rich and satisfying!

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Which country produces the best curry? I'm inclined to say India, but I really love some of the southeast Asian curries a lot! I guess that for me it depends on what type of curry I'm in the mood for. Thai and Vietnamese curries are nothing to turn the nose up at! :)

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Do you ever eat tuna right from the can? Only if it's packed in olive oil.

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You probably know at least one of these one-liners. Give us your favorite one. Jesus saves, and _________________ Moses invests. Originally seen 41 years ago, spray-painted on the side of Fairfax High School in Los Angeles, Ca. It was a predominately Jewish school. ;)

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How would you put out a kitchen fire? If it was wood or paper I would use one of the fire extinguishers I keep in the house. If it was a grease fire I would use a lid or other object to smother the flames. That's the safest way, according to my local fire department when they came to deal with the aftermath of one in my kitchen.

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What courtesies do we commonly practice that were originally born out of superstition? Wishing blessing or health on someone who sneezes. I've read that this may be connected to the belief that an explosive sneeze could jar the soul from the body. Likewise, covering one's mouth when yawning, I've heard, comes from the belief that the soul might leave the body. I've heard another reason was the belief that demons could *enter* the body. . Interesting...

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Why are there so many Jehovah witnesses coming around my house trying to convert me but i never have had a baptist or a catholic, a muslim or a jew etc do this? What do you think about that? I don't get Jehovah's Witnesses, Baptists, Catholics, Muslims or Jews. I get random, allegedly non-denominational, evangelists.

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How would you describe 'intelligent design?' How is it different to the Bible's rendition of God creating the world? The fact of the matter is that the theory of Intelligent Design isn't any different than creationism. The "rendition" (as you put it; and that's a good word choice) in the Bible may have a different face, but the concept of a supreme intelligence/creator creating everything in one fell swoop, ex nihilo, isn't any different. Intelligent Design was, after all, a...

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How to put it nicely, does anyone else get tired of "dumbing down" for society? Especially here where there are a lot of Hispanics. With anyone else I act normally, then around Hispanics it seems I have to exert so much for simple conversation, but wou... I have the exact same problem with the rednecks and hillbillies in my part of the U.S. Many of their families have lived in the U.S. for generations and still are unable to write or speak a basic sentence using grammatically correct English. I do have to sometimes tailor my vocabulary and syntax to make myself understood. But I don't call it dumbing down. I call it communicating with...

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Do you like jam with or without bits? Bits of what?!? Seriously though, yes, with bits please. I like my jams with texture. :)

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Has Sarah Palin has morphed into what the Republicans always caricatured Hillary Clinton as: preachy, screechy and angry? No. No morphing here. That's exactly what she *always* was, is and will be. The very thin veneer is peeling is what's happening.

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Fox News Channel commentator Glenn Beck says he believes President Obama is a racist. He said Obama has exposed himself as a person with "a deep-seated hatred for whites". Do you think that is true? No I don't think it's true. But Glenn Beck? Calling someone a racist? Isn't that a bit like Kim Jong-il accusing someone of being a communist dictator?

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Do you think that someone diagnosed with "post-partem PSYCHOSIS" should have their children taken away? Only for as long as it takes her to get treatment and recover. Much as I would like to say "no" I believe that the welfare of the children has to be the overriding issue. Someone suffering this disorder is a potential danger to herself and her children.

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How often do you eat frozen burritos, ramen, or mac n cheese for dinner? I only eat those things if I've made them from scratch; except the ramen. I buy that dried, but I make my own broth and additions to the noodles.

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Why are atheists generalized as christian-hating elitists? Because the characterization appeals to those who have much to gain from the dumbing down of America, and the sheeple who participate in said dumbing down. Nicely-coded little memes, carefully crafted for maximum effect on those who are too lazy to think.

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What would Thomas Alva Edison have to say about audio CD's? He'd take credit for the invention if some of the things I've read about him are true.

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Why the missionaries are all not going to Saudi or Iran to convert people to Christianity? Why they are doing this in Asia mostly? I don't know. Especially since it's against the law in hard-line theocratically-run states like Saudi Arabia and Iran. It puts them in harm's way and if they want to be martyrs, fine. But it earns their "converts" the death penalty for apostasy. And that is not cool, no matter what face one puts on it or no matter how it allows one to pump up the persecution card.

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I am a Christian, but I rarely go to church. My friend claims I'm not a Christian because I do not attend church and show respect to God. Is this a true accusation? If so, what would I be if I'm not a Christian? Most of the people that I consider to be real Christians, that are actually following the teachings of Christ, are *not* church goers. And there are a helluva a lot of people who are that may as well be Satan's offspring for what they really do to the teachings of Christ.

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Why are cameras not allowed in courtrooms? Seems if anywhere public they ought to be primarily there to ensure integrity and inform voters of the views of the judges for whom they vote. Aren't judicial decisions a matter of public record? Seems to me that if people really wanted to keep abreast of these things they'd get off their lazy butts and research the info instead of having everything handed to them on a silver platter. Some proceedings are recorded or televised. They're regularly reported on. But I'd hate to see the judiciary become a source of...

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Men:What is a piece of jewelry you own? An arrowhead pendant, carved from a piece of fire opal.

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What is your most important battery-operated device? My notebook.

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What has Australia given to the world? Exquisite opals! My favorites! :)

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If I told you to drink the liquid closest to you what would it be? NO way! I just came to the computer to look for a plumber (and, of course, couldn't resist a detour to AB). Sitting 10 feet away from me is a shop-vac full of the last of the stuff I've been sucking up from my downstairs bathroom floor due to what I think is a clogged main line. :( YUCK!!!

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When will people realize obama's color and charm is not gonna help them one bit with this recession? The people who believe such things will probably hold onto the idea for as long as those who think his color and charm are indicative of his being a non-American, Muslim, Socialist/Fascist, antichrist. Both sets are freaking fools. On the other hand, voters and supporters of Obama by and large didn't give their votes and support based on his color. Probably as many as withheld said...

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Whatever happened to Larry Craig? The last I heard of him was back in January. That was when he dropped his legal challenges to his lewd conduct arrest. He said at the time that he was going to form a consulting company and would be working with an group focusing on environmental issues, based in D.C.

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Many say that the Summer Solstice is the first day of summer. If this is so, why did it used to be called Midsummer's Day? I've always wondered this as well. So I took your question as an impetus to do some looking around. The best explanation that I could find points to the idea that traditionally in agricultural communities in Europe there were two recognized seasons; summer and winter. Basically, I suppose, a growing season and a non-growing season. The solstice would have been the middle of the growing...

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What is something outside that you need to clean alot during the summer? My patio and my BBQ pits.

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Can money buy happiness? It can certainly help. But in and of itself? No. For too many people wealth becomes not a tool or resource to help one toward happiness, but an end unto itself. Wealth becomes the tail that wags the dog. There are a lot of miserable, wretched rich people in the world. And a lot of happy, fulfilled poor folks.

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Would you like a free pot plant? Male or female?

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Has anyone ever eaten a fried softshell crab? What did you think of it? I like them very much; either on a sandwich or as "spider roll" sushi.

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Ever tried hummus? What did you think of it? I love it! Especially my own.

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Are blueberries particularly good for you for a certain reason? Tons of good stuff in blueberries, but primarily loads and loads of antioxidant nutrients.

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How long do you boil crab? Basically until the shell turns red. 6-10 minutes, depending on size, and make sure the water is boiling *before* you put the crab in.

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Since commercial charcoal has real coal, coal tar and chemicals in it, does it worry you to cook over it? No. I believe it is frequent, repeated exposure over long periods of time might be problematic. I don't eat barbecued foods every day or even every week. And I use good, high quality charcoal that doesn't have a lot of crap in it.

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Is it possible to get poop particles in your mouth, or to breath in poop particles when walking by a porta pottie? At the molecular level, sure. Especially if you can smell it. Can't smell something without inhaling molecules. ;)

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What's something you should never use as a towel Silk pajamas

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What is the last thing you check before leaving the house? That my 3 cats are all present, apparently healthy and accounted for.

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What are some popular fillings for Tea sandwiches? Smoked salmon with a bit of fresh dill and, perhaps, a small dollop of creme fraiche.

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Are you offended by nude images on wine labels? I've only seen a couple but no I'm not. In fact I was a bit envious that I had not designed the two that I've seen.

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Would you rather be babied and loved when your sad or left alone I prefer to brood in solitude.

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Is it scary for you to consider the thought that there really might not be a "God"? Nope. I believe in god but fully admit that that belief is based on "faith." I often consider the possibility that there is no deity. Does it bother me? No. It wouldn't change the way I live my life and the satisfaction I get from that living.

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There are so many Dirty Dishes in this Sink!!! Who is making all these Dirty Dishes when it is only Me and You? Me. I'm the cook of the house. It's what cooks do. And they *don't* wash dishes. That's for those who have enjoyed the fruits of our labors, thank you very much!

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Do you choose to disbelieve things (including hard evidence) if those things would dramatically change your world? Can you/do you fool yourself and push that evidence out of your head on purpose? (be honest) No I don't think that I could do that. It's an interesting trick and I've seen people pull it off apparently. But it would eat away at me if I took a firm stance on something and then encountered hard evidence contrary to my stance. In my experience, truth denied becomes one of two things. Either its light burns brightly enough to eventually eat through and illuminate the...

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Can you describe your life in 1 sentance? Yes, although it's not an original one it sums it up so perfectly I figured why reinvent the wheel: "What a long, strange trip it's been."

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My father sees a white spot in the center of his vision, just checked his blood sugar and it was a read out of 113, what could be causing this? 113 is not out of line for a blood glucose reading in a person with diabetes. Of course, I don't know what his bg averages or runs normally so I can't say if he has good control or not. The white spot thing sounds like it might be a retinal issue. Does he see an ophthalmologist regularly? It's a good idea for a person with diabetes.

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The Royal College of Nursing has dropped its opposition to assisted suicide, instead taking a neutral stance - what do you think? If it has dropped opposition, but not advocated *for* the practice, wouldn't that mean that it *has* adopted a neutral stance? Ummm. ..the above was my original answer. Hence, Phillis's comment. My apologies. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Okay then. . .I think that it's a good thing that they dropped their opposition IF...

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What is your opinion on the Patriot act now? My opinion hasn't changed. It was an assault on the Constitution and the civil rights of Americans when it was instituted. It still is.

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Stimulus Program's "Cash for Clunkers" sales get started. Anyone planning to trade in an old gas guzzler while it pays to upgrade? See LINK: Unfortunately my clunker (and it truly is a clunker) has a combined EPA estimate of 22 mpg. The clunker must have a combined EPA estimate of 18 mpg or lower to qualify for the program. I have friends with much newer model cars, in great condition, that qualify. How crappy is that? ;)

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Would you subject yourself to waterboarding just to see what it is like? Given there might be risk equivalent to any minor medical procedure, going under gas for a minor dental procedure for example. But no general fear of major consequence. No, as I'm not given to subjecting myself to torture for the sake of curiosity.

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What is the one thing that is sure to make you explode? One thing. . .one thing. . .let me think. hmmm. . .I only get to choose one, eh? I'd have to say injustice, no matter what form it takes — abuse of those weaker, bullying, cruelty, all that sort of thing.

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If you found out yesterday that you are going to die tomorrow, would you believe in God today? I already have a concept of deity. Note that I did not say that I "believe in God" because the assumption when one says that is the whole Yahweh-Jesus-Satan-Heaven-Hell thing. Anyway, that said, I do believe in the godhead. I also believe that some essential part of us survives death. Can I prove either? Nope. Does it matter to me? Nope. My beliefs have served my life well. In...

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In your opinion, when is Hate justified? In my opinion true hatred is never, ever justified. Hatred is a negative emotion that is ultimately toxic, not only to the hated but to the hater as well.

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Since rescue shelters for animals want you to adopt an animal, why do they charge so much for adoption fees? Rescues are not-for-profit organizations. They need to cover operating expenses such as food, shelter and medical care for the animals. Many shelter operations (but by no means all) include neuter/spay surgery and initial shots as part of the adoption and this helps pay for that as well. However, I think there's an unspoken issue here as well. I think that these fees also serve to weed...

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According to the bible, where is/was Satan at any given time? Walking the earth(Job), moving freely about Heaven, even hanging out with God(also Job), fighting a losing war in Heaven(Revelations), imprisoned in the center of the earth(also Revelations)? Although I'm gonna get downrated for saying this, I'm going to anyway. ;) Part of the issue here is that you're talking two different conceptions of Satan. Job is Old Testament. Revelation is New Testament. The predominately held Christian conceptualization of Satan is very, very different from that which was developed among the Jews. The Christian perception of Satan is a...

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Why don't people realize that by my saying "no offense" they have no right to be offended if I happen to them say something insulting? I did say "no offense" first! You say "no offense" when you have at least half a clue that what you're going to say IS going to offend. What's really being said here is, "I really hope that what I'm going to say will not offend you, because I really don't want to deal with your being offended, but there is a chance it will. However, I'm going to say it anyway and take that...

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Do you agree that the more money a person makes, the more money they have to be taxed? (significantly more tax) I do agree. The tax system in the United States has always been that way. It was not until fairly recently, historically speaking, that the middle class has had to bear the brunt of the tax burden.

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Why do people worship the Pope as if he alone as some personal connection with God? Why does he get to decide if something should be considered a miracle or not? I've never seen or heard of anyone worshipping the pope. Have you actually observed this?

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Why is it we spend billions of $ on wars but we can't spend a billion to feed those who are dying from hunger? America hates the poor. I know that sounds ridiculous. But I assure you it's true. Excellent question, by the way.

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If I tell you that your lifestyle is wrong, it will probably hurt your feelings. In your opinion, would I have just committed a "hate crime" punishable with legal penalty? No more so than if I told you that you were an intolerant, bleeding, hemorrhoid-ridden asshole for telling me such a thing. And hurt my feelings. Nah. I'm a big boy who's lived long enough to know that opinions are like the aforementioned asshole. We've all got one.

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If you believe the end is in 2012 and you are not a christian would you consider becoming one? No. I don't believe that the end is coming in 2012. If I did though, I'd not become a Christian. I'd likely adopt the religion of the Maya. It is their calendar, after all, from whence stems this ridiculous 2012 hysteria. Since they could pinpoint this end, and Christianity couldn't, who would it be prudent to go with?

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Is it wrong to complain about my small frame around someone who is overweight? Wrong? No. In poor taste? Possibly.

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Did the 'pashtuns' originate from mohammed , Islam, or were they in existence before? did they already have 'allah' just not the prophet and the koran? Originate from Mohammed and Islam? No. The Pashtun are an ancient people, probably originally of Iranian stock. Although they are predominately Sunni Muslim, they were only introduced to Islam in the 7th century. There are conflicting and controversial views as to what religions they might have practiced before then.

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Whats the longest you been with some one 23 years and counting. :)

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Is there such thing as a person who is only racist to one race and if so what are they called? A racist. with a specialization, perhaps. But still, a garden-variety racist.

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Do you have a mini bar in your home? Nope. I use the sideboard in my dining room to hold my supply of liquor, wines, glasses, tools, etc.

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By what specific criteria do you deem someone to be "racist"? I am not asking for dictionary definitions, I am asking for your personal criteria by which YOU deem someone racist. I shall stipulate mine in an answer. My criteria for determining whether or not I view someone as racist are pretty much threefold. 1. If you believe that any ethnicity has social qualities or characteristics based solely on his or her genetic inheritance, then I deem you a racist. 2. If you view any ethnicity as superior to, or inferior to, another by virtue of said ethnicity, then I deem you a racist. 3. If you dislike,...

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Reflecting back on your life, does it appall you some of the things you liked and enjoyed doing? How about the clothes you wore? Mega-afro: check Velvet bellbottom pants: check Nehru shirt: check Platform shoes: check Numerous medallions around the neck: check *sobs uncontrollably* Oh the humanity!!! ;)

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New research shows cats use a special purr to wangle food from their owners. It incorporates a whiney cry, which has the same frequency as what? Same frequency as a human baby's cry. What a neat piece of research. Thanks for alerting me to it! This one had slipped under my radar. ;) +5

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Why are all the good music artists dead??? 2pac. biggie. elvis. Michael Jackson.? All the good musical artists aren't dead. You're just not likely to hear them from the vapid, corporate-run wasteland we call radio these days. Well, that and maybe you might broaden your musical horizons a bit. Hell, I'm almost 60 and even I've moved past that bunch. ;)

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How do you feel about the Pope saying distroying the enviroment is sinful? I think it's one of the few relevant things the man has said. And if there is such a thing as "sin" that one ranks up near the top. Even the so-called "lower animals" know better than to foul their own nests. Better for him to be concerned about that than about whom consenting adults share their beds with.

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Atheist: how do you explain all of the world natural resource's? for ex: we dig for oil and we use oil for our car, heat etc.... it's like every resource we have is there for us to use, more proof of intelligent design. Oil composed of the remnants of plants and animals that the creationist set say never existed except as fossil evidence planted by Satan? I'd have to wonder how intelligent that design was though considering the fact that it's a non-renewable, and dwindling, resource. Forgot to add: +5 for your question though.

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Do you think its a good idea to pop a mosquito bite If you can "pop" a mosquito bite then it probably infected from you messing with it. Mosquito bites aren't usually poppable.

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The hearings for Supreme court Justice Sonia Sotomayor were a joke, the Senators who questioned her should all be voted out, for not making her answer the questions. This is an injustice to the American People, do you agree with my question? I don't believe the hearings were a joke. I don't believe that the senators who questioned her should be voted out. What is your question? The only question I see is ". . .do you agree with my question?"

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Why do I keep getting heart burn out of no where? I think it is heart burn any way...? It's possible that you're suffering from a form of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disorder); or perhaps an ulcer. I'd suggest visiting a doctor. GERD can get nasty. http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/gerd/

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Anne Lamott observed, "You can safely assume that you’ve created God in your own image when it turns out that God hates all the same people you do." Agreed? That is a quite insightful and profound statement. Yes, I agree. :)

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Why do you think Jesus taught in parables? Answering questions with questions and such? Because it was a tried and true teaching method, already ancient by the time Jesus was even born. It was an accepted Jewish practice at the time of Jesus. And the Buddha taught using parables centuries before Jesus.

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Do you agree with the stripping of American citizenship, the deportation to Germany, and the prosecution of Ivan Demjanjuk for collaboration in the murder of Jews during WWII? If he is guilty I certainly do believe that he should pay for his war crimes as mandated by law.

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Are you most deterred from Christianity because you don't feel like you could fit in with the people at church? No. I'm "deterred" from most implementations of Christianity because so many who call themselves Christian seem to have not even the foggiest notion of what Christ taught. I'm not deterred from Christ, from those who do the work he taught or even from all forms of Christianity. But I am not, nor will I ever be a Christian as most of those who follow that religion define it.

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Is it physically possible for any normal person to complete the Rubiks cube? My friend used to take his to bits then re-assemble it complete. I completed it. But I used a solution book. Many have completed it without that aid though.

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Can anyone answer me why everyone watches what they say in case they may hurt some minorities feelings? I'm conscious of what I say to everyone. Their minority/majority status makes no difference to me. I was raised to be polite and to believe that a civil society is a healthy society. And it's really not difficult at all. Civility and politeness are second nature to those who have had a proper upbringing. Now, this isn't to say that I can't be rude. If offended or...

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Now listening to music is a taboo for the Taliban? Nothing surprises me about the so-called Taliban. They are not Muslim. They are insane religious zealots. When you advocate things like death for having girls educated in schools, a music ban is just the tiniest bit of icing on the cake, frankly.

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Don't Christians know that The Myth of Original Sin is in complete contradiction with the OT beliefs!? ... [DEU 24:16]: The fathers shall not be put to death for the children, neither shall the children be put to death for the fathers. The doctrine wasn't even formulated until a couple of hundred years or so *after* Jesus's death. And not all Christians accept it. +5

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If Jesus Christ is the Son of God, is this suppose to imply he had the same nature & characteristics of God? Great question. I, of course, can't answer it. Not honestly anyway. Do you know, though, that this question has been asked for almost 2,000 years? Violence and hateful words have been exchanged over it. Treatises and volumes of deep theology have been been written about it. And great numbers of legitimate Christians world-wide have differing views on the question and its answers. Most...

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Pantera or White Zombie? Pantera

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Can someone become a christian without reading the bible or going to church? Certainly. One can be a Christian simply by following the teachings of Jesus Christ; regardless of what the institutionalized religion or the zealot zombies tell you. In fact, these are some of the truest Christians of all because they're not bound up and befuddled with all the accreted BS of centuries of human ego.

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Atheist: why do you criticize the belief in god, what about the ones who worship and believes in satan? ( personally i never seen a atheist criticizing the people who believes in the devil) Because Satanists don't get in their faces with their religion would most likely be the reason. I can assure you, if there were Satanists trying to convert people to Satanism and trying to force their beliefs on the rest of a secular society, the atheists would be on them like white on rice.

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Fire Fox, Internet Explorer, or Google Chrome, which do you like best and why? I started to use Firefox many years ago and have never looked back. I find it less bloated than IE and more secure. I also quite like its innovations, plugins, addons, etc. IE finally got tabbed browsing, but I had used Firefox for so long by the time M'soft added it to IE I saw no reason to change. I've not used Chrome so I can't speak about it.

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Episcopal Church Chooses Gay Christians Over Foreign Appeasement - your thoughts? >see answer http://www.boxturtlebulletin.com/2009/07/14/13184 I have friends who have been very much involved and "in the trenches" regarding this. I am amazed that the House of Bishops voted the way they did. It is refreshing and humbling to see a body that calls itself Christian actually behaving in a Christ-like manner.

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Some atheist seem to trust that science is the way to a better world; isn't this view contradicted by history? No. Science has enabled people to live longer, healthier, more productive lives. So has healthy spirituality. Looking back into history we find people believing that disease was caused by "humours" or homunculi or demons. The knowledge of science did away with such superstition, just as healthy spirituality did away with killing women as witches and murdering people because "God...

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Why do atheist blame god for all the misery in the world? I have never met such an atheist. And I'm old enough to have known quite a few in my time. That's like asking why apple trees grow oranges. Answer: They don't.

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Why do atheists often focus on criticizing christianity instead of other religions? Because, by and large, people who claim they're Christian are the only ones who screw with 'em. It's called the Law of Consequences or, in layman's terms, what-goes-around-comes-around.

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Atheist: how do you explain prophecies in revelation that have come true? Which ones would those be, please?

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How do you react when someone makes a racial slur in your presence? I tell the offender that I consider such slurs inappropriate and highly offensive. And I don't care who it is I'm telling.

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Is there anyone on site who would like to comment about politically correct people Liberal political correctness? Or Conservative political correctness? Both sides have their own brand of what it takes to be in proper lockstep with the party line. No matter which side it is, I have little patience or respect for people who follow a party line instead of thinking for themselves. That's not to say that one can't arrive at a conclusion or position that reflects...

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What is the difference between wiccan and real magick? I will attempt to answer what I *think* you're asking. The magic of Wicca is part of a religious belief system that contains elements from pre-Christian Pagan and folk religions. This magic is usually used to produce changes in the mundane spheres of life: protection, prosperity, blessing, fertility, love, sex, etc. So-called "magick" (a spelling invented or revived by...

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Is the Scientological god Xenu really, well, a god to Scientologists? Technically no. Xenu is more like the Christian Satan than a worshipped deity. He is considered to have been an evil galactic dictator who attempted to off his enemies and imprison their souls in a volcano on Earth, from which they were inadvertently released, but in a changed and damaged form. We are their "descendants."

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I see lots of policies in America is getting reversed. Is it weakening us? Especially in the global scene. Can you name some of these reversed policies so that potential answerers can make an attempt at an *informed* response to the question? Or was that not your intent?

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Do you recognize that you are inclined to sin and defend it instead of repenting of it? Have you confessed even this awareness to God? No. I am not inclined to "sin." I believe that human life is a precious gift and an opportunity to prove that we do not partake of "original sin" but, rather, "original blessing." There is no need to confess anything to God. God is omnipresent and omniscient. God is part and parcel of all existence. When humanity finally breaks and buries the shackles of religious...

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What's the last thing you bought a bag of? Sunflower seeds.

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If you do NOT profess to be a Christian, but know the Bible well enough to quote Scripture at a Christian with whom you disagree, then why do you disobey God and deny Jesus (around whom the Bible is centered) with your lifestyle? Hmm. . .what does understanding a text have to do with believing what that text states? I can quote the Bhagavad Gita, the Dhammapada, the Tao te Ching and the Eddas, among others, as well. Not being a Christian does not mean denying Jesus. And I rarely argue with Christians. I sometimes argue with people who say they are Christian, but can't seem to follow even the most basic of...

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Can you name any two elected officials from your state in each of the branches of government? I sure can. But then I work in state government, for an elected official, and it's my business to know such things. :)

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Would there be fewer atheists if there weren't as many religious zealots giving faith a bad name? Overall and in general? Probably not. There would, however, probably be fewer atheists who adopted that philosophy in reaction to what they perceive as the evils of religions.

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What was the colour of JC skin? No one living knows.

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This question is for Christians - do you feel overwhelmed by the dark oppressive powers and principalities that seem to be so pervalent here on this website? If you try to be a light in here, do you get attacked with negative ratings and nasty comments? Powers and Principalities?!? Do you even know what it is that you're referring to, or are you parroting scripture in the foolish manner that you and your kind have been warned about from the earliest days of the Christian faith? Or did you just think that sounded impressive? Delusions of grandeur and persecution are neither cute nor healthy.

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Would you work for nothing? Not for a living, no. But I have often done so when doing various types of charitable volunteer efforts that I get involved in.

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My Grandpoo passed on today, I think of the good times. What were some of the BEST memories you ever had of your Grandpa? Please allow me to extend my condolences for your loss. Cherish those memories forever. +

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What kind of rock, is common in your area? Limestone. Lots and lots of limestone! ;)

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Is a racist being fast-tracked onto the SCOTUS? Nah, that already happened with Thomas and Scalia.

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Is there a 'Crisis of Scientific Illiteracy' in America? Is science education in America lagging behind? I think that there is a crisis of illiteracy period in the U.S. Our collective national love affair with stupid seems to continue, unabated.

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Marriage is a religious ceremony, so what is your view of non-religious people getting married? Is it insulting to the religion to cherry-pick the parts that suit? Marriage is and was a civil institution long before religion coopted it as a "sacrament." If marriage was simply a religious ceremony, one would not need the approval of a civil authority to make it legal and only clergy would be empowered to solemnize the contract.

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What subject comes naturally to you? Anything having to do with English. Languages in general actually.

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Is it a felony to grow weed on your yard just for decoration? If you live in an area in which possession of marijuana is a felony, law enforcement couldn't care less what your purpose is. They *will* prosecute you. Probably worse than simple possession actually as they may assume that you're growing with intent to sell.

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Do you think a man could ever sing as beautifully as a woman? Yes. If not more so, depending on the qualities you consider "better"; particularly if he happens to be a castrato. ;)

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Why is this called the Gay and Lesbian task force? Doesn't the term Gay cover lesbian's also? why the separation? This dates back a ways. Yes, technically the term "gay" does cover both men and women. There was a time though when women were feeling marginalized (both inside and outside the "movement") because of the perception that the gay rights movement was all about the men. It wasn't conceived of as a separatist thing; more an inclusion thing.

