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I haven't read comics in years. Someone just leant me watchmen and it blew me away. Any modern comics hold a candle to the mature smart storylines of that graphic novel? Where should i start?
I will second Maus and Sandman, which have already been mentioned.
I'll also bring up Fables, if you ever loved the REAL fairy tales (not the Disney ones). Good, long-running story arcs.
In all honesty, check out a lot of the long-running series put out by Vertigo, which includes Fables, Sandman, Y: The Last Man, DMZ, and a host of other good ones.
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Is it time for America to have a new superhero?
If you mean, is it time for Americans to look up and find a new hero to love, rather than the same ones they've generally loved the last fifty years? Then I'd say Iron Man may be that new hero- not that he's a new character, but until the recent movie he wasn't really well known.
If you mean, is it time for a new superhero to be created in the comics- well, there are...
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Do any of you adults on AB still play video games? Do you even have time to?
I actually set aside about a half-hour to an hour a week to play and unwind a bit while my wife is still at work and I beat her home. The only way I have time to is to set it aside, and I do that to purposely do something not absolutely necessary- otherwise it's always work or cleaning or taking care of the kids.
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What does it mean if you have a very irritating itch in your vagina?
That you're not a man (I hope!)
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Do you prefer to see an opera performed in English or in its original language, even if you don't understand the lyrics?
I'd have to go with the original language; music is generally more powerful in the original medium it was intended for, and that includes language. That being said, if I don't know at least the general idea of what's being said, I won't be able to stand it for the entire length of the opera- I hope a translation's in the program!
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What is a 1982 Silver Edition Superman C
A six-part comic book series- does it have a title besides "Superman"?
Unless it has silver foil on the cover (which I doubt; foil covers were more in the mid-90's), it's probably worth not a whole lot. It's a bit early for the speculator boom, which means it might actually net you $10-$15 as opposed to nothing if it was just five years older, but most comics from...
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Would you ever refuse vaccinations for your children?
Depends the vaccination and the child- With my son, the only one that I would refuse are any that include mercury- which, at least in the US, are at this point rare.
I don't want my child to be responsible for being a carrier of some serious disease like Measles into a schoolroom setting. It's not just my child I'd be worried about, but all the others. As long as there...
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How long does it take before you can give up on chasing that illusive Love interest?
Depends on what else is out there to help me move on. One girl took me three years to get over. Another a couple of weeks. The difference? Experience. The first girl was my first love, and I was convinced I'd never have another. Nothing could distract me from my depression. The other was my THIRD love, and I knew that I'd get over it and be able to find someone else eventually.
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Can a girl live normal without having a b/f?
Absolutely! My wife never dated until college, so a teenage girl (assuming what you mean, since the questions was asked under "Teenagers") can certainly do so. It may seem like everyone hooks up with someone, but it's not true. Just enjoy being who you are, and if someone looks appealing to you, go after them. "Normal" does not mean "in a relationship."
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Do you think God could just be around the planet earth and not around the universe? That way it would be possible for many different Gods to coexist.
According to this theory, then, there would still be only one God in charge of humanity, so there would only be one God to worship for us, at least until we got out into the universe.
Good thought for a sci-fi story, though.
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Men: Would you date a women that is taller than you?
No. My wife would kill me.
If I WASN'T married- well, I have dated girls an inch or two taller than me and it hasn't bothered me. Basically, it would only bother me if it bothered the girl- as in, she'd say "I wish you were taller."
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Its raining in England whats it doing where u live then
In the Milwaukee area of the US it's bright and sunny, with a slight breeze. Just got back from a walk. Come on over to enjoy the weather! :)
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I heard that a new season of Buffy the Vampier Slayer was coming out in comic book form. I was just wondering if that was true and if any one knows when?
At this point, I believe fifteen or sixteen issues are out. Check out a local comic book shop or dark horse comics online to order; if you want the series to continue, make sure to support it by buying it! (Everything I've heard about the series is very positive; I'm not a Buffy fan, so I can't really weigh in on the issue.)
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Do you believe in that whole 'we will all meet someone , someday'?
If you mean we will all meet our own prince charming/ perfect woman (whatever you wish) someday, I would have to disagree- at least if you simply leave it there. To make any relationship work takes work, which that statement seems (at least to me) to oppose; if we're going to meet the perfect someone, then if we have any problems with the current relationship, it must not be that someone....
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Most emergency vehicles are only allowed to travel 10 mph over the posted speed limit on an emergency run. does this speed create a safety hazard, since most drivers travel at 80 and 90 mph on the interstate and pass the emergency vehicles?
I was unaware of this law! Is it state, local, or federal? I imagine it would be state, but could be wrong.
If someone is passing an emergency vehicle when the lights are going, they should probably be shot. OK, maybe not that serious, but what they are doing is both stupid and wrong, IMO.
The safest speed to be (again IMO) is the speed of traffic, whatever it is. Assuming vehicles pull...
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Morality aside, what book would you ban from schools so no one would have to suffer through reading them again?
The Grapes of Wrath- argh! The book was so boring! It could be cut in half, THEN it would be good!
It's so weird... Of Mice and Men is one of my favorite books, and it's from the same author!
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Would you watch a new Star Trek Series?
Probably; it depends what it's about and the level of writing and acting. Star Trek has become such a huge universe, it could encompass so many things... !
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How would you use the replicator, of a federation starship?
I'd concoct the perfect dinner for my wife without having to do more than talk.
And then she would kiss me for it.
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I'm 17 and he's 21. I'm a virgin but he's not. Is that important?
His lack of virginity is only important if he's using that as a way to get you to "open up" before you should. Or if he uses his past experiences as a kind of trophy. And in that case, dump him now, because if it's just a trophy-thing, he clearly doesn't care for you other than another person on his list.
If it's just part of his past, that's it, it's...
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I joined a few days ago because i really needed to know something. Do you lot just sit and think up stuff to ask?
When I first joined, yeah, I actually spent time just thinking of things to ask. Now, if I ask a question, I either think it's witty (and people generally correct my misconception!) or it's something I honestly want to know.
What time I spend on here, I spend answering questions. Like this one.
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How does water expire?If all water would expire, then wouldn't we be dead already?
Water in bottles expires because of bacteria or mold in the water itself, or the plastic bottle may begin breaking down and releasing toxins into the water (though this is more common in more corrosive liquids like Coke).
Water as a whole doesn't expire simply because of the cycle it goes through. When it evaporates and becomes rain again, it's generally cleansed, and before water...
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Can any one tell me why we say Mother marry as Virgin marry as we all know Jesus is the son oF mother marry?
um... I am confused by the wording of your question. What are you asking? Too many marry Mary merry in this question. Please clarify!
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If everything at a store was marked 100% off then would you grab as much as you can or grab just enough?
Depends the store.
Best Buy? Probably only one of each if I can get past the crowds!
Supermarket? Whatever I think I can use- I hate wasting food.
Clothing? Probably whatever I can grab. There are plenty of friends I can share with.
Actually, come to think of it, maybe I'd just grab whatever I could no matter the store, simply because I could share with friends!
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Why is it that when you say you're married, you often get asked 'Is this your FIRST marriage?' Why do so many people assume you will get divorced? What ever happened to the idea of getting married and being committed to the one person for life?
I've never been asked that- and my wife and I have been married for two and a half years now.
And the idea, unfortunately, is no longer prevalent... which is a shame. Marriage should be for life, but people have screwed it up.
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Whose better at respecting continuity: Marvel or DC (post-crisis)?
Wow... this is a hard question!
Personally, I'd go with DC,simply because if they are going to switch things up, they make a big deal about it, and admit it.
Marvel will say they've never had to have a Crisis, but then they either ignore certain comics (such as ones that stated Mr. Fantastic fought in WWII) or wipe the slate clean and ignore fan outcries, such as the recent...
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HOW MUCH IS MY 1979 SUPERMAN VS HAWKMAN COMIC WORTH? IT IS STILL IN TACK NO COUPONS CUT OR ONLY ONE SMALL TORN PLACE.
After a few quick searches at my normal comic sites, I can't find that particular issue anywhere. Is that the title on the cover? Can you find an issue number anywhere on it?
Given the year it came out, I suspect it might be worth anywhere from $2-$10, but I doubt more than that. Hawkman isn't that popular right now, and there are plenty of other Superman collectibles on the...
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How do you think God would judge a mentally handicapped person?
The same way he'd judge anyone else: not one what you have or haven't done, but on who you trust to get you to heaven: yourself or God alone.
I worked in group homes for a number of years, and I've known that many of the people I served in a variety of capacities, no matter the capabilities, knew how to trust. Whether or not they did is another matter, of course!
To say...
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Are there reprints of Superman comics from the 60's and 70's in book or digest form? Where can they be purchased?
Try "Showcase Presents: Superman", 500-page black-and-white reprints from the silver age for $17. I've got the first three volumes! If you can handle the black and white, it's definitely worth it.
You should be able to order them at any local comic shop. If there are none in the area, most bookstores should also be able to order, but if at all possible go to a hobby...
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Jimmy Olsen vs Rick Jones
Can we run both over with a truck?
Sorry. Never been a fan of either.
In a fight, though, I'd think it'd be Jimmy, just because of the range of past superpowers, as opposed to Jones, who himself is pretty limited- you've got his Hulk powers, and if he bangs the nega-bands together, he transports Captain Marvel to himself- but that's not Rick, so I'm not sure if...
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I've been looking for new manga to read or anime to watch.. I’m looking for something sci-fi or supernatural .. any suggestions? I've read and/or watch stuff like-- Naruto, Bleach, Vampire Knight, Rurouni Kenshin, Elfen Lied <3.. etc.. thx 4 ur help :D
Have you read Read or Die? The manga is good- though it's only three books. The OVA's were excellent, though I haven't seen the TV show.
I'm also partial to Oh My Goddess, but that's definitely more on the love-comedy side!
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Has either Marvel or DC ever shown full-frontal nudity?
Yes- in the 80's DC comics had several "mature reader" titles, including Green Arrow and Swamp Thing. Green Arrow eventually rebounded back into PG or PG-13 rating, while Swamp Thing became an anchor for the new Vertigo imprint of DC comics, which is aimed at "mature readers."
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What should I ask Daniel Radcliffe in an interview? ( a goo, unique one) Thanks!
Are there any other literary characters you would like to act in any setting (theatre, movie, television, etc.)?
What other actor would you like to be able to act with, in any medium?
What do you see as your greatest weakness in acting? Your greatest strength?
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What movies and television series do you watch with your Dad?
Oh, so many!
Star Trek
X Files
Forever Knight
Pretty much five or six movies every summer...
Wow. I have to make sure to remember to watch stuff with my kids!
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Do you like to roleplay? What do you like to roleplay?
If you mean in a sexual way- sorry, not into it.
If you mean RPG's like D&D, absolutely! I play D&D, Mage, and Serenity/ Firefly.
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Social structures within society may encourage citizens to commit crime. Reports show that much crime is economic, and much of that can be prevented by ensuring that everyone has enough to live on. My question is ; Does Economics determine ethics?
I'd say no- though economics may well influence "necessary crime" in places that do not have any form of welfare.
If economics determined ethics- as in, the poorer you were, the more you'd commit crime- then corporate heads would be the most ethical people in the planet.
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If you were a hotdog and starving in the bottom of a well, would you eat yourself?
If my name was Oscar, definitely not, as I'd be in love with myself.
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If poverty is the root of immoral behavior; should this behavior still be condemned?
I would say yes- the activity is still wrong (whatever immoral activity you're talking about- theft is the biggest one on your mind, I imagine).
However, when it comes to any punishment, I would urge leniency, as long as the crime wasn't violent, and some sort of help to get past the situation that caused the crime. Of course, that also means that the person needs to want to work...
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What is a hobby box?
In sports cards, most card companies provide two different mixes of cards: retail and hobby.
Retail boxes go to non-hobby shops, such as K-Mart, Walmart, Target, etc. These boxes will typically have a much, much lower chance of getting anything valuable or rare, such as autographs.
Hobby boxes are those that are sent to specialty card shops. They will have a higher percentage of...
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What is a relic sports card?
A Relic sports card is any card that has a "relic" on or in it; for instance, a piece of jersey, a piece of the ball (or puck), a signature...
Some series of cards might have specific ones labeled as "relic" which would be a subset. For that, you'll have to consult each individual series' index.
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Where can I find out how much my Pokemon cards are worth?
The stock answer that is nonetheless true: They are worth as much as someone is willing to pay for it.
While Pokemon is obviously still played, the money value of the cards has dropped much in the last decade or so. Most people could probably sell their entire collections for around $10. Do a quick search on eBay, and you won't find much selling for over that. (Yeah, people will have...
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Which comic book company is better, Marvel (Spiderman, X-Men, Daredevil, Electra) or DC (Superman, Batman, Justice League)?
If you're looking at quality and history-
Yes.
I personally love both companies at different points and for different things. Both have had amazing stories and great art, and both have had art that my nine-month old son can do better than, and probably write a better story, too.
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If you're looking to choose one over the other, I would personally go DC, simply because of the...
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I was recently on a website that was called god hates goths......i thought god loved all of us and forgave us our sins.......the website also claims god hates people with down syndrome,women and harry potter.....how can this be?
If the website puts it in so many words- yeah, either they're having a cruel joke mocking Christians who get over-zealous, or they're Christians of some sort that are really overspeaking.
God does hate sin. He longs to rescue us from sin, though, and sent his son, Jesus, to take the punishment those sins deserve.
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Does one need to wet towels before putting them in a washing machine.
If not do they absorb too much water and therefore not wash properly
I've never heard this before; I wash my towels just like the rest of my clothing. Never had any problems, either.
I'd imagine that if you wet your towels beforehand, they'll end up absorbing the same amount of water- it's just whether they absorb it before you put them in the washer of after!
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I have heard that they give out free Bibles in US Air Force basic training. What do US taxpayers think about that?
I think it's not that big a deal, as:
1) To my knowledge (I admit it may be wrong) religious institutions pay or donate the Bibles, not the government.
2) No one is forced to take them.
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Just curious: what are some strange experiences you have had with Ouija boards?
In a very dark period of my life I asked one if my ex had cheated on me. It said yes. I asked when, it said "Dec" (December). I asked with whom- and it started spelling out the other person's name who was on the board with me. I confronted him and her- separately- and found out it was true.
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I may have asked you this 10 odd days ago, but can Scrabble be played in foreign languages?
In any language that uses an alphabet that can be printed one letter at a time like English, yes! For instance, you could do it with Greek, but not Hebrew, since they print their vowels below their consonants, making it very hard to play Scrabble with it!
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Besides the Time Lords, who else could the Daleks either not defeat or totally lose to in war?
In the old series, I believe Omega might have had the power to take them on, as he actually used some Daleks in "The Five Doctors" if I recall correctly.
In the more modern series, though, no one has been revealed.
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Ok, so on my 18th birthday, my boyfriend picked me a dafidill, from someone elses yard, then a few days later he told me that I should spend $60 on a pair of iCandy headphones for his 17th birthday. Should I do it to be nice, or is he just being an ass?
What are your money situations, respectfully? As it stands, I'd say ass.
However, if you come from a family that's relatively well off, or even middle-class, and he has nothing- honestly, I'd at least understand where he's coming from! Also, did he do the daffodil to avoid buying you something, or because it was really sweet and he wanted to show his love? Or is this...
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Can you describe how you want your funeral to be?
A celebration of what God has done for me and every person, by sending Jesus to take the punishment I deserve and giving me what he deserved: Life.
I don't want the funeral to point to me at all; I wouldn't be disturbed if my name wasn't even mentioned. I want it to point to God's grace.
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What is more loving... telling someone the faults of something they are proud of so they can do better next time... or telling them that it is good when you know it could be better?
Yes. Why have the two extremes at all? One very good way to accomplish both: "Yes! I really liked X. I enjoyed this part, that part, and the other part. Why did you make the choice to do that part, though? It kinda confused me. If you fixed that, it would be even better!"
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As an adult, which children's tv show would you watch if no one was looking (and their were no children around)?
Gargoyles or Transformers: Beast Wars! Both actually had fun, longer storylines.
And I own the former on DVD and am not afraid to admit it!
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What turns you on in a girl? what turns you off?
On: An excitement about what she does, and a willingness to share that joy. A willingness to stand up for what she believes in, but also a willingness to talk about it.
Off: Looking only to please other people.
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Should one support a partner in an unprofitable venture? If yes/ no, why?
Depends- is it something that will remain unprofitable? Then it will likely be the more loving thing to help him or her realize that what they're doing may very well be detrimental to the family!
If you're looking at the short term- a business has existed for twenty years, and for the last two has been unprofitable- I'd say wait it out. Times turn around, and being short term...
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Should religion stop one from lending spiritual support?
Spiritual support of what would be my question.
Should your religion stop you from lending spiritual support of a pedophile continuing his pleasure? I hope so! It does mine!
On the other hand, if you mean supporting someone in right decisions and through difficult times with love- then the support should be there.
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Have you ever not liked your child?
Not loved? No, never.
Not liked? Very often at three in the morning as he screams, and I remind him he just ate not too long ago. But I still wouldn't trade him for the world.
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Do you think a paeophile should be castrated,before being released back into the community?
Some sort of chemical castration for a repeat offender- the second time caught doing it, for instance- I think would be fitting. I'm all in favor of punishments fitting the crimes. The problem is, that probably wouldn't stop any behavior, as at that point it is a psychological need and not simply a physical one. All the castration would do is please the victims, not prevent further...
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Is Ironman the most powerful non-powered hero in the Marvel Universe?
It depends what you mean by "powerful." Fully suited, yeah, probably, but just walking down the street Iron Fist or Shang-Chi could whack Tony Stark without a thought.
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Who are the most powerful supervillians in the marvel universe?
As has already been said, Galactus is probably the most single powerful entity, though Death is also big, as well as Thanos (who wanted to marry Death. Because she's hot, I guess!).
Scarlet Witch might be considered the most powerful villain, depending who you ask, as she can now alter reality with a thought.
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I have a reoccurring dream that the house is on fire... how do I overcome this?
Don't sleep. Having a small child in your house will greatly aid this endeavor.
For a serious answer, Wanbli Ohitika is on his magic carpet59 has a good answer.
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Would you consider it weird that I like dance music, but I don't dance? (be honest)
I don't consider it weird in the least; I enjoy listening to music with a good beat, and I move to it- but I wouldn't call what I do dancing, as it looks more like a hippo attempting to operate a jackhammer!
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You now have the ability to choose ONE superpower.
Shapeshifting.
So cool to be other people.
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How many times do you have to get up and pee at night before fully awake at the morning?
If I have to get up to take care of my son, when I get up to take care of him.
Otherwise, I don't.
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Do you wait on your spouse? Do you let her fix your plate. Do you refill his glass?
I usually prepare supper and wait on my wife, as she usually has to breastfeed while we are eating supper. I'm very happy to be able to serve her in that way!
On the contrary, when we have lunches together on the weekend, when I'm very busy with homework, my wife will usually serve me.
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Why would someone need a sitter for their child on a permanent basis when they are home? This boggles my mind.
One reason: The child has special needs that one person alone can't handle. I was one such "sitter" for a three-year-old to basically give the mom a few hours' reprieve every day.
Another reason: possibly the parent just has no clue how to be a parent, possibly because they never received a good example. The "sitter" could be there as much to train the parent as...
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Why don't other restaurants beside pizza and Chinese food offer home delivery?
Some do; a sub place by my house offers delivery that I take advantage of on occasion, as does a local Mexican place.
I have no clue why others don't; perhaps it's not as cost effective? I'd appreciate more choices as I looked at what to order in!
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Does anyone have any hints for taking a Much Ado about Nothing AS level exam on Monday?
Read the play. Read the Cliff's notes.
Know the main characters and the flow of the play.
Know the author. :)
Been too long since I've read or watched it, so I can't help much more. Sorry!
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How many surviving Kryptonians are there?
Depends what continuity you mean. Current comics? (which is VERY hard to say, given the current state of DC. Ask again in a year or two)
Smallville? (sorry, don't watch it, can't help)
Animated? (I think two, then: Superman, Supergirl)
Movie?
Sorry- there's so many versions of Superman out there, it's hard for me to answer!
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MARVEL FANS: I'd like to get my boyfriend the issue where Captain America dies...it has something to do with Civil War...I know he dies in issue #25, am I correct in thinking I should get him The Death of Captain America vol. 1 & 2 graphic novels?
You are absolutely correct! Civil War sets up that story; depending on how much you want to spend, you may want to pick up that collection as well- but just "Death of" would work fine!
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Were the Romance Pulp comics anything like the Archie comics? I have some post-cards and I had no idea they were comic book covers, I'm intrigued.
In some ways, its similar, though Archie scews more to comedy than romance- at least any Archie comic I remember reading.
Romance comics were generally just that- romance stories told in comic form. They were very bland in my view, but romance reading isn't usually my thing. I picked up a collection- "Marvel Romance"- and tried reading them, but didn't get too far in.
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What are your favorite crossover storyline from Marvel and DC?
Personally, I loves me Avengers/JLA. I received the huge collection for Christmas a number of years ago; Busiek and Perez did an amazing job with it. Total fan service; not the comic to give a newcomer, but I really enjoyed it. Just plain fun.
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Have you ever lit you fag backwards
I hope you mean this in a British way, not the way a typical person from the US would understand it!
I don't smoke, so I haven't, but I'm told by reliable sources (several friends) that it's not a good thing to do!
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Just take your eyes off the monitor ? What is the object that are seeing right now, mine is a globe ...!
Prof. W, lecturing.
Guess I should pay attention to him... :)
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When you got married, did the church require you to attend a class about marriage? If so, was it worthwhile?
Our church required it- and it was mostly worthwhile. It talked about how things change in marriage, as well as getting you to think about things that may have been avoided until that point. The fact that we took the class also lowered the price of the Marriage Certificate- the state we got married in gave a discount to any couple that wanted a Certificate that took a per-marital class,...
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Why isn’t spider thread used for making cloth?
I'd guess it has to do with the difficulty of harvesting said cloth and the sheer amount of it that would be needed- I've read somewhere that it would take enough spiderthread to circle the globe to make up a pound of thread. It would be so light.
Also, I imagine that if people knew where it came from, they might want to avoid buying it.
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If your child murdered someone would you turn them in or help conceal the truth?
I would hope I would have the strength to turn them in. It would be difficult, but it would likely be the right thing to do.
If there were extenuating circumstances (in self-defense, for example) I'd make sure that that fact was known- and I'd be very loud with it!
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Is Wicca a retarded religion
I would say it is wrong in many of its beliefs; to say it's retarded would be offensive and counter-productive to any discussion.
So, no, it's not retarded.
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Do you think it would be nice if people of the same gender could have babies together? I think that'd be nice for gay couples.
For the couple, I think they'd appreciate that.
For the child- I'm not so sure. There are certain things that are provided by a mother or a father that is unique- same reason that adults should not have friends of just one gender. There are gender differences, and that affects children as they grow.
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If you drink, do you have a favorite cocktail?
I'm personally not sure what constitutes a cocktail, so this may not count, but I love "bahama mama" as well as a "classic colins" that has vodka, sprite, orange juice (squeezed at the bar!), pineapple juice, and sugar cane sprinkled on top. Mmmmm!
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Do you consider soup to be a meal, a snack or an entree?
I hope it's legal to answer "yes."
Basically, depending the thickness of the soup (not just the broth, but how much is in it) it can be any of the above for me.
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Should the United States spend it's budget waging war? Or should it improve it's crippled social security system, fix the education funding crisis, and address countless other problems at home?
In a word: Yes.
It's not either-or. It's finding some sort of balance- which may very well mean cutting things on several fronts. Unfortunately.
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If you could go back in time, and say one thing to your past self, what would it be, and what time in your life would you go back to? Would your past self believe it, think they were crazy, or something else?
Knowing me- I wouldn't bother going back, simply because anything I'd say wouldn't change too much. I'm too stubborn- "Oh, my future self says this'll go wrong if I keep doing this. What does he know? Now I'll just try harder."
If anything, I guess I'd say that that girl you're with now? Yeah. She's nothing compared to the amazing woman...
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What is your most useless kitchen appliance?
Honestly? Our giant-size George Foreman grill- simply because the smaller one we have is plenty big for the two of us.
That'll change as my son gets older, of course. :)
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Was Robin ever female in any Batman comic?
Yes! In The Dark Knight Returns (ask in any comic shop, they'll be able to help) set in the future, a girl becomes the new Robin after Batman comes out of retirement.
Also, for a short period about three or four years back, Stephanie Brown became a replacement Robin, and apparently died after a short period of time.
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In general, do men create less drama than women? Why?
If you mean TV dramas, I'd say it's more 50/50. :)
Speaking of drama in real life- I think men tend to bury things more than women typically do; if something bothers us, we'll either deal with it or just not deal with it. This leads to less short-term drama.
On the other hand, burying something can lead to major issues down the road... and its own type of drama!
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How often do your parents visit you?
Not-true answer: Too often!