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Is religion part of the government? Or has nothing to do with it? In the United States? No. Religion is officially separate from government. Otherwise we would be a theocracy, like Iran.

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Now minority broadcasters are asking for a bailout. Do you think that this bailout business has gone just about far enough? http://online.wsj.com/article/SB124752187967935029.html I think the bailout business had gone far enough when we started bailing out the corporate fatcats willy-nilly. Oddly, I've heard more public indignance over things like minority broadcasters or small businesses than I did over the golden-parachuted legions of Wall Street. Of course, saving them was gonna save all of us, right? ;)

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Why don't you ever see elaborate and expensive weddings at Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Halls like you see at other churches, or are they just too cheap, and don't care about their daughters having a wedding people will remember for years? Perhaps they're more focused on what they see as the business of salvation and their inner lives than they are interested in lining the pockets of the wedding industry and being ostentatious for no good reason. But I'm just guessing.

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What do you think are the top 10 things men lie about? 10. How much money they make. 9. How religious they are (or are not). 8. How much something hurts. 7. Whether or not they're lost. 6. How many fights they've won. 5. How many fish they've caught. 4. Their high school and/or college exploits. 3. Whether or not they look at pornography. 2. Their old girlfriends. 1. The size of their. . .you know. . .*whispers and points*...

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For the protection of your family, what would you do if you spotted a naked, morbidly obese man galloping through your yard while waving a flag that reads, "free to come and go as I please"? I'd probably call the police. Of course I'd do the same if he was skeletally thin, or any size in between. Not sure what his being morbidly obese has to do with it unless one is cacomorphobic.

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Do hindus reject Buddha as one of their gods? I don't think it's a matter of "rejection" since neither the Buddha nor Buddhists claim that he is or was a god.

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I say "watch out for domestic terrorism" you say? Believe it.

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Can you name a song with the name of a month in it? September Song. Originally composed by Kurt Weill and used in the 1938 musical "Knickerbocker Holiday, but recorded by at least 23 artists over the years.

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You may not belive in god or anything but you must respect others choises. It is the right sentence, but not everybody can accept it... What do you think? How to make people to follow that sentence? I don't believe that we *must* respect others choices. I *do* believe that it is in our best interests, as a species, to do so. I would also point out that respect goes both ways. If those who do not believe must respect the choices of those who do, then the favor needs to be returned in kind. If I ridicule someone for being an atheist, he or she has every right to ridicule me for being a...

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What is the direct translation of the emptyness mantra "TAYATHA OM GATE GATE PARAGATE PARASAMGATE BODI SOHA Tayatha means "like this" as I recall. Om, of course, has no direct translation. The rest, as I learned it, is translated as "Gone, gone, gone beyond, gone utterly beyond. Enlightenment, hail!"

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What is the most repulsive bug you've ever seen? Technically not a bug, but it was a wolf spider with its young; you know, the huge ones that carry their offspring attached to their abdomens?

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If you walked into a bar and ordered 'the usual' what would you be ordering? Bombay Sapphire martini, up, 3 olives.

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When exactly did the good old days end? Did you realize things were changing for the worse? I think that the concept of the good old days is a misperception brought about by a combination of lack of historical memory and increased data flow. In my line of work, as well as through genealogical research, I have frequent occassion to look over court records and old newspaper articles. Most people would be shocked to learn some of the things in these documents took place as long ago as...

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Do you like looking at lighthouses? I am extremely fascinated by lighthouses. I've visited a few on the west coast of the U.S.

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What is the name of the book closest to you Yikes! There are a bunch of them right here on my desk. Closest though is, I guess, "The New York Times Book of Wine."

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I will cook something & hubby will find fault with it, then I do it the way he suggests & HE can taste the difference, eventhough an extra ingredient was added, it STILL tastes the same to me, is something wrong with my taste buds? Your husband may just be a delusional control freak. Or he may have an extremely sensitive sense of taste. I'm one of those myself and understand that it can cause. . .difficulties. ;) I'm the cook in my household, but I go through this with my partner quite often. He will say that something tastes no different to him after the addition of some ingredient. When I describe what the...

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Empathy, sympathy, mitigating circumstances, extenuating circumstances, intellect...all epithets apparently to some. Maybe we should just have robots as our supreme court justices instead of thinking human beings. What do you think? I think the neo-conservatives and their flocks of sheep would like that. But only as long as *they* got to program the robots. They wouldn't realize, of course, that their creations might one day turn around to bit them in their collective butt. And even if they did I doubt they'd care. They care about what happens to make *their* lives "cushier." They don't really care...

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Does the use of big adjectives in insults and the ability to talk in a condescending way to others prove that one is more intelligent and therefore better able to answer questions about God? Of course not. Facility with language is a learned skill. The ability to be condescending is an unfortunate social practice. I wouldn't think either connoted proof of an individual's intelligence. Especially on the subject of THE Ineffable, i.e., "God." I have a question for you though: Insults are very obvious and there's rarely any mistaking that one has been...

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Does being a Patriot mean that you are very proud of your country, especially the way it treats those from other lands, or does it mean you are suspicious of "foreigners" and don't want anyone in your country who isn't a mirror image of you? I think that the true patriot loves his or her country and takes pride in its peoples, culture and accomplishments toward the good. Unfortunately, what many people practice is not patriotism, but nationalism; patriotism carried to a chauvinistic extreme. The patriot can look at his or her country and say, "I love my country, and in loving my country must praise and sustain her good and...

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Why do some guys want to make girls jealous? Because it makes them feel secure to think that someone wants them that much. They should be careful though or they may get more than they asked for. Ever see "Fatal Attraction"? That crap happens more than you might think. Sure you may get off with your car keyed or tires slashed or 200 hang-up-when-answered phone calls. Then again, your little slice of toast may just end up jelly...

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If we are in such a threat of our oceans rising then why are we still building on the beach Probably the same mindsets that build on flood plains in the state in which I live, and on earthquake faults and fire-prone terrain in the state in which I used to live. It's a combination of not-in-my-backyard and it-can't-happen-here mentalities, both of which can be deadly in the long run.

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Why are some people on here so racist sexist and ignorant? It's part of the human condition in today's world, I'm afraid. In polite, civilized societies people keep that stuff under wraps for the most part. The internet is, I'm afraid, perennially used as an excuse for people who feel they can't be traced or held accountable to be complete and utter assholes. On the internet no one may know that you're a dog, but they can...

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Atheist what are your thoughts about this? Very few atheists that I've ever met have issues with the idea that a man named Jesus, latterly referred to as "Christ," lived. I think it's only the ancillary attributes and accretions that they take exception to since it involves a deity.

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If you saw a young, homeless, crippled kid in a wheelchair (the only limb he had was his right arm which he used to push and steer his wheelchair) and a bunch of punk kids kicked him over and urinated on him, what would you do? I should probably call the police but the fact of the matter is I would probably end up being arrested for assault and battery against a minor. My blind rage at seeing such a thing would overrule my common sense, I'm afraid.

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America was not formed for the benefit of the racists, extremists, terrorists or any other fringe group. It was formed for the masses. America was formed to get away from these fringe groups. It is not their country. What do you think? I agree Rosie. We are, in concept anyway, a nation whose emphasis is on the "People," and a pursuit of the greater good for all of those people, not a select or elite few. "Give me your tired, your poor, Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, The wretched refuse of your teeming shore. Send these, the homeless, tempest-tossed to me, I lift my lamp beside the golden...

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I take vitamin tablets for general health-one tablet once a day however i took one at lunch today and took another one this evening, forgetting i'd already taken one. Should i have reason to worry? Nope, since most vitamin excess is flushed from the body anyway through the urine; except in the case of the fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, for example) which the body stores and which can build up to toxic levels. But you'd have to be overdosing on them for an extended period of time before that happened.

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Should attacks on politicians families be out of bounds? Depends on how one defines "attack" actually. Yes, egregious and pointedly malicious "going after" a politician's family members should be considered out of bounds. The fact remains, though, that politicians are celebrities and you know how the American public (and not just Americans, really, but that's the only situation I can discuss knowledgeably) loves...

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What room is your computer located? All desktops and my laptop (when it's docked) are in the "computer room." It's a spare room on the second floor of my house.

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Scents of what, are irresistable to you? Ripe peaches Tea roses Mysore sandalwood Frankincense Jasmine Popcorn Saffron Freshly ground, FRESH coffee

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Do you get offended if you hear someone use the Lord's name as a curse word? I have a question. What name would this be exactly? I can't say I've ever heard anyone use God's name as a curse word. Mainly because no one knows God's name.

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Definition of irony: In my town, white children are trying to keep black children from sitting in the back of the school buses. Why? Most amusing. Where is this, by the way?

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Do you harbour any secret racist thoughts, eveb if you know you really shouldn't? Let's be honest now people. I can honestly say that in my 56 years of existence I have never had one negative thought about someone that was based on his or her race in any way, shape or form. I think that the common refrain of "everybody is racist to some degree" is a cop-out. I don't understand racism. It does not compute.

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What is your favorite breed of cat? I'm partial to old-style Siamese and Ragdolls, both of which I have in the household.

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French Fries! Straight,crinkle cut or curly Which do you prefer? Do you eat Catsup with them? My vote is for straight. Ketchup is fine, but I prefer salt, fresh lime juice and a bit of crushed red pepper or cayenne.

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What is your favorite taco ingredient? Carnitas or tongue.

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Which food is better tacos or burritos? I like them both but have a marked preference for tacos. Real tacos. Not Taco Hell's.

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What is the best way of eating apricots? I like them just plain and fresh if they're of good quality. But I must admit a certain fondness for dried Turkish apricots, drizzled with a bit of acacia honey.

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When have you come closest to meeting the devil? When conversing with certain people masquerading as Christians on AB.

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Can rice weevils make you sick? I just found weevils in my rice and have been eating it for the last four days or so. While this is pretty gross, I am wondering if I should have any real health concerns? Well, weevils aren't a known vector for pathogens so I think you're safe. Consider it a cheap protein source. Disgusting, but likely harmless. No telling how many times you've ingested one or more before and were unaware of it.

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What's one 'craze' you remember and where you into it? Silly Putty! Hula Hoops! Mood Rings! Yep.

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Do you know anyone who got tickets to MJ funeral? My sister did. But only because she's a friend of someone who is related to another celebrity that is close to the family. Talk about your 6 degrees of separation. ;)

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Is AnyBody On Here Happily Married,And Is There Hope For The Rest Of Us?* I can't legally marry my partner in the state in which I live. But we've been together, happily, for 23 years and our families consider us "married." My legally married friends, on the other hand, as well as both our sets of siblings, have all been divorced. . .some more than once. So, who is it that's destroying marriage again? ;)

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Why do creationists seem to ignore Gregor Mendel? They attack Charles Darwin regularly, but appear to be unaware of the fact that genetics support the Theory of Evolution to a much higher degree than anything Darwin ever posited. Why do they do this? Mainly because most of those people don't think for themselves. Most of them don't even know what the theory of evolution is even about. They're just following the party line like good little sheeple. Darwin is the poster boy for all they are against. Besides, even if they knew about Mendel, which is unlikely in most cases, he'd be a bit of an embarrassment. Mendel was,...

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Is theory of evolution against God or not, and why Absolutely not. Anyone who says it does has no understanding of what the theory of evolution posits and, therefore, is not qualified to argue the issue. The theory of evolution doesn't address how life began, merely that life is subject to changes over long periods of time, in efficient adaptation to environmental changes. . As for its inferred contradiction of certain elements of the...

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I'm type two diabetic, I was wondering if there are any natural supplements I can take to help lower my blood sugar and most primarily to up the production of insulin in my body? Try doing a GOOGLE search on cinnamon and bitter melon as diabetes-related supplements. Both have been shown to have blood glucose lowering properties.

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When you eat at home, do you drink anything with the meal, what is it? Usually wine. Occasionally beer. Always water.

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If you were invited to the devils wedding, would you go? Only if he's marrying Sarah Palin, Paris Hilton or Britney Spears.

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Why is this Q nonsense? http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1562144 No more so than many. Not nonsense at all. Appeal it.

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If the American government really wanted to take drugs off american streets wouldn't the smartest thing to do is to go after the drug cartels in their homelands? Yes, it would. But I think that the War on Drugs has always been about good press and seeming to be doing something by going after the "small potato" dealers and users in this country instead of going after the actual "Mister Bigs" who are the exporters and importers. I remember living in San Francisco and reading an interview with a crack dealer who pointed out that if...

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WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT THE TENSION BETWEEN JUDISM AND ISLAM IN THE MIDDLE EAST? The tension is not so much between Judaism and Islam as it is between Jews and Arabs. Religion doesn't enter into the conflict, really. If anything, it's ethnic. It's not Judaism and Islam. It's Israelis and Arabs. Just ask some of the Palestinian Christians who still reside on the West Bank and Gaza.

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What is the exact place where God lives? Everywhere. Just my opinion, mind you.

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How often do you have a cup of tea? I only have one 3 times a year. Hot tea? Black= 2-3 cups a day; Green=2-3 cups a day. (except Sat. and Sun., when I drink coffee)

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Why do some christians find it so tough to believe I don't really hate them? I just strongly disagree. That's hate? I don't think so. These are people who are more about their egos than they are about Christ's teachings. It strokes their egos and their warped fantasies of what it is to be Christ-like to believe that they are "persecuted" just because you tell them that you're not interested in being proselytized.

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What rhymes with acid? Placid

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For Michael Jackson doubters. Have you changed your mind since hearing seeing all the heartfelt tributes from many well known people around the world who knew him personally or do you still believe the worse about him. Surely so many couldn't be wrong? I avoided that coverage like the plague. I've been aware of his life since he was 10 years old. I doubt there was anything new in the rehash.

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Since I just found out I have type 2 Diabetes, I'd like to know if any fellow ABer's have it too? I do. Diagnosed 15 years or so ago, I think.

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Do you like the smell of patchouli oil? Only good-quality patchouli, in whispering (as opposed to screaming) doses.

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What perfume/cologne attracts you to the opposite sex? I'm gay. I doubt any fragrance would attract me to the opposite sex.

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Why do dogs occasionally consume their feces, but never continuously? Because they know, instinctively, what takes many humans a long time to learn: a little shit goes a long way.

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Have you ever met a charismatic Asian man? Tenzin Gyatso, the current Dalai Lama.

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Do you think that Michael Jackson is in the same league as Elvis or the Beatles? No I don't. Jackson was an incredibly talented individual. I'd say the same about Elvis. Both talented, charismatic, creative individuals whose true strength was in being consummate entertainers. The Beatles, on the other hand, changed the face of music. Just my opinion. No need for anyone to get his or her panties in a knot. ;)

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Are you now regretting that you did not watch MJs funeral today? **** no.

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The World's oldest Bible is digitized. Starting Monday, July 13th, you can see it online. Do you plan to look at it? Oh definitely. I posted a question about it as well. I'm quite excited about it. But then I'm a religious history geek. And it's already online you know. ;)

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If you belive that humans were monkeys according to darwin...we know that animal doesn't were clothes...so why did humans do?? who till us that we have to hide our stuff :)...... it seems to be a silly question but i want to see ur answers :) The question is not as silly as your supposition that Darwin's theory hypothesizes that "humans were monkeys." Read a bit about evolution and what the theory actually states, then come back with something more sensible, 'k?

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The idea of Satan was created by the ancient Egyptians to try to explain why the sun goes down. Knowing that how can anyone logically believe in the existence of Satan. Satan, as perceived by the ancient Hebrews, has nothing to do with the Egyptian pantheon. Frankly, he doesn't have mmuch in commom with the Christian perception of Satan either. His name in Hebrew mewans the "adversary." He was/is perceived as basically being God's "prosecutor." All that other stuff comes much later, and is Christian in origin.

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Does Satan have an access to Heaven also? Yes, according to the Bible's book of Job.

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Why do you believe that I am being insensitive when in fact all I want is for you to know the truth? That there is only one God and that he loves you but that you are pushing him away. I don't find that insensitive at all. What I might take issue with, though, is your assumption that anyone whose perception of God does not match yours is wrong, or that they are "pushing" God "away."

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Is it wrong to call Native Americans "Savages"? See link http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7011269 Yes it's wrong. And that woman is a racist idiot.

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Other than the cross, what are some protection symbols that have been used around the world? The pentagram is one. The eye of Horus is another.

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Recently, I have been attending a Chruch that requires members to pay tithes of 10% of everything you earn. Do you agree with this practice? No. I don't agree with *requiring* someone to tithe a "flat-rate." Aside from the fact that it's a holdover from Old Testament covenants, it discriminates against the poor who, according to Christ, hold a very special place in the heart of God.

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I often see that my questions are rated helpful. Is this true or are people just rating my questions to get points? I sometimes (rather frequently in fact) rate up questions that I don't even answer. For a variety of reasons, but mostly because I think it's a good question. Or a clever one. Or a funny one. ;) And, unless I'm offended by the question I will always rate up those that I answer.

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What are three things you can do naked? Bathe Read Cook (I'm particularly daring. I fry bacon naked) ;)

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What are the surnames of the Merovingian bloodline? To the best of my knowledge the Merovingian rulers did not use surnames, although I may be wrong about that. There are some modern names that some associate with the alleged descendantsof the Merovingian lines. They include Freeman, Rothschild, Sinclair and Smith. Whether there is any truth to this I cannot say.

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If Hillary and Palin were the choices for the next Presidential election, who would you vote for? Hillary, if those were the only two choices. I think Palin, for all her alleged charm and savvy, is a loon. And I definitely don't cotton to her "values."

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I've got nearly 50 Disney tapes and I re-purchased them all in Blu-rays. What can I do with all the old VHS tapes? Sell them to someone who still uses VHS; or perhaps donate them to a childrens' charity or school, hospital, etc. and take a tax deduction maybe.

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If your friend invited you to a party hosted by a gay couple, would you be shocked and leave early or join in the fun? Considering the fact that I could *be* one of those hosts, I think I'd stay. ;)

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What's worse: A smart dogmatic Christian that can rationalize absurd claims or a stupid Atheist that doesn't know what he's talking about? I'd have to go with the smart, dogmatic Christian because, if he or she is rationalizing absurd claims, that is a misuse of the "smart" part. A willful misuse of his or her allegedly god-given intelligence. On the other hand what's for an atheist to "know?" An atheist isn't required to know anything to qualify as an atheist. He or she simply has a belief...

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Regarding the cliche, "There's no 'rhyme' or 'reason' to it!", what does 'rhyme' have to do with 'reason'? What does 'rhyme' have to do with that thought . . . .AT ALL? The phrase simply means that something seems to make no sense from either a poetic or a rational standpoint. Hence, "rhyme or reason" (the original phrase used "nor" instead of "or." By the way, it's one of many common phrases in use today that were coined by WIlliam Shakespeare. That one he actually used twice; in "Comedy of Errors" and, 10 years...

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Do you think green shirt goes well with blue pants? Does it look too much like a peacock? That depends greatly on the exact hues of blue and green. This morning I'm wearing a pale, sage-green shirt with a pair of very dark blue slacks. I think it looks good. If the shades of green and blue were different, perhaps "brighter," I think it might be pushing your "peacock" effect. Of course, this is for guys. Women get to wear all sorts of outrageous things and...

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What would you like with your scones? Butter and orange marmalade or lemon curd

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What is your favorite dessert? creme brulee

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Who taught you about religion? My family taught me about Christianity, esoteric Christianity, syncretic Afro-Christian religion and Wicca. I taught myself about religion in general. I'm still teaching. And learning.

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How could you come to a conclusion that you are simply brilliant? Blind hubris comes to mind as a start.

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Can you compare Native American genocide to Holocaust by nazis? Yes, I could compare the two. But to what end?

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I know that racism is an extremly important topic in today's society, but even though African American's (politically correct) were enslaved, was it really worse than the euthanisia of Jewish people only have a century ago? (over 6 MILLION killed by gas) As others have pointed out to you, euthanasia is not the proper term for the outright murder that was the result of the Nazi genocide carried out against the Jews of Europe. But I also have to tell you that I find extremely repugnant the fact that you would compare these two historic atrocities in this manner, playing one off against the other. And, for your information, the number of...

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My mini-lop rabbit is getting so hot! I keep him outside in the shade, give him water... I even put the carrots in the fridge! Any other way to keep him cool? You can use your imaginations...just as long as it doesn't involve killing him xP My vote for simplest method would be to bring him inside during such conditions.

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Would you vote for a president who isn't Christian? Yes. Being an American, I don't discriminate on the basis of gender, color or creed. It's all about qualifications in my book. And since the U.S> Constitution states that ". . .no religious Test shall ever be required as a Qualification to any Office or public Trust under the United States," I think my attitude stands in pretty good company.

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A customer ordered "Vodka Mojito in a martini glass".Has anyone heard of ppl drinking that?Does that exist?What is it called (he called it "Bowtini" or something)?Maybe I misheard him? Could it have been "Vodka ______(margarita??) in a martini glass"? Is it possible that what you heard was "Vojito?"

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How do you like your Mojito? I like mine made with plenty of fresh mint and freshly-squeezed lime juice, double rum, not too much sugar and just a splash of club soda or seltzer water. Mojitos are going to be this holiday weekend's cocktail at my house. :)

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Are you planning on participating in any of the Independence Day "Tea Parties?" These are intended to evoke an event from the very heart of American history and legend. What do you think of the intent of the people in the links below? American values? URL is not showing up in the question. Here it is, until it appears: http://www.adl.org/main_Extremism/White_Supremacists_July_4_Tea_Parties.htm

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My sister has a lump on the upper side of her wrist, it looks like a bone has popped out or something but its too soft to be a bone, she is pretty much refusing to go to the doc but its horrid and needs looked at, anyone have a clue wat it could be? Sounds like a ganglion cyst. Does it move around under the skin when finger pressure is applied? They're fairly common and will go away eventually. They're usually not painful. I don't know how they're treated these days, but when I went to the doc with one many years ago (we're talking 20-30 years ago) he told me that it would likely resolve on its own but that if...

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You are walking down the street on your way to work. There is a dog drowning in the canal on the side of the street. Your boss has told you if you are late one more time you get fired. What would you do? I'd try to save the dog, or get help if I couldn't. If, after explaining, the boss still wanted to fire me, then so be it. Some things are more important. I an find myself another job. I could never forgive myself for letting that dog drown.

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Did the serpent in the garden of Eden tell the truth? Many of the Gnostic Christians thought that it did.

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Would you like you for a customer? Why? Yes I would. Because I'm invariably polite and respectful towards sales personnel and never act as though they're beneath me or something stuck to the bottom of my shoe.

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How many bottles of charcoal lighter fluid do you go through in a summer? None. I use a chimney to start my coals.

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What's the oddest thing you've ever seen cooked at a barbecue? Raccoon and possum

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Has anyone used a "Big Green Egg" grill? How do you like it? I have. The BGE is awesome! Great for doing low and slow que-ing and smoking. These days I'm using and liking the Weber Smokey Mountain smoker though.

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Ok..so bbq is slow cooking, what is the best cut of beef for grilling? Tri-tip if you're feeding a few or want leftovers. Nothing beats a tri-tip for gtilling when it comes to large beef cuts. Do it right and it's as tasty (if not tastier) than a brisket done low and slow. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tri-tip http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Grill-a-Tri-Tip-Roast-the-Right-Way!&id=1292561

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Whats your hang over cure? Menudo. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Menudo_(soup)

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If jesus returned right now how happy do you think he would be with the way his so called followers have trampled on the civil rights of so many in his name? I think he would be utterly dismayed and heartbroken.

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Can the Bible ever be wrong about how life was created? St. Augustine, one of the most preeminent theologians in Christian history, revered and respected by both Catholics and Protestants (even the Calvinists! Imagine!), viewed the creation story as allegory. He said that God did not intend for Genesis to teach man about nature. He also once cautioned that to hold onto the alleged veracity of allegory when observation, experience and reason showed...

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What is the MOST DELICIOUS TYPE OF CHEMISTRY that had ever been invented? Most of cooking is chemistry. I'd say that in particular the discipline known as "molecular gastronomy" comes closest to being "most delicious." :)

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Do you think God is a real person? I don't think what we call God is a person at all. Except, perhaps, in the original sense of the word persona, meaning a "mask." Humans create masks for this entity/force/energy, whatever you want to call it. This helps people to attempt to understand and conceptualize the Ineffable. But so many make the error of mistaking the mask for the reality.

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Should we all speak the same language, English on Earth? Absolutely not! Language is about more than just talking to one another. Languages encapsulate whole concepts and ways of perceiving and processing data.

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A former Democratic US President's wife once threw her support and enthusiasm to the cause of extreme right wing Barry Goldwater. Which person did such a thing? You think that Goldwater was "extreme right wing?" I think of Goldwater as one of the last, true, traditional conservative Republicans, but extreme right wing? Nah. And I cannot answer your question but I'm interested in hearing the answer! :) Good question for the most part.

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DOES ANYONE KNOW WHO MADE THE 911 CALL FOR MICHAEL JACKSON? SINCE IT WASN'T THE DOCTOR, SOMEONE ELSE WAS THERE. I believe that it was one of his security personnel.

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Do you miss Michael Jackson? I want to record the answers and I will tally your votes a simple yes or no will do thank you. No. But that's only because I wasn't a fan. I think he had incredible creativity and talent, but I wasn't a fan of his music or style. I know you said a simple yea or nay would suffice. But I felt the need to explain because I know that there are people who do and will miss him. My not missing him is not a statement on his talent. Just a statement of fact.

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During a lunar ecilipse the moon passes behind the earth so that the suns rays can't strike it, so why does it turn red? It's caused by the same mechanism that causes some sunrises and sunsets to look red. Our atmosphere, through which the light must pass for us to see it, refracts the light in such a manner that the longer wavelengths of light become more visible, and the shorter ones less so. Added refraction from things like dust or other particulate matter in the atmosphere will intensify this effect.

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I refuse to date any and all people not from my country - forget about marriage. Does that make me a racist? Not necessarily racist. You may or may not be, but your refusal to date outside of your nationality isn't enough data to confirm or deny that. It certainly means that your choices are narrowed though. ;) When I was an active dater I had my own little mini-United Nations! :) Question though; do you mean your nationality or your ethnicity? Many countries these days have more than one...

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If you don't respect their position or thoughts, can you still respect the person? Usually. There are exceptions though. Someone may have the position that it's okay to abuse those weaker (think women, children, the elderly). Such a person might have any number of rationales for the position; tradition, religion, etc. But such a person would never have my respect for either his/her position or person.

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What first names are used both in English and some other language? (Eg, "Paul" is English, French, and I think German, but the English "Michael" isn’t the same as the Spanish "Miguel".) Actually, neither of the names you mention is English although English speakers use them. Paul is Latin in origin, and Michael is straight Hebrew. Many of the names we use as English speakers actually have their origins in other languages. There are some names that I would consider truly English by virtue of their coming to us through Saxon, Germanic or Anglic sources. We no longer use most...

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Can a picture tell a lie With the advent of digital photo manipulation and cgi, you bet. Easily in fact.

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Are fireworks illegal where you live? It's just not the same 4th of July celebrations anymore! Yes, explosive fireworks are illegal within the city limits. Can't say I'm opposed actually. Too many irresponsible people. People buy them and shoot them off anyway. Last year I was startled to see a brightly-colored ball of fire come down on the roof of my 115-year old, wood framed house that sits in a densely-wooded lot. :(

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Would you agree that there is a clear difference between a lawn and a garden? Quite a clear difference, yes. A lawn involves an expanse of cultivated, mown grass. A garden involves plots of cultivated plants of other types (although it might have ornamental grasses as a component).