True answer: We get to see each other about five, six times a year, as they live ten hours away- just long enough to be a pain.
My in-laws, though, come once a month. If we could average out the two, I'd be much happier.
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What comic book adaption would you love to see on film that the brass in Hollywood haven't even thought of yet?
I'd love to see X-Men: God Loves Man Kills done the way the comic did it- not the way X-Men 2 pretended to do it.
Also, Batman: The Killing Joke would be amazingly creepy on screen.
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Men: what are some of the things that women do that frustrate you?
One thing my wife does, that I've seen in other women, though also so men, so it's not strictly gender-based:
Talk about nothing, because it's time to talk.
I'm very practical in communication; it's to get or give information. I get a call from a particular female friend on occasion where it seems like she's calling so I can entertain her; my wife will call...
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What was your favorite Spider-Man story line from the comic books?
This is a tough question for me!
I loved Kraven's Last Hunt, as well as the "newer" clone saga. Loved it when Ben Reilly took over the costume. Loved the Ezekiel storyline. Blarg. This one's tough!
For the moment, I'll go with the Ezekiel storyline- for putting something intriguingly new into the origin story, and for bringing back Mary Jane and showing why and...
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Who likes the comic strip "Zits."
Here! I love it! Pick me!
I don't get to read it anymore, because of time and lack of a newspaper, but it's great stuff!
A quote from Charles Schulz: "Zits is the stupidest name for a comic strip since Peanuts." (paraphrased, based on memory)
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If you could change one thing in the marvel comics universe, what would it be?
Honestly? I'd let the writers do their things and get the editors out of it!
If you're talking about "in continuity" I would love to allow the characters to age more quickly. Still not in real time, but I'd love to see Franklin of the Fantastic Four actually get to grow older!
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Does anyone remember bloom county if so what was your favorite story line?
I actually just picked up "The Last Basselope" children's book by Berkley Breathed!
I do remember fondly much of Bloom County, along with the strips that followed: Outland and Opus. (Yeah, I admit I could be missing some!)
Favorite storyline... jeez, that's hard, since it's been years since I read any of them. I remember the contraband hair tonic storyline. That...
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Can baking sheets be used as substitute for wax paper?
In cooking, normally, I'd imagine. In crafts- well, I tend to doubt it! What are you using the stuff for?
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At a high school in Texas, there is a "no cell phone policy" while in school. A student was suspended for answering his phone call from his dad who is serving in Iraq. Was it right for the school to suspend him?
If the teacher/ administration had not been alerted- yes! I totally stand behind the school. The student had good reason to answer the phone, but if no one knew that reason ahead of time, it really is his and/or his parents' fault.
On the other hand, if he tried telling the school ahead of time that this was possible, I would hope the school would be accommodating. Allow him a private...
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Is there one teacher you would love to thank for what they taught you? Who was that and what would you thank them for?
Dr. Spurgin, who had a love for both the students he was teaching, the students he taught, and the students he was teaching about.
He taught "teaching the exceptional student" class at my college, focusing on special needs. Awesome class, awesome man.
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What is the best reason as to why people still commit murder even if the offender knows that he/she can die for it?
Simple rage and the belief that what they are doing is right and good- for instance, rage when discovering your wife in bed with another man. It might take a day or two for that to reach boiling (because of the initial shock) and then it becomes not murder in the moment but murder pre-thought out.
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Why do i get boners when i see guys naked, or when i'm with my guy friends? is it because im gay..but im only 13 :S
Because at that age, everything is firing- it may be that you're sexually attracted to these guys, but it may simply be that seeing a naked guy makes you think of what can happen when someone is naked with another someone- basically unfocused sexual desire.
Don't be worried; it's normal to have things randomly harden at that age.
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According to the following quiz, which superhero are you? http://www.thesuperheroquiz.com/
Superman 85%
Green Lantern 85%
Spider-Man 85%
Robin 52%
Supergirl 40%
Hulk 40%
Wonder Woman 35%
The Flash 35%
Batman 35%
Iron Man 35%
Catwoman 30%
And I would have prefered Green Lantern... ah well, at least it's the same percent as Superman! That means I'm just as green as blue and red, right? :D
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So your out to eat with friends and your splitting the check. Do you break it up by what everyone got plus tip? or do you figure out the tip and split the total evenly?
We usually tell the waiter or waitress that we're all separate. Problem solved!
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Do you think that sometime in the future the world will find a better system to use for society that does not use currency?
I seriously doubt it; people work to get their food (or at least, that's the thought!). If they're not farmers, then they have to trade something with those who raise food of some kind- vegetable or animal. If not currency, then there would have to be some sort of barter system. I seriously doubt we'd ever be able to do away with money as we currently use it, though, except in...
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Sabbath or Saturday?
Is there a reason you posted this under United Nations- as in, is this a current event you're asking about? If so, could you post a link to an article?
Because otherwise- both would be fine. I worship on Sunday, usually, in honor of Jesus' resurrection, but it does not bother me in the least to have someone call Saturday the Sabbath.
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Why do people like NASCAR so much? It's just cars driving in a circle.
I personally am not interested, but if you boil anything down to its component parts, it sounds equally silly:
how easily amused must one be to sit and think about ink stains on a page? (reading)
how easily amused must one be to watch two groups of grown men play a playground game? (basketball)
how easily amused must one be to sit and answer questions that for the most part don't...
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So out of all the Spider-Man costumes which one do you like the best and why?
Ben Reilley costume- possibly seen more easily on Spider-girl.
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Who do you blame in a case like this? Do you blame the parents or the kids? http://tinyurl.com/2whn6f
To a point, the parents- even if there is developmental disability, there can be basic knowledge of right and wrong.
The kids are still the ones that did it. They bear the weight of the blame.
I'm surprised the teacher didn't catch on sooner- either she was very busy or doesn't pay good attention to the kids. Hard to tell without seeing her workload.
And just because...
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Do you consider fat people to be more stupid than skinny people?
Definitely not! There are different forms of intelligence- and intelligence has little to do with willpower, or the actions of one's youth which usually sets up eating habits for life!
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Do you think milk is better from California or Wisconsin or someplace else?
I think milk, after all the processes it has to go through to be legally sold, is about the same wherever you go!
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How tall was the worlds tallest horse?
Does the Trojan Horse count? :D
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What do you like toasted over an open flame?
Well, besides the obvious marshmallow, I love toasted buns to have my grilled burgers and brats on!
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Do you think our society puts to much attention to sex?
In a word: Yes.
Is sex important? Sure. Without it, we'd have some issues! But it is not the center of all meaning and all pleasure, which some would seem to want you to believe!
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Who wrote the account of the garden of edan in genesis if there was only adam and eve there. Is there some sort of narrator in edan who wrote about everything that happened
Moses wrote the account we have today in Genesis.
He learned it either by direct inspiration- God just told him, and that's how he learned it- or it had been told to him, passed down from Adam to his children, so Moses learned it there, and God used him to write that account in the exact wording he wanted.
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What would happen if a major war erupted in europe (again) and this time the US decided to simply "stay out of it"??? (short explanation in my answer)
IF the US stayed out of it- yeah, Europe would likely end up falling, depending who was attacking- civil war, outside invader, whatever. The problem is, is that then the US would have no one to stand with them when that enemy turned its gaze on us- and we would fall as well.
And we don't exactly treat others well, currently, either- US tourists can be just as bad as those that...
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Does anyone elseere like doctor who or torchwood?
You are not alone!
Well, at least with the good Doctor. Old and new, yes a fan is me!
Torchwood I have yet to see, though.
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I'm 33 & pregnant and the father doesnt want the baby. He has a 7yr old son he wishes he could see more often I thought he would be happy I was going to have a baby, he wasnt & prefers I abort. I have family & friends for support if I decide to keep it.
This is a very tough situation.
First, I highly urge you to not abort. This child is alive, even if he or she inconveniences you and causes you pain. Once the child is born, you do have the option of adoption if you still wish to be with the father and he still insists that he will not have anything to do with this child.
How would having this child limit his time with the seven year...
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What is the first purple coloured item you can see?
Currently a tie one of my fellow students is wearing.
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Nowadays for many people Internet is replacing regular books. What do you think will happen in the future and what is your opinion?
Reading will continue, though it may not be as "popular" as it has been. It might just move to the screen in the form of ebooks- which if they can ever put onto a pda-like interface, could be handy just for portability.
For me, though, I'll always need a hard-copy book- there's just something nice about turning pages. I think there will always be a market for books, too,...
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I need pictures of action (anything moving) for photography class. what everyday events (not sports) could be concidered action? (such as dripping water or a car driving by)
Find a local high school choir, and ask to take a picture of them from behind the director. You'll get him or her in action! Similarly, you could picture a piano player or any musical instrument player- though the most dynamic might be a percussionist.
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Why do we say Jesus was Sacrificed, when he had the death penalty. Saying Jesus was Sacrificed is pretty much saying he killed himself.
The book of Hebrews in the Old Testament says he was sacrificed for our sins. As has been stated in other answers, he knew what was happening. He laid down his life, as his says in John. He laid down his life, only to take it up again. He willingly took on the punishment we all deserve.
Yes, he also received the death penalty from the Roman Government, as prodded on by Jewish officials.
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What court decision required evolution to be taught in public schools?
I don't know of any court decision that required it be taught- but I do know that religion has been ruled out of public schools. Evolution is not a recognized religion, so it's legal to be taught. And since so many other sciences now hinge on evolution's precepts, it makes sense that it be taught.
Personally, I think that since it is such a pervading theory, it should be...
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Does anyone else feel as if our social evolution is more or less degrading to the nations well being? i.e. lack of physical punishment, consistent lack of family oriented tasks and functions, excessive use of the internet for social interaction. ect.?
Personally, I'm very skeptical of many of the things you stated being positive in the long run- as humans, we're hardwired to have personal interaction, including touch, and the internet as of yet can't do all that.
The breakdown of the family is another thing that honestly concerns me; I have a lot of respect for single moms and dads that can pull it off, but we were...
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A dear friend committed suicide and left most everything to me in a written will. I've been told that the will is not legal. Is there any way to grant my friend's wishes that she so meticulously wrote out?
Unless the will was legal, or written and signed in the presence of witnesses, there may not be much that can be done- simply because you can't prove that's actually a will.
If it was all done without witnesses, the best you could do is take it to court, along with witnesses that would back you up, that these would be your friend's wishes. Perhaps a judge would allow it.
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A Virginia judge was removed from the bench for deciding a case by flipping a coin. What do you think about this?
I'd have to know more before deciding what I thought of it; as it stands, I'd think they did a right thing- it appears the judge is making light of what he does, which is very serious.
On the other hand, if the case he was trying was infantile, and neither party was in the right at all, he may have been trying to send a message to the involved parties. If that was the case- well, I...
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How often do you spend time with your boyfriend/girlfriend, let's say in a week's span of time?
Before we got married, my wife and I spent on average around three, four hours together a day- note that's averaged over a week's time. Some days we'd barely see each other, but on weekends practically all day.
Much of that time was in the presence of others, though- with other friends. We spent maybe ten hours a week together, unless you count time that we were both honestly...
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Why isn't there a single architect in the Western Hemisphere with the IQ of a turnip? By which I mean they all design public buildings with equal numbers of toilets for men and women, even though most women need twice as long to use one.
I guess treating both genders as being perfectly equal in every facet of life isn't always a good thing!
(Before anyone flames me- this don't mean I "look down on" anyone- just recognize that there are gender differences!)
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Would you date this person:
"Just so you know, i don't like gay people. I love guns... and Idon't believe in welfare. Oh and I'm in the military."?
I don't like her phrasings- if she (since I only would date she's!) said that outright, early on in a first date, it probably wouldn't go much further. The opinions in themselves wouldn't bother me overly much- again, depending on how they appeared.
I do believe homosexuality is a sin- but that I don't like gay people? I am friends with two different gay people. Do...
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Is it okay to be a virgin at 16?
It is perfectly ok- and I would encourage it. Even beside religious concerns (which trump in my mind, but I'll step aside from that for the moment) to do anything so personal just because everyone else is doing it is a bad reason.
Despite what others may say, sex is very personal, and it does effect you!
It will seem like everyone is doing it- but is it so bad to be unique, even if...
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Which state has the most beautiful scenery>
I'd vote for Colorado, through the rockies- absolutely stunning.
Areas around the Mississippi river are also great.
I would NOT vote for my home state of North Dakota- the eastern half of the state is so flat!
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How has your religion shaped the person that you are now?
That is a huge question!
Because my faith and religion are intertwined to such a degree it's hard to say which is the start sometimes, I'll answer in the more generic "faith" rather than religion. That OK?