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Have you ever rescued or adopted a pet from a shelter? What was your experience? Yes. I currently have three cats. The two I had before these were both shelter kittens who provided love and companionship for 16 and 17 years, respectively. There is, literally, not a day that goes by that I don't remember them.

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If love was a scent what would it be? It would smell like the combined fragrances of jasmine, rose and sandalwood; all of which are scents that have metaphysical correspondences with Venus, the goddess of love.

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Why isn't the letter 'W' pronounced 'double vee' instead of 'double yoo'? Because we use the Latin alphabet. What we write as the character "U" was written by the Romans as "V." So, technically "W" is a double "U" as U was originally written. +5 for the interesting question. :)

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Oklahoma Representative and Uber Christian Sally Kern has blamed gays, divorce, abortion and pornography for the economic problems we're having. Do you support Sally? Or is she just another kook? Just another kook, albeit a fairly dangerous one considering the influence she has in the political arena. No, I don't support her and honestly consider her to be an evil person.

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Would you stop to help a stranger in trouble? Yes. Of course.

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The ancient Jews ritual to confess sins into a vessel of blood then dumping the blood onto a goat, driving the goat away to 'remove the sins of the people'; the goat 'absorbed' the sins', thus becoming the 'evil beast'- a figment of Christian mythology?. You're referring to the "scapegoat." Are you asking if the concept of the scapegoat prefigures the Beast of Revelation? I would doubt this since many Christians believe that the scapegoat mentioned in Leviticus is a symbolic prefiguring of Christ's sacrifice. In other words, Jesus became the scapegoat for the sins of humankind.

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We have an intern for the summer where I work. She is Hindu and has requested that we not eat meat or any animal products in her presence. In fact has demanded that all these items be removed from the break room. Are salaried workers obligated to comply? No one is obligated to comply. Most Hindus don't eat beef and that is their perfect right. But she has no right to demand that others refrain in her presence unless she is in her own home or property. You said that she "feels defiled." Well, that's on her. She has to own her own feelings. No one else can be made responsible for that. We live in a secular society, not a...

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I give all my children (under 10) alcohol at dinner. They like it, but wife doesn't. Am I wrong for letting them drink? My siblings and I grew up being allowed wine with meals ocassionally. Small amounts. And on holidays like Christmas Eve and such we were allowed a bit of rum or brandy with our eggnog or a small glass of champagne. The interesting thing is that when I came to legal drinking age (21 in the U.S.) I never wanted to do the binge thing that seems to be so popular among newly-legal youth. Nor was...

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What I bitten by a brown recluse? Details below. Couldn't fit all into here. I wish you had kept the spider so that it could be identified. But anyway, a brown recluse bite may or may not be painful, but within a couple to eight or so hours after being bitten by one you would feel some strong pain at the site. There would also likely be some itching, nausea, muscle pain, fever, that sort of thing.

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I think men are better than women. My gf says Im sexist. Who's right? Your girlfriend.

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Did flamenco music come before flamenco dancing or were they both developed at the same time? Flamenco has a long and complex, multicultural history and development. From what I know of its history, it's likely that the musical forms arose first. The dance seems to have followed as an ancillary development. Especially the stylized form of dance that most of the world associates with flamenco today.

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Would you rather have Cheese Nips, Ritz, Popcorn or Pretzels? For me that's a no-brainer, consummate popcorn fiend and addict that I am. I mean, I eat the stuff for breakfast or dinner sometimes.

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What time do you start the Babeque? Do you mean what time does the meat go on? Depends on what it is. Chicken goes on an hour or so before serving. Ribs about 5-6 hours. When I do a brisket, I start it 12 hours before. I usually let a brisket go all night.

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Do you display photos, oil paintings, sculptures or other artwork in your home? Yes. All of the above as well as things like masks, paperweights and antique glass and pottery.

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I hate all men. They are macho shovanist pigs & expect women to be slaves. How do u feel about these words? I'm a man. I don't expect women to be my slaves. I expect men to be. I'm gay. ;) And I feel that someone speaking those words is setting herself up for a lifetime of bitter, self-inflicted misery if she means them.

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How crazy is Scientology? Pretty damned crazy if ya ask me. I have a bit of a history with them, which I won't go into but let's just say it spans a good 30+ years (and no, I was never a member. Quite the opposite, in fact. They don't much like me and there's likely a dossier somewhere with my name on it). The org is not only crazy, they're pretty dangerous when riled, actually.

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It's a shame the news is honoring M. Jackson,who lived in wealth beyond belief, it is all they talk about how wonderful he is,while 16,000 people die from hunger in this world.This world has enough that noone should be hungry,yet man blames God.Thoughts? I agree with you on the obscene attention paid to Jackson's life and death in the face of so many life-and-death issues in the world. 16,000? Check your figures. That's just a daily figure for the number of *children* who die from hunger-related causes. The total number is in the hundreds of millions. I work closely with social service agencies and organizations. I have yet to hear...

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Who do you want to see as President in 2012(assuming we're still here)? Right now I'll say Obama. But he'll have to work to keep my support in 2012. Failing him, it will be anyone but a Republican I'm sorry to say. When the Republican party regains it sanity I will once again consider Republican candidates, as I have most of my life until we were Bushwhacked.

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Do you grind your pepper as you use it or do you use the pre-ground type? I grind at the table or for seasoning lightly. If I need a lot (such as when seasoning flour or cornmeal for frying fish or chicken) then I just use the pre-ground from a can.

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Does it surprise anyone that Obama is against the socialist president being ousted in Honduras? Anyone who cares about the rule of law would be concerned. The lawfully-elected president (who is a leftist, NOT a socialist, by the way) was ousted in a military coup. The congress has knuckled under and *chosen* a replacement for him at the behest of the military. Obama has only said that he is "deeply concerned," adding "I call on all political and social actors in Honduras...

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Of what race are Hispanics considered? Actually the term Hispanic comprises several "races" or ethnicities. There can be Jewish, black, mestizo and white Hispanics. Hispanic refers to certain cultural and geographic elements more than it does race. Which is why you see the phrase "Black, not of Hispanic origin" on some forms, to differentiate between North American blacks, for example.

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Is it true that meditation is dangerous in that emptying one's mind welcomes dark, evil spirits to take over or otherwise posess making the meditator weak and powerless? Sounds like propaganda from someone who would like your mind to be clouded and obedient in contradiction to the clarity of mind and purpose than can be the result of disciplined meditation.

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Does contemporary African-American entertainment (movies, plays, etc.) mischaracterize the African-American church? Is the church strengthened or diminished by these portrayals? Please use examples. There is no one African-American church. Black people have varied worship styles and beliefs as much as any other demographic. What portrayals did you have in mind, specifically? Please use examples.

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How old were you when you could understand, what you were reading? I started to read at 3 years of age. I distinctly remember one of the first things I read being about a clown on the beach. There may have been nuances that I didn't comprehend (not sure as it *was* a book for kids after all), but I "got it." ;) At 7 or 8 I filched, and read, my mother's copy of "Lady Chatterly's Lover." Now *that* was a different story...

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Can you name an American Indian tribe? Chemehuevi

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Do you personally know an adult who can't read? Yes. he's 54 years of age. The shameful thing is that this guy graduated from high school. Not shameful on him, mind you. Shameful for the public school system to have just passed him along to get rid of him rather than work with him to help him become literate.

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Do you think cats understand when we say, "i love you" to them No. But I think they pretend to. ;) Seriously though? No, I don't think they understand the words. I do know that mine understand the tone, body-language and emotion that accompany that utterance, so it's all good. ;)

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Anyone here a fan of answersingenesis.org and would like to discuss some of their articles? Ken Ham is a *bad* man! And he's either stupid or lying (probably a combination of both). Unfortunately he rooks lots of people into believing his wickedness is "godly." I'm sure some of them willbe along to downrate me, momentarily. ;)

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Do you not find it disgusting that cats use their litter tray and then walk all over the kitchen work tops and tables? Quite disgusting. Fortunately for me I have always trained my cats to stay off surfaces on which they're not welcome.

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When I say Wizard of Oz, What part of the movie jumps to mind? "Begone! Before someone drops a house on you too!"

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If you were to design a dream home for yourself, how much would you rely on Feng Shui in the design process? Maybe a bit, depending on what was advised. I find that a lot of feng shui is based on common-sense and ergonomics (mental and physical) more than anything.

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I've heard there's a drink called "SEX ON THE BEACH", though I've never ordered it or tasted it. What are some other "sexually" connotative drinks out there and what's their ingredients? Let's see, there's the Fuzzy Nipple = vodka, peach schnapps, triple sec, orange juice Sex on the Beach = Like the fuzzy nipple, but substitutes cranberry juice for the triple sec Slow Screw = Sloe gin and orange juice Slow Comfortable Screw = like the Slow Screw, but with the addition of Southern Comfort Slow Comfortable Screw against the Wall = Like the Slow Comfortable Screw,...

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What's the difference between "DISTILLED WHITE VINEGAR" . . . . . .and. . . . . . . "WHITE COOKING WINE"? Distilled white vinegar is made from the fermentation of a dilute solution of distilled alcohol product. White wine vinegar is made from a fermentation of, you guessed it, white wine. Wine vinegars will, as a rule, be much less acidic than distilled vinegars. They also will have more nuances of flavor since they will carry characteristics of the wines from which they were created. Distilled...

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Does everyone have at least one bottle of Old Spice in their press?lol Not a one. ;)

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Do you untie your shoes when you take them off? Rarely. *Very* rarely.

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Of the 40 states with right-to-carry laws, 20 allow guns to be carried, by the public, in churches. Anyone may feel free to answer, but I'd particularly like to ask Christians, what is your opinion on this? I notice that someone moderated this question to be placed under Hobbies/Guns. I originally placed it under Religion and I did that for a reason. This is not a question so much about guns as it is the concept of carrying guns in a place of worship and how worshipers feel about such a thing.

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Do you prefer drinking champagne or cognac? Hmmm. . .Depends on the mood, time and place, but I think champagne has the edge with me as far as versatility. My favorite though is to have them together over shaved or crushed ice (or, in winter, snow) OR as a cocktail known as a French '75, which uses champagne, cognac, sugar and lemon juice (I always add a bit of bitters).

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Have you ever ate cold pasta for breakfast? Yes. Japanese "pasta." Cold soba noodles with sesame seeds, sesame oil, scallions and miso. Yumyum.

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Do you think it is appropriate to allow an almost-seven-year-old the privilege of reading the diary of Anne Frank? I read it at 8 or so yrs of age. I didn't comprehend it all, of course, until I was older. But I remember my mother helping me with some of the things I didn't understand. If this almost-7-yr old has an adult who is willing to help her or him in understanding some of what she or he is reading, then I think it's great!

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What if every one on this earth convert to christian? The world would be the poorer for it. I would say the same thing if you suggested any other religion as the sole faith of humanity. Despite all of the trouble and horror that can come from humanity's misuse of spirituality, some of the most sublime art and wisdom that we possess as a species have arisen from religion and spirituality. No one belief system has all of the answers to the...

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Do you watch RobotChicken? Do you even know what that is? Robot Chicken ROCKS! It's required viewing in my household. And I mean that quite literally.

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Why is it offensive for someone who doesn't believe in god (but also doesn't rule out the possibility) to ask about god? It isn't offensive. What gave you that impression?

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Does North Korea only gather crowds to chant "Death to the US?" Do they ever chant "Death to China?" or "Death to Russia?" or even "Death to Jamaica?" Hell no. You don't bite the hand that feeds. Even the North Korean regime isn't THAT insane. . .yet. Jamaica? Well, ya gotta be a blip on the radar to get "Death to. . ." status.

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If we say God, muslims say Allah and it means the same, why do some muslims hate us? Probably for the same reason that some Christians hate anyone who is not Christian. Blind unreason.

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I see lots of questions using Jesus' name in jest or in an insulting manner, but never any about Mohammad. Why might this be? I've seen many questions here insulting, making fun of, or making snide innuendoes about Mohammed. Perhaps you're just not as sensitized to seeing them as you would be those about Jesus. I've also seen both questions and answers that are quite insulting to Allah, which is blasphemy if you are of one of the Abrahamic faiths.

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How should a Christian regard an American president (or elected official) whose professes a religion opposed to Christian principles? (Hypothetical scenario.) Short answer? By following the words of Christ in Matthew 22:21. I would ask you though; Christian principles as defined by whom? I understand that many evangelicals don't consider the Roman Catholic church to be Christian. Would Mitt Romney be considered to be of a faith that opposed Christian principles? Again I ask, who gets to decide exactly which principles are Christian and...

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Ever eat a pine cone? As Euell used to say, "Some parts *are* edible, you know." Yep, I have, in the form of pine nuts. I don't even wanna tell you some of the other things I sampled after reading that man's books. ;) Sea urchin gonads, anyone?

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What happens to guys when they get cold Our nipples get hard just like yours. Or were you looking for something. . .other? ;)

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Are you a good cook or a lousy one? Everyone tells me I am. And I do seem to have a natural talent for it. And I can cook anything, from down-home dishes to haute cuisine. The only things that I ususally bake though are breads; not so much on the cookies, cakes, etc. Although I do a mean peach cobbler. ;)

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What is the best method to sterilize a pottery bowl? I wanted something to take baked beans to a picnic. I found a brown glazed bowl in the cellar that's probably been down there at least 30 years. Who knows what's crawled through it. I'd use the bleach in water soak method and wash by hand afterward, unless you're sure the glaze can hold up to the dishwasher. Please make sure that the pottery and glaze are safe for food. Some of them aren't. BTW, Debodun, wasn't it you who told me in that taking-off-shoes-when-entering-the-house thread that we shouldn't worry so much about germs? ;) *pokepoke*...

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I have always wanted a full blooded Siamese cat. I had a Siamese mix once and he was a great cat. Everyone tells me that Siamese cats are crazy. Is this just a myth? My cat was half Siamese but he wasn't crazy so I'm not sure I believe this. Yes, it's a myth. Largely the result of Disney's portrayal in "Lady and the Tramp." Siamese are highly intelligent, highly affectionate cats. Due to this intelligence they *can* be troublesome with their inquisitiveness and realtive fearlessness. But this is not usually the case when the owner provides enough attention. They love their people as a rule and many love to...

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If nigga is such a racial term to African Americans, then why do they still use it? Shouldn't we just forget the word and move on? I think I've discussed this elsewhere on AB, but here goes. The word "nigga" is not, as it currently stands, the same word as "nigger." I know that there are people who say that it is, but they're wrong. They're taking an extremely simplistic view of a complex issue. An issue that is as much about assumptions of privilege as it is about language. Language...

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Calling or texting? Calling. Texting is slow and annoying.

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How much would you pay for Cheney's memoirs that coming out soon? Bids are open! Nothing. I prefer my toilet paper on a roll; no need to buy expensive, bound, tear-off sheets.

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If I am told that I can be a bit repetitive at times, what exactly does that mean? It means that you have a tendency to repeat yourself when making a point or telling a story.

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Christianity is spreading like wildfire in Iran, underground churches and people have been arrested. What kind of government is that when you are persecuted for freedom of religion. I think Islam is very scared of Christianity in itself. I'd be interested in your sources for these claims. The only persecuted religious group that I know of in Iran is that of the Bahai. Why are there underground churches in Iran? Christianity is nothing new there. Christianity has been a fixture in Iranian culture since ancient times. Christianity is one of three minority religions in the country that have constitutional protections and...

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Other than breakfast, What do you use bacon for? bacon cheeseburgers, stir-fried bean sprouts, spinach salad, roasted asparagus, liver and onions, bacon-lettuce-tomato sandwiches, covering the breasts of cornish game hens when roasting, so they don't dry out.

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Revelations 22:20 says that Jesus will come quickly ("surely I come quickly"). Did the world somehow miss it, did this prophecy fail, or is 2000 considered "quick"? I don't know whether the scripture actually refers to linear time or not. Hard to say. Particularly when dealing with the fact that Revelation was probably a political tract, written in "code," calling for uprising against, and predicting the fall of, Rome's tyranny. Early Christians were of different minds about Revelation. Some viewed it as a description of what was...

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Your spouse or s/o and you are in a verbal altercation. Your spouse or s/o realizes your argument is going nowhere because the "point" is being missed. Your spouse or s/o says, "I don't want to be RIGHT! I just want to be heard!" What would you think? I would immediately back up and take a look at what I might be doing (or not doing) that would elicit this type of response. That statement would, to me, be a major sign that this was not an ordinary argument and that there might be subtexts and ancillary issues that I might be missing. Most people in an argument *want* to be "right." When someone tells you that they don't want...

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Why are people so against stereotypes arent there some truth in them, if there werent where did they come from? People are against sterotypes when they are abused by attempts to apply them to every member of a type or class. Stereotypes can be based on imagination or misperception that have little to do with "reality" or objective observation, and are inherently susceptible to flaws. "Some" truth doesn't mean "all" truth.

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Do you see God as a Deist form, that is, as a supreme creator who merely set the world in motion, or someone who can intervene in our lives every day? Hmmm. . .what about a pantheist who tends to believe that God is immanent and can be any number of things to any number of people, but whose ultimate nature is ineffable?

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Did you hear where Joyce Meyer said Jesus ceased to be God on the cross and in hell satan and the demons stood on Jesus mocking Him.First where did she get all this?Cause I can't find it anywhere in scripture.What do you think of this? Care to cite a source for this allegation?

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What are ideal growing conditions for orchids? The Orchid in question has purple and white petals, 6 petals each flower. Yarddoccarol and Twisted Taco have both given you good advice. I would only add a couple of things, based on my experiences with orchid growing (which is pretty extensive): Don't let the orchids sit in water. The planting media that Yarddoccarol mentioned are designed to mimic the environmental conditions typical for epiphytes. These environments typically experience sudden rain showers...

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Would you be embarrassed if your mum got her tongue pierced? I'd probably be more shocked than anything. It would be bad enough that she came back from the dead and was a zombie. But with a tongue piercing?!? Oi!

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There are SOO MANY religions. why is christianity the one that everyone seems to pick on?? Do i sense a prejudice here? I will answer your question, but you will likely not agree with my answer. First of all, you're generalizing. "Everyone" doesn't pick on Christianity. It also seems to me that some of the Christians on this site and elsewhere do a right good job of picking on Islam for that matter. You do sense a prejudice, I think. But it doesn't arise out of a vacuum. It's mostly...

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What do you think is the biggest stuggle the human race has had to deal with so far? The biggest struggle homo sapiens has dealt with so far is the struggle to become truly Human.

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Do you believe in the "circle of life" aka reincarnation? I've never referred to it as the circle of life but, yes, I believe in reincarnation.

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Are you or someone you know named after a saint? I am. And he's an Archangel besides. So there! ;)

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Do you feel badly for what is going on in Iran? Up until a short time ago as far as the U.S.A. was concerned, Iran was the enemy. Now the news reports indicate that the U.S. is feeling sorry for the Iranians. Do you? Do you care? Does it matter to you? Yes, I feel badly for them. They've lived under an oppressive theocracy for far too long. And I'm sure that as far as the US is concerned the Iranian mullahs are *still* the enemy. That doesn't mean that we can't have concern and compassion for the people. And it had damned well better matter to us what happens there. We don't live in a vacuum you know.

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I think it's funny how evolution ryms with pollution.Do you? So what? "God" rhymes with "clod," "religion" rhymes with "pigeon" and "Bible" rhymes with "libel." Your point? Get some rest, JiG. You're losing what little edge you already have, dull though it be.

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If you could get God and Satan together to talk, what would the conversation be like? You can get an idea of what it would be like by reading the book of Job in the Bible. Seems to me they kind of get together periodically to "shoot the shit" as it were and make a few friendly wagers.

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If you saw somebody beating their dog or tortering there pet would you step in or look the other way Let's just say that seeing such a thing would likely end me up in jail on aggravated assault and battery charges.

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About 35 thousand people are celebrating the summer solstice at Stonehenge. How are you celebrating this important day? Some friends and I will be celebrating with a rather more private Solstice ritual and feast. :)

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When are you not being yourself? Never. I am always myself. That self may be obscured or seen incompletely, or not fully realized but it is still there. The other side of that coin though is how many of us actually know our "true" selves? The Delphic admonition, "Gnothi Seauton" (Know Yourself) was not an idle instruction. ;) +5

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Whats the best thing about having a pet? The "love" and affection that some can give. The companionship return on such a relatively small investment. The small joy that comes from caring for something. The entertainment from their antics when one has a pet with "personality."

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Do you know how to read tarot cards and give people tarot card readings? Yes, I know how to read them and use them as a personal meditation and divinatory tool. No, I don't like reading for other people, although I have on occasion. Most people do not understand divination, its purpose, its limitations, or the amount of personal choice and responsibility that enters into the practice. They want to "know the future" or their "fortune." They...

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Why do a lot of people take off their shoes when indoors? It kinda bothers me for some reason. I wear shoes ALL the time except when bathing or in bed. I guess I'm concerned I'm going to step on something sharp like a tack. Am I obsessive about this? My shoes are the first thing that come off when I get home. Even before my coat or jacket in cold weather. I like being barefoot although I'm not supposed to be, being diabetic. So I wear slippers in the house. One very practical reason, though, is that if you're active in the world at all your shoes are absolutely filthy! Do you know what you're liable to walk through in the...

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Who wears pj's only out of bed because they are so comfy? I do during an evening or lazy mornings after a bath/shower/freshening up. Am I alone! I only wear PJs out of bed. In bed I wear nothing.

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Which Amazing Skill would you rather have: Be fluent in EVERY language EVER, or have brilliant musical talent on EVERY instrument EVER? Definitely the lingo! I have a life-long fascination with language and linguistics. Such a skill would be the ultimate uber-cool in my book. ;)

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Why does my cat have a hard time swallowning while purring A better question might be *why* is your cat trying to swallow while purring. ;)

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Do you agree that most people are fake? I do. Most? No. I wouldn't agree with that at all. I'll grant that the persona that most people wear is not the true and complete measure of that person. But that's probably been true since the dawn of humanity, is not likely to change, and can hardly be flat-out called "fake." Maybe you need to run around in better quality circles.

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How do i get music off my ipod and onto my laptop for free You can use a program called MediaMonkey. Its standard edition is free. It works VERY well. It's an organizer and player that resides on your computer. I have a large collection of music and I'd be lost without it. I'm sure there are other programs with similar functionality, but MM is one I can vouch for without reservation.

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I have a couple of weather-proof, outdoor speakers near my deck and want to play my ipod music through them; what is the best way to do this? Get an MP3 player dock that you can connect those speakers to. They're widely available.

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What do you think of China Cabinets? I think I would like/need one more.

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Is there a word in English which immediately identifies a ghost or a similar entity as being a female? In English? The only word I can think of that might apply would be "spectress."

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Do you think MMA and UFC are stupid I can't actually stand them I think their not sports more like for people who have some kind of disorder that like to see people get hurt? Actually I just watch it for the hot men, perv that I am. :p

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Can you bake a red velvet cake? Yep. From scratch. :)

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Is your father/dad/daddy/Pa/Pop with you today? In spirit, perhaps.

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Do you like your tomatoes thinly sliced or sliced thick? I like them sliced thick, with a sprinkle of kosher salt and a few grinds of fresh black pepper.

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Do you know anyone who likes writing poetry? I enjoy it quite a bit myself.

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Assuming it was held in your town/city and admission was free, would you attend the public execution of Osama bin Laden? No. I have no desire to sink to that level of barbarity. And I like to think, although I sometimes have my doubts, that we are better than that. Besides, I don't even think he should be killed if captured. I wouldn't mourn his death, but I think a better punishment would be for him to live out his days in the custody of his victims. constantly tortured by the reminder that he...

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Why are so many hispanic last names the same? And why do so many end in Z? I don't find Spanish surnames to be any more "common" than I do any others. Perhaps it's because I know quite a few. I think you're mistaken there. The -ez ending in Spanish surnames is of two varieties. Some of them are patronymics, like Johnson (son of John), Donaldson (son of Donald), etc. Hence we have Rodriguez (son of Rodrigo), Martinez (son of Martin), etc....

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Am I the only one that hopes this guy really is god? * Warning: contains strong language* I'm speechless. This is rare. . .BEEATCH! ;p

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If there were stores in Hell, what would be the name of one of them? Taco Hell

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Do you have a book case and if I were too walk in and look at it would I know what kind of person you were by your books? hmmm. . .I dunno. . .would you? . . .religion, philosophy, occultism, linguistics, languages, psychology, history, literature, poetry, erotica, horticulture, perfumery, botany, anthropology, science fiction and fantasy, cooking and cuisine, soap-making, holistic healing, metaphysics, genealogy . . .and those are just the ones on the shelves downstairs.

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Invisibility of flight? if you could only choose one which one would it be and why? Invisibility for sure. At my age I prefer my feet to stay on terra firma. I mean, I have arthritis. What if my arms get tired? :(

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Paul Washer said that a preacher he knows,rented an monkey and was in public having a conversation with it,and some people came by and asked him what are you doing.He said talking with my ancestor.Then witnessed to them,about evolu.Would you do that? Of course not. That would be stupid. Evolution doesn't state that humans descended from monkeys so that would be a false representation. If I was going to witness about something I'd prefer to have the facts about it straight first. But that's just me.

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What does canucho mean in Spanish? Did you hear that word presented as Spanish? I don't think it's a Spanish word. I think it's a word used by Spanish Gypsies or Roma. If it's the word I think it is it's slang for a stupid person, although it literally means "heel bone."

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Do you have names for some non living items in your house? I call my favorite kitchen shears "Joyce." And my laptop is named "Uran s'Varek" (Uran for short)

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What do you think of people who use big words all the time? No matter if they know what they mean or not. What some people call "big" words is scandalous if ya ask me. "Big word" is often a euphemism for "I-dunno-what-that-means-and-can't-be-bothered-to-learn." English is an incredibly rich language whose words often have multiple shades of meaning. As a writer and poet I often find myself puzzling over just the right word to use to convey the best sense of...

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Have you ever had a stranger say "I love you" to you? Yeah, back in my hippie days. I used to go to a lot of love-ins. ;)

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I've been looking into the beliefs of paganism and it seems that I would like it alot. Are there any pagans who might like to teach me more about paganism? There are many varieties, traditions and strains of Pagan religion. Is there some area in which you have a particular interest?

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What's something children do better than adults? Bounce back from physical and emotional trauma. Usually.

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Why is paedophila considered a mental disorder and not just a sexual preference? It's both a disorder and a sexual "preference." If by "preference" you were wondering why it doesn't enjoy the same realtively benign attitude in society that homosexuality does, there's a simple answer: homosexuality is *not* a sexual "preference." It is a sexual "orientation." There's a difference. But say, for the sake of...

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Do you think that gnosticism started before or after Christianity... and why? I think that the gnostic movement started well before Christianity although it became most prominent in the 2nd century, CE. Gnostic thought and philosophy were adaptable to any number of philosophies and religions. There were Pagan gnostics, Christian gnostics and even Jewish gnostics. The gnostic movement took a great deal from the middle-Platonic school and neo-Platonic schools. This...