It gives me hope, and causes me to smile much more than I would otherwise- having been otherwise before!
It shaped me in a huge way, as I'm training to be...
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Is carrying out the garbage an unpopular household chore? Why?
Oddly, yes- we're on the ground floor, and weather is finally fine. Yet my wife never seems to take out the garbage, and I loath doing it. Probably because by the time we think to do it the garbage is overflowing, and it's a major undertaking to take it out!
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Who do you think was the best Dr. Who - I loved some of the old ones like John Pertwee but have to admit i have liked the 2 new ones - What about you?
A lot of Tom Baker love here! Personally, I'm with either Pertwee or McCoy- McCoy mostly because I remember him most growing up, but I love the "Bond" stylings of Pertwee. Both Tenant and Eccleston were excellent, though, and every episode I see raises Tenant in my estimation!
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Who else is busy getting really excited about the new Doctor Who series? What do you think will be the best bit?
I'm very excited- but considering I'm only halfway through viewing series two, I'm a bit behind times. Thrilled that it's still going, though!
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Who would you rather be batman or robin? Why?
Robin- he has a life outside the grim and gritty life. He gets to not be as responsible, but still plays with all those marvelous contraptions. Plus, on a more shallow note, in the comics, Tim Drake (the current Robin) has good-looking gf's, even if they wind up dead sometimes...
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How often do you dress up?
Nearly every day- I attend a Seminary, training for the ministry, and am in a suit or at least shirt and tie pretty much every week day until noon, when we leave the seminary to go to our jobs- and then, t shirt and jeans for me!
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After a painful break up did you just wake up one day thinking "it doesnt hurt so much anymore, I can move on and let go from now" How long did it take you?
I thought that several times after my first big break up- and was fine for a day, then slipped back into depression. The first time was maybe a month after the break-up, and as time went on the pain faded and I was slowly able to piece my life back together. It wasn't a single revelatory moment, but a process- at least for me.
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Is it ok to wear a suit instead of an actual tuxedo as the groom in your wedding , and have your groomsmen in suits as well?
I wore a suit to my wedding, and the groomsmen did as well- I figured if we're going to pay that much to rent a tux, might as well pay about the same to get something to keep, which all my groomsmen needed anyway, with their professions- or, something they would use, rather.
I know another man who had his groomsmen wear black slacks, shoes, socks, and t-shirts, and he wore the same...
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What is the most accurate Bible translation
It depends what you mean by accurate; if you mean literal word-by-word, New American Standard Bible is pretty good. I prefer the New International Version, simply because it makes more sense- basically, it translates the gibberish that you get translating hyperliterally into plain english.
King James was good for its time, but the English language has moved on. Unless you can understand...
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In my office, I see two of my seniors getting in arguement (or pretending to get in arguement). I am not sure, if I should take side here as it could take a political angle. What shall I do in this situation?? Thanks.
If you're a teacher, then it's your job to stop the argument if there's a threat of it getting physical. Tell them to walk away from each other.
Otherwise, if it's strictly vocal and they're remaining civil- it's important for people to be able to talk about these things. Unless they are actively supposed to be involved in something else, let it go!
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Did you read, The Sandman? If so did you like it?
I greatly loved the series- and it introduced me to Vertigo as a company. I recommend it to most people who don't know that comics go beyond superheroes. I own a copy of every volume written by Gaiman, but need to pick up the volume of side-stories written by Willingham- "Taller Tales."
So, yes, I loved it!
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On your top video/DVD shelf, what is the fifth movie from the left?
Batman: The Animated Series: Volume One
But that will change shortly- I need to re-alphabetize. After that, I think it'll be Babylon Five, Season one.
Maybe.
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If computers become faster then our brains then would they be able to do things we cant such as figure out things on their own? Would they be able to program their self and learn?
I'd argue that in some ways they are faster; they can certainly do math much faster than most humans! As far as programming itself- I'd say only if we gave them that ability, as in programmed it to program itself. And to a point, some computers do learn- because they have been programmed to do so.
As far as the computer going beyond what it was orignally programmed to do- I...
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If this is my first time to go on pills to avoid getting pregnant, how long will it take the pills to be active? my doctor told me a week, if this is my last period (cycle) before intercourse!
When my wife was on, it took one full cycle. I'd trust the doc, though- he knows best!
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What would you be more inclined to wear, white over the calf socks or ankle socks?
Oh, I much prefer ankle socks- more comfy. Longer socks keep on bunching at my ankles!
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Latest studies suggest sleeping with your mate may not be the best thing for a good night's rest. Would you consider sleeping alone?
Depends the mate! I'm not a snuggler in the least, and can't sleep if someone is touching me. However, my wife's the same way, so when it comes time for sleep, we retire to opposite ends of the same bed. So, I guess in a way, I'm already sleeping alone!
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What do you think when people (friends, family, etc..) stop by your house unnannounced without calling? Does it make you mad or do you not really mind it?
Depends the people, and how demanding of time they generally are. There are certain friends that unless I really have something important going on- as in, I have a project due the next day at work that MUST be done tonight- I'll drop everything to spend some time with them, especially if it really is just for a few minutes.
On the other hand, if it's family expecting to be stabled...
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Would a great book be as great if we knew nothing about the author? How important is the author of a book once that book has been finished?
Personally- and this is opinion here- great books are great regardless of the author. If the writing calls out to so many people over so many years, there must be something in how it is written and the characters and the plot that shines.
That being said, knowing about the author can deepen your understanding of a book and make it greater in your estimation.
Non-classic example: I...
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Generally speaking, what's the weather like in Minnesota?
Yes.
In winter, it is cold and snowy. We usually get... what? forty to sixty inches of snow a year, depending where in the state you are. That could be off- it's hard for me to guage snow measurements.
During the summer, it gets hot and humid. 95% humidity is all to normal, with temperatures in the 90's. I know that's not hot compared to other areas of the States, but when...
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Is it really necessary to tell your crush that you like him or her? What if you already know the two of you aren't right for each other? Am I wrong for going against what a lot of people seem to believe is right like this?
Heck, if it was necessary, I'd have wrecked a lot of good friendships by telling girls I had crushes on! No, it's not necessary- usually a crush, by definition, is a passing thing. Is it OK to act on it? Absolutely. Is it OK to let it pass? Absolutely!
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My sister is due in 2 weeks and cannot think of a single baby girls name. she wants something uncommon but not too strange. any ideas?
If my son had been born a girl, he would have been Lenore Altira. Lenore is the name of my grandmother, the bravest person I know- not in any way associates with Edgar Alan Poe's poem. Altira is Hebrew for "Do not fear."
Both are uncommon. I like the sound of both!
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Would you convict someone of murder if you were convinced that they believed that God had instructed them to kill?
They would certainly still be guilty of the murder, but if I thought they truly believed it and weren't using it merely as an excuse (and in my mind there is a difference) I would recommend some sort of treatment in addition to or instead of jail time.
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Are you a creative person?
Depends how you mean- Apparently I'm very creative with stories and the written or verbal word, but if you put a lump of clay before me and tell be to start sculpting, you'll probably get a differently shaped lump of clay back.
So, it all depends the material you expect me to be creative with!
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I was told by my doctor that I need some steroids because my body (age 17) isnt developing normally. What is the risk for taking these steroids? Are they safe? Whats up with em?
Short answer: depends the steroid.
Longer answer: Get the name of the prescription, search it online, and ask your doc. Most pills come with lists of possible side effects- at least in the US.
Without more specifics, I don't know if many would be able to help without being really overly general!
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Why do some hold on to their old,worn out ,shoes or sneakers for the longest time and refuse to part with them?
Personally, I hate shopping. The longer I can hang on to an old pair of shoes, the longer it is before I have to go and pick out and break in another pair.
And I feel oddly guilty about throwing an old pair out- is there some place to recycle shoes?
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Hubby calls at 4:30 to say he's on his way home. It's now 6:40 and I get a call saying he's been in an accident. It's not his fault (the accident), but he's OBVIOUSLY had a beer or two. Is it okay that I'm RIDICULOUSLY pissed?
Personally? If he can handle his booze- as in, he is clearly not drunk and within tolerable alcohol levels as far as the law is concerned- I wouldn't be concerned about the drinking and driving.
I WOULD be pissed that he said he was on his way home and stopped for at least a beer. If you're on your way home, you should be in the car, without any stops!
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1 Which SHOULD Christians celebrate more Christmas or Easter and why? 2 Which DO Christians celebrate more Christmas or Easter and why?
Note: This is my opinion, informed by my beliefs. Others may heartily disagree!
Christians SHOULD celebrate Easter more, because that is the seal of approval on Jesus' life, guaranteeing our own resurrections someday. It is God saying that he accepted Jesus' sacrifice, and that he approves. Without Easter, any other Christian holiday would be meaningless! (for Biblical backup,...
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Tell me every thing there is to know about puberty im 12 and stupid school puberty videos teach me nothing
I'll second Jess0603: There's a lot of stuff going on at puberty, and much has been written on it. The best thing to do would be talk to an adult you trust and respect- and if possible, maybe someone a little younger, in their twenties, so that they're closer to your age and remember it a bit better.
If there's something specific you want to know, feel free to comment on...
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Why do SOME theists need to convert atheists to their religion? Why do SOME atheists need to convince theists that God does not exist (yes, there are some)? Why do the individuals on BOTH sides who do this feel this need?
Because when one believes he has the truth, he wants to share it. Think of it: if I believed the earth was flat, wouldn't you want to correct me? It's the same here. Atheists think that theists are so stupid for believing it (those you are asking about) that they'll do anything to bring the truth. Same for theists.
Also, there is the implicit threat: it one side or the other...
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Why jesus is called god?
Haven't gotten a chance to dig into the verses yet, but I'll be getting there hopefully soon.
Nope, church fathers weren't inspired. They are useful, though, to see what the ancient church taught and believed. Did they get some things wrong? Well, there were many heresies running around then, just as there are now. But they are useful, especially to see how words were used and...
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Don't you think that Aquaman is overdue for his own movie? Would you watch it?
It's true- Aquaman could make an awesome movie. The problems, though, I think make it nearly impossible to sell:
Public image. Aquaman, if anyone is aware of him, is seen to be some guy whose power is to talk to fish. Anyone who's read the comic obviously knows more, but public perception is important for a movie to succeed.
And that public image leads to what movie execs think...
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Do you have to be alone sometimes to feel rejunivated in your mind like going for a walk alone or do you do better with someone with you or both?
Normally both; I need my social time, I need time with just my wife, and I definitely need time just to myself. The mix changes per my mood, and I find I need less social time as I get older, but all the above are necessary for me, at least for now.
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Do any of you think its wrong for an 11 year old girl to STILL sleep with her parents? she sleeps in the bed during the week and on the floor during the weekends. am i wrong in thinking she needs to grow up?
I would honestly be less worried about her growing up and more worried about the parents either not letting her grow up or doing something wrong with her in the bed- at least, in the abstract like this.
In some cultures, what you described is very normal; if the family is from a different culture, it might be nothing. On the other hand, you might want to ask just to make sure dad especially...
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What is the worst thing that can happen to u if you're caught cheating?
You find out the husband of the woman you're cheating with is actually a sadistic psychopath who tortures innocent bunnies for fun, and will now tie you up and do Saw-style tortures on you.
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Is your imagination running wild?
Not at the moment- studying for a History test.
Later? I shall uncage it and it shall be free! It's more like a trained beast: I can let it go at will, but if need be I can order it to sit and stay. For short periods of time. If I give it a treat later.
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If Jesus is a forgiving God then why did he not forgive Judas?Seems your religion has some holes in it.
Jesus died for the sins of the whole world, and that is very clear in Scripture. Judas was part of the whole world- same as you. Same as me.
The difference with Judas: though he had forgiveness, he didn't believe it. He died in despair, believing he could never be forgiven. He killed himself in despair because of that- and because he refused to accept the forgiveness, that gift sat...
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How much would my D.C card collection from 1992 be worth
The hackneyed but true answer: "As much as someone is willing to pay for it."
In truth? You probably won't get more than $5 for it unless you're lucky enough to find someone who's honestly been looking for it and is willing to shell out some cash.
The mid-80's to the mid-90's was a terrible time for collecting; there was no rarity in the collectibles...
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After 2,000 years why do people still cling to these myths surrounding the life of Joshua ben Joseph?
Which myths are you speaking of? I assume you're referring to the person commonly called "Jesus", which is another transliteration of the name "Joshua."
If you mean, specifically, the resurrection: It's because it is central to Christianity, and no one has ever been able to shove him back into the tomb.