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Do you keep yourself well hydrated? Yeah. I'm pretty fanatical about it actually. My friends think I'm nuts. But I'm the one with young-for-my-age skin, great kidneys and no "gastrointestinal elimination issues." ;)

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What is one word that can describe the "political arena"? Tragicomic

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I am American decended from Polish and Irish ancestors. Where can I go to discuss how I really feel about other races? Everywhere I go, I feel like my right to free speech is being supressed! Hey! :) Some of my ancestors were Irish as well. Maybe we're related? I don't have any Polish ancestry that I'm aware of, but I've got quite a few Germans in the mix. Might they count? Anyway, since we have this kinda "kinship" thing going on with the Irish connection, I was wondering if you'd let me know when you find a place. And vice versa. Deal? Oh,...

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Why must Christians interject scripture references into every single conversation when the conversation has nothing to do with scripture? Not all Christians do this. Some do, intelligently, to bolster their point of view and show where they're coming from on an issue. Regardles of whether you agree with them or not, this can be illuminating and contributory to a conversation. Others do it as a means of obfuscation and because they have no ability to think critically or debate rationally. They're just going through...

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Are you a racist? Absolutely not. I really don't understand racism, frankly. Nor do I buy the line that "everyone" is racist or that racism is intrinsic to the human psyche.

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People say that God is dead, but how can they say that when the they can see the devil's actions everyday? I don't believe that "God is dead" (whatever that's really supposed to mean). But wouldn't it stand to reason that if God *was* dead that the Devil would have greater free rein for his "actions?" So people seeing his "actions everyday" might rationally (and I use the term VERY loosely) believe that God was either absent or dead. Particularly if God...

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How many of us think the catagory famous scientist, should be called famous Zionist (Darwin, Einstein, Newton,etc.)? I don't think so for one moment. You, obviously, do. What is your rationale for this categorization?

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In 2009 What world leader, do you think is the best candidate to be the antichrist? If there is to be an antichrist, which I do not believe, it will be a Western televangelist. The antichrist will come out of the so-called Christian Right.

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Why are Muslims so primitive in their believes? They still make animal sacrifices... WHEN animals are sacrificed in certain Muslim religious ceremonies the meat is given to the poor. Just because you have some faceless slaughterer doing your animal killing for you and just because you get your meat all nicely cut up and packaged at the grocer doesn't make you any less "barbaric." At least they're showing reverence. And by the way, I know that some...

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Why does chocolate ice cream not taste like chocolate? Good, quality chocolate ice cream tastes like chocolate. Cheap, poorly-made stuff tastes. . .otherwise.

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If Jesus of Nazareth is not God incarnate, the Christ, or anything else that He claimed to be, then why is He the most controversial figure in history? Your logic trail unfortunately leaves much to be desired. Controversiality is not a measure of anything. One might just as easily make positive if/then statements about Satan or Adolph Hitler. If you're going to try for a proof of Jesus, try for something more fitting such an alleged individual and his alleged history.

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MY CLOTHES ARE BIG FOR ME BUT MY WEIGHT IS THE SAME WHY IS THAT Because you've evidently gained muscle, but lost fat. Fat equates to inches, but muscle wighs more than fat. I at one point was gaining weight but wearing smaller clothing sizes.

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How do Muslims explain the fact that the Quran mistakes the Three Persons of the Trinity as Father, Son and the mother of Jesus?(Quran 5:116) Islam does not in any way, shape or form accept the concept of a trinity or triune deity. Muslims believe that such a concept is a violation of the essential "oneness" of the godhead. I'm not saying that the view is correct or incorrect, only that in terms of Islam it would be blasphemous.

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About 2000 years ago, Christ Jesus rose from the dead, making a clear, historical case for resurrection. How could you prove that you were re-incarnated from another form or that you had a previous life? How can you prove that you will be re-incarnated? I have about as much chance of proving that as you, or anyone else alive today, has a chance of proving that Jesus rose from the dead 2,000 years ago. And I guarantee you that my proof would be as "clear" and "historical" as yours. And, just for the record, I am neither atheist nor anti-Christian. I just know the difference between religious-spiritual truths and...

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Are you for or against welfare? What are the real issues for corporations & pople? I am for some sort of safety net to help people in legitimate need. I think such a safety net should be temporary and adapted to circumstance. Having had the opportunity to work with charities and organizations involved in this type of endeavor I am not convinced, as many Americans seem to be, that welfare is a scam. And I know for a fact that the assumption that all welfare recipients (or even...

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What is the basic rule of thumb with matching wine to meals? The basic rule is whites with white meats and sauces; red with red meats and sauces. With spicy foods you want something with a bit of sweetness usually. Strong fruit in any case, as drier wines don't stand up well to spicy foods. As you become more proficient with matching you can decide whether you want a wine to match closely or provide contrast; for example, do you want a full or heavy...

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For those of you who love to cook, what are your 5 "must-have" herbs/spices that you could not give up? Kosher salt Fresh black pepper Thyme Crushed red pepper Garlic (fresh and dried) I use a LOT of others though as well.

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Do you pronounce Sophomore "SOFF-more" or "SOFF-O-more?" The latter

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My favorite magazines as a kid were Cracked and Mad, Which did you like? Mad and National Lampoon ;)

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Anyone else on AB think that Scrubs is a funny TV show? I catch it in reruns on occasion. It is an endearingly funny show in my opinion. I actually find myself touched by the plots and character interactions, frequently. Much to my chagrin. It wrecks my crusty old SOB image. ;(

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Why would gay people want a marriage ceremony anyway and have it recognized nationally? I ask cause I don't know. I could give a crap about the ceremony. I just want the same legal rights that other citizens in legally-binding partnerships of that variety enjoy. +5 for your apparently sincere question.

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Do you enjoy lox, gravlax, smoked salmon? I do. And I make my own lox.

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What do you eat your perogies with? Cold borscht, with a big ol' dollop o' sour cream!

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Do you know someone who needs the stick pulled out from their ass? So many I could build a house with all the collected sticks. After cleaning and disinfecting, of course.

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Do you like hairy men?Or do you think it's gross? Yes. . .I. . .DO. :p

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Why is the penis the last thing to be saved when it comes to people professing to be born again? Is it even a surprise anymore when some born again person is involved in a sex scandal? Nope. No surprise at all. Never was much of a surprise really, or shouldn't have been. They say that they are saved, forgiven, not perfect, etc., etc. And that's all well and good. And I ain't even mad at 'em except for the fact that they sure know how to lay the righteousness hammer down on every other Tom, Dick and Harry until they, themselves, get caught. ;)

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Is it possible that the wife Cain took was an evolved ape? She would have had to have been. Just like he was.

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I would like to propose the idea of a religion (yea, or nay) free day at answerbag. i find all the arguing exhausting, and lately kinda boring. nobody ever changes their point of view, so its so futile. one day off-ok? I think that would be a great idea! Hell, go ahread, make it *2* days! Problem is, there would be some here who would be totally lost without their daily dose of religious invective, given *and* received. ;)

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I was in a gas station last night, and a young lady said "I better gets my damn food stamps before I kills somebody!" What in the hell has our society come to? She had nothing wrong with her except her attitude. Why wont people like that get a job? Why was someone looking for food stamps at a gas station? Your imitation dialect is atrocious, by the way, and ever so subtly racist. I don't believe your apocryphal tale for one minute. However, assuming it is true: How do you know that this woman didn't have a job? Are you aware that some people with jobs also receive partial assistance? How do you know what her situation was? If...

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Do you put butter on your waffels? Of course. If I haven't already mixed it into the maple syrup.

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Do you have a favorite Astronomical object (planet, moon, star, etc.)? What is it? The star Sirius.

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What should i do if i stole something from the mall, and the mall is far away from where i live? I didn't really steel it i kind of put it on then got distracted and walked out. I have been worrying ever since heheh. . .I'd be inclined to go, "suuuuure" but for the fact that something similar happened to me many, many years ago. I actually paid for several books at a bookstore, then realized after I had gotten on the bus that I had one tucked under my arm for which I had not paid. Not advising you, but I must admit that I didn't take the 10-mile bus ride back to pay for it.

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How do you like your popcorn? I'm a purist. Salt and melted butter.

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The world is not perfect! How does your presence in the world make it better! Explain. I'm not sure it does. But in my day-to-day life I try to practice the "Golden Rule," give to those who need when I can and generate compassion both in myself and others. Not always successfully, mind you. But it's a start. ;)

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What is worse: pet odor, trash odor, or that pungent odor from the bathroom after a bad night at the local taco house? Trash. Nothing like the chicken package from last night's dinner sitting in the bin on a hot summer day. :(

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Would you rather eat 6 oysters or go bungee-jumping? Bungee jumping at my age? Nah. I'll take he oysters; on the half-shell, with lemon and horseradish or fried up and put on a po' boy sandwich!

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You get home after a long day. You change into something comfy, walk into the kitchen, and..........? Prepare a nice, frosty, dry martini or pour a nice glass of wine (Shiraz or Chardonnay).

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Why do today's AB advertisements feature a woman doing oblique crunches? What does that have to do with auto insurance rates or Obama asking moms to go back to school? About as much as the silhouette animation of the cowboy dancing or the salsa-dancing couple had to do with those same ads when they were running. I hate those ads with a passion and would never even think of clicking on that stuff. The visuals are so damned irritating!

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Christians, does this make sense? God has the power of creation & made us in it's image. Woman also have the power of creation, therefore God is a woman & it should be women who control the church not men. I'm not sure about your logic trail, but I've often wondered about how differently the Christian faith would have turned out if women had been more prominent leaders in the early days of the faith. There are some who believe, by the way, that the Johannine community and the gospel of John were actually created/authored/founded by Mary Magdalene.

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There is a certain "niceness" or "kindness" to some people. Do we/should we accept that or suspect it as being phony? Always accept it as real until proven otherwise. Niceness and kindness seem to be increasing rarities in our society. Besides, any halfway decent judge of character can detect the phony kind.

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Why do people pick their nose while driving? I've often wondered. What really gets me, and I've seen this more times than I care to count, is when they pop whatever they've found into their mouths!!! Do they think that just because they're in a car that no one can see them?!?

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Have you heard of Jesus Ben Pantera? Thoughts? I have. All I know about him as that some think that he may have been an historical personage on whom the mythic Christ was modeled.

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Do roommates tell one another wherever they go? And whenever they talk to one another have complete eye contact with one another, without looking away? Maybe times have changed, but it sounds like simple courtesy to me. I always make eye contact with anyone to whom I'm speaking.

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Teach me to forgive?* I don't think anyone can teach you to forgive. I think it's something that one must teach one's self. Forgiveness comes when one realizes that to continue to hold onto feelings and negative emotions about being "wronged" are ultimately damaging to one's self.

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Night Train, Ripple or Thunderbird? OMG do they still make those things?!?

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Do you prefer a small cup of tea or a large brandy? Well, can I be contrary? I'm getting over a bronchial infection and nothing sounds better right now than a large cup of hot tea with a nice little shot of brandy in it!

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Why when i want to go on a course to become a nurse i am unable to get funding when i earn just 150 gbp a week yet all the immigrants and foreign people come over here to the UK to live and get everything for free? ". . .get everything for free." Really? Really?!? So, if I were to move to Great Britain I can expect to find carte blanche and an open checkbook waiting for me?

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Tea, 2 sugars, milky! What's your preferance? Black tea= sugar herbal tea= honey green tea = nothing :)

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About 2 years after I had a gastric bypass, I started having hypoglycemic incidents, my levels going as low as 43, but rarely. Today, I got sleepy, which is unusual for me, in the middle of the day. I tested & got 289, does this sound like trouble? Are you diabetic? 289 Is very high. Was this immediately after a meal that was high in carbohydrate? If not immediately, then how long after? If you have not been diagnosed with diabetes, you need to talk to a doctor about this very soon. If you are diagnosed with diabetes and being treated for it, you need to let your doc know PRONTO.

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Have you ever wished that the ground would open and swallow you? No. Not me. Others maybe. But never me. ;)

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Holly _________? Golightly

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Someone close to me is addicted to drugs. Should I call the police on him? No. Absolutely not. Unless he is presenting a present danger to himself and/or others that is not the path you should take. You want to help him, I assume, not betray him. I'm not saying this action would never be prudent, but it certainly shouldn't be your initial thrust. Have you talked to this friend about his addiction? Do you know his family or other friends? Are they aware of...

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The Name of your Nearest River...? If I am at home it's the Moreau. If I am at work it's the Missouri. Both run through this town.

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Why does sibling rivalry seem so "unimportant" to parents? Perhaps because so many of them have "been there, done that." They know that it's a normal stage of development.

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What would be a really bad name for a perfume? Stench Pour Homme

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Have you ever thought of the greatest idea in the shower, and then when you came out you forgot it all? Only when I was also stoned on pot.

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What is something you can think of that can kill the soul? Religious dogma without benefit of spirituality.

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Have you ever eaten brains? Yep. Scrambled with eggs, and in tacos. Tacos de sesos! mmmm-mmmm-good! Beef though. Never the pork.

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Major Christian denomination church really into "reconciling ministry". Homosexual members (some with kids) gone up dramatically. Get significant money as a beneficiary of major male homosexual yearly fundraiser. Some members are concerned. Thoughts My thoughts? Sounds like many in your church truly know what it means to be a Christian and express true Christian love. More power to 'em!

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Do you apologize when you've wronged someone? If I am made or become aware of it, yes of course. Only a coward can know himself in error and not move to correct it.

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Why do so many Catholic women who get abortions turn on other women after the fact? Do as I say, not as I do? Isn't that just wrong? I'm curious as to where you have gotten reliable statistics for your charge of "so many Catholic women who get abortions" then turning on other women after the fact. Would you mind sharing your source(s)? I'm neither Catholic nor female, nor pro-abortion; but I do have an interest in honest reporting. Oh, and that whole "do as I say, not as I do" bit?...

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If you feel torturing terrorists is legitimate and justified, how do you know who the terrorists are? You don't. And that's been a problem with torture from its earliest uses I'd wager. From the Spanish Inquisition to the Tudors to the Salem Witch Trials; torture has never been a valid method of gaining accurate information. It is a refuge for cowards who would rather sacrifice their essential humanity than be "wrong."

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Do you believe the Peace sign, ☮, is an Atheist sign? like a broken upside-down cross? Cause I am full-blood Christian, but i love pea☮e signs! Have no fear, "full-blood Christian!" ;) That's a rumor that's been around for a while but is totally groundless. The truth of the matter is that the lines of the peace symbol represent the semaphore flag and arm positions for the letters "N" and "D" imposed on one another. The N and D stand for "Nuclear Disarmament." It was originally...

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Do you call yourself Catholic or Roman Catholic? I am no longer, but when I was I referred to myself as Roman Catholic. I know that in the eyes of most Americans Catholic automatically equals Roman Catholic. But there are numerous traditions and rites in the world that are also Catholic, but are neither Roman Rite nor presided over by the Roman pontiff. I am, perhaps, overly picky but as a rule I prefer accurate nomenclature. It's not...

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Any tips for making deep frying safer? I'll have a big pot of boiling oil on the stove. Use a thermometer meant for oil and keep an eye on your temperature. Don't let it go so high that you run the risk of it catching fire. Use a good quality oil with a high smoke temp. Peanut oil is ideal Use a heavy container as it's easier to control and maintain oil temps. Make sure your food is dry before you add it! This means no ice crystals either. Make sure that your...

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According to the Bible, angels are perfectly capable of mating with humans. The bible describes these offspring, yet matings of this type are never described again after the great deluge. Do you think they still occur? This is assuming that the "Sons of God" were angels, yes? I don't think that's ever explicitly stated in the standard Bible. It may be in apocrypha such as Enoch. Are the The Nephilim who were on Earth after the flood assumed to be survivors though, or were they new offspring? The Bible does say that they ". . .were on the earth in those days, and also afterward, when...

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I prefer to practice the essential principles of different religions, so I don't go to any place of worship, since there is a bias in favor of a particular religion in that place of worship. How can I encourage more people to be more open-minded? Bless you Neeljune! :) There are many who will tell you you are incorrect in what you attempt to do. Most people have egos so heavily invested in *their* path that they cannot see the "rainbow" of paths that lead to the Divine. I can't advise you on how to encourage people to be more open-minded other than to say that encouraging by example is best. Anything else runs the risk...

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How "moody" are you? Do you refrain from participating in things even though you know your participation would be helpful/meaningful/useful to others just because you're not in the "mood"? I don't think I'm particularly moody, although I can be at times. If I thought that my participation in something might be helpful, meaningful or useful to others I would never refrain just because of my mood. . .well, unless I thought my mood would hinder that helpfulness, etc. My partner tells me that I am the only person he knows who doesn't take their bad moods out on...

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Is it illegal to sleep with your parol officer and her daughter? Without express laws to the contrary in the jurisdiction in question, probably not. It is probably considered a conflict of interest and unethical though, particularly on the part of the parole officer. And would most likely be grounds for dismissal.

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If you boarded an elevator, and saw a woman standing alone and crying, would you ask her what was wrong or would you mind your own business and stay silent? I wouldn't ask her what was wrong, as that might be construed as intrusive. I would definitely ask her if there was anything I could do to help her. Of course, I would do that with anyone, female or male, child or adult.

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Ever been told you are "white enough" by someone you are romantically involved with? If so, what was your reaction? I'm not sure what that means, actually. I've never even heard the expression/phrase in that context. What I *have* experienced a number of times, from a romantic or potential romantic partner, is being told that I wasn't "black enough." This was from white people, by the way. And it instantly sounded the death knell for any relationship or potential relationship.

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What role do ticks play in God's divine plan? Were they a parting "fu" to Adam and Eve after being expelled from the garden? If so, why are they still around after Jesus? Ticks and the like are the inverebrate analogs of the annoying and sometimes venomous right-wing christianists who infest the country.

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Christians!! What do you think about the atheist, scientist, and non-believers? Do you think their science is going to hold up on judgment day? Ignorant shit-stirring at its best.

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Why do Catholics have crucifixes with Jesus Christ still hanging on the cross? Didn't Christ rise from the dead and doesn't He now sit at the right hand of God the Father in heaven? You might be interested to know that not only Roman Catholics use the crucifix form of the cross. It is also used by Orthodox Christians of all traditions, Coptic Christians, and the Anglican/Episcopalian and Lutheran denominations. These Christian traditions use the crucifix as a symbolic reminder of Christ's suffering and sacrifice.

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Now that it is open season on the children of political figures, when are we going to go after democrate children? You mean like when Rush Limbaugh referred to Chelsea Clinton as a "dog?"

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What is the appropriate tip for a hooker? A reservoir tip.

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What do you like to do with cherries? I savor and profoundly enjoy every bit of their sweet and juicy goodness! They're my favorite fruit! Bings and Rainiers. ::swoon::

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SHould children be allowed to drink alcohol with parents? Is this child abuse or endangerment? When I was a child my siblings and I were allowed the occasional small glass of wine at certain family gatherings or dinners, the occasional sip of an adult's beer and a bit of (very weak) brandy or rum and eggnog at Christmas. None of us have had problems with alcohol as adults. And we knew then that these were special occasions and alcohol could only be consumed under adult supervision....

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Have you ever been to an Indian restaurant? Dangit! Now you've got me craving lamb vindaloo, basmati rice, naan and a tall glass of frosty lassi!

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Where in the bible is the serpent that deceived Eve identified as Satan? The serpent is not identified as Satan ever. Nor was it ever intended to be Satan. The serpent was purely and simply a serpent. Satan was Satan. Later Christian cosmologists created the conflation that enjoys popular "support" these days. The passage in Revelation that many point to as confirming that the two are the same is questionable as to whether John meant to identify the two....

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Anonymous might send you a bouquet of flowers. Would you prefer Gladiolus or Iris? What color? :) Iris. Blue, please! :) And thanks!

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What shouldn`t you say to the judge in the courtroom when your on trial? Yeah, yeah, yeah your Honor. That's what your mom said last night too.

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How long will it take for the Republican/Conservative nut jobs to apologize to Janet Napolitano for foolishly criticizing her over the release of the Dept. of Homeland Security’s report earlier this year? I'm sure that they plan to apologize. I have it on good authority that they plan to do it within 20 minutes after a flock of bat-winged monkeys flies outta my butt.

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Do you feel our rights as citizens of US are being taken away? Not since GWB left office.

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Glenn Beck and two of his guests argued that Adolph Hitler & the Nazi Party were "leftwing"; that "political correctness" led the committed white supramacist, James Von Brunn, to shoot a guard at the Holocaust Museum in DC. What do you think of that? I think Glenn Beck is a sick, twisted f*** who's trying to preempt the attention that's already being directed him and his like for the role they play in inflaming kooks like Von Brunn.

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Do you believe one religion (or no religion) is true and all the rest are false? Absolutely not. I can't afford that type of arrogance in my life.

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Is there anyway to get the product key Microsoft Office without having to buy the 150.00 dollar CD? You could just use Open Office and spare yourself the guilt and frustration of pirating. Not that I have any love for The Evil Empire (M$). I'm just sayin'. ;)

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I keep hearing about how that guy that shot up the Holocaust museum was a nutcase. Would a better description not be that he is a sick evil bassturd? He was a nutcase AND a sick, evil bastard. The problem is that he's not an isolated case. Check out some of the sites he was known to frequent for examples.

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Are you chewing anything right now? I am chewing a piece of Watermelon Taffy! Pumpkin seeds

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What is in your terms the most strangest animal you have consumed? I've eaten sea urchin gonads on many an occassion.

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If you believe in life after death and a friend was suffering with no hope of recovery, why would you object to the doctor easing your friends death with a lethal injection of pain killers? I believe in "life after death" but even if I didn't I would approve if that is what the other person wanted. A doctor did this for a friend of mine many, many years ago, although it wasn't with an injection. What he did was allow him to stockpile a sufficient supply of painkillers so that he could do what he thought he needed to do when the time came. y friend held on...

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Can you name a double word/double name, like "Walla Walla" Washington? Sing Sing Prison

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Do you believe that a demon can possess a human? Yes, but not in the way you're probably thinking. And I'd venture to say that 99.9% of so-called demonic possession is really just mental illness of some sort.

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Is there a single word for asking: "are the dishes in the dishwasher clean"? runnatyet?

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My neighbor said that she's going to buy a new outty. Why would anyone buy a new belly button? Are you sure she didn't say "Audi?" ;)

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If I sniffed you now, how would you smell? Like Nag Champa oil, lemon, frankincense and sandalwood.

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Non-chiristians, have you ever met a nonjudgmental Christian? Yes, I have. Many, in fact. I treasure quite a few as dear friends. Some of them are clergy and some of them are lay people. Unfortunately, places like internet forums, talk radio and other venues that provide outlets for the loudmouth fringe are capable of giving any group a bad name. If it wasn't for my personal friends and contacts on moderated forums I would be under the...

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Have you ever eaten hog maw? What is hog maw? Guilty. It's the lining of pork stomach. Quite tasty. :)

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What meal do you like to serve noodles with? Duck: roast, curry, tea-smoked Prawns: chili, curry, stir-fried

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True or False? You like Wine better than Champagne! Well, champagne *is* wine, but I take your meaning. :) I drink still wine daily, but I LOOOOVE Champagne. Unfortunately the champagnes I like are too expensive to consume on a daily basis. :)

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What are you sure about? Not a damned thing, actually.

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Would you consider petrified wood as a gem? Only if it was opalized.

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Name a Queen? Queen Liliuokalani, the last monarch of Hawaii.

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Is Hitler is a reincarnation of Julius Ceasar? They both salute in a same way Nothing to do with reincarnation. Hitler copied the Roman salute to the caesars because he thought it had a certain . . .cachet I guess. Many European leaders of a certain time copied what they perceived to be certain manners, trappings and styles of imperial Rome. Some considered themselves and their empires to be successors to Rome. Did you know, for instance, that the German title...

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My friend had her baby at a Catholic Hospital. They do not believe in using stirrups on the beds. She had to have the nurses hold her legs for her. We've always wondered why that is? Where the hell is this hospital?!? Believe me, this has absolutely nothing to do with Roman Catholic beliefs. Sheesh. . .kiiiinky.

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I made the mistake of telling my pastor I have a mental problem specifically due to serious abuse in childhood & as young adult. Since then he calls me a devil, sinner in sermon& tells people too. Shouldn't he know his judging me& gossiping is a sin? Yes, any reputable pastor would not be behaving in this manner. Sounds like he is the one who is the devil. Get as far away from this evil man as you possibly can. I am appalled that such a willfully wicked person could even be considered a man of God or a Christian. But it seems more and more common these days. Do yourself and your soul a big favor. Just get out of there.

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What would you say to Dick Cheney? The exact same thing that he said to Senator Leahy on the Senate floor. Only I'd add, ". . .and die."

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Why some people believe in nature and dont believe in god inspite of many messengers from god incontrast to mute nature? Pah! Nature IS one of the very voices of God. Nature is not mute. She glorifies the Creator incessantly!

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I just finished casting a spell and I feel so tired. any kind of explanation? Spellwork takes energy. It's normal. On the other hand, it can happen (dramatically) if your spellwork was shoddy or haphazard, if you don't know what you're doing or were not properly prepared for the work, or if you didn't close down the working properly.

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Has anyone actually ever said something along the lines of, "that man is a genious" or "he's such a wonderful person" after watching a Dick Cheney speech? Only when paid or a hand-picked shill.

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"Bush is a Tyrant" is a very popular myth right after global warming. Are there any other myths? Rush Limbaugh isn't calling the shots for the Republican Party. The Republican Party is best for America. Obama is a Muslim. George Bush is a Christian.

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At work I was standing next to my co worker and fell over and went to grabb something to hold my grip but by mistake I grabbed his cock. Now he thinks I ment to fall over. How do I tell him it was a mistake or should I quite work Between peeing on yourself and others, accidentally grabbing folks' genitalia, being caught in public restrooms in the nude and not being able to keep your boobs in your bra (yes, I've seen your other questions) you are one hot little mess ain't ya? You saucy minx! lmao!

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If I wanted to witness to you about the great J.R. "Bob" Dobbs would you let me? Probably. As long as your witnessing was based on, and not in conflict with, the Holy Bobles, including the Bobliographon.

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Do you think 'God' will ever unite all the religions of the world? Probably not since "God" had nothing to do with their creation AND probably considers them to be a great bore and a disappointment IF It is concerned with them at all. I think that God is much too busy handling the mechanics of things like quantum physics and evolution to be bothered with what names people give It, or whether or not It loves this bunch better than that one, or...

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Have you ever had,or knew anyone who had and intestinal parisitical infection?I have one,and was treated for it today.The medicane is making me feel giddy and weird.Any thoughts?* I don't know what medicine you're taking but that doesn't surprise me. Any medicine to treat such a thing is bound to be a mild poison of some sort. Look up the medicine you're taking on GOOGLE or something and note its side-effects. If you have concerns, consult your doctor about what you're experiencing. Good luck! That situation can't be much fun. :(

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Which do you prefer body spray or cologne? None of the fragrances I like are available as body sprays. I prefer parfums, eau de parfums, eau de toilettes and eau de colognes, in that order.

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I have had diarrhea for over 8 weeks now. No bloating except for a slight one before going to the toilet, no cramps or blood in my stool. My stool sample came back fine. I have 2 or 3 normal movements in a a day but the rest are not especially mornings Have you recently been on antibiotics? They can wreak havoc with the gastrointestinal system. The ubiquitous "Z-pack" has that effect on me. 8 weeks. I will no longer take it.

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In a 3 hours period I had 69oz of Ice tea and an entire box of Velveeta mac and cheese, then I tested my blood sugar with grandfathers tester came back 200, tested the next morning was 105 does this mean I am diabetic? Anyone explain please? Was it really necessary for you to ask this question at least 6 times, in the same forum, over a 3-day period? That is spamming and quite inconsiderate to your fellow AB'ers.

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Can their be such thing as a 'sexy' catholic priest? ummm. . .I take the 5th! ;)

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What are olives best used for? My martinis and bloody marys

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Every time someone asks a question about Barack Obama and his job rating, the answer always seems to be, it's too soon. When will it be time to ask? What's this about his job rating? Are you referring to his job-approval rating? Are there questions about it? It seems fairly simple to me. His ratings are high among Democrats (of course) and Independents; low among Republicans (again, of course). And overall, it's averaged about 62 for several months now.

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7-Up or Ginger Ale? Ginger ale, especially if it's Vernor's

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Have you ever eaten something while taking a number two, simultaneously? No. My name ain't Elvis.

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I think sexual attraction of women is the most powerful way leading to sin, how can we avoid this in broadcasting sexual and feminine TV programs? Ahh, the old Abrahamic canard that women are tools of Satan, leading good, honest men into lust, depravity and sin. How refreshing! . How can men avoid these seductresses? By owning and admitting responsibility for their own lustful feelings instead of using women as a scapegoat for starters. That would be an excellent point to begin. . Perhaps then one could move on to the realization that...

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Im cooking smoked sausage for dinner...what goes good with that? Sauerkraut or German-style red cabbage, and scalloped potatoes.

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Jesus can turn water into Wine, Would jesus make a good party guest Well, I heard the ridiculous tale, from one of the alleged uber-Christians here, that the wine Jesus created from water for the wedding feast at Cana, was actually nothing more than grape juice because Jesus did not consume alcohol.

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Do you blame the poverty trap, mostly on taxes or rising prices / high cost of goods? I blame it on corporate greed and a system that seems designed (whether it actually is or not) to keep poor people poor.

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Every body loves jesus... so y do we worship the thing he was killed on the cross? I've never met anyone who said that he or she worshiped the cross. I've known lots of people who view the cross as a sacred symbol and reminder of Christ's suffering and sacrifice. But that's hardly the same thing as worshiping it.

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You know, many a German admits, they did not see Hitlers intents , until it was too late....could not fathom him doing what he did...and had gone too far to stop him...i feel we, the people are on the same path OUR government...what are ur thoughts? Yes, we are in great danger of heading that way. But ours will be at the hands of our American Taliban, the christianist right. As Sinclair Lewis said, "When fascism comes to America it will be wrapped in the flag and carrying a cross."

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Sweaty carpenter or sweaty stripper? mmmmm. . .shaved wood! :)

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Has there ever been a time in your life when the grass was actually greener on the other side? Only when the neighbor's septic tank is leaking.

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Do you believe in God or the big bang Theory. answered accidentally. Ignore this, please.

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Are you a fan of the TV Evangelists on Sunday? Nope. I think they're evil. On Sunday or any other day.

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When you make a donation to feed the children how much of your donation really goes on the children? Do you think the pictures of the kids they send are really kids being helped? I research the charities to which I donate. Specifically, I check out what percentage of their income goes to the actual issue at hand as opposed to things like "Administration" and "overhead." This information is a matter of public record, and should be checked before giving money.

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If your a woman - how many bottels of perfume do you own? and what kind? if you are a guy - how many bottels of colonge do you own? and what kind? Heheh. . .oddly, I was just updating my fragrance spreadsheet before logging on to AB. I currently own 44.

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Why do white peopel divorce so much if they intellectually are against it and value sacrifice? could it be b/c of innate genetic traits/reasons? Wow. I was completely unaware that opinions about divorce and willingness to sacrifice were related to ethnicity. Learn somethin' new every day I guess.

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How much do you really appreciate all you are and all you have? Do you regularly count your blessings or are you too busy working hard to "be more, get more, do more, have more?" I count my blessings every day. Even the small stuff. Everything from hot, running water to flush toilets, electricity, having enough food to eat and a comfortable place to lay my head at night. Everything counts. :)

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Do you associate edible produce with only what you can find in most grocery stores? Nope. I shop at a lot of ethnic markets when I can and find lots of produce that you don't find in most grocery stores. I also grow some of my own that you will never see in supermarkets, as well as a variety of herbs that are not common to most groceries.

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Since we are told not to make Idols for ourselves, why to people wear cross's and pray to them? If you had a son and he shot himself, would you wear a gun around your neck? Isn't it hypocritical and insulting to Christ? I've never seen anyone pray to a cross, and neither have you. And I think what's hypocritical and insulting to Christ is people who claim to speak in his name when all they're really doing is masturbating their own egos.

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Do you believe we should outlaw the Bible? Absolutely not. I would no more countenance outlawing the Bible than I would advocate outlawing any of the books that some of these christianist Bible-beaters would like to see banned or burned. But then, I live in the United States of America and such an act would be unconstitutional and against our stated and traditional ideals. If you live elsewhere your mileage may vary.

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Why are catholics sometimes Liberals? Aren't they the very ones who are very outspoken on abortion, and other topics they consider assaults on life? The Roman Catholic church has traditionally been liberal on various social issues and conservative on others. Social justice and aiding the poor, for example, have been issues near and dear to the Catholic heart for a very, very long time. Why do you assume that being against things like abortion and capital punishment are at odds with these stances?

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"Science is based on tested proof or empirical evidence. You conduct a test or experiment and then observe the results." Are you aware of any religions that are based on actual proof? Buddhism. The Buddha advised that one should not rely on his words or those of any other, nor of any tradition, or scripture, etc. He taught that direct and verifiable personal experience was the only thing upon which one should rely without question and validation. He put forth his method for attaining enlightenment and basically said, ". . .try it yourself. Don't take my word for...

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Christians: Would you read any books against God like Dracula(Drinking blood=sin)or Frankenstein(Creating life=playing God) Why or Why not? I'd like to know how these books are "against God." The book-burning crowd likes to rail against books that they've never even read nor truly know anything about. Is Dracula a hero? No. Stoker uses Dracula to represent all that is evil in the world and makes this quite clear in his narrative. Throughout the book it's the Christian symbols that protect and vanquish....

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Why do old people get irritated so easily? (considering age group 60 and above) I'm 4 years away from 60. I'm not easily irritated at all by anything but rank stupidity, of which there is no lack in the world. I think your generalization is untrue, by the way. I have relatives in their 80s and 90s who are some of the most serene and patient people you'd ever want to meet. But, like myself, they do not suffer fools lightly. Perhaps older people realize...

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Name somthing that you are to young to do? Retire, blast it all! ;)

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Do you believe the quality of "empathy" would be good for a public servant to have or is that just "touchy-feely" and not necessary to do the job? It is a sad state of affairs when people begin to view virtues like compassion and empathy as being touchy-feely, weak, "liberal," "new-agey" or unworthy of consideration. Empathy is a virtue that all of us, not just public servants, would do well to acknowledge, develop and practice if we are to survive as a species. Just my 2 cents.

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IF YOU ARE COLOUR BLIND HOW DO WE KNOW YOU SEE BLACK AND WHITE? Color blindness usually involves the inability to distinguish between red and green. Rarer cases have the problem with blue and yellow. A complete lack of ability to distinguish colors of all hues )leaving one only able to see shades of gray) is possible, but that condition is vanishingly rare.

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Do you belive Star Wars is satanic? No. Nor do I see how anyone else could unless he or she was rather deranged.

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Whats the secret of a good relationship? Being, first and foremost, each other's friend. Many friends and acquaintances ask how my partner and I have been together so harmoniously for 23 years. And I always tell them that I think it's because we are, above all else, friends and that unlike many couples we don't just "love" one another, we actually *like* one another.

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Why do american school's (especially history class) teach their students about those greek mythical gods but never try to teach them about the god in the bible? Because Christians would have a hissy fit if the schools tried to teach about the deity of the Bible as mythology.

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Why don't people say, "Oh my Buddha!" or "Oh my Zeus!" Why do they always have to take God's name in vein? His name isn't "God." It's not enough that you lot have to claim that your religion is the only "true" one. You have to claim that you own the very word "God." And it's "vain" not "vein." Do all of y'all go to the same inept homeschool or something?

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Would you vote for an athiest Prime Minister/president/Emperor? I certainly would, even though I am not an atheist. My vote, however, would have nothing to do with his or her religious views, which I consider irrelevant. The only relevant matter would be is this individual an effective leader who will do the best job for the citizens and country. I noted that others who answered somewhat the same in this thread were downrated. I rated them back up as...

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Is the secondary goal after eliminating religion is to eliminate all concept of morality and ethics? Whose goal would this be? And why do you assume that morals and ethics are, of necessity, a sine qua non of religion? Many of the agnostics and atheists that I know have a moral compass and ethical sense that are superior to most of the religionists I encounter. And no, I'm not an atheist.

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How come Christians are able to laugh at their religion, yet Muslims are not? The only Christians I've ever known, as a group, that were able to have a real sense of humor about their religion were Catholics. And they seem to be jumping on the humorless evangelist bandwagon with increasing fervor these days.

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For the sake of argument, if your country was to become a theocracy, which religion would you prefer be in charge? Buddhism or Unitarian Universalism. Theocracies almost inevitably cause a spirituality to take a turn for the worse though. I think that perhaps these two might be able to resist that tendency. I doubt it though, humans being what they are.

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London Broil or Tri Tip? Tri-Tip on the grill is heaven! London Broil? Not so much. For my tastes anyway. Your mileage may vary. :)

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Have you ate Rice with Curry like Asians? Frequently. Rice or noodles with curry is one of my staple dishes.

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If you had a choice of being a teenager in the loved up 60s, flares of the 70s or the mixed up 80s, which would it be and why? I *was* a teenager in the 60s. Wouldn't trade it for any of those other decades for nothin'! ;)

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A rope around his neck and genitals? Kinky, Grasshopper. Can you understand why??? Not I. Oh dear. I wonder if he was engaging in auto-erotic asphyxiation. I once read that 500-1,000 people die accidentally every year (just in the U.S. alone I think) from it going wrong.

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Are you ready to be brainwashed by by "Bob"? Sit back and let slack into your heart before the normals win! F**k the pinks! Give Me Slack or KILL ME!

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Didn't people believe in demons way before christianity? Yepper. Not only did they believe in demons (at least the Greeks and, to a lesser extent, Romans did) but the demons were nothing like what they became known as after the Christians. . .well. . .demonized them. To the Greeks and Romans daimones (plural for daimon, from which the word "demon" comes) were more like tutelary deities or spirits, demi-gods, guardian "angel"...

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Do you think God is religious? I would doubt it very seriously. If there is a God (and I believe there is although not the bastard that many have patterned after themselves) I don't think it would have the need or desire for such frippery. Humans need that stuff. Not God. And, for the record, I love certain types of religious ritual. But I realize that it's for *me* not *God*. I see the christianists have...

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Does it anger anyone else besides me when you hear someone say that there are church lead therapy groups to "cure" homosexuality, as though it were a disease? Does it further infuriate you when someone says they were "cured"? It angers me. Yes, it does. Especially since it's a lie that has caused much spiritual and psychological harm to many gay people and their families.

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Does Frankincense give anyone else besides me a headache? No, it doesn't do that to me. In fact, it is one of my favorite (if not my favorite) aromas. I'm sorry to hear that it does that to you. :(

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Are you afraid of death? No. I am afraid of dying, but I'm not afraid of death.

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Do you believe in God or the big bang Theory. My personal opinion/suspicion/intuition/belief is that God IS/WAS the Big Bang. I believe that God is inherent and present in all creation and all creative processes; including evolution. . .God dances in our DNA. I guess that makes me a pantheistic deist at heart. ;)

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What's the first thing you do in the shower? Wash my face

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Is merlot making a comeback? lol! I never knew it had fallen out of fashion. But then I don't follow wine trends. Merlot has been my daily-use red for a very long time now.

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What mythological creature scares you the most? Cthulu, although those harpies ain't no joke.

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I'm no fool, no siree_______(complete this). I'm gonna live to be 103! :)

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Is there anything about christians that annoy you? NO. There's nothing about Christians that annoys me. Unfortunately, most of the loudmouths who claim Christianity as their faith are anything but followers of Christ's teachings.

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If religious fanatics murder are they capable of terrorism too? Religious fanatics make the most dedicated terrorists of all. Why listen to, or observe, human reason when you've got "God" on your side?

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I have read that you shouldn't take things that you like from other religions and mix them with gods word and i do believe there is scripture talking about this as well. What do you guys and gals think about this? Well, there are a lot of things that would have to be purged from modern Christianity if this is indeed the case. Christianity has taken ideas and practices from other religions since it first began. I know that I'll get castigated and downrated for saying so, but no faith exists in a vacuum. They have all influenced or been influenced by others.

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If you had to make a playlist of your all time favourite songs about drugs or all time best stoner songs what would you put in? "Don't Bogart that Joint" would definitely be at the top of the list.

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Do you believe in taking a laxative once a month to clean yourself out? My european parents would make us do it every month. Now with all this colon cancer I am believing they have something...No one in our family suffered from that? What do you think? Barring certain health conditions, I think a better approach would be to simply eat enough fiber and drink sufficient water. The increase in colon cancer is due to increasingly poor diets filled with processed foods. I try to convince people at my job that this approach is better than laxatives but they scoff at me. Meanwhile, I have to listen to their damned near daily complainsts about their...

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LDS Apologist: "One of the more well-used and worn-out attacks from our critics has been the Church’s use of the symbol of the pentagram..." OK, why DOES the LDS Church prominently use this & other occultist symbols on it's Temples and not the cross? Many occult traditions use the cross as a symbol too, you know.

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Atheists, if there is no evidence that it existed other then word of mouth do you think the Nazi concentration camps once existed? Shouldn't this matter be treated the same as the questing with god? I'm not an atheist, but your question is, as they say in the 'hood, "WHACK!" I once knew a man who had to eat constantly because pieces of his stomach had been systematically removed by Nazi doctors for an "experiment." Between that, his stories, and the damned tattoo on his forearm I'd say that the "evidence" was pretty strong for the camps to have...

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What animal would you describe as cute? Pygmy hedgehogs

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What's your favorite scent of incense? Another vote for Nag Champa, although frankincense (real, good quality frankincense) will always be my most special. :)

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What scent always helps lift your mood? Sandalwood, frankincense, jasmine

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Are there more Atheists that view their own beliefs as a religion or as a way of thinking and nothing to do with what religion plays as a role in their lives? I've known many an atheist, but I wouldn't presume to speak for what any of them believe other than to say that the only reliably common thread among them is that they don't believe in any deity. Not one of the ones I've known looks at this as a "religion" or "way of life" any more than a preference for oatmeal over grits. Anyone's beliefs, or...

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If You Were Donald Trump, What Would You Do? I would lose the comb-over and learn to be a decent human being instead of a corporate fat-cat caricature.

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When You Tell Someone You'll Pray For Them, Do You Really Mean It? I would never tell someone that. If I was going to pray for someone (and I have) I don't see how my telling them about it would make any difference, other than to make me seem like a sanctimonious, holier-than-thou ass. Usually when I hear that phrase it *is* from some sanctimonious, holier-than-thou type who is actually telling me that he or she is going to beseech their deity to do a...

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What would you do if you saw a naked man walking down the street with only a cell phone in his hand? Depends. Is this hypothetical man attractive? :)

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The Roman Catholic Church makes it so easy to be forgiven for sins committed. Why do they have this policy since it is not a deterrent but a free ticket to commit crime? Examples are the abusive priests and nuns in Ireland and the pedophile priests. How is this much different from the evangelicals who tell me that it doesn't matter what one does in life, but if "saved" before dying one will end up in Heaven anyway? I'm serious. Explain to me, please, the difference between getting away with murder in one sect and getting away with it in another.

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I want to know more about shiva avtars? Shiva does not, traditionally, have great avatars associated with him. There have been a few people who some consider avatars of Shiva, though. Adi Shankara, the 8th century Vedic philosopher is considered by some to be one. The Vedic storm god, Rudra, is claimed to have been another as was Hanuman, the so-called monkey god. Some traditions hold that Shiva has not had major avatars, like...

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Im considering getting a female kitten.I was wondering how much it would cost to spade the kitten & what shots the kitten should have & the cost of the shots.Also during the kitten's yearly check ups what to expect. Where are you getting the cat? If it's from a shelter, many of them have low-cost spay-neuter programs as do some municipalities. It might be best to actually call a vet in your area and see what they will charge and what they advise, as costs will vary. This link gives a little basic info. http://fanciers.com/cat-faqs/getting-a-cat.shtml Kudos and points to you for covering this...

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My fellow Atheists - In order to live a rational life, does the trade-off have to be our imagination/sense of wonder? Not an atheist here. But this is a great question, I have to say. :) I don't think that a belief in deity is necessary to have or maintain a sense of imagination, wonder or awe at the natural world. In fact, it may be certain types of theists who are more at risk of this type of loss. Look at all that "subdue the Earth" crap; the belief that "God" just put stuff...

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What other titles does the Pope have? Bishop of Rome Pontifex Maximus

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I have a dark shadow that follows me everyone and tells me that he loves and that he is watching over me..What can i do about that? I note that your name is Wiccagirl. You're Wiccan and you don't know elementary psychic self-defense techniques?

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Is Obama a terrorist? Nope. Are you?

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What doesn't taste good with bacon? My goodness. . .you know what? There isn't anything I can think of. And believe me, I KNOW food!

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Do you have a cocktail before dinner? Usually. It depends on my mood though. Usually a martini. The past couple of nights though it's been a mint julep, because my mint patch is growing like crazy.

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The last time you hear an alarm siren, what was it coming from (e.g. ambulance, police car, firetruck)? Wow! Freaky. Fire truck went past my house *just* as I read this question!

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What things did Jesus save you from? Christianists who talk the talk, but wouldn't know Jesus if he were standing right in front of them.

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What do you do when you can't remember a word? It's right on the tip of your tongue but you can't quite recall it no matter how hard you try? I have this issue A LOT!!!! :o( I consciously stop chasing after word. It will usually pop up, spontaneously and unbidden, after that. Of course, that doesn't do you much good in conversation, does it? ;)

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Does anyone belive the steriotype that russians drink to much? There has been great and growing concern for the past several years over the growing alchohol consumption, dependency and alcohol related death statistics in Russia.

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Are you generally concerned about the swine flu outbreak? Yes. But only generally, so far. Because I know how flu viruses tend to behave, and what they're capable of, I think it's prudent to stay abreast of developments around this particular outbreak. I think that both the hysterical alarmists and the head-in-the-sand crowds need to educate themselves.

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I believe in a God, do you? Yep. Sure do, though not in any way that you're probably used to.

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Why is it that the most bitchy, stuck-up and judging people i know are christians? Perhaps you need to know some better Christians. ;) Seriously though, I know many Christians, both lay people and clergy from a wide variety of denominations and traditions, and I count them among some of my very best friends and some of the most noble and compassionate people I know. And I am not a Christian. My view of Christ and Christianity is very much like that of Mahatma Gandhi. ...

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What perfumes smell like cotton candy? I have been trying to find it for my Girlfriend & I'm having a hard time with it. Anyone know where to find a fragrance like this? Cotton Candy, by Body Fantasies Love, by Kilian Pink Sugar, by Aquolina Delicious Cotton Candy, by Gale Hayman

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Don't you know that hell is just something invented to scare people into obedience? Yes, I knew that. Well, the Christian and Islamic Hell-as-a-place-for-divine-punishment is anyway.

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If you had the power to control Time, what would you do with it? Among other things, I would go back or look back about 10,000 years, just to put an end to that silly the-Earth-is-only-6,000-years-old argument that the creationist crowd likes to tout.

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Do you have a regret that still bothers u even today even though it happened a years or so ago? Oh hell yeah. At my age that's pretty much a given for most of humanity. ;)

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Lucifer is not satan. he has been errously mistaken as the serraphim and dark master of hell. Do you know who the real satan is? Lucifer, Satan and the serpent of Eden are not the same entity despite some people's ignorant statements to the contrary. As far as knowing who he is, all I can say is that I know who the original Satan was. I see no reason to change that view based on subsequent (and rather late) Christian and Muslim interpretation.

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What would you do if someone offered to cast a demon out of you? Invite him or her to have at it and, when I was no longer entertained or amused, invoke a real demon on their ignorant ass. Well, maybe just an imp. And not permanently, of course.

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Are you more mysterious or more of an open book? I can be a bit of both I suppose. But for the most part I'm an open book if a person: a. Knows what information he or she is looking for; b. Can use a table of contents; c. Is handy with an index; and d. Can read between the lines.

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Did Wanda Sykes go too far when she was making fun of Rush Limbaugh, or did she hit the nail on the head? She hit the nail on the head, with gusto! GO WANDA! In my opinion, he made himself fair game when he openly and callously mocked someone's Parkinson's disease symptoms. Now *that* was over the top. Having known people with Parkinson's disease, that made me literally sick to the stomach. In my opinion nothing's too bad to be said about that evil, ignorant bastard.

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Is it discrimination to hate dumb people? Why would one hate someone who is unable to speak?

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Do you have a little French in you? Not since I ditched Henri for Paco.

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Any good home remedies/ideas for severe calf cramping? Getting them both at night and during the day. I have found, over many years experience, that a calcium+magnesium supplement works wonders for the night-time calf cramps. I don't get them during the day so I can't speak to that.

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Do you think that the American flag should be taken down if someone finds it offensive? No, I absolutely and unequivocally do not. The very idea is repulsive to me. And you know what? I am not a "rah! rah!-worship-the-flag type either. In fact I despise that behavior as well. I don't fly or display the flag. I respect it per protocol in public assembly, but I don't view it as a sacred object of worship or veneration. I support anyone's right to fly that flag...

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Have you ever gagged while brushing your tongue? lol I Have! It's a lady-like sound. I'm not a lady, but it's a sound you don't particularly wanna hear from a guy either. I have a hair-trigger gag reflex, so I usually use my battery-operated tongue scraper/cleaner instead if I have the time.

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How do you like your milk? Left in the cow. I'm lactose intolerant and only drink soy milk. :(

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Did you eat an orange for breakfast? Yes, I did, as a matter of fact. Along with a protein drink a small chunk of cheddar cheese and a handful of sunflower seeds. The orange was absolutely delicious! The ones my market has right now have been particularly sweet and flavorful.

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What does the hare krishna religion say about the end of the world I'm not sure about the Krishna-worshipping sects, but Krishna himself is allegedly quoted in the Bhagavad Gita as stating regarding the world that, "It has neither its end nor origin nor existence."

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What do vegetables eat? Nitrogen, phosphorus, trace minerals, a little water, and light of the proper wavelength.

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Who were the Rosicrusians, whom I heard were in the movie "Angels and Demons"? It's a long and involved story. These links explain some of it. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rosicrucians http://www.rosicrucian.org/

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Do you think your heading for hell? No. Even if I had the money for the flight, Gehenna became landfill a long, long time ago.

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Out of all the angelic ranks, which is your favorite? I'm tempted to say the Seraphim, but I think I've gotta go with the Archangels and the Cherubim. And I don't mean those lil' nekkid, winged babies either. I mean the *real* Cherubim. ;)

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Have you ever tried to use witch craft? Since I was a Wiccan priest for a good many years I guess I'd have to say "yes." I'd classify it as more than a "tried" though. ;)

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Should the Washington Redskins change their name because it may be offensive to Native Americans? My first impulse is to say yes. But I note that in your question you say that it *may* be offensive to Native Americans. A very real consideration is the question of whether it *is* offensive to most Native Americans. And if it is offensive to most NAs I would say that the team should seriously consider a change. There are many people who would call this "political correctness."...

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I like rock but I'm black. I am a black person. I'm scared that if I tell someone this I might be pinned as weird. Can anyone help me? I'm black. . .well, mostly. ;) And I like everything from opera to death metal, byzantine and gregorian chant to country/western, Polynesian tribal chants to renaissance and mediaeval, dark ambient to punk and hip-hop. When I moved to south-central Los Angeles at the age of 11, my peers in the predominately black jr. high school I attended were aghast at the fact that I liked the Beatles...

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Cat owners: This isn't a question I just want to warn everyone who may not have heard. There has been a recall on Nutro cat food products. If you have any check the Best if used by date. If the dates are between May 2010 and Aug 2010, throw it away. I don't feed Nutro, but thanks to you for being concerned and getting the word out to cat owners! + :)

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Why are men scared to go to church..What is it about you that doesn't want to worship the Lord..Are you being a bad and naughty boy that you think the Church is going to fall on your head? Go worship with your family. I'm not afraid to go to church. I do, in fact, go from time to time. Never Protestant ones though. Only Roman or Orthodox. Oh, and Gnostic Christian. I also am known to occassionally go to Buddhist, Hindu and Sikh temples; and Wiccan circles.

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What is the first thing comes to mind when I say German food? Jaegerschnitzel with spaetzle and braised red cabbage.

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When did you last fart out loud in company? It's rather a daily occurrence in my household. After 23 years with the same person it gets kinda ridiculous to pretend that you don't. Of course, we only realized that about 6 years ago. ;)

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How are you at cleaning sick up? Rather lousy. Unless you want to see even *more* sick, that is.

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Many people believe that because of the wars and crime in the world, as wellas the moral & economical decline of america, the second coming of christ is near. Do you agree? Many people have been saying such things since the very earliest days of Christianity. Literally from the very beginning. So no, even if I believed in a second coming of Jesus, I would not agree.

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Has anyone tried eating kelp? Yes. I've eaten quite a bit of a kelp called kombu, as well as various other sea vegetables (nori, dulse, hijiki, etc.).

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What kind of tomatoes did you plant this year for a summer harvest? I need to know, so I'll have an idea of what I'll be stealing from your garden when your not looking... I planted all heirloom varieties this year: Caspian Pink, Brandywine True Black, Limony and Mortgage Buster.

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How bad would you hurt a stranger for your own health or wealth? Would you punch a 20 year old man for $1000? What about a five year old? Considering the fact that contemplating your question actually made me feel nausea, I think my answer would have to be, "no."

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What is an animal that has become extinct besides the Dodo bird? The poor Carolina Parakeet, which was one of the few parrot species native to North America and the only one native to the eastern U.S.

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Does anyone REALLY realize that God wants a relationship and NOT religion? Religion is a way to actually keep us away from God! I wouldn't say that is always the case, but it certainly seems to have that net effect most of the time doesn't it? +

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Today I read an obituary that said in lieu of flowers, any memorial contribution should be sent directly to the family. I never remember seeing anything like that before. They usually say to give it to a charity. Is this a new thing? What is happening to manners? Tsk. I saw this question on the heels of another one that mentioned a couple who asked for donations to their honeymoon trip fund, AT their wedding reception. Classy. This falls into the same category, methinks.

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What are your thoughts on the supreme court upholding the ban on same sex marriage? You are referring to the California Supreme Court's decision that Proposition 8 should stand as decided in the November, 2008 vote. What I find intriguing is the fact that they also, in that decision, defended and let stand the legality of the 18,000 same-sex marriages that were solemnized before said vote. What are *your* thoughts on *that*?