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In biblical times, Jews were separated in groups specific to their beliefs (Pharisees, Sadducees, and Zealots). However, during the arrest, trial, and crucifixion of Jesus, something different is going on among these groups. I don't know what. Ideas?
They all did believe different things; they were all different sects that espoused some very different beliefs. Yet, nothing will bind men together like hate.
They all hated Jesus, because he had told them all that they were in the wrong. And so, to get rid of the thorn in their side, they banded together to kill him.
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Is the idea of karma compatible with christianity? Why or why not? Doesn't the bible teach karma in that any evil you do to someone will come back at you?
Some Christians do teach that, and in some senses, it is right.
But christianity also teaches the complete opposite. One day, while Jesus was walking on the side of the road, the disciples found a man who was born blind. They asked Jesus, "Who sinned- this man, or his mother?" Basically- who was being punished, since this man was born blind?
Jesus answered: "Neither. This...
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What tv show do you miss the most? it can be either something that stopped running, or something you miss watching new episodes of since the writer's strike...
Firefly! Bring bakck the crew of Serenity!
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Where did Jesus deliver his first sermon? On a plain or a mountain?
Probably neither, if you're refering to the Sermon on the Mount or the Sermon on the Plain. Those are recorded as example sermons; he probably spoke the same type of sermon many multiple times, since every place he went there would be different people listening to him.
His "First" sermon probably isn't recorded; at his first miracle, he already has disciples (John...2 I...
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Dear christians:What is your view on "anime & manga?" We will see how crazy or how uncrazy you really are by answering this question.Conservative christians only please.
I'm a conservative Christian, and I own a few animes and mangas- most notably "Oh My Goddess." Also enjoyed some chunks of Ranma 1/2.
It's just like normal television and reading material; it all depends what's being depicted as to whether or not it's wrong to watch. Hentai? Porn with a storyline is still porn, so that's wrong. An engaging storyline that...
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If communism means common man with common interest while capitaism means the rich getting richer and poor getting poorer, isn't communism actually better?
Imagine you're in school.
The teacher gives you two choices:
Either every single person will get the same grade. The teacher will simply average what everyone earned on tests and papers, and that is what the entire class will get.
OR the teacher will give 10% of people A's, 20% B's, 20% C's, 20% D's, and 30% F's.
Either way, it sucks for the class.
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Have you ever had one of those old fashion pickles from a wooden pickle barrel? Do you agree no other pickle can compare?
They are the best pickles- you can find something similar at Renaissance Faires. I long for them!
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Who are the majority of your photographs of? (Yourself, spouse, kids, etc.)
My wife makes sure that we always have a steady supply of pics of our son. Of the three of us, this pleases me he is the center of her pictorial quests.
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WOMEN: How disapointed will you be if your lover wants to spend the rest of his life with you, and brings you a cheap engagement ring? I know some of you will say..all that counts is the love. Dont lie!!
My wife picked out the engagement ring- which was a cheap one! Apparently it didn't matter to her!
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Did you know most of europe runs its electricity on nuclear energy? What kind of consequences will this have on the environment?
As long as the nuclear plants are maintained, not much- the cooling towers will be the worst thing. However, because of human error (and it happens!), there will likely be, eventually, at least one meltdown.
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What goes in your garage? The car or everything else?
Wait?! I have a garage?! Where did you put it?!
In all seriousness, when we had a garage, it was storage for things we didn't use- just one step away from the garbage dump in practice.
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Do you regret losing your virginity?
The fact that it's gone? No. My wife would be upset.
I do regret who I lost it to- that it wasn't her, but that's another story.
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Did you know that today (March 14) is international ask a question day? How are you planning on celebrating?
Why do you ask?
:)
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which is ur favourite colour?
A rich forest green- a placid color of growing things.
And Green Lantern. But that's beside the point.
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What do you wear to take out the trash?
Whatever clothes I was wearing that day- and whatever shoes I can get on my feet the fastest. And then I wash once I get back.
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I enjoy watching Power Rangers,yet I get alot of hell for it.Is there a tv series you watch that people tease you about? P.S. Do NOT give me this whole damn if your over a certain age you shouldn't be watching a said show crap.That's just an excuse.
As long as you don't go to bed in Power Rangers pajamas, I think you're fine- it's not necessarily bad to enjoy shows aimed at younger folks. I love "Marvel Adventures" comics, which are aimed at twelve-year-olds, yet I'm 25. I still love Ducktales and Darkwing Duck, too. As long as you enjoy "adult" things as well- so you're not stuck as a little...
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What can i watch? i'm already watching...
naruto
inuyasha
bleach
deathnote
saliormoon
DNangel
kamikaze kaitou jeanne
fruit basket
Ah! my goddess
fushigi Yuugi
cardcaptor
chobits
pokemon
digimon
dragon ball
elfen lied
love hinata
How in heck do you have time for all that? Seriously!
Personally, I'd go with Ranma 1/2 or Excel Saga.
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Apology #1: "I am sorry." Apology #2: "I apologize." Which apology is more believable to you and why?
I would say either is acceptable- once the person says what he apoligizes for. He could just be sorry that he got caught, rather than "I'm sorry I ate your hamburger," which is a specific apology.
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What do you think happens to a person's soul after they have already died by committing suicide?
It depends: why did they commit suicide? Were they mentally disturbed and not in control of their actions? Then I leave it in God's hands- he is the judge, not me.
God has said that those who die without hope, though, those who do not know Jesus and forgiveness through him, run to hell rather than accept the gift of heaven. If suicide is the ultimate embrace of hopelessness, then I do...
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Why don't Americans amend the const. to give way to Mr.Bush for a life presidency?
Because, even for those who liked what Bush is doing, it would be a frightening prospect: You don't know who the next president is. One president-for-life MIGHT be good (I'm not saying Bush would be, mind you!) but who knows what the next one would be?
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Could you give the mumber of the potential sex partners of yours?
um... what is "potential sex?" I guess I missed that part in health class...
If you mean the number of people I could have sex with RIGHT NOW that would be one- my wife!
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What non floating or flying thing do you think could be thrown the furthest?
A voice.
What? Ventriloquists do it all the time!
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How many people did you date before you found the right one for you?
Serious relationships before I found my wife: 3
Girlfriends beyond the serious relationships before I found my wife: 2
Casual dating: 8
Total: 13
And had a blast with all but the first!
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Would you cross the barriers of your sexual orientation if a famous rock star said he/she wanted to make out with you? Ex: You're a straight guy and David Bowie says he wants to make out with you... would you do it?
lol!
I wouldn't make out with him- but I would go out for a nice, quiet dinner!
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Is it possible to run away from your problems? Or no matter what they will always follow you everywhere.
Depends on the problem- if the problem is an apartment that should be condemned, moving should solve the problem for you! If the problems are focused on relationships, though, they will likely follow in one way or another- if nothing else, than in your own heart.
If the problem is a supervillain trying to get revenge on you for thwarting his scheme, he will most certainly try to follow.
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Do you think drinking your problems away is a bad thing all the time?
Having A drink to relax isn't a bad thing. Drinking your problems away doesn't do a thing, though. I would say it's a bad thing, and I can't imagine an exception unless the problem is a brewhaus about to close.
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I understand my Bible to say that, when a person tells someone they are "going to hell", they are judging, and by doing so, they CONDEMN THEMSELVES! This is God's business and no man's , and most certainly not a Christians....any agree?
It's true- we can't judge people. However, we can judge confessions- what people say they believe, and say whether or not those things are wrong. We're told to check out what people are teaching, so we know whether or not that person is from God.
We can look at and judge actions- note, not the people. We have standards- if you are thankful to God, you avoid certain things and...
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Do you get dress-up on Easter or is just another Sunday?
Considering I usually wear a suit to church every Sunday, dress-wise it's just like any other.
It's not JUST another Sunday for me, though!
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When is it ok to give my 3 month rice cereal?
Docs told us to wait anytime between four and six months- most kids toward the later end. We started at five months, and he's been doing great.
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Were you a bridezilla or groomzilla when planning your wedding?
Nope... that was my mother-in-law's job. Wouldn't believe how much she tried to take over that wedding!
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Is it better to have a six or four pronged setting on a round cut diamond engagement ring?
We have six- we were too paranoid the diamond would fall out with only four. Heck, we've been married two years and are still constantly checking to make sure the diamond didn't fall out!
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Parents: were your children planned or were they pleasant surprises?
We weren't planning on having a child, but were thrilled when we found out my wife was pregnant. A little bit earlier than we had hoped, but still an amazing blessing!
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Me and my boyfriend are getting married soon, and so I wanted to ask an important question. When do you guys think we should have our first baby? Personally I thought 26 was a good age, but one of my friends said 30. (My BF is 3 years older than me.)
There is no "perfect time" but I'd urge for a year or two after you get married. Have some time to get to know each other and grow with each other before tackling the challenge and blessing that is having children.
The one thing to be cautious about is waiting too long, which could cause health issues for you or the baby, and means you are an "older parent."
If...
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Are you satisfied with the quality and quantity of friends you currently have?
I am thrilled that I have the friends I do, and I love their company.
The problem is that after college we all moved so far away from each other. So, the number and quality is great. The location, not so much.
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I write poetry but hate reading it. Is there something you like to do but aren't interesting in it other than your own participation?
Similarly- I love writing, but if someone (unpublished) wants me to read their stuff, I usually have to force myself to start. Once I'm in, I can judge it on its own merits- if it's good, I'll enjoy it. But I have a hard time hearing others talk about their own writings. Stupid and selfish, I admit, but that's what it is.
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It is my husband birthday next week and he will be 28, what is it that all guys at this age would want for their birthday?
TV on DVD of his favorite show(s)!
Either that, or a night at a B&B with the two of you!
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If you were to write a book, would it be fiction or non-fiction? What would it be about?
Fiction, without a doubt, in a fantasy world of my own creation- that way I get to create the rules. Not less work- actually, it may end up being more work to create the world, the societies, the people, how everything works- but less research to make sure I get details right!
And I'm on the third draft of said book- and since I'm hoping to publish, or at least attempt, I...
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What were your wedding colors?
Rich blue for the dresses, with a forest green for the guys' ties. The bride in brightest white.
I thought it was beautiful. But I'm biased.
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Have you ever wondered why some people want to be alone but never seem to be lonely?
It's because we are all different and have a spectrum of different needs.
Some people have the need to be with people and are very social. Others are loners. We are all different!
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Does anyone collect sports cards anymore?
I used to work in a sports card shop- just last year. (quit because I moved)
I can say with confidence: Yes. People collect sports cards.
Unfortunately, many collect for the "money" and not for the joy of collecting. For that reason, people tend to buy just the expensive packs and few get the basic Topps or Upper Deck sets. So, the industry is changing, but it is still very much...
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If the gene for being religious were able to be isolated and removed, would you choose that for your yet to be conceived child?
Even IF it were possible that "religion" was just a gene and not written into our makeup overall,
Even IF it were possible to be removed without damaging any other gene,
Even IF I were against religion (which I'm not)
I don't want to go messing in the human genome! Why stop there- why start there? Genetic engineering to get rid of perceived problems? No...
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Which films do you wish had a sequel, and which films shouldnt they have bothered making a sequel to?
Serenity NEEDS a sequel- or just a continuation, not a strict sequel.
Shrek shouldn't have gone to Shrek 3- instead they should have done a movie focusing on Donkey and Puss in Boats.
If there was any way to do a good sequel to Princess Bride, Labyrinth, or Dark Crystal, they should- but I'm not sure it's possible to do good sequels to those movies.
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Is physical health related to spiritual health?
I'd say no- spiritual health is relatively unconnected except in certain instances.
On the other hand, emotional health and physical health can be very interrelated!
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Whose your most disliked looney tunes character?
I feel bad saying this while seeing your avatar, but I never understood Tweety. Give me Bugs or the Road Runner any day, but Tweety just annoyed me.
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I have this friend and my gf doesnt really like her all that much..but ive been friends with her since i was 3...what should i do?
Unless your friend is a bad influence on you- which may be the case, I don't know- and your gf sees that, I would highly suggest getting rid of the gf. I made the wrong choice years ago and alienated many of my friends. After my gf at the time broke up with me, I almost had to start from scratch socially because of that.
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Doctor Who: Who was your favorite Doctor?
It bounces for me- I really wish McGann had had a better chance. I've loved him in the Big Finish audios I've heard him in- really wish he could have done more on the screen!
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Doctor Who: Who was your favorite Doctor?
Oop- this has already been asked- didn't show up in my initial search! Sorries!
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I've heard many people say it is time for a black President or a female President. Do you think this is "as important" or "more important" or "not important" in relation to the candidate's platform?