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Have you ever heard of a newly married couple asking for donations for their honeymoon trip at THEIR wedding? No I haven't. And I'm appalled. Cheeky monkeys!

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Why do people give Christians a hard time? Why do SOME people give SOME people who call themselves Christians a hard time is a better question. And the answer is, because payback's a bitch. . .and sometimes she has puppies.

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Is there a way to summon an angel to protect you? Yeah, but not in the way you're probably thinking. Interestingly, most of the people knowledgeable about doing so are not Christian in the way you'd think either.

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Tsare nutria rats deadly to people and pets? what can they cause to happen? Nope. But they are voracious little eaters and hard on the environment. They're the food of the future you know. ;) I hear they taste like turkey. And no, I'm not kidding. Lotsa people eat 'em.

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What is the worst place to shout "Praise Satan"? How bout "Praise God", finally "Praise Allah". Satan: The elevation of the eucharist at a Catholic mass. God: At the most crucial moment in a Satanic rite. Allah: Anyplace in the rural American south; preferably during a Klan rally.

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How can you protect yourself from demons? Leave them alone and they'll leave you alone. Contrary to popular opinion, the entities most people know as demons do not make a habit of messing with people who haven't messed with them. Wanna know another lil' secret? Most "demons" are not external. They're internal. That's right. They're projected negative energies from inside your own psyche. Clean...

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Does God exist without religion?. If yes, why do we need a religion to know her. If no, how many Gods exist for the infinite religions in world. 1. Yes 2. We don't. The surest approach to the Divine is through direct, personal approach. 3. There is only one divine essence, universal in nature, but perceived and interpreted into myriad forms by humanity, none of which is ultimately "True." These are my opinions and "experience." It is a "work in progress."

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When you die, What do you want buried with you? Nothing. If I cannot be placed in the ground with no box between me and a decaying return to the soil, then I want to be cremated.

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Would you liked to have grown up to be just like Jesus Christ?(without the ending) I would like to have his compassion. But I say the same thing of the Dalai Lama.

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What kind of soap do you use in the dishwasher? Cascade Complete! :)

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Is the pope going to be the false prophet in revelations *IF* The Book of Revelation (not Revelations) is an actual prophecy for the future and not a disguised political tract relevant to the context of the time in which it was written; and *IF* its prophecies are true and relevant for the so-called "end times," I doubt that the false prophet spoken of will be a Bishop of Rome. Given what is said in Revelation it would more likely to be a...

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Do you have half a cucumber in your fridge? You know I do. Stay outta my refrigerator, spy!!! ;)

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During breath meditation, I managed to be completely focused on the breath, with no knowledge of surroundings for a while. If I had to describe it, it was like a calm pool of water. But I can't seem to get back into this state. Help? How does one do this? I mean this in the most serious way, with no flippancy attached. Stop trying. Work without desire of result.

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Do Atheists claim that "God" doesn't have a gender? None of the atheists I've known claim any such thing as they don't believe in the deity in the first place. You can't ascribe attributes to a non-existent being. Although I suppose one might just for the fun of it. . .like speculating about Santa's sex life or whether the Easter bunny actually *lays* all those eggs or steals them from chickens.

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If the word "Nigger" is so offensive (probably more offensive than Fuck You or DipShit). Than what do they say it on television (Like in The Boondocks) where it's not censored? (Expert Opinion please). First off, Boondocks is satire. Satire has always had a lot of leeway in what it can "appropriately" depict. But I have to say that you don't hear the word "nigger" on Boondocks unless it's spoken by a white person or the self-hating, white supremacist Uncle Ruckus. And actually, I'm not sure that he uses "nigger," with that pronunciation.

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Why are white people so paranoid and scared whenever they see a minority. Mainly Blacks and hispanics? Not all white people are paranoid in that manner, although many are. But you have to realize that their reasons for being so are as varied as any other element of human behavior. For some it's lack of familiarity coupled with the media' stories and urban legends they may have heard. For others it's simple (or complex, as the case may be) racial bigotry. Some will tell you that...

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Where you around in the Summer of '69? I was a toddler living in Wyoming. Where were you? I was living in Los Angeles and about to graduate from High School.

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Is agnosticism a religion? Not using standard definitions of the word "religion," no.

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What makes someone an Atheist? Not believing in deities makes someone an atheist. Nothing more. Nothing less.

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Penultimate spring special, after which numbers take a break until Chrimbo. Apart from letters in this has been going on for too long, name something of which there are 28. Days in the average menstrual cycle.

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Is pantheism a form of theism or atheism? I would say that it's definitely a form of theist philosophy. Of course, I have a slightly vested interest in saying so. I'm interested in how you might view it as taking an atheist bent though.

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Do you ever wish the Christian religion would disappear? Yes or no? No. I actually think that the Christian faith has some of the most sublime ideas and ideals that humanity has seen (although it is not alone in this). I just wish that many of those who claimed to follow the teachings of Christ actually did so instead of using the faith to play host,co-dependent and enabler to the inhuman portions of their egos.

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How many Earthquakes have you physically felt? 3 MAJOR ones and numerous smaller ones.

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When you were young, did you ever get kicked out of vacation bible school? No. I, in fact, won an award and a Bible (which I still own, 48 years later). . .for memorizing and best interpreting in my own words, the most Bible passages. Imagine. ;)

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Why do JW's hide the facts about Beth Sarim, a house they bought in LA for the return of the Holy ones of old, like Abraham, Mose, David etc... Why does any religious group hide its old errors? Specifically, since you are Christian, why do many Christian sects and denominations, from the oldest on down to the latest, hide their old errors (and many new ones)? Or at least just wish they'd go away? Answer that and you may answer your own question. And I have a question of my own. Why do some who claim the mantle of Christian...

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Christians, why is it that when you work in a half atheist environment that the atheist try to change and corrupt you? why can they let you set in your happyness and new found peace? If this occurs (and I have strong doubts that it occurs with the frequency you infer), it's probably for the same reasons that many Christianists can't just let atheists or people of other religions be in peace. I'm not an atheist, but neither am I a Christian. I have friends among both (even clergy) who are not of the aggressive variety. But whenever I've personally...

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If something dead embarrasing is on your mind from a day ago, how can I get rid of it and not think about it? You can start by not trying to *not* think about it. The mind loves a good fight, and the more you try to suppress it the feistier it gets. When the memory, thought, feeling, etc. pops up again, acknowledge that it's there and move on. Do this every time it pops up unbidden, and eventually it will get bored with your lack of striving against it. ;)

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Should exotic pets be legal? Just what do YOU consider "exotic"? Exotic to me is any animal not usually kept as a pet. And no, I really don't think that exotic animals should be legal without some form of pre-approval and licensing. Every year many pets are abandoned or killed because somebody think it would be cool to have a [insert-animal-name-here]. They don't research care requirements. They don't take into account impacts on home, family,...

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Does it rain when you're sad,or does the rain make you sad? All opinions on this topic,please* I love the rain and don't associate it with sadness. I find it calming, comforting and refreshing. And thunderstorms? They just send me into giddy paroxysms of elation and delight. ;)

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I'm thinking of making a contract with the Devil, but I want to shop around a bit first. Does anyone know if there are any other evil deities out there that might give me better terms than the Prince of Darkness in these troubled economic times? I have four words for you: IA! IA! Cthulu ftaghn!

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I am very much afraid of devil.what should i do? Ceasing to treat myths as facts might help.

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Colt Coat of Justice just ask me if he was right handed. I told him that's a question not an answer. So now its in your turn. Is he a lefty or a righty? Who knows or can accurately say? His initial response never stated which hand he uses to wield his pen.

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Do everyones feeling matter-like,ok to step on toes and hurt people just 'Cause it makes you feel good inside? Within certain bounds, of course everyone's feelings matter. In my opinion anyway. Stepping on people's toes just because it makes one feel good is anti-human and anti-social behavior. Manners *are* important. A civil society is an efficiently functioning society.

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What is the most pressing issue of world religions today? Wouldn't that depend on the religion?

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What was one object you hated as a child? like a backpack, pair of shoes, dress, etc. Pajamas with feet in them. ;(

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If you are devout in your own faith/belief in your god, does that make you an atheist toward someone elses's god? I don't think it does unless one believes it does. The great Christian theologian, mystic and philosopher Meister Eckhart, who lived in the 13th and 14th centuries said: "Divinity is an Underground river that no one can stop and no one can dam up." Commenting on this, the Reverend Matthew Fox, a modern priest and theologian said: "There is one underground river—but...

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Do you believe in the day of judgment after death? Nope. Can't say as I do. I believe in reincarnation. And although I could be wrong about that, I am definitely not wrong about the alleged Day of Judgment.

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Can all religions lead us to Same God? if yes, why? if not, Why Not? All religions *could* I suppose. They are all seeking union or knowledge of something ineffable and undefinable. That something is what we call God and all of the religions have their own take on what God is. And most of them think they're the only "right" ones. And none of them is accurate beyond a glimmer, perhaps, of understanding. But I think they're all talking about...

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Should all worship the God of the bible only?Is it a 'must'?Is HE the only God? No. All shouldn't. No. It isn't a "must." And "HE" is a product of human perception and longing; no more "real" and no less so than any other percption of deity. No human knows what God is, despite their protestations to the contrary.

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Why is mythology listed separately from religion on answerbags categories? Well, technically they're not quite the same. A mythos might not have a religion associated with it. Most religions, however, do have an associated mythos. A religion is a cultic practice or set of doctrines built around a given mythos. Most in our society associate the term myth with something other than religion. They like to believe that their religion is "true" and...

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What is the most expensive kind of cologne that you have ever purchased? Amouage Jubilation XXV. 3.4 oz for $290 U.S.

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What does filet mignon mean? Literally? Small boneless meat

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How likely is it that Paris Hilton will win the Nobel Peace Prize? A haiku: Still, I watch my butt Hopeful that monkeys will fly Forth from my sphincter.

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Do you have more, or less compassion than you did ten years ago? Definitely more. The older I get, the more I see, the more the world seems to go to hell in a handbasket, the more compassion we need. True compassion does not die I think.

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If Africans can withstand the hot sun without getting a single sunburn. Then what natural ability do each White, Asian, or Hispanic have that they don't? It's the amount of melanin in the skin of black Africans that protects. However, don't ever believe for one moment that black people can't burn. That is a myth. It just takes longer than a fair-skinned person might.

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Why are/were people scaried of the swine flu if it's just like the regular flu without a cure? I don't think any flu has an actual cure. But I tink that there were several reasons that this one caused more panic/concern. First of all most flu epidemics begin in China or elsewhere in Asia and work their way westward. This gives researchers a chance to develop vaccines by the time the flu season hits in the west. This virus arose (or appears to have) in North America, outside of...

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Why do atheists agree the universe has no meaning but look for it in everything else.. music, art, theatre.. their marriages? Wherever did you get the idea that atheists "agree" that the universe has no meaning? The only thing atheists agree on is that they don't believe that deities exist. That's a far cry from believing that there is no meaning to their lives. They're atheists, not nihilists. Granted the two terms aren't necessarily mutually exclusive. But nihilism is hardly something...

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How can it be that something that isn't mentioned in the bible be a SIN ..? How dare you ask a logical question! ;) I've wondered about this since elementary school, when a classmate brought a note explaining that he couldn't partake of our rainy-day activities like square dancing or playing the card game Old Maid, because they were "sins."

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Would you agree that people who speak english as a second language often know the language better than the native speakers? In my experience, yes. In the United States anyway. I think that may non-native speakers of English are inclined to take care with elements of the language that native speakers seem to care about less and less.

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What would you rather be a ape or a dolphin? Well, since humans already are apes I've seen enough of ape behavior to know that I'd like to be a dolphin! :)

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Is anyone surprised the pirates are from a country that has no goverment and the people have no life, no hope - thus no fear, no morals? Given the state of the country and the desperate measures to which people will go to survive, no I'm not surprised. However, piracy on the sea is as old as civilization and the famous European pirates had rather different agendae I think. ;)

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I keep smelling something stinky and cannot find where it's coming from. Do you know where this awful smell is coming from? Do you smell this in only one place? If it's constant and not limited to locale it might be a sinus infection or an abcessed tooth.

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How can I reformat my laptop if my disk drive is broken Well, the laptop isn't what you reformat. The hard disk drive is what you reformat. So if the drive is broken then you need to replace it. Or are you not referring to the hard drive?

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Whats your favorite thing about the middle ages? The music! Seriously.

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If you had to kill what you ate, would you be a vegetarian? Nope. But I'd eat a helluva a lot of fish.

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Do you feel Wiccan spells are Magic ? is a spell magic ? or is it simular to a Catholic praying ? What is your oppinion? I don't feel that Wiccan spells are magick. I *know* they are magick (I prefer the -ick spelling to distinguish that sort of thing from sleight-of-hand type stuff). No, it's not quite like Catholic (or any other) praying. Magick spells may have a prayer component, but not necessarily.

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So does EVOLUTION teach RACISM? No. Humans teach racism. It's become fashionable for anti-evolution types and creationists to portray Darwin as a racist in order to denigrate his theory of evolution. But Darwin was a fervent abolitionist, and various of his writings give the lie to this claim. Darwin's theory points to the common origin of all humankind, and Darwin himself was opposed to the idea that any race...

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If the God is real, your fate would be.... Which God?

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What do angels look like? Oh, I can imagine angels alright. ;) My imaginings though are in line with the original conceptions and descriptions of them, not our modern beautiful-blonde-white-people-with-wings stuff. Take a look at the original descriptions of Seraphim and Cherubim, for example. Remember that scene in the Bible where they appear to the men in the fields with their sheep? There's a reason those...

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Why do people believe in God? I think its cause people are afraid of thinking their alone in life, and believing in God will make them feel safe. I'm sure that fear is a motivating factor for many people. But not all. It's definitely not for me. My belief in what many call "God" is based on a sense of joy and gratitude and wonder at life and the universe. I realized at a fairly early age that although I believe in this entity, it wouldn't matter one whit if I were to learn for certain that it did not exist. It...

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Is it appropriate that we become religious because we're scared of hell? Fear is the worst reason to practice a faith, in my opinion.

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Who is a person of faith you have respect for? The Dalai Lama and Mother Teresa.

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How many of you are wrong sometimes but will never admit to it? If I am sure I was wrong about something, I will go out of my way to admit it. But if I'm sure I'm right, I will not go down without a fight. ;)

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One true faith.....which one is it and give a reason why you think so There is no one, true faith. Finite minds are incapable of compassing the infinite and ineffable. If anyone tells you that he or she has the one true faith and you should follow it to the exclusion of all else (including reason), run the other way. . .very, very fast.

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Is it true that some Muslims deny that the Holocaust happened? Or is it just another internet rumor? Just curious. I have heard that more from white people who claim to be Christians than I have from Muslims. Hmm. . .in fact, the only Muslim quarter I've heard that rhetoric from has been the Iranian government. And I think that's more an Iran vs Israel thing than it is a Muslim thing.

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Archbishop Rembert Weakland: 'I am Gay' - Is he making the Catholic Church look bad? The Roman Catholic church has known for hundreds of years that some priests are bound to have a homosexual orientation. Having an orientation and acting on it are two different things. Priests take a vow of celibacy. Whether an outsider agrees or disagrees with this vow is irrelevant. Once taken, the vow should be adhered to. If Weakland observed his vows, then how does it make the church...

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Does Obama or any politician have not only the right but the responsibility to change their stance on an issue with new information or does it indicate a lack of backbone? Yes, he/they have not only that right but in some cases a burden of responsibility to do so. That is how human learning works. If a person cannot or will not alter his or her perceptions or stances based on new data, it doesn't indicate "backbone." It indicates an individual who is too cowardly to admit that he or she is/was wrong. Even more disturbing, it indicates a lack of...

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Answer honestly: Do you really believe that there is a person/persons named GOD who keeps record of everything and give you reward if u do well or punish you if make sin? Honestly? Hell no.

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In American politics, who's crazier: the extreme right or the extreme left? Both are nutjobs of high order. But the right has the edge on sheer craziness. . .AND they're more dangerous in their nuttery.

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Do you find any particular religion overly-hypocritical? Some more than others. One in particular, although not the religion. It's the hypocritical followers.

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Where did the saying "sign your John Hancock" come from? From John Hancock's extravagant and flamboyant signature on the U.S. Declaration of Independence.

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Buddha believed that there is no external God .Then why do Budhhist pray Budhdha? They don't in the sense to which you are referring. Buddha is not worshipped. Nor is he prayed to in the sense that one is asking some omnipotent being to grant one's wishes or take care of one's life. Buddhist prayer is in many ways a form of meditation. It is to awaken and stimulate certain qualities in one's self, one's own buddha nature. Not to petition some...

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How much more beautiful the God will be, who has created this beautiful nature? I agree Ravindra! The beauty of nature is one of the reflections of God. :) I wish more people could see that.

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You're in the desert, walking along. You come across a turtle on its back. It can't get itself upright, but you're not helping it. Why not? Because I am also a tortoise. Besides, is this testing whether I'm a replicant, or a lesbian, Mr Deckard? ;)

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Do you think that when someone dies, they are always with you, walking around with you and stuff? No, even though I do believe in some sort of after life. The idea gets kinda creepy when you think about it enough. A high school friend of mine had this weird obsession in that he feared his dead grandparents watched him masturbate.

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Republicans want to name 2010 "Year of the bible" Is this a waste of the government's time? Or should we have 2011 as "Year of the koran" and 2012 as "Year of the atheist?" Once again wasting our taxpayer dollar on ridiculous issues instead of concentrating on the real needs of our populace. They should be careful lest people be inclined to actually explore the Bible and reveal them for the fake Christian hypocrites they are.

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Why is Mary so revered in Catholicism when surely that attention should be for Jesus - the one who actually saved us? Mary is *revered* and *venerated* as the mother of Jesus. Jesus is *worshipped* as the son of Yahweh or Yahweh incarnate. What's yer beef? Aside from the arguments of the Catholic-bashers, I mean.

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I read in some books says that, there's only one God exists, but people are worshiping in different names. Is that true? Many people believe this to be true. I'm one of them. I think that all of the different names and concepts are imperfect human attempts to explain an unknowable reality that we call "God." As to whether or not it's true? Who knows? ;) I don't know why someone rated your question down. I gave you +5 though.

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I have 2 whorls one turning counter N the clockwise.if a person with a hair whorls spins counter then youre gay.having 2 whorls also means your a left hander.when iwas like 4 a doc told my mom i had a lump on my throat ,meaning ill grow gay if not cured Aside from the pseudo-science of hair whorls and throat lumps determining sexual orientation, you seem to have an unhealthy obsession with whether or not you'll "turn" gay. Are you actually gay and attempting to find reasons to explain it? You don't turn gay. You are or you are not. I'm not sure how old you are, but you'd also likely know it by now. Your...

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True or False: People believe what they want to believe? Generally. False. If you had started your question with the word "Some" or "Many" then it would be true. As it stands though, I'd have to disagree.

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By depicting Christ as a white man (European looking), did Christianity initiate, assist, or promote racism? By depicting? No. By insisting that he was/is as some do? Yes.

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What is there too little of in America? Intelligent reasoning and compassion.

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Will one of God's pastimes in Heaven be doing that old wild west thing where they shoot someone's feet to make them dance, only with lightning? Wicked person. ;) Thanks for the lolz. +

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Who came up with the idea of leprachauns in Ireland?It pisses me off because I'm from Ireland Who came up with the idea? Ummm, that would be the ancient Irish sparky. Along with pookas, banshees, merrows and a host of others. Don't even know your own heritage? A fine child of Erin you are. ;)

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If a person played an instrument other than a harp in this life, will they still play it in Heaven or will God convert them to the harp? And I don't mean "evil" instruments like guitar, but something biblical like a drum. Hmmm. . .do you know that the biblical instrument that we now call "harp" was called a "kinnor" by the ancient Hebrews? And that many scholars think that the kinnor and the Greek "kithara" were one and the same? And that kithara is whence we get our word "guitar?"

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Gay marriages are making me sick to my stomach! The fact this supposedly God believer government accept and legalize them because too weak too fight makes me even sicker! Shall we throw the bible away now and write a new one? What does the Bible have to do with marriage, which is a civil institution that your religion has co-opted as a "sacrament?"

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Do you always ask for aid and protection from the four watch towers when you do your workings? Yes. I invoke the Guardians of the Watchtowers in any working, be it practical or devotional.

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If you were in the office of a professional that you depend on like a doctor or lawyer would you think less of them if you noticed the staff using the free OpenOffice instead of Microsoft Office? Nope. Thrift is a virtue. Such a person is probably likely to not charge exorbitant rates either. ;)

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Do you think that wearing you pants halfway down is a disgusting trend? Disgusting? No more so than many "fashion" trends, some of which are considered quite acceptable. However, I do think it's silly and stupid looking, not to mention quite unattractive. Equally, if not more, silly though is the trend toward legislating against it. Government making dress codes?!? What a waste of taxpayer dollars! What's next? Deciding who does or...

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Now that same sex marriage is being legalized, shall we look at 3 ways marriage and same related family marriages (Meaning, Example: father-daughter(son?) or else)? isn't gay marriage acceptance opening many new avenues and doors? No. In my opinion the "slippery-slope" argument is a fallacious red herring. The idea that allowing citizens *equal* rights on parity with the rest of the population will lead to calls for legalization of outrageous combinations is ludicrous.

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Now that same sex marriage is being legalized, shall we look at 3 ways marriage and same related family marriages (Meaning, Example: father-daughter(son?) or else)? isn't gay marriage acceptance opening many new avenues and doors? No. In my opinion the "slippery-slope" argument is a fallacious red herring. The idea that allowing citizens *equal* rights on parity with the rest of the population will lead to calls for legalization of outrageous combinations is ludicrous.

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Do you like or dislike the name Ezra? If you like it, would you name your son that? And, would you feel OK admitting you disliked a name if it is Biblical? I don't dislike it as much as I do some, but I wouldn't want it nor would I name a son of mine that. I freely admit that I don't like most biblical names. It has nothing to do with the fact that they're biblical. It's a sound and language thing. I just don't like old Hebrew names for men usually. The female ones are usually more pleasing to my ear, although again...

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What type of BBQ Grill do you have? Gas, Charcoal, George Foreman, etc. All of the above, as each is suited to different purposes. I use the Foreman for quick grilling of vegetables, sandwiches and other smallish items. I use the gas grill for steaks, chops, burgers, fish, certain other vegetables. I use the charcoal (usually with wood added) when I want/need to do true BBQ which requires a low and slow temp and cooking time. I actually have 3 charcoal grills and a...

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Are atheists just miserable killjoys at heart? :) No, I think that most atheists prefer to leave the joy-killing to the religious types since they do it so frightfully well.

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When was the last time you started crying and telling everyone you saw that you loved them sooooo much? I don't think I've ever been quite that drunk.

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In a discussion I was told that God has to prepare the one's heart to be ready to accept him and that Bible doesn't make much sense without this preparation. Do you agree that God so chooses those to who he will reveal himself? No. As a theist, I do not accept the position that what humans call God belongs to any one religion. In fact, I believe that most often religion gets in the way of perceiving the godhead. It's bad enough that we come up with all of these inadequate perceptions to attempt to define something that is, by its very nature, ineffable; but then to add the codification and frippery of religion,...

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My sister died last night. Suicide we think. How should I feel? I just feel numb and can't seem to get a grip on the reality of the situation. She was only 49 and i just feel so sad. Can anyone identify with me? I am so, SO sorry to hear of this. I don't know you, but I sit here crying for you and her other loved ones who must deal with this and the search for answers that may never come. I have no answers for you, but just want you to know that my thoughts are with you. You have my most profound sympathies. Don't worry about how you "should" feel. Life doesn't prepare us for...

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Any value to staying young no matter how old we are or must we always "act our age", "stay in our place", and fade away in silence? Hmmm. . interesting question that I'm not sure I can answer for anyone but myself. But here goes. ;) I think that having a youthful outlook in one's advanced or advancing years adds quality to life and is mentally, emotionally and spiritually healthy. I also think that it has a salutary effect on physical well-being also. I don't mean that one should try to mimic youthful...

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How do you think Jesus would evaluate the overall activities of CHRISTIAN FUNDAMENTALISTS in North America? Jesus says: Apocalyptic FAIL!

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Is it true that Obama owns NBC (and all of it's other channels), and CNN. ABC, CBS and all get their "news" from the White House? Is that the reason only Fox News is calling Obama a Social Nationalist? Is this the same Fox News that served as the Bush II administration's own private Pravda for 8 years?

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Do you think the continued attacks on Miss California are mean spirited or justified? I think that the woman was entitled to state her opinion and the public was entitled to voice its reactions to that opinion, whether pro or con. That's one thing. But then she turned into a sour-grapes loser, claiming that the reason she lost the Miss USA contest was because of her statements when, clearly, she was not the better pick. To add insult to injury she then returns to...

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When was the last time you ate pop corn? I just had it last night, for dinner, popped on the stovetop and drenched with melted butter; with 2 delicious tangerines and a glass of red wine.

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If you could pick one historical title (such as Holy Roman Emperor, Shogun, Khan, etc), which would you be known as? Imperator Mundi

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Who is running the GOP now, Steele, Limbaugh, Rove? What do you think? Dems and Reps. please respond? Also, is the GOP dead as some pundits, are suggesting? It *appears* that Mr. Limbaugh is calling the shots to an extent. There have been a few instances of late where someone prominent in the party made a statement or stated a position, then backtracked after a pronouncement by that blowhard. Steele is a figurehead who does as he's told. Rove is up to his usual Machiavellian tricks, so who knows how much influence he actually has. I...

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Have you quit eating pork as a result of the swine flu outbreak? No, since you can't contract the flu from eating pork.

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The American Humanist website sports a Happy Human logo. I wonder, since one person's happiness often causes another's misery, whose happiness wins? If abandoning your family makes you happy, but leaves your family heartbroken, who is most important? Humanist philosophies are about the inherent worth and dignity of ALL humans. Not about simply doing what makes one happy. A true humanist wouldn't pursue his or her happiness to the detriment of others.

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Don't gays realize that God only looks at their lifestyle as a sin and will never regonize marriage between them? Aside from your ridiculous delusions regarding your "knowledge" of "God," do *you* realize that gays don't need for your god to recognize their marriages? They need local, state and federal government to recognize them since marriage *is* first and foremost a *civil* institution.

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What is your favorite fragrance? Bottled? ;) Currently Knize 10, by Knize. Natural? Frankincense and sandalwood.

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Isn't it somewhat "coincidental" that Hitler's slimeballs-scumbags were NAZIs, and that one of the two "categories" of Jews are known as the AshkeNAZI? Ashkenaz was a biblical, Hebrew patriarch. NAZI was a made up word constructed from elements of the the word "Nationalsozialistische." Incidentially, the Nazis never referred to themselves as Nazis, and the word was not used in public in Germany during Hitler's regime.

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Hot dogs--grilled or boiled (like a NYC hot dog)? Strictly beef hot dog or chicken/turkey? Boiled or grilled, tho' I prefer grilled. Definitely all beef! Look at the label on the ones that contain poultry. "mechanically separated" chicken and turkey just ain't right. :(

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Why is it that atheist can believe we evolved from a monkey,yet not believe there is a GOD?Please don't say cause we have proof,look at all the sculls found.Come on now. You tedious little troll, only ignorant false Christians believe that humankind evolved from monkeys. You have never heard anyone who understands evolution make that statement. You have been told this time and again. I am now convinced, beyond any shadow of a doubt, that you are a pathological little troll, hiding behind religious delusions (note that I did not say Christianity was a delusion....

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What is a WoW glider? A cheating-bot program that will get you banned from WoW if you are ever caught using it. And you *will* get caught. Zey haf vays! ;)

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Do people "choose" to be gay? (if so, when did you "choose" to like the opposite sex) I believe that being gay is not a choice for people whose sexual orientation is geared in that direction. Sexual orientation is not a choice. Homosexual behavior *can* be a choice. You know, like the guys who are not really gay but indulge in homosexual behavior? It's a common phenomenon. But those guys consider themselves heterosexual. A guy who is gay has no choice. I often wonder how...

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Is "The empathy to understand what it’s like to be poor or African-American or gay or disabled or old" better criteria than knowing The Constitution and having experience in the judicial field for a United States Supreme Court Justice? "Better criteria?" No. Valuable? Well, yes, possibly and probably.

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How often do you wear cologne/perfume? Every day. Even when I'm doing nothing but lounging around the house in my robe, with nowhere to go. ;)

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How often do you change cologne/perfume? I mean go out and find a brand new scent for you? Do you rely on others to pick it out for you or do you find it yourself? I'm embarassed to admit how many fragrances I own. We're talking somewhere between 35 and 50 or so at present. At any given time I have about 5 in rotation. As far as how often I go out and buy; well, I make a weekly trip to T.J. Maxx to see what's new (GREAT dealst here!). But I do most of my buying from online discount houses or from niche houses whose offerings aren't...

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I've heard someone say 'Christianity could have been possible with out Jesus, but not without Paul'. After doing some reading this seems to hold water, what do you think? Well, according to Thomas Jefferson, ". . .Rogueries, absurdities and untruths were perpetrated upon the teachings of Jesus by a large band of dupes and importers led by Paul, the first great corrupter of the teaching of Jesus."

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What is your definition of Faith? Believing something to be true without any unimpeachable evidence that it is, indeed, so.

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Why does so many reject Jesus? Do, sweetie. The correct word is "do" not "does." And the answer to your loaded question is that not everyone is a Christian, should be a Christian or needs to be a Christian. You label people as rejecting Jesus. That is an assumption. Just because someone is of a different faith (or of none) and sees no reason to change that status does not count as "rejection" in...

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Hindus cremate the dead. Although cremations take place throughout India, what city in the state of Uttar Pardesh is considered to most sacred city in which to be cremated? The city of Varanasi.

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Hindus don't eat beef, Muslims and Jews don't eat pork, Buddhist don't eat any meat, Is there anything Christians don't eat? Depends on the Christian and his or her sect/denomination. Seventh-Day Adventists, for example, tend to follow a lacto-ovo type vegetarian diet. It's not mandatory, but it is recommended. As I recall there are some Latter Day Saints who eschew hot liquids. And I think that there are current Christian sects that avoid caffeine, alcohol and tobacco as part of their doctrine.

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Why don't christians admit that they practice magick? Because not all of them do.

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What terrible, hideous beliefs does the Religious Left of America stand for? See LINK: There are a couple of things that I find rather ironic regarding the proposed hate crimes legislation. First of all, the religious right has been telling the lie (and people who are too ignorant, stupid or lazy to do their own research believe it) that this legislation is an assault on free speech rights of pastors and others to speak out against homosexuality. This is absolutely incorrect....

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Would you rather live next door to Rush Limbaugh or the Three Stooges? Rock and a hard place, my friend. . .rock and a hard place. Of course, the Stooges have a bit of an edge on the intelligence element so, if forced to choose, it'd be the Stooges.

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Does anyone remember which cartoon the character Va-Voom was on? He was the little guy with the BIG voice. This is really bothering me, someone please help.... I *think* it was Felix the Cat, but I'm not certain. edited to add: Yep. I just checked. 'Twas Felix

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What genre of music would you really enjoy listening to for an hour? Dark ambient

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Why do you cut a tree up after you have cut it down? Firewood

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In Suburbia- why do they cut down trees and name streets after them? example- Oak, Poplar, DAMN good question! Ironic, eh? Then they plant those little trees that will take years and years to get any appreciable growth on them that's of any benefit. +5

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What is the biggest threat to the America? Right-wing religious fanatics of all stripes.

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Some people love BBQ or ice cream or chili or crab legs or ____ and will go out of their way to get/find/enjoy it. What food(s) call to you .. seasonally or all year round? Bing and Rainer cherries when they're in season. :)

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When cooking, which salt do you mostly use: sea salt, kosher salt or iodized salt? Kosher salt for most cooking and at table. A few specialized sea salts for various purposes. Iodized salt for things like popcorn or for baking.

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I need to find out if it is ok to use two insulin at the same time 70/30 and byetta I am on 70/30 insulin and was put on byetta and was needing to now if I can use them both at the same time so maybe someone out there can help me out please help Insulin and Byetta are not typically used together although it's not unheard of. As long as your doctor has given you clear instructions on when to dose which you should be okay. But watch for lows! And your insulin dosage probably needs to be adjusted. If your doc has not covered this you need to get some clarity or, if he or she doesn't seem to know or care, get a new doc. Good...

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Hi, my question is very simpel. pls tell me what fruit and dry fruit is suitbale for diabities patient. Basically, *any* fruit is acceptable for a diabetic person to eat. It will depend on the individual, the degree of blood sugar control he or she has, the amount of fruit consumed, and the methods he or she uses to maintain blood glucose control. For example: I am a Type II diabetic. I control my blood sugar with diet, exercise and a medicine called Byetta. I can eat any fruit I want,...

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WOULD THE POLICE INVESTIGATE A PRIVATE CCTV CAMERA BEING SPRAYPAINTEAD? It seems to me that that falls under the legal definition of vandalism in practically any place you might go. So yes.

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Am I the only one who doesn't ever have salt in the house? I have several different kinds of salt on hand at all times. I think Americans (and probably most of the rest of the Western world) consume too much sodium. And I think the key to avoiding too much is moderation. I use salt when cooking, but I don't use many processed foods so my overall sodium consumption is probably fairly low. We don't use a salt shaker, but keep a saltcellar (with...

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What's the difference between pigs and swine? Language. The word "pig" comes from Anglo-Saxon "pecga." "Swine" comes to us from Middle English from Old English "swin." Interestingly, both come from ultimately from German, but pig comes from Low German and swine comes from Old High German.

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Why are most Christian holidays simply old pagan traditions with a few new shiny Jesus decals slapped on? Do all religions borrow from their predecessors? Yes, most religions have a tendency to borrow from their predecessors in some way or form, eventually. The degree and extent vary of course, as do the reasons for such borrowing. The term used for this "blending" is syncretism and it's a very well-known and documented phenomenon. Quite often even the deities (or at least their attributes) are borrowed from the older religion...

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Does the best coconut cream pie have whipped cream or meringue on top? I can only say that I am partial to meringue. Gotta love that toasted, eggy goodness. Whipped cream is a bit to insipid for my tastes. ;)

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MY CAT DRANK OUT OF MY CUP OF MILK and i threw it at a wall and kicked it -neighbor found out and called apl-can i sue her for defimation? No, you can not sue her for defamation since you admit to the actions. And I hope that one day someone does the same to you, re the kick-and-throw treatment. :) By the way, how's life under your bridge, troll? ;)

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Is it just me or is Janeane Garofalo a racist bigot? It's just you and the rest of the Obama haters. She is incorrect in assuming that all Republicans and conservatives are of this stripe, but she's basically telling the truth and laying it on the line about a great number of people. Now go on and downrate me for saying the same thing. There are people who have a number of gripes about Obama that are legitimate within the context of...

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Is it true that the city of pompeii was buried by volcanic hazards known as pyroclastic flows and pyroclastic Yes, that is the current view. Pompeii and Herculaneum were buried by a combination of ash fall and pyroclastic flows from the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius.

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Do you think Marilyn Manson is creepy? I think Marilyn Manson is a consummate showman whose entertainment persona is creepy and designed to be that way.

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Since we all eventually die, if you could pick the circumstances or setting for your death, what would you choose? I'd like to die at a ripe, old age, with all my affairs settled, and peacefully in my sleep, in my home, with no idea that it was coming.

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How do you feel about people that say God isn't real My feelings about people who say that are individual and not based on their theological beliefs (or lack thereof). If I had to answer though, I'd say I feel about them much the same way that I feel about people who don't like spinach. Different strokes for different folks. p.s. -- I tend to get along with them quite well, even though I believe in "God." Wish I could say...

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Have you received your state or federal tax refund yet? Is your state having delays too? Did you know that they must pay you interest after a certain amount of time? No. But I didn't mail mine until the 13th of April. Yes, I knew that they have to pay you interest. Did you know that you have to declare that interest as income on your next year's taxes? ;)

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Is it really necessary to stamp "KEEP FROZEN" on ice cream cartons? In an ideal world, no. In the world in which we live? Yes. The companies are, I suspect, just protecting themselves from lawsuits from those swimming in the shallower regions of the mental gene pool. It's for the same reason that companies now put "Contents are HOT!" on a hot cup of coffee. Remember the woman who sued McDonald's (and won) because she drove with a cup of...

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The doorbell rang, what is first thing that comes to mind? And what fresh HELL is this?!?

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Are there people of any other religious faith/tradition besides Christians who seek to convert others to their way of thinking/believing? Maybe 3 others that I can think of. But none of them with anywhere near the aggression of some Christians. At least not in the West.

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What is something that can be pounded? Sand

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Did you know the phrase you cannot judge a book by it's cover was invented by the devil?Jesus said you will know them by their fruit.If your life doesn't reflect Jesus then you are not a christian.Read 1 John. Matthew, you've gone off your meds again, haven't you?

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Despite possessing an member, are you capable of adjusting yourself into a womb I am very afraid right now.

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Jesus said in Luke 8:10,Unto you it is given the mysteries of the Kingdom of God:but to others in parables;that seeing they might not see,and hearing they might not understand.Can you unbelievers see that the bible doesn't make sense,cause your not saved? Oh, I understand the parables quite well, thank you. It is a shame that more people who call themselves Christian do not.

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This Angel Gabriel dude: is he the Satan everyone refers too? I'd doubt that. Gabriel is one of the archangels. His name means "strength of God" and he is, in the mythos of the Abrahamic religions, the messenger of Yahweh.

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Did you ever go to a drive in restaurant, wher the servers wore roller skates? Yes. A very long time ago. There was a drive-in restaurant in Hollywood, CA, called Tiny Naylor's, that had carhops on roller skates.

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Have you ever collected caterpillars? When I was a kid I used to collect them and feed them until they formed chrysalids or cocoons. I'd release the butterflies or moths when they finally emerged. lol! That was a very long time ago. Thanks for the memory. :)

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Are you wearing socks right now? If so what color? Yes. Black. :) Of course, that's all I ever wear. . .except when I wear white.

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To my fellow atheists: Do you like listening to or singing hymns? I'm not an atheist, but I'm also not a Christian. However, I like traditional Gospel music and Spirituals very much, and I have a deep love for Gregorian and Byzantine chant.

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If you're an atheist, do you care whether I believe in a god or not? I am not an atheist, but I am an American citizen. And as freedom of religious conscience and belief is enshrined in our Constitution and Bill of Rights, I say you are welcome and entitled to your beliefs, whatever they may be.

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If there really was a God- how do you really think he would judge Christian fundamentalists? I think there is something that most people who believe in such things call "God." But I don't think that the Abrahamic deity, or the Hindu deities, or the Pagan deities or any other conception of "God" is an accurately perception of the reality of whatever that something is. But I don't think that it judges. I think that even asking how "he" would...

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What is the greatest sociological problem you see in your society? The epidemic lack of compassion, coupled with concern only for one's self. In my opinion therein lies the root of all our societal ills.

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Last night after shutting down my computer completely, I noticed a light lit in the back of my tower where the Internet cord connection is. I have never seen this before in the 5 years I have had this computer. What is this and why did it happen? Do you have it connected to a cable or dsl modem? Do you have an "always-on" Internet connection of any sort? That would explain it. Mine is always on if my modem and router are. If it's not, then I have problems.

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If the theory of evolution were true, wouldn't we have much much much more than 6 billion people on this planet? I think so. Huh? What does evolution have to do with population? Your question does not make sense. Please explain what you're trying to say. As it stands, this makes no more sense than asking if the world is round, why do we have rain.

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My boyfriend tried to kiss me but im scared of kissing im afraid im a bad kisser so I just kind of turned my head and he gave me a kiss on the cheek it was awkward afterwards and he wont really look at me what do I do to make it right? First of all, and most importantly, you need to let him know WHY you reacted the way you did instead of leaving him to speculate and come up with some unpleasant scenario. Hell, he'll probably be delighted to "teach" you! Don't leave him thinking it's his fault or that he's inadequate in some way. :) Good luck.

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When I get a cut or a sore it takes forever to heal! I have had the same sore for over 7 months! Any ideas? My first thought is that you need to have your doctor check you for diabetes. Wounds that will not heal are sometimes a sign of uncontrolled high blood sugars. And that needs to be addressed pronto because you are then also at risk for infections that can lead to amputation.

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Do you know more than five people living with diabetes? Quite a few more than 5 actually, including my partner and myself. In addition to those I know personally (Type 1 and 2) there are tons of people in the diabetes forums online in which I participate.

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What's the best hangover recovery meal you can think of? A Mexican dish called menudo. Beef tripe and hominy stew. Sounds disgusting but is very, very tasty and a sovereign remedy for hangovers. Where I come from most places only serve it on Saturday and Sunday, to help the Fri and Sat night drinkers recover from their "sins." ;)

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How do you discriminate ignorance from open-mindedness? Ignorance is the absence of knowledge. Open-mindedness may have an element of ignorance, but will also have a willingness to learn, rather than remain in ignorance.

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Gak! The lady who owned this house before me had 8 cats. Is there any way to get the smell out of the floor? I already stripped the rug off and scrubbed the floor. I have used a product called Nature's Miracle on a few occasions that I needed it (cat locked in closet for several hours and urinated; another cat was having difficulty coming off of tranquilizer and was incontinent) with great success. Check out http://www.naturemakesitwork.com/home/index.php Another product that claims to be better, but with which I've had no experience can be...

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An Atheist is one who denies the existence of a deity or of divine beings (according to dictionary.com). Are most Buddhists also Atheists, then? As I understand it, Siddartha Gautama, the Buddha, considered the question of the existence of deity to be distracting, an issue that occupied the human mind in endless fear and speculation instead of letting it get on with the "real," practical work of enlightenment. Achieve awakening and those questions are either answered, or seen as unnecessary. It wasn't so much the...

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Do you view health care as a human right? For if you do, do you agree that, while preserving a significant private component, it is time to enact legislation that ensures that every American is covered? I believe that in an allegedly enlightened society, such as the one we in the U.S. enjoy, affordable health care should be the right of all citizens. I believe that it's time for a national dialogue on the issue that isn't just another chance for our politicians to preen and posture and, again, do nothing.

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What is an intresting fact about Charles Manson? His reason for the murders for which he was convicted was to incite a massive race war, which he referred to as "Helter Skelter." Afterwards, he believed that he and his followers would come out of hiding, unscathed, and I guess have it all to themselves. Oh, and the reason he had this alleged hatred of blacks was that he had a suspicion that his unknown father may have been a black...

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What do you get when you dissolve anchovies in vinegar? hmmm. . .not sure what you'd get by dissolving them in vinegar. In fact, I doubt they'd actually dissolve. But salted anchovies, marinated in vinegar are a very tasty treat that the Spanish call "boquerones" although I think there are other names throughout the Mediterranean region.

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I want to make a troll pie, does anyone have the recipe? First you have to look under bridges. . .

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Is it possible that someone who acts flamboyantly gay all the time isn't really gay? One of the most effeminate men I've ever known was considered gay by many. I wouldn't call him "flamboyant" but he was soft-spoken, effeminate and a fashion designer by trade. He was heterosexual. But so many people told him that he had to be gay that he once decided to try being gay, with rather disastrous consequences. Thank goodness he realized the truth and embraced...

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Do you think a step dad of two years has the right to order and punish he's 13 and 15 year old step daughters? Or should any punishment be handled by there Mother? Yes. It's not like there's some tenure a step-parent has to serve before having parental rights in his or her household. And if there was, I'd think that 2 years was enough. If he's serving as head of the household then he definitely has the right to lay down rules and punish infractions of those rules. If he is supporting the stepdaughters he has the right, within reason,...

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If a cow had the chance would it eat you and everyone you love? No. Cows are obligate herbivores.

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Why do people eat cow-tongues? ZFor the same reasons that people eat any other part of the cow. Because they're very tasty.

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I HAVE to lose weight for my sister's wedding in June or my dress will not fit. Literally. I tried it on today and it was almost too small. What can I do to lose weight before her wedding? What foods should I eat, What at home exercise can I do, Etc.? Eating a lower carb diet will take off weight pretty fast. If you do that, read up on it, don't go to extremes, make sure you're drinking plenty of water and do walking exercise if nothing else. Good luck with whatever you try.

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Who thinks their parents are annoying and unfair Most young people, especially those going through the hormone-flood of puberty and adolescence. To a lesser extent, adults whose parents do not realize that their offspring are no longer children. Cherish them. It may be hard to believe now, but you'll miss them one day.

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Why is it easier for people to offend christians and make fun of christianity than any other religion? like on tv their is way more insults and dissing God and christian than like budda its like its ok to offend christians but not the mormans or whatever If you're talking about comedians, and not just malicious run-of-the-mill jerks, I think the answer is twofold. First of all, jokes about Buddhism (for example) DO exist. But they have a very limited audience; people who know (or think they know) Buddhism. Like the one about the Buddhist monk who goes to New York and asks the hotdog vendor to "Make me one with everything." Jewish...

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What, in your opinion, is the best smelling cologne for either a man or woman? Fragrances will smell and develop differently on each person depending on his/her body chemistry. That said, my top 5 favorites for men are: Amouage Jubilation XXV Montale Black Aoud Diptyque Tam Dao Comme de Garcons Avignon Czech & Speake No. 88

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How Old Was Jesus When The Wise Men Came to Visit Him? 12 days old.

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What's beyond the stars? Truthfully? More stars. And in between them the cold, black void of space. Well, give or take the occasional comet, space debris, clouds of dust, etc.

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What did you have for breakfast this morning? Did you skip breakfast? Glucerna (shake-type drink for diabetics) 3 dried apricots a bunch of pumpkin seeds Exciting, huh? ;)

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Have you ever experienced a really harsh earthquake? Yep. 3 of them 1977 Sylmar, CA 6.6 1989 Loma Prieta, CA 6.9 1994 Northridge, CA 6.7

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Who is the worse actor: Keanu Reeves or Nicholas Cage? Much as a like him, I've gotta give that honor to Keanu.

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Does anyone here know or has met a famous person? If yes, who? Yes. Quite a few, now that I think about it. Several writers, quite a few actors (I worked for the Screen Actors Guild for 15 years) and a few politicians.

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Why isn't Moses's adopted mother's name is not mention in the bible? Interesting question. My answer is that I don't know, except perhaps she was not considered an important enough personage to warrant mention by name. More odd though, I think (and your question brought this up for me) is why the pharaoh of the Exodus story is never mentioned by name, particularly since OT writers were real big on naming names in most of the stories.

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Does anyone know if there are any Christian churches that believe OT law is still valid? I don't know of any by name, but any of the ones that are part of the Christian Reconstructionist movement most definitely do. They advocate a return to Old Testament and Mosaic Law, with a belief that government should submit to biblical morality as defined by Mosaic Law. It's a complex matter, but you can do searches on the term "Christian Reconstructionism" that should...

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So, do the Tea Bagging protesters know what Tea Bagging means? I mean, come on, has one reporter been able to cover a Tea Bagging event without snickering? I guess they don't. And have you heard about that religious anti gay marriage campaign, Two Million for Marriage, that is using 2M4M for the name of their initiative? ;)

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What do you think about Obama's half brother, Samson, being refused a visa to England due to committing a sexual attack on a young girl during a previous visit? Should an exception be made as he is the brother to the US president? Absolutely not. His relation to a world leader should in no way entitle him to special treatment. I don't know what their visa rules are, but I'm guessing that different rules apply than the standard "innocent until proven guilty" if one is not a citizen. I say that because although he was accused of a crime he was never charged or convicted. But in any case he should...

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First thing that comes to mind when I say made in China? DAnger! DAnger Will Robinson! (Yeah, I'm probably dating myself with that reference) Seriously though? I trust very little coming out of China these days. Especially exported foodstuffs. And now there's been toxins discovered in the drywall from there. Remember the children's toys? And the dog foods? No. They care so little about their own people, truth be known, that I have no...

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How old is your oldest living relative? My great aunt died this morning. She was 94 years of age.

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Republicans or Democrats: which one supports legalizing marijuana? (or isn't as much against it) Neither party supports the legalization of marijuana as a party stance. But there are members of both parties who are for, and members who are against.

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Do you enjoy "putting someone down" with a sharp remark or do you try to avoid doing so? What do you think about those who get their kicks from putdowns? No. I absolutely do not enjoy it although I have, on occasion, been guilty of it. I usually feel badly about it afterward. I've only done it when I feel attacked or provoked, so it's out of hurt or anger. Definitely not enjoyment. Actually, my sharp remarks are rarely meant to belittle or put someone down. And then only if they're being a rude, pompous ass (to me or someone else)...

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Is there a name for Christ's wounds? In the Roman and Byzantine traditions, the wounds are known collectively as Stigmata, which is Greek for "Wounds."

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If you are religious, are you offended by those who call themselves atheists? Nope. Why should I be offended? I live in the United States of America where we are all free to believe as we choose. I'm only offended by bigotry, religious or atheistic.

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To those who advocate Religion in public schools: Wouldn't it be easier on everyone, including yourself, if rather than tying up the School Board and the courts, if you just took a couple hours a week and taught your own kids about your own faith? I agree. It makes me wonder whether these types are concerned for the spiritual welfare of their own children, or simply interested in indoctrinating others. In fact, I wonder how many of these advocates actually even have children of school age. I hear a lot of people lament the "good old days" when religion had a place in public schools. They go on about how "God" has...

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Has anyone eaten corn smut? I sure have. It's quite tasty. I first had it in enchiladas at Rick Bayless's restaurant in Chicago. And I've combined it with butter-poached lobster when I made arepas for a dinner party. Have you tried it?

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Do you suppose that racism is a form of paranoia? There are many factors involved in feeling racist I's imagine. But I think paranoia is very often quite high on the list of issues.

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When you hear someone speaking with an accent or in another language when you are out doing your shopping, do you pause to marvel and enjoy it like I do? What a delightful question! :) Yes, I do that too. I often wonder how native English speakers' accents sound to those of other nationalities as well. Are there any that you find particularly pleasing to your ear?

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What is the #1 reason for why ppl want to quit smoking weed? Drug testing

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What's the oldest photo or portrait you have? Who is in it? I have a photo (tintype-date unknown, but prior to 1860) of my great-great-great-great grandfather on a horse. It was given by him to my ggg-grandmother, who was one of his five offspring by his slave mistress.

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How old is the oldest photo of you that you have? It was taken 1 day after my birth, and I will be 56 this month.

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Would you (Do you) buy "Fair Market" coffee so as to give poor coffee farmers in third world countries a chance at life? I roast my own beans. The place I get the green coffee from usually has a couple of certified Fair Trade lots. That's not all I buy, but I usually have at least one in my standard rotation of 4-5 varieties that I purchase from them and have on hand at any given time.

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What will you hide on easter morning? Salami

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Has any one had brain salad surgery ,as from the ELP album?(humor welcome) Umm. . .you know what that term means right? By the way, I LOVE that album. Still have my first-pressing copy! We're talkin' vinyl here. lol:)

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I'm making chili and using red beans. They have turned hard. Is that from over cooking? Yikes! Were the beans uncooked when you put them into the chili? Did you soak them (either overnight or using the 2-hour method)? My suspicion is that you may have salted them before they were ready to be salted. Salt can retard the tenderizing during cooking. If they were already soft and cooked when you added them to the chili, I'm not sure what the problem might be.

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What are the main differences in faith bewteen Christians and Catholics? Yes, it most assuredly is. The first and oldest of the recognized Christian churches, in fact. Anyone who says it is not is: 1. Ignorant, if he or she is not a Christian. 2. Bearing false witness, if he or she *is* a Christian. 3. Or flat out telling lies.

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Was it okay for Obama to bow down to the Saudi King? I viewed the bow as polite, not subservient or obsequious. The bow accompanied a handshake and was not the bow of a subordinate. Actually I was less repulsed by that than I was by Geo. Bush kissing him and then strolling around hand-in-hand with the guy. Of course, Bush's entire term was a bow to the Saudi regime. . .while grabbing his ankles, and with dropped trou.

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What is the best way for a man to apply cologne so that it is not too strong or too light? Depends on how strong the stuff is. Are you using a spray/atomizer bottle? Try a spritz to each outer forearm or the bend of each elbow, one or two spritzes to the chest, and maybe one to the back of the neck. This is a decent rule of thumb, but you would want to judge it by the perfume itself. Some are so strong that a single blast (maybe 2) to the chest is sufficient for many hours. Others...

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Name 5 things you eat for breakfast that are not widely considered NOT breakfast foods. Cheese Pumpkin seeds Popcorn Sardines Hummus

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Is it racist if you say you feel more comfortable working with black children than white children? that you'd rather work with black kids than white kids? It may or may not be racist, but it's certainly a statement of narrow-mindedness and ignorance. Pity

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Why hasn't bin-laden been found yet? that's what i, as do many would like to know You might want to pose that question tothe former Bush administration.

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Why does Biden pick on Dick Cheney all the time? I read it, I heard it, etc. Cheney doesn't do it to him. Isn't it called provocation, and generally starts most of the wars?? In this case Biden starts a psychological war with Cheney. And Cheney has never said one word about Biden? Payback's a bit of a bitch, innit? Maybe it's payback for Darth Cheney picking on the American people and assaulting the U.S. Constitution for 8 years. If he really wanted to pick on him he'd push to have him brought up on charges of war crimes and treasonous acts.

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Red state = Welfare states? . As a 2007 analysis of federal spending per tax dollar received by state shows, the reddest states generally reaped the most green. True. And the southern states, in particular, have been living on the federal dole for generations.

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I overheard someone say the history books are not accurate. What do you think? Reported history almost always has a margin of error, but that's an awfully broad generalization to make. To compare the well-researched and annotated history of Imperial China, that I'm currently reading, with the Holocaust revisionist text I read a couple of weeks ago would be a grave error.

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If you were going to be exiled to a desert island and could only take up THREE books with you what would they be and why? The Silmarillion, the Dhammapada, and a good wilderness survival text.

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Do you like Jicama? Love it. I've eaten it for over 40 years. It was a great joy tome when you finally didn't need to go to ethnic grocery stores to find it.

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Wiccans: Do you consider sex to be a form of ritual or worship? Definitely, depending on focus and intent. There's a reason for the fact that, among many of the Wicca, this is known as the "Great Rite." But even outside of a ritual context, the sex act can be made sacred through (as I said, above)proper focus and intention.

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Can you have non wiccans at your spring equinox ritual? When I worked with a coven, equinox and solstice festivals were actually the only ones to which a non-initiate might be invited. But never to one of the full Moon or cross-quarter rites.