Not important-
-to vote for someone just because of gender or race might even be worse than just voting down a party ticket without knowing anything about a person outside their party!
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Do you pray regularly or do you only pray when you want something?
I do pray regularly, but when I ask for something it is usually asking for help for someone else- whether it be a friend who just found out his wife cheated on him, or another friend that just got laid off, or another friend experiencing pregnancy problems...
God's already blessed be so much- I have no need to ask for more, only to thank and continually thank for forgiveness!
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I am 20, is it wrong for me to be into a 17 year old?? She is really cute and I think she may be interested
It's not "wrong"- but I would be very, very careful! If possible, wait a year. You may have the same problem I've witnessed in many: We see ourselves a year or two younger than we are- it takes a bit for the brain to catch up with the body. You're not in high school anymore!
And if you do anything now- make sure it's not sexual! Talk to her parents!
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Will time-out change a student's behavior
In the short term? Quite possibly, especially if the peer pressure is working in your favor.
In the long term, especially if peer pressure is working against the teacher? Not likely. Not unless the time out is actually taking away something the student actively wants to participate in.
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Do (or did) your kids mispronounce certain words, but it's so cute that you wish they'd keep on mispronouncing it? Eg, for my kids, "aminal" and "skabetti" (spaghetti).
My brother called the fridge the "fidgerfader" and the museum the "musueum"
Really enjoyed that. But he's better now.
If you can call being a teenager better.
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Do you miss your high school years? If so why?
Some aspects of it- I miss seeing my friends on a daily basis. I miss the relatively stress-free environment- though if you asked me then, I would have thought nothing could be tougher!
I don't miss the Teen Drama!
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Did you have a many children as you wanted?
Not yet! Give us a few years and get back to us!
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Are boys who play with toy guns more likely to develop a predisposition to violent behavior later in life?
No more than boys who play with dolls grow up to be gay.
Of course, if it is the only thing they play with for years and years- then there's reason for concern. But if it's not a toy gun, most boys will turn something else into a gun of some kind. Just the way boys work.
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Is zelda twilight princess any good? if so what is the cheapest price to by it and what store is that at?
I played it on Gamecube and really enjoyed it- great story, great dungeons, great graphics, great music. I loved it all.
No clue on pricing options, though, sorry.
My one complaint? It was just a touch too easy- I would have appreciated it being just a tiny bit harder.
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White meat or dark meat?
So very light meat- unless it's still on the bone. Then I will eat it all eagerly! Yum!
Can I get some gravy with this?
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Do you like pomegranates? Do you even know what a pomegranate is? Have you ever been in love with a pomegranate?
We get them when we hold smaller get togethers- one or two is great for snackies! Great stuff. I highly recommend them!
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Do you own more or less than 100 books?
Way more... my wife and I keep a database to make sure we don't buy doubles. We're at 1800 right now- not counting anything from my graphic novel collection, which would bring it to about 2500.
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What is your favorite Teen rating or under ps2 game?
Personally, I loved Return to Monkey Island!
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What would your porn star name be? (It's the name of your first pet + the street you grew up on.)
Snarf San Juan.
I'm not sure how disturbed I am to learn that... lol
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"Guys only go to the mall for electronics and games." Do you fit this stereotype? (Target Audience: Boys and Men)
Definitely not. I go for the books (if the mall has a bookstore- otherwise I don't bother!)
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What movies have you always wanted or meant to see, but not yet seen?
Citizen Kaine (Sp?)
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My hubby is 10 years younger than myself, is there anything wrong with that? we both were over 30 when we got togeather. he says age is just a number
Once you get past the 20's, it really is just a number. You've both matured (I assume) into the people you are. So, it should be fine! Relax!
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My wife is a full time college student so she is studying all the time and have no time for a job? She wants to be a doctor. What should I do? Should I pay all the bills and support me and her or should she get a job and buy her own clothes,etc.
If she is truly studying with the goal of being a doctor and not just putzing- yes, you should support her. Keep in mind this is a short-term thing- not something that will last the rest of your marriage. If you're separate in money, why are you married? You're supposed to share everything- one life now!
On the other hand, depending her workload at school, there might be chances...
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If you could choose between having a beautiful voice or being a master lyricist which would it be?
Lyricist- imagine hearing other people singing your tunes as you walk down the street? Cool!
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I have a family member that i dont agree with their way of living. It directly affects my little bro. Should i tell her what i think about her "goals" before she makes anyone else hate or be uncomfortable/cautious around her?
You should talk to her- but privately and respectfully, not lecturing! Use this formula:
1) This is what I see you're doing.
2) This is how it's affecting me.
3) This is how it's affecting my brother.
If you come in any way close to attacking her, or you are perceived to be doing that, she will put down her heels.
Do be realistic, too. She's not likely to change...
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Have you went to college? If so, how was the experience?
Yes.
It was a great learning environment- I learned a lot there, both academically and socially. Met my wife there, so it has affected me in major ways!
Frightening at first, as I know only one person when I first went there, and it was in an unfamiliar city. It grew my independence because of that.
Re-learned how to make friends, which is major.
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Does anyone remember a tv show about a cop who was a vampire? He would go to a night club?
You may be speaking of "Forever Knight" about a vampire named Nick Knight who wanted to atone for past sins. Ran for three years.
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What problem do you have right now?
Too... much... homework! Arrrrrgh!
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Men, First: do you cry, Second: when you cry, do you let someone see you crying..who?
I do cry on occasion- though the only person around that has ever seen me cry is my wife. It's a private thing, generally, for me.
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Does passion always fade with time, or can you keep the fires burning?
It goes in cycles- it dims for a bit, than can be reignited.
Like a burning zeppelin.
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How do you crack a coconut open on a deserted island?
Bash it on the monkey's skull. They're hard, right?
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If you can't: see, hear, feel, smell or taste it..it doesn't exist......right?
So, antartica doesn't exist since at the moment I can't see, hear, feel, smell, or taste it! That comforts me!
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Should you stay with a guy who in the past has abused you but given up drinking and hasn't hurt you in the past "couple" of months? Has he really changed? Should you stay with him or are you wasting your life away? Can you move on and put it behind you?
Is it possible for a man to change? Yes. But it is extremely hard to change addictions and habits.
First up, if he doesn't have outside support and people holding him accountable- church, AA, something like that- he will almost certainly fall back at least a few times, if not totally.
You need to be aware, and be ready to mete out consequences if he backslides- for instance, you...
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Hello, can you stay and have coffee or tea with me and maybe have biscuits or bread and can you still be my friend?
I would be delighted to join you for some tea! Although, as a warning, I'll probably have more cream in my tea than tea!
What shall we discuss as we sip our drinks?
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Have you or anyone in your family done any genealogy work?
My grandmother and grandfather did about a decade back, and I greatly benefitted from their research- all sorts of family stories! I love family history! Where else would I have found out my great-grandfather ran whiskey for Al Capone?
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Do you know of the so called "Delima Merah Stone" which is sought after by the world elite, royalties and wise men because of it's power that is given to the one who wears it? I tis said to have originated in south east asia and is still there.
I don't know if it's that stone, but I've heard of A stone that is fought over like that- and it came from a comic I'm sure has been burned in many nations that claimed the stone was chunk that broke off the Qaba in Mecca, before Mohammad got there.
So, I know of A legend- don't know if it's the same one you know of!
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Why when you decide to take a break from AB, do people immediately assume it's because of people on AB being mean to you? Do you think I scare that easily?
Personally, I think it means life has gotten busy and AB isn't your first priority- and it shouldn't be, so thank youfor the courtesy to let us know you're heading out!
To avoid issues, do you give a brief reason- "We're gonna be outta town" or somesuch?
And I have no idea how easily you scare! Here, let's try something: "BOO!"
Did I scare...
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Is God to blame or does man have a responsibility for the state of things?
Without a doubt man; if you doubt it, take a look at what we do in good relationships- continually mess them up. Look at the state of the world politically. We're the ones that messed that up. Pollution? Yup, that's us.
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Can you give an example of something really tantalizing?
The smell of fresh-baked bread
mmmmmm...
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Who were the two spies that spied out Jericho for the nation of Israel?
I don't think the names are ever given, if you're talking specifically about Jericho; earlier twelve spies had gone to check out the Holy Land, and two of those were Caleb and Joshua.
(The story I believe you are talking about is in Joshua 2)
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Are you ever in the mood to go to kiddie places like Chuck E. Cheese or Celebration Station just for old time sake?
Indeed.
In fact, another married couple and us will be going to a place called "fun World" this weekend to enjoy the arcade and some laser tag. Fun shall be had. I said so.
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When you were little, how many kids did you want when you grew up? How many kids do actually have?
We plan on as many as God blesses us with, but we're only hoping for two or three- my wife would be fine with four, as well.
We currently have one very loved little boy.
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My boyfriend and i are getting married when i turn 19. but I'm afraid that i will get pregnant on our honeymoon because i don't want him to uses a condom because i want it to feel official. what should i do to prevent this?
My wife and I had the same concern- and she ended up going on "the patch" which is a patch that adheres to skin a week at a time, three weeks out of the month. It works very similarly to the pill, but is harder to forget (at least for her). She was on it about a year, and then we decided we would stop and see if we would be blessed with a child.
And so we were.
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What was Jesus speaking of when He said "it is finished" from the cross?
His sacrifice for sins was completed- and completion is also in the idea of the Greek verb used there (really hard to translate completely into English!).
He no longer had to suffer- all the sins of the world had been paid for by his sufferings. Now, all that remained was the confirmation of his sacrifice on Easter morning!
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If you finally met a musician whose music you adore, and found out he/she was a total idiot...would you still enjoy their music?
Depends on the nature of the idiocy- as in, just not a smart person? No problem. Total jerk that if it were anyone else I'd want Aquaman to come and drag to the bottom of the ocean? I probably would at the least seriously cut back in the music.
Which is one reason I don't usually investigate the lives of musicians I like the music of!
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When raising children, what things from your own childhood will you NEVER do with your own kids?
Let them sit in front of the TV for hours on end!
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My 5 yr old son quite simply doesnt do as i ask.i can ask him to put his shoes and coat on as we are about to go to school up to 15 times til i have to shout to so he take notice of what i say.he will cry cos i shouted but still won't put them on.pls help
First, just to double check, make sure it isn't a hearing problem- as in, being physically unable to hear. I doubt that's the issue, but it's best to be safe!
Take away what's distracting him. Also don't yell fifteen times- after the second time, just pick hi up and start dressing him. If all you're doing is using your voice, it won't work well-...
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Are you afraid that your true opinion of how you feel will create problems, so you go along with the crowd? How ethical are you with regards to your own personal feelings?
It totally depends the situation and crowd I'm in; if I'm with friends, I'll let them know what I think.
If someone above me has said something I disagree with, I'll ask to see him separate from co-workers or classmates and talk privately, letting him know- unless he's opened up the floor for discussion.
If it's just an opinion thing and voicing my opinion...
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What is the toughest struggle of being in a relationship with someone you find?
Knowing when to confess past sins- I want the girl to know about any dark things in my past so she knows about me, but it's not like I want to tell every single person I date! It's important that any women I dated seriously knew me- not just who I am, but who I was.
Thankfully, that's solved now that I'm married.
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If a book was written about your life, what would you want for the cover to look like?
You know, I never wanted a biography- I always wanted to be the Obi-Wan Kenobi type character in someone else's life. In the background, but incredibly important.
So, maybe it would show someone else's face and be entitled "Look over there!"
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I have a A bunch of Super man And Bat man and various other comic books from 1993 Are they worth anything?
Probably not- that's only fifteen years old now, and the nineties were a period of time that so many people collected because it might be worth money that there is very little scarcity.
That being said, there are exceptions. Best bet? Check out a Comic Book Price Guide or a Wizard (available at your local comic shop or Barnes and Noble if there are no comic shops in your area).
Most...
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You see a group of 3 guys between 17-22 taunting and shouting abuse at an old man. Do you shout back in his defense as you walk past them or find a different route...?
Yelling back would accomplish nothing, likely, in that case. Go to the old man- walk with him, stand by his side, help him get where he's going with some sort of dignity. If the three guys continue to follow and harass, call the cops.
If at all possible, buy the old guy lunch.
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Have you ever cried because of physical pain?
Not since I was a little kid- but I did almost cry when my wife was crying because of labor pains. Held it back to try and get her through, though. Does that count?
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Can you spell your name using a different alphabet?
Greek, Hebrew, or ASL? Not to mention English!
Unfortunately, the fonts don't work so good on the computer... sigh...
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Has someone told you "You smell good", recently?