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Many have seen a Drawing Down of the Moon, but have you ever seen a Drawing Down of the Sun performed in ritual? Seen and officiated. My old coven regularly performed a rite of Drawing Down the Sun for the great solar feasts at the equinoxes and solstices.

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Who do you think has more rights Gays or Christians? What about gay Christians? The implication that "gay" and "Christian" are mutually exclusive qualiities makes for a flawed question. Further, to what rights are you referring? Where on the globe are we talking about? The only way I can truthfully answer your question is to say that in the United States of America, heterosexual Christians have more "rights"...

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Where can i find a free antispyware, program, something i don't have to pay for? I use and recommend SpyBot S&D and the Commodo firewall, both of which are effective and free. Using Firefox as your browser, with the NoScript extension/addon installed is advisable as well in my opinion.

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Is cannibalism a political stance Anything can be declared as a political stance, but in and of itself, no it isn't.

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Is there a GOOD EFFECTIVE herbal laxative that you use and happy about? My favorite is called Swiss Kriss. It always works and is safe and gentle. It's a combination of herbs, flowers, etc., but it's main ingredient is senna which is an old, reliable herbal laxative. You can usually find it in health food stores.

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Help! I am constipated, how do I cure my condition...quickly!? 23 days?!? Is that possible without death or extreme illness? I would suggest seeing a doctor for the condition. But in the meantime, up your water intake. Pure water. Not sodas, coffee, tea, etc. Get an over-the-counter stool softener of some type as well. Once you have this under control, continue the water intake and make sure that you have sufficient fiber from adequate vegetable and fruit...

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In which God do you believe? All of them and none of them. Not being a smartass either. That is a true statement of my take on the subject.

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My friend dan has become alot like a budhist. We have always been against organized religion. but lately everytime we talk he tells me that everything is his creating and that i dont play any role in this. Are all Budhist like this? Your friend's statements don't reflect the tenets of *any* legitimate school or sect of Buddhism of which I am aware. Is he claiming to be Buddhist, or is this simply your assumption?

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Do you drink alcohol during the week or only during the week-end? I have wine, daily, with dinner. Two or three times a week I'll have a martini before dinner.

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Is "fragrance" a gender-neutral term for "perfume" and "cologne?" Actually perfume and cologne are already gender-neutral, but technical, terms in most of the world and among perfumers. American marketing practices have convinced people that the terms are gender-specific. Perfume, cologne, eau de toilette, etc. are terms that refer to the concentration of particular ingredients in a fragrance. They have nothing to do with whether or not the fragrance is...

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Did people during Biblical times smoke pot or take halucinogenics? Yes. Hallucinogens have been with humanity from the most ancient times. And, speaking of biblical times, there are those who speculate that John's "Revelation" was partially the result of his having ingested an hallucinogenic mushroom which grows on the island of Patmos, where he was imprisoned at the time.

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Is God under attack in the US? Yes. From Christians.

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Do you agree with the quote? " A nation begins to die when the common man fears to question his leaders as they lead him and his fellow countrymen down the road of obscurity and misery" Yes, I agree with the quote. We saw its truth during the Bush II administration. It goes hand-in-hand with the following quote from Theodore Roosevelt: “The President is merely the most important among a large number of public servants. He should be supported or opposed exactly to the degree which is warranted by his good conduct or bad conduct, his efficiency or inefficiency in...

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Do you believe that the Church of Scientology uses unethical and criminal tactics, such as black mail, physical/sexual/emotional abuse and duress, to recruit and retain their congregations? I don't know about this methodology in regard to their recruiting and retention practices. But they *definitely* do not hesitate to use these methods (as well as harassing legal maneuvers) against anyone they perceive as an "enemy" or, as they term them, "suppressive persons." They even use the term "Fair Game," coined by Hubbard himself, to refer to these...

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What to you think about the GOP's "off the hook" effort to remake their image in "urban-suburban hip-hop settings"? I'm embarrassed for them, honestly. Besides, don't they realize that their target audience can see right through them?

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Athiests: Much to your surprise, you meet a diety on your way to work. Who was it, and what did you talk about, if anything? I met the Flying Spaghetti Monster. And he was all like "Bow down before Me and suck my noodley appendage, beeatch!" Which was kinda like a bad thing for Him to say cuz I've been like low-carbing for 5 weeks now and was like jonesin' for some pasta, like BIG time. . .and, well. . .*BURP*

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Athiests: Much to your surprise, you meet a diety on your way to work. Who was it, and what did you talk about, if anything? oops! Posted twice by accident. Sorry.

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Why is it easier for people to believe in Satan , than God? I don't think that the premise on which your question is based is accurate. I can't say that I've ever met anyone who believed in Satan, but didn't believe in Yahweh. Unless by believe in you mean follow. But even that wouldn't be true. there's no way that the number of Satanists in the world outnumber the number of Jews, Christians and Muslims. If, on the other...

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Why is it that calling something "old school" seems to infer that it is something that is no longer of any use or no longer acceptable? I wasn't aware of that inference. When I hear the term used it's usually used in the sense that it's better, somehow. More reliable or efficient. That's just my perception of it though.

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New Stem Cell Therapy May Lead To Treatment For Deafness (see link). Isn't disregarding the sensitivity of overly religious people worth the possibility scientific research can provide us? :P Yes, Blackberry. The religious argument against stem cell research is without foundation and is an example of political correctness gone horribly awry. To pit a lump of undifferentiated cellular material against the life and well-being of a born human is an abomination. This bunch will want to legislate our sperm and ova next. A guy won't even be able to masturbate in peace. :p

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What are the three oldest religions still in practice today, starting with the oldest? Not counting the neo-Paganist revivals they would be: Hinduism Judaism (even though Judaism counts Abraham as its "father," it was not until the advent of Moses that it became an actual, codified practice). Zoroastrianism

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Are Fundamentalist Christians the Pharisees of these generations? Yes. Many of them are. Whited sepulchres filled with corruption.

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What's your favorite book genre to read? Sci-Fi and Fantasy

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I'm looking into buying a new laptop. What are the pros and cons of owning a Mac vs. a PC? Umm. . .there are laptop/notebooks that run the Mac OS.

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Atheist have you watched case for Christ,by Lee Stroble?He was once an atheist,but after research,he came to the conclustion,that Jesus is the God of the bible. You lot love to go on and on about how the atheists are so horrible to you poor, innocent folks and attack you for your beliefs. Yet, every time I turn around there someone is, like yourself, who just can't resist (for all your so-called Christian piety) goading them on. You deserve their scorn and contempt. You do this out of spite and ego, and Christ would be appalled.

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If a bottle of bourbon is 7 yrs old.. and the seal has not been broken- is it safe to drink. I bought a bottle for a special occaision, and want to make sure it is safe to drink... Considering that most good bourbon is aged in the barrel for at least that long, and the fact that once bottled bourbon is stable and does not age further, I think you're safe. ;) Well, actually, I *know* it's safe. Enjoy. :)

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Was Jesus Christ considered to be a mystic? I think he was definitely a mystic using the proper definition of the word (i.e., not a "magician," occultist, sorcerer, etc.). He was a mystic in the sense that he was enlightened regarding the world apart from the material. He had a heightened spiritual awareness that went beyond the conventional and doctrinal forms of the orthodoxy of his day. He taught direct experience, knowledge...

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Why has the Catholic church changed from using red wine to white wine? The Eastern Rite churches pretty much always use red, I think. In the Latin Rite churches the color doesn't matter. Section 3 of Canon 924 only mandates that: "The wine must be natural, made from grapes of the vine, and not corrupt." In other words, made from grapes only and not turned to vinegar or "off." Some people prefer red because of the association with the...

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How long will it take for the middle class of this country to take back what it built and defended from the fat cats and welfare nation that suck off the tit of the worker class? Sheesh. Why downrate this question? Must've been some AIG lovin' republican. :p +6

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What are you afraid of that is smaller than you? Filthy spiders and pathogenic microorganisms.

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How many J.R.R. Tolkien books have you read? Have you read any particular one(s) numerous times? [I've read "The Hobbit" & "The Trilogy" at least 7 times. "The Silmarriilon 4 times] I've read practically all of Tolkien's work. Regarding the "biggies" though: I've only read "The Hobbit" once. I've read "The Lord of the Rings" 4 or 5 times. I've read "The Silmarillion" at least 1-3 times a year since I first acquired it 32 years ago (I have a first edition that I bought the day it was released). That...

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Was there a day when the weather just went berserk? First it was sunny, then it became cloudy, windy, rain began to fall, then there was hail, then it stopped and the sun came out and the clouds cleared. Then it happened all over again. Was there ever? Sure. Happens all the time in the midwest. In fact, with the advent of Spring, we're just gearing up for the weather roller coaster here in Missouri. ;)

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I accidentally sat in gum and now it is stuck to my FAVOURITE pair of pants. Any ideas how to get it out? Thanks so much. I would suggest applying a cube of ice to the gum for a bit, until it becomes brittle. At that point you can usually just pluck most of it off. Anything that's left you can just scrape at, gently, until it is all removed. You may have to periodically re-apply the ice as the residue warms up and becomes more plastic. You want it to stay hard and brittle. This has always worked for me, and...

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Where can I find/order Tuscan Leather perfume by Tom Ford perfume in Grenoble, france? Lafayette said I couldn't order from them, and sephora didn't stock it. help? Have you tried this place: Premiere Avenue 6, Rue Millet 38000 Grenoble France http://www.premiereavenue.fr/ I didn't see it in their (very nice) listing of products, but perhaps they would order for you?

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Baptist church pastor (Chris Fox, New London, NC) gets caught impersonating atheists in making nasty comments on some blogs in order to try to give atheists a bad rap. Why do Christians need to do that sort of thing? This is despicable. I would point out that the vast majority of Christians would not do this nor feel the need to do this. Evangelicals of the fundamentalist type, though, seem to have become more and more corrupt in their attempts to force their views upon the rest of the world. Our American Taliban has become particularly adept at manipulating the gullible and the fearful, and inciting...

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An alcoholic drink made from apple Calvados

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If they opened a 10th circle in Hell, what kind of people would belong there? Religious nutjobs of all persuasions.

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On the first day of Spring, I always celebrate the day with an outdoor barbecue. My friend from Texas says it's not called barbecue, it's called grilling. What do you call it where you are from? The term barbecue gets misused a lot, but it's accepted in the language so we 'cue afficionados just have to deal with it. I cringe when I hear my friends talk about barbecueing some hamburgers and brats, when what they're actually doing is grilling. Grilling takes place over a direct heat source and is typically done fairly quickly with moderate to high heat. Barbecue is...

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Who will benefit from the Rapture? That's like asking who will benefit from Frodo destroying the One Ring. At least Tolkien knew he was writing fiction though.

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Lets see wasnt the good old U.S.A. founded on religions? No. Millions of innocent men, women and children, since the introduction of Christianity, have been burnt, tortured, fined and imprisoned; yet we have not advanced one inch towards uniformity. -Thomas Jefferson, Notes on Virginia, 1782 Question with boldness even the existence of a god; because if there be one he must approve of the homage of reason more than that of blindfolded fear....

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Know your Bible? The priest that was with Moses the whole time and threw down his rod tht turned into a snake...how do you spell his name? Aaron

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Do you believe in poetry, music and dance, in the name of God? I most certainly do! I am also a firm believer in the capacity of such Art to not only bring one closer to the godhead, but I also think that the inspiration for such Art ultimately flows from the infinite creativity of the godhead. For me, it is like an exquisite feedback loop. *sigh* And I'm not making sense, am I? ;) Nice question, btw.

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Has God ever talked or revealed Himself to you She reveals Herself to me daily in nature, science, the universe, art and inspiration. Hundreds of ways, every day, and I never tire of them.

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If you knew there was no God, would you live life differently? Okay, I believe in "God." But my morals, ethics, etc. would not change one bit if there was absolute proof that there was no deity. If being a good and decent person has to be predicated on belief in a deity then humanity is a hell of a lot more screwed up than we've ever imagined. If fear, rather than rationality and compassion, are the only things that keeps the allegedly...

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How long on average does cologne/perfume last until they lose the quality of the scent? Not sure if you mean on you or in the bottle. If you mean in the bottle, see here: http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/739685 If you mean on you, that can vary depending on the fragrance, how well its crafted, your body chemistry and other variables. Some fragrances are known for their longevity. . .others, not so much. ;) I have fragrances that seem to last for only an hour or two, some that...

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Diabetic testing times? What would be the best two times a day to test? Your doc should really be the one to advise you on this as it will be dependent on your individual control and medication issues. However, a good rule of thumb would be to always test your fasting bg in the morning (or whenever you wake from your sleep period. . .some people sleep days), 2 hours after a meal, and probably bedtime.

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What are some good sauces to serve with/on vegetable, beef, or chicken tempura? I always just use traditional tempura dipping sauce for my tempura. It's made from: 1 cup dashi soup stock (look for dashi-no-moto in the store. It's basically just dried bonito flakes). 1/4 cup mirin (rice wine vinegar). 1/4 cup soy sauce 1/2 tbsp sugar Combine and heat it up a bit and you're good to go.

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Which do you like better-root beer or cream soda? Cream soda for sure. :)

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What spices do you put in your rice pudding? Cinnamon, cardamom and rosewater. And I like to make it with basmati or jasmine rice.

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Do you beleive in Adam And Eve? [Or reincarnation, Evolving from Apes, ect?] I honastly dont....I mean, how can we all be different races and religion if Adam and Eve were one race and religion? 1. No. Adam and Eve are allegorical. 2. Reincarnation *might* be possible. I don't claim to *know* either way. 3. Only ignorant people claim that humans evolved from apes. Knowledgeable people claim that humans and the other apes have a common ancestor, and that essentially humans *are* apes. 4. Different races arose because of evolutionary forces. 5. Religions exist because humans...

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Atheist am i correct to assume that the issue is not whether or not the bible is true;rather,isnt it that you desire a reason to deny its truth?Here is a link that is proof of psalms,where it states Christ crusifixion,http://Septuagint.net OMG! I just realized that you're "Lovetheywife" in a new incarnation aren't you? What happened to all of your other sock-puppets? Your inability to write a coherent, English sentence gives you away, dear. Given this apparent lack of linguistic comprehension, I should trust what *you* have to say about the Bible? Your accusation regarding the motives of atheists is an...

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Einstein is a rather common European name, but because Albert Einstein was so brilliant, his name has become synonymous with genius. What other names in history have become so closely associated with a person's impact on the world? Well, there's the one everybody loves to hate — Hussein. What about Ghandi?

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What feels best on your skin after a nice hot bath? I nice slather of pure, unadulterated jojoba oil.

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Many Christians are yelling for the USA to teach creationism in schools. If they want this, how about evening things up and teaching evolution in church? After all, if we are going to combine church and state, we should do it across the board, yes? Brilliant! But we need ALL the religious creation myths. Not just the Christians. You know, that whole 1st Amendment thing about respecting a religion and all. Gotta include 'em all. And every other wacko that confuses mythos for reality. ;) +

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Is the catholic church a cult? Nope. But ignorant evangelicism certainly is in danger of becoming one.

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I've just been Served a Potato floating in a pint of Guinness! Is this really an Irish cocktail...? Oh, the humanity!

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During Lent, can you eat frog legs? Yes, frog legs are acceptable. And I definitely know that for a fact. ;)

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Do you remember the Irish Potato Famine? Good lord, girl! I'm not THAT old!!! ;) But yes, I know of it. A terrible period.

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Whats the longest period of time you have had the hiccups? A week. Last September I think it was. I had to go to the emergency room and have a thorazine drip to get rid of them. I was on the verge of going insane from it.

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Where can i get the fragrance 'russian crystal' by 'to the scene' in Australia? or how can i order it? I can't find a reference to either this fragrance or that maker. The site I use has probably the most extensive fragrance database online. Are you sure those names are correct?

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What kind of cologne or perfume you use? Montale's Black Aoud, Czech and Speake's No. 88, Comme des Garcons' Avignon, Guerlain's Vetiver, Boucheron's Jaipur.

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Would you ever join the mile high club? Just to say I did? Nah. Too uncomfortable.

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Why do you overeat, or eat food you know are high in fat? Fat is flavor. Fat tastes good and gives nice mouth-feel. Fat enhances the feeling of satiety. I eat fats in moderation, except for the fact that I LOVE fried foods. I won't touch most fat-free processed foods. You know what they have to do to get them to taste decent without the fat? Load them full of sugar. Infinitely worse in my opinion, being diabetic and all.

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Why don't women understand that men don't like to cook bacon naked? Hmmm. .. I cook bacon naked quite often. Sure, you need fast reflexes, but I do it all the same.

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With due respect........Do Jesus hug girls and women? According to one of the the so-called gnostic gospels (Philip) he kissed Mary Magdalene. There is no evidence, however, that this was in a romantic context.

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Whys is Buddha shown in almost totally human terms? Siddartha Gautama (who became the entity we know as *the* Buddha) was a human being who achieved enlightenment. He taught that anyone could do what he did. In other words, buddha-hood is possible for all sentient beings. It would be improper within the context of Buddhism to show him as superhuman or as a deity other than as a symbolic interpretation.

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What is your favorite quote of all time? "The more you know the less you understand." —Lao Tzu, in the Tao te Ching

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What do you think about Salma Hayek breast feeding babies in Africa? Is that beautiful or is that wrong? If she is sincere in this, and I have absolutely no reason to believe that she is not, I am deeply humbled by her compassion.

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Finish this sentence: "They're coming to take me away, ________." . ..hoho, heehee, haha, to the happy farm, where life is beautiful all the time and I'll be happy to see those nice young men in their clean white coats, and they're coming to take me awaaaayyyyy. . .

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If your with someone and your ex wants to have three some with you wat does that mean? With whom does your ex want to have this menage a trois besides you? Your current partner or someone else? If it's with you and the current partner it could be that the ex wants you still (sexually at least) and maybe realizes that there's no way you're going to actually cheat on the current partner. If it's with you and someone else, the ex evidently still has desires...

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What is something that would make you "go sick to the stomach"? Seeing women, children, the elderly or animals abused. It would actually make me sick of the stomach to see anyone abused, but I can't recall the last time I actually saw it happen to a healthy and fit man.

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What is the wildest place you have ever given/recieved a blowjob? Coming over the crest of the part of Highway 5 in California, known as the "Grapevine." (given) By a spring in an oasis in the Anza-Borrego desert. (received)

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I give my husband oral sex each time we have sex and he enjoys it however he dont return the favor? and when i ask him he says he just dnt agree with it. he has gone dwn twice since we have been togeather for 5 years. what should i do? What should you do? Next time he wants you to perform fellatio tell him that you "just don't agree with it" but that maybe a little quid pro quo might change your mind. Selfish bastard.

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Why do gays go to such great lengths to hide their sexuality buy having girlfriends None of the gay men that I know do this. And I know a LOT of gay men. If you know some who do, it may be because they are actually bisexual. OR, it's probably because they live in a society that is bigoted against homo- and bisexuality. They find it easier to live in the closet as opposed to living with the possibility of their physical safety, reputations and careers being threatened or...

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Was at the gym last night on the running machine and a girl comes over on the one beside me she was just slowly walking on the running machine for 30 mins.when i got off she kept looking my way.was she coming onto me n if so what should i have said to her She may have been interested. If I was interested back I would have simply introduced myself and taken it from there.

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Im fed up with woman complaining about guys rubing up on them on trains and i lived in london for over a year...and in an empty train with one or two people on it a pretty blonde hair girl comes over and puts her ass against me.is ths not the same? Technically it's the same, yes. But it doesn't invalidate the valid complaints of women who are harassed in this manner. How often do you hear of women doing this anyway? In some parts of the world (Japan, for instance) men harassing women in this fashion has become a *very* major problem.

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Have you ever told someone to go f**k themselves? Oh, so many times, so many times. ;) But then I'm old and have had lotsa opportunities.

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How many have you had Fruit this week .....? I eat fruit every day.

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What do you think of Jennifer Anistons nude cover photo? Do you think it is she is pretty but the pic is nasty? pic in answer Great photo of a gorgeous woman.

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Jehovah's witnesses come knocking on your door preaching to you and asking you for money, what do you do? The same way I treat other Christians who come to my door seeking to convert me. I politely tell them that I am not interested, that they can keep their literature, wish them a very nice day, and shut the door. They have invariably been polite and moved on. Unlike some of the evangelists who want to argue with me and tell me that my immortal soul is in danger of burning in Hell, etc., ad...

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If someone came up to me and said they spoke to God I would want some kind of evidence. So why should I believe what Joseph Smith said since there isn't any evidence that he ever spoke to God? I am dead serious. If there is evidence please let me know. Why have you singled out the LDS for this question? Wouldn't it have been more appropriate to ask a general question of this nature of the religious at large? Or do you just have a hard on for Mormons?

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How long is cologne good for? I have a bottle of Obsession that is at least 11 years old. Is there any reason why I should toss it? Depends. If the bottle has been kept away from sunlight and away from temperature extremes of heat and cold, it should be fine. If not, it has probably deteriorated a bit. Obsession is a very well crafted fragrance. If it's been kept in less than optimum, but not extreme, conditions it may have lost a bit of its top-notes, but should be okay. Why don't you try it and see what you...

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How did 4711 Eau de Cologne brand get its name? The PR story (which I've never been able to substantiate, and which many doubt) is that the original formula was given to this guy named Muehlen in 1792, as a wedding gift, by a Carthusian monk. During Napoleon's occupation of Cologne in the late 18th century, the story goes that he had his soldiers count the houses. The house where Muehlen lived (and the cologne was produced) had...

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Have you ever burned insense sticks at home? At this very moment I have a stick of sandalwood burning in my bedroom, one of amber burning downstairs, and one of jasmine burning in the computer room.

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Any avon representive that may be able to direct me concerning a colonge called cotillion. is it discontinued or have new name. can be reached a khackley@carolin.rr.com. need phone# for avon home office. Cotillon (note spelling) is a discontinued fragrance. I'm not an Avon rep. I am a fragrance geek though. ;)

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With each passing generation, is perfume being used more or less? I think more. The sheer number of perfume houses today, from the classic greats (many of which date back to the 18th century) to the burgeoning niche houses would seem to indicate this.

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Obama will let the Bush tax cut for the rich expire, which will bring the top rate back to 39.6% like under Clinton. Will this really drive the rich from the USA? See answer for rate chart.. The rich ain't goin' nowhere. They know what side their bread is buttered on.

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According to the CIA, the following is the order of religious preferences in the USA: Christian: 78.5%unaffiliated, (12.1%) none (4%) other or unspecified (2.5%), Jewish 1.7%, buddhist (0.7%), muslim (0.6%), why do so many say they are atheists that arent The CIA World Factbook data is from 2002. The article you referenced goes on to say: "More recent studies show that the overall percentage of Americans identifying themselves as Christians is sliding. Christianity in the United States has become more polarized with the numbers of evangelical Christians increased which, according to the studies, also contributed to the increasing...

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What book can you personally always re-read? Tolkien's "The Silmarillion." I read it through at least once a year. In between times I've been known to just pick it up to read a favorite passage. Nice question! + :)

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Why was it called a black and white-tv when it was all full of greys? Well, speaking as a graphic designer, grey is considered to be a "value" of black.

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What are some good books about slavery? "Roll Jordan Roll: The World the Slaves Made" by Eugene D. Genovese "Slave Culture" by Sterling Stuckey I highly recommend both.

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Why is it ok for girls to be gay but for guys its more complicated for them?????????i mean you see two girls and the guys are like oh thats hott but when you see two guys its like oh thats not right? It's called hypocrisy and ignorance.

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What happens to the left over communion waffers If all of the consecrated wafers aren't consumed at Mass, the leftovers are either eaten by the priest or placed in the Tabernacle for later use.

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What is your opinion on female circumcision? Should we respect other cultural values which practice it? Let's call this what it actually is. This is not female circumcision. This is female genital mutilation. It is a cruel, barbaric, oppressively misogynistic practice. And no, I do not feel bound to respect any practice, cultural or no, that disrespects basic human rights.

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Who loves popcorn as much as me? I do. Possibly more. :) Do you sometimes eat it for breakfast or dinner?

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Why are more people turning towards religion with the rise of the internet? Surely the over-whelming presence of athiests in forums and message boards would create a downfall in religious uptake? This is an interesting conclusion. Particularly in light of this article that I saw on a newsstand yesterday. I think your initial premise, i.e., that people are turning *towards* religion is perhaps mistaken. See the following. It is quite an interesting read: http://www.usatoday.com/news/religion/2009-03-09-american-religion-ARIS_N.htm

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What is the first thing you think of when I say "flu"? Pandemic

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WHO SIGNED THE CIVAL RIGHTS ACT? It was initiated by John Kennedy, but he was assassinated before its passage. Lyndon Johnson signed the final, passed bill.

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What type of coffee do you drink in the morning? I usually drink tea in the mornings during the week. Weekends I have coffee, and it's currently an Ethiopian, single-estate Harrar that I roast myself.

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What is your bad habit that you can't break? Smoking. Although I've not really tried.

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It makes me really sad to see the conflicts between the types. I think that Diabetes is a slow killing poison and instead of looking at the differences between both types we should help each other deal with this disorder. Newly Diagnosed Type2 Inherited I've seen this conflict you reference for many years. I've heard Type 1s say, for example, that Type 2s bring it on themselves. I've heard Type 2s whine that Type 1s get all of the research attention. And both sides are wrong. And both sides are ridiculous. Despite the differences between the two types, it boils down to an impaired carbohydrate metabolism and if uncontrolled the...

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Did you know that 53% of the world makes less than $2 a day,and we complain.Who else thinks we are a bunch of spoiled little wimps?If our economy bellies up we are doomed as a nation. If you're referring to Americans, yes we are a bit spoiled and arrogant. Not nearly grateful enough for what we *do* have, when most of the world has much, much less. We may be doomed as a nation if the economy truly bellies up. But that would be because we've forgotten, as a society, what it is to care for our fellow humans. At least that would be the root cause of a series of...

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Is there a list somewhere of all the religions that think I'm going to hell because I don't believe in them? This should be interesting...lol. I can think of only 2 that would send you to Hell for that specific reason. All the others, as far as I know, could really give a rat's about whether you believe in them or not.

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How would you describe your favorite perfume/cologne to one who has never smelled it? I'd have to say it's like a dark red, velvety rose with dew drops on its petals; laid in a bed of Arabian spices, in a sandalwood box.

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Do chicken and waffles go well together? Yes! Fried chicken and waffles is wonderful! Long live Roscoes!

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If you could time travel to only one Ancient World for the rest of your life (time machine has 1 more go left) which would you choose to live yours in? 18th Dynasty Egypt, during the Amarna period.

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Do you look at the Holocaust as "a necessary part of God's plan"? (I don't - I have heard this line used by a certain AB user) That is one of the most repugnant things I have ever heard. I know it's not nice to say, but I would like to show such a person God's plan in the palm of my hand as it smacks the sh*t out of him or her.

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Do you ever eat cereal for dinner? Quite frequently, in fact.

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Have you ever witness an accident? Yes. I once saw the end of a high-speed chase involving a woman driving a car, with her child inside, chasing her husband, who was on a motorcycle with another woman. There was a collision and the car went out of control and hit a tree. The husband ended up being driven under a chain-link fence such that it bisected his body at the chest. The wife and the other woman survived. The child was...

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