I just switched deodorants and my wife says it smells funny. Is that close? :)
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What do you think about the woman who's suing a casino because they didn't cut her off from gambling? Does she have a point? Don't we ask the same of bartenders, expecting them to cut off people who've had too many drinks? Or is there a difference?
Two major differences:
1) There is no immediate physical danger to anyone from over-gambling. (Note I said immediate; I recognize that it can destroy the lives of families)
2) The bartender can probably tell when a customer is too drunk. Can a casino tell when a person has gambled too much? What are the signs?
Basically, it's up to the woman (in this case) and any friends and...
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Are you and your SO at odds with one another on a majority of issues?
The only thing we're ever "at odds" with is what to watch on TV- which is fine, since we watch maybe one show a day.
I agree with Rosie- it's best to be in agreement in most things, at least if it's a serious relationship. I dated a number of girls I disagreed with a majority of things, and had a blast, but neither of us ever took the relationships seriously- it was...
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If aliens came back to claim "their" planet, would you join them or fight? Surrender or die?
Depends- do they have the receipt? And what's the return policy?
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What did the writer Bruce Jones contribute to the Hulk character?
He had a solid start, but then meandered... at this point, he did pretty much nothing to contribute that's lasted.
On the other hand, check out Peter David, Pak, or (eegads!) even Stan Lee himself for writers that had lasting impact!
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It took humans 10,000 years to cut down half the world's forest.. after the last human how long do you think it will take nature to restore them?
Uh-oh... do you know something I don't? Wait- are you a diabolical mastermind just trying to figure out a time-table for nature to restore itself after you've wiped humanity from the globe?!
Eegads!
(take answer with large grain of salt. Or more than a grain, if so desired)
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Have you ever asked a magic 8 ball a question and it turned out totally right?
Future unclear. Ask again later.
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Are you a virgin? If so, why? (I'm doing a survey, not being nosy)
Nope. I'm married. My wife might be upset were I still a virgin! (And I'd have to wonder where my son came from... :))
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Is the Hulk capable of regenerating his body parts?
I don't think it's ever been revealed in the comics- though the Hulk has gone through a lot of permutations!
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Why should creationism be taught in schools?
It shouldn't be- religion should not be taught by public schools. I say this as a conservative Christian, too!
On the other hand, when evolution is taught, it should be taught with an opening- basically, the teacher should also make it clear that certain people don't believe in that, and the teacher should not denigrate that position. When teaching evolution, as with anything, the...
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What may people thought about the present church?
I think you'd better narrow down your answer a bit, unless you're talking organized religion in general! There are so many different churches, and so many of them have different characters. Only a very, very general statement can be made over all of them!
I imagine for most people you'd get different responses if you asked about the Catholic church and right-wing Christianity...
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I am just wondering if I am correct in saying that you cannot have a minim rest on beats 2 and 3 in 4/4 time. You would have to have two crotchet rests?
I've seen it both ways in professionally done band and orchestra music- no clue as to what music theory says, though, sorry.
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Does your daddy rock 'n roll?
Heck, he still plays drums when he gets the chance!
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Once we invent & perfect the Universal Translator, will we also start speaking to our pets, animals, and even insects for the first time?
:)
Assuming such an invention ever came to be, I imagine we'd be able to communicate primitively with dogs, and maybe cats. Probably more with whales, dolphins, and primates.
And maybe, just maybe, we would be able to communicate with the lowest of life forms: politicians.
I don't know if we'd want to understand what they're saying, though.
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How do I take a totally absurd premise for a story and make it work?
Make it an absurd story, too- probably in the comedy category, but it could be equal parts horror or social commentary if done right.
If it were me, I'd just start typing with that premise in my head and see what would happen!
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Is there any music going on in your background? Care to share with me?
Gustav Holst: the Planets: Mars.
Just turned it on right before I saw your question. Before that, it was the soundtrack to Harry Potter: Goblet of Fire.
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As a child growing up, did you think your parents knew *everything*? If so, how old were you before you realized this wasn't so?
...you mean my folks don't know everything?
I've known for quite a while- never had a "revelation" moment- but it hit me hard when I realized they were younger than I was when they had their first kid- me. And they would have been as relatively clueless as I was!
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Has anyone designed a computer with a screen that projects on the ceiling? It would be for people who are bedridden.
I know there is something out there, but I believe is basically just a fancy flat-screen held by brackets onto the ceiling. The writer Jack Vance uses something like that. The problem is that, at least at the moment, such computers are incredibly expensive, and so most people who are bed ridden don't have the money to purchase them.
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Who's in love?
I am madly in love with my beautiful wife, who is the mother of my child and the most gorgeous woman I've ever seen.
Although, technically, I'm in Milwaukee, not love.
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Do you find it somewhat interesting that really young people get on here and start questions with "I am 17 years old and...." but you never see questions started with "I am 35 years old and..." or "I am 53 years old and..." lol!
Well, I'm only 25, and I think that...
Oh, sorry. This isn't a question, it's an answer!
In all seriousness, it might have to do with explaining why they have to ask the question- as in, not enough life experience yet to know which way to go, or to explain that they're minors and facing a different set of problems from us old fogeys.
It is an interesting...
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Using the phonetic pronunciation of only two letters of the alphabet put together, how many words can you make? (Ex: MT="Empty")
If you like this kind of thing, check out William Stieg's (sp?) excellent book "C D B!"
To answer the question, though-
ED
BD
IS
DQ
BZ
...and on. Mostly stolen from the book recommended above!
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Is "Hi, are you a Christian?" a great pick-up line?
Only at a convention of some kind!
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Is it gay for a guy to take Dancing?
Absolutely not! Dance is fun, great exercise, and can be incredibly sexual, too. Anyone who says that only gay men dance is probably trying to hide his own insecurity.
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Did you have a favorite sibling? If so, was it a boy or girl and why were they your favorite?
My little brother is my favorite sibling. That's not saying much, though, as he's my only sibling!
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Has anyone really gotten attached to their pillows? I can't seem to sit in my chair without it.
I "get attached" just because they have become so molded to my head that when I sleep it fits just right. New pillows don't do that, and neither do hotel pillows!
Not so much on the pillows and chairs thing, though. Sorry.
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How many of you knew that deer meat is also called venison?
Yeah... kinda hard to avoid that knowledge in the midwest!
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How many wives and concubines in total did King David have?
Too many.
As I recall, three wives- possibly four that are named in the Bible.
Numerous concubines beyond.
As I said, too many.
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Who would win in a fight between Satan and God?
In reality? God, hands down.
In all sorts of fiction like movies? Usually an even draw, because it makes better fiction. Much more gripping to think the good guys might actually lose.
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This year there is going to be a third choice for parties in the election process,Ralph Nader will be running for the Green Party.Do you think he will fair well in the elections,this time?
He will do as well as all third parties in America!
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What's the worst thing you could hear on your answering machine?
Seriously? "Mr. Son, your wife and child have been in a car accident. Please come St. Blather's Hospital immediately." -and then realizing you have no clue where the heck that hospital is.
Not so seriously? "Mr. Son, this is the undercover crime unit of the CIA. We've recently found evidence of your sixteen murders, and we'd like to have some words with you....
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What do you do about a guest bringing a child to an adult function?
It totally depends the situation; the parents may not have realized it was adults-only, or they may honestly have tried every way they could fathom to get rid of the kid for the evening, and could find nothing, leaving them the only option of bringing the kid, if they already had said they would attend said function.
Pulling them aside and talking quietly will help you get the necessary...
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Do you find that common law arrangements are increasing because people don't believe in marriage any more?
I think a lot of people say they're married by common law to get people off their backs. Common law marriage- at least in the US- is actually harder and takes more paperwork than "normal" marriage. As Happy Biohazard said, it takes living together for ten years. It also means the woman legally changing her name to her husbands, and presenting themselves to the community as a...
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Where in the Bible (including apocryphal books) does it say that some children are sent to Hell?
I honestly don't know any verse that says children go to hell; on the other hand, the Bible also doesn't say that old people go to hell, or middle-aged, or teenagers.
It says any that have not been saved by God's power go to hell. Those who refuse the forgiveness of sins Jesus bought for them with his own blood. Those that do not have faith, which is how that forgiveness is...
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Have you ever caught yourself talking outloud to a group of people and think "My god dose my voice really sound like that"?
Constantly.
Try training to be a pastor, hear your voice as you preach a sermon, and suddenly think- "how can these people take me seriously if my voice sounds like that?!" Very disconcerting thought to have as you're trying to communicate God's Word!
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What does it mean to "cast down" your crown?
Imagine it this way: We have crowns. We believe ourselves to be lords of our own lives. And in fact, we have so many choices that we can reign over.
Yet, we should "cast our crowns"- we should throw our crowns down before God, and say to him that we will not rule our own lives, but let them be ruled by him.
Helpful at all?
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Why do people grow tomatoes
Because they taste so wonderful on sandwiches and salads!
And because they are red, red like the color of my true love's lips...
Sorry. Started sliding into a song there. Won't happen again.
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If you put a cop on every street corner of course crime goes down.. but are more police only a bandage on a hemorrhage?
Police are a bandage on a problem: crime. They need to do their jobs well, and I am very pleased when they act as a deterrent to crime.
However, the problem is the darkness in people's hearts that lead to crime- either selfishness on the part of the criminal or selfishness on the parts of others that may force someone into a life of crime.
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50% of marriages end in divorce--and even experience teaches us nothing--60% of second marriages fail. -- How do we fall in love with people who later turn out to be so bad for us?
It has to do with unrealistic expectations and, honestly, laziness. Relationships take work on both sides and when one or the other gives up, the relationship dies. Especially in "modern" society where we want and want and want and need more and emotion is the end-all be-all of what is decided, it makes total sense that marriages will fail. Emotions change over time.
Commitments...
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Can someone carry Scabies for months and not really think much of it.
Depends the severity of the Scabies and the person's personal threshold for itching.
Working in group homes, it was a constant threat simply because if one client caught it, usually his or her staff would catch it, and unintentionally transmit to other clients. So, I have personal experience.
It has nothing to do with cleanliness, for anyone thinking we should have just washed our...
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Do children who are homeschooled do better than those who go to public schools?
Homeschooled children can do much better at academics, simply because of the attention and how well the teacher- the parent- knows the student. No public school education can do that, simply because the teacher must divide time out between so many students.
Socially, it all depends on the parents. I know that many home schoolers form networks with each other to go out on field trips just...
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Any tips how to cope with the lose of your first girl friend? it was a rough break from our 9 months we had. i haven't been able to legally talk to her in a month. WE still have strong feeling for each other. i cant get her out my head it needs to be over
I feel your pain- never had the legal issues, but my first girl and I were together a year and a half, and when she broke it off, I seriously went off the deep end. Still have scars.
Best things to do? Get busy. Go hang out with friends. Pick up a hobby. Learn that thing you always wanted to learn. Read that book you've been meaning to read. Watch every single episode of...
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Are there any other things that make a word taboo besides it's meaning?
Yes! If it sounds like another word that has a bad meaning! For instance, "Niggardly" is not strictly a racist word- but I wouldn't suggest using it, simply because of how close it is to a word that ain't so hot to use!
And in certain company, Jar-Jar Binks is not exactly a good person to mention.
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Are you as happy as Larry (whoever he is)?
Larry would weep when he saw how much happier I am than him.
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Am I wrong if I want to see myself as my husband's "wife" and not as an "individual" when and if I get married? If so, why?
It would only be wrong if your husband used that to intimidate or abuse you in any way- because, if you saw yourself as only a wife and nothing else, you would not be able to escape.
On the other hand, there is nothing wrong as identifying yourself as the spouse of person X. I am very happy to be my wife's husband!
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I've been seeing a guy for a year and it seems like everytime I go out (clubs) he gets mad and starts talking bad to me and using the bible against me. what should i do?
First off, obviously this is a big deal for him. If he's honestly angry, you need to wait and talk about this when he's calm. And if he gets angry evenwhen you bring it up- watch out. That's a sign he can't control his emotions, which could lead to abuse.
Find out what exactly it is he doesn't like- and don't accept "clubs". Get specifics. Maybe...
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Would anybody like there futre told?
I'm with Roger Clyne (I think that's how he spells it) of the Refreshments:
"If you know the answer, don't tell me anyone- cause I don't wanna know..."
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How do i block the spam emails in Yahoo! Mail? I get lots of them and adding email addresses one by one to the block list takes forever! thanks :)
I have rarely had issues with Yahoo mail- but I also (falsely) said I was under 18, making it technically illegal to send junkmail (I think). I only get junkmail from sites I specifically left my email at.
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Which do you prefer, Work or Play?
I prefer play!
I recognize the need to work to support myself and my family, so that usually takes precedence. Even better is playing while at work, though!
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Who is the greatest super hero of all time?
I love me my Batman- he stands on his own with no special powers. I also love the mix of dark and light- not just grim, and not just happy, either.
Although Kyle Rayner Green LAntern has quickly risen in the ranks of my favorites!
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Do go out for lunch often? (I just went out with a colleague for lunch, and extended it with a nice walk while the sun emerged after a day of rain and another of cluds......I feel totally renewed!)
On occasion, my wife and I will eat out after church. However, because of when class ends and work begins I eat on my way there in the car. Sigh.
I envy you. Send over some of your energy!
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If you have an idea for a movie how do you get that off the ground if you are not a writer?
At that point, find a friend who can write, and write it out together. Then, assuming you've never made a movie before, either find some local filmmakers or pitch the idea at an independent film studio.
First write it out with a friend- or if you don't have any friends gifted that way, find a local college that offers a screenwriting class, and make contact there.
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Discuss the following: "You are not entitled to your opinion. You are entitled to your informed opinion. If you are not informed on the subject, then your opinion counts for nothing."
Yes- assuming that it is opinion that "matters"- not something like "my favorite color is blue." Something with politics or religion or how you live your life- these things should be informed.
Otherwise you add nothing to a conversation. Well, maybe a little, but not much!
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Which do you find more exiting... The sexy orange ANSWER light? Or, the mean n' moody COMMENTS light?
I prefer to think of the lights as sultry, both of them, beckoning on my to click them and partake of their gooey goodness.
Between the two, though, usually comments. She calls for me!
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What is the worst way you have been dumped? Why?
GF broke up with me the day after graduating high school. Within a week moved in with her new boyfriend.
It pretty much ruined the next year. Ah, well. I'm glad that time is passed for me!
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How do I get a job working for Marvel comics?? Who do I send my porfolio and cv to?
Honestly? First get published somewhere else- at an indy place, or you can try through a bigger publisher like Image. Marvel (and DC for that matter) will rarely accept unsolicited portfolios. Otherwise, if you're going to attempt it, try speaking face-to-face at a comic con.
Very seldom will anyone be able to make the jump from unpublished to working for Marvel.
Once you've...
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Do you ever get sad for no apparent reason and start crying?
Every once in a while- I think it has more to do with stress building up and needing an outlet, and that's how it bubbles out on occasion.
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What are captain americas powers?
(Geeky nitpic- Captain America isn't in the Justice League, but the Avengers)
He has the "super-soldier serum" which gives him greater strength and reflex time. It also may have slowed his aging, but as he was just recently killed in the comics, that point is moot.
He is trained in many multiple combat forms, and has an unbreakable shield that he can throw and will return...
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What's your favourite board game?
Settlers of Catan is a personal favorite! Also Barbarosa, but not nearly so many people know that one.
When I'm in the mmod for fantasy, I also enjoy Runebound.
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What books do you need to play vampire the requiem? Do you just need the Vampire the Requiem core book? Or do you use it with the World Of Darkness core book? Can you mix it with Werewolf & Mage? Can you play with just 2 people? What dice do u need?
What Midgarsormr said is correct- unless you happen to get the last edition, which you may be able to find at used book shops, in which case all you need is the old core book.
And lots of d10's are recommended! Each of my players had ten- and we found that to be a good number.
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Crazy situation you were in that you regret telling others?
"The one time I've done illegal drugs was for a good cause."
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If a pegasus landed in your yard, who would he be coming to pick up?
Probably lost- but he better watch out for my griffins that deign to live with me! They get hungry.
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My bf and I haven't spoken for 1 week. I want to discuss our argument, but he refuses to speak to me. I am so upset. Isn't this enough time for him to clear his head, and now its time to discuss our problems?
Some people hold on to anger for a very long time; I take it your bf is one of these. It might be very normal for him to do this- you would know better than I. And depending the argument and any other stresses in his life, he may actually need this much time to sort through things.
The real question, I imagine, is how much time are you willing to wait? Personally, I would find it very...
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Are you someone who goes to a place once and will always remember how to get there and back, or do you find yourself going around in circles most of the time?
It depends- if I know I'll be driving there again, I can get around the area very well. If I'm a passenger with no intent to go back, I won't be paying attention.
Rarely will I go in circles, though- I usually go more in squares or rectangles if I have to do it! :)
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How do you live God's way in this world today? I DON'T care if you don't live God's way, so if that is your answer don't put it. Serious answers only!
This is a good question, and good for you for being concerned enough to ask it! It is a challenge, not only in today's world, but every time and place in history.
First, recognize where we get strength: The Bible. Be in it daily- set up a devotional plan that works for you. If you need pointers on how to do that feel free to ask in a comment in this question- I'm willing to help!...
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What is the rebus answer for wheather and ed+ed any help will be appreciated
ed+ed might be "doubled" (Two ed's)- not sure on that, though.
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What's a great book you had to read in high school?
A Tale of Two Cities is a personal favorite from that time, along with several plays: The Crucible, Death of a Salesman, Our Town, MacBeth...
Of Mice and Men still gets me!
Personally hated Grapes of Wrath, though- too boring! Just tell the story!
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If I am a dancer and have a dancer's body, slim and small chested, how do men feel about that?
It can be very attractive, if that's what you mean. One of the most attractive actresses out there in my opinion is Summer Glau, who is not exactly big-chested.
As another has said, though- it don't mean a thing if I'm not attracted to you as a person! Body types don't matter- before getting married, I dated pretty much every body type and enjoyed most of my experiences....
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What do you think of people who mainly ask researchable questions they already know the answer to?
They are either looking for other opinions in curiosity, or they're looking to start a civil conversation (which I enjoy!) or they're picking a fight (which I'm not in favor of).
So, for me, it depends the reason they ask.
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Anyone ever work a 4 day work week, 10 hours per day? (nb: My company just offered that and I'm thinking about it.)
I will be doing that this summer when my company switches to that for the summer schedule- they allow that for those who want to get away on the Summer weekends. If you can handle the longer work days (I recognize not everyone can)- I'd say go for it!
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Why is Star Trek so much better than Star Wars?
I greatly enjoy both, but I'd say I lean more to Star Trek in general because it has more to it- more ways to look at the universe, more characters to get to know, and longer storylines. (at least in visual media- don't know if I want to get into the many novels both have!)
Star Trek in general is also brighter- at least compared to a good chunk of the Star Wars books/ comics and...
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Do you know any groups or musicians who use the hammered Dulcimer in their songs?
A local group from Mankato Minnesota called the Divers used both kinds of dulcimers- one of the band members, Jason Gay, was quite fond of it. Great stuff.
The Christian singer Rich Mullins also made use of it in a number of songs.
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Do you think it is a curse to have an imagination?
Only if it is uncontrollable- as in every waking moment of every day you can't tell what's real and not because your imagination has taken over- you have been eaten by a dream!
However, in daily life, it can be so very useful. It can guide to new ideas or save from boredom while doing tedious tasks.
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I found out I am pregnant. Before I knew I was, I've had a few cocktails every weekend for the first month. Is my baby going to be harmed? We weren't trying to get pregnant. If we were, I would have gone on the wagon.
Your baby will likely be fine- the baby probably only recently implanted on your uterus wall, so any alcohol content would be very diluted by the time it reached the kid. Do be careful from here on out, but the kid should be fine. A few really rarely will hurt the kid anyway- as long as it's occasional and only one or two!
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When do you read your favourite books?
When I can- typically when classes are not in session, so my brain actually has the chance to enjoy them.
When classes are in session, I tend to only be able to read for five- ten minutes before bed. Makes this little darthson sad. Ah, well.
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Why aren't comic artists creating new superheroes?
They are- either you aren't looking or your comic shop isn't buying them, afraid they would sit on the shelves and not be bought.
Invincible is an outstanding new superhero published from Image. It's around issue 50, so it's not brand-spanking-new, but much newer than many people would be interested in.
Check out Simon Dark from DC. Haven't read it, but it's...
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I was asked this question from a total stranger today... "If you could have any super-power what would it be?" What would you say "on the spot"?
Shapeshift, ala' Mystique from X-Men, or more preferably, like Odo from Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.
To be able to be other people for short periods would just be cool, and I think go a long way toward understanding where other people are coming from.
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I need to explain the difference between "justice" and "just", can anyone help me?
"Justice" is a noun and should be used as such: "I want to see justice done."
"Just" is the related adjective. "He is a just person, because he wants to see justice done." Would be an example of the two of them in the same sentence.
there are other meanings of "just", but I assume you want to see the meaning related to "justice."
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Would it benefit an office at a college to have a facebook account to advertise events to their students?
Possibly, but the office needs to advertise it so the students know about it. To simply have it on Facebook may not do a whole lot of good!
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Can you fold a peice of paper more than seven times? If you can please tell me how!
I can fold a piece of paper seven times easily. Just don't fold it in halves! (question didn't specify)
Either that, or try using non-standard paper, like wax paper or another thinner paper.
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Have you ever randomly laughed in public about something which happened a few days/weeks ago?
Yes. It's quite enjoyable to see other's responses, which just adds to the humor!
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Other than quilting what can I make with a big bag of silk scraps?
A Patchwork Cloak for use at a Renaissance Faire! It would be very bardic.
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What would you rather be doing right now?
A. Making love to the man/women you love.
B. Diving in an olympic size pool of money.
C. Having a drink with your friends/family.
At the moment, a drink sounds very good. Especially if they're buying! So, C.
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There is one thing I regret most in my life. I wish i had never ____________________________? fill in the blank.
Carly.
That is all.
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What has four legs in the morning, two legs at noon, and three legs in the evening and is weakest when it has the most legs?
Thomas the walking dog. In the morning he was walking on four paws, for the afternoon show he walked on his two hind legs, and then he hurt one of his legs so he spent the rest of the day on three legs.
Badly adapted from the movie "Mirrormask"
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Shakespeare; What's your favorite Play and Why?
I'm not Shakespeare. I can't answer for him.
But if I were Shakespeare, I bet my favorite play would be Marlowe's Faustus.
But MY favorite Shakespeare play is MacBeth. Yay, killing people and the witches three!
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Do you ever skip through answers because they are SO long and you know their going to be all P.C. and factually correct?
I usually skip longer answers once it looks like I've got the gist of what's being said- simply because I do most of my ABing during class (don't tell the prof!) and I can't concentrate on an answer long enough and still keep up in class. Just a good summary for me!
Of course, there are exceptions- but that's the general rule.
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Do you like the questions that make you think, or the questions you can just answer straight away?
Yes.
It's good to have both- if you're always thinking hard, your brain will blow a gasket. If you're always thinking light, you can never do any kind of heavy lifting.
It's exercise for the brain. And that's a good thing.
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Evolution or Creation? (i'm pro creation)
I am a creationist.
There are many reasons that I don't buy evolution. The first is that God's Word is very explicit that God created the world in six days. It can't be "picture language" about evolution, or else we had plants before the sun- which simply doesn't work in the evolutionary model!
Scientists make a few general assumptions I don't agree...
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Would you notice if the sun rose in the West one morning?
Yes- I drive directly into the sun every morning. If it was behind me, I would be very confused! I like driving into the sun- it's warmer there!
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Co-worker calls in to say that they can't come to work because their child was sick and needed to go for tests. You then find out the next day that their child was part of a group that beat up a kid and posted it on Youtube. What do you think of person?
I'd wonder whether or not the mom actually knew about that video; the kid could have honestly been sick or needed some sort of medical tests, and it had nothing to do with the video.
In all honesty, I would ask the mom to look at this video, because "I think I recognize one of the kids here, and you might want to know about this."
The kid should be punished in some way for...
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Do you have a home office?
I have a corner of the dining room with a desk on it, where I do the bulk of my work when I'm home. Does that count?
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What do you do when your spouse's hearing seems to be going, but says its your fault, you need to speak louder and clearer? I feel like I'm yelling more and more, esp in the car because of "outside noise" . (His right ear is a total loss from birth.)
In seriousness-
Does he have the same problem with other people? Point it out to him tactfully when it happens. "You can't hear Bob? I don't think he's speaking quietly." Repeat.
One of the big problems of hearing loss is the denial- it is a universal problem. It will take time and patience.
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During the course of an adventure my character has taken a goblin captive. The intention was to question it for information but now I've grown attached to the bugger so I've decided to keep it. Now I need a name, what should I name it?
In my games, goblins have frustratingly long names- little creatures easily killed, big names to make up for it.
But you could always say that goblins don't have names unless they do some great deed, so it doesn't have a name. Talk to the DM, see what he suggests!
You could always name it Mini-Me and make it dress like you.
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A firend of mine is 5 months pregnant, and continues to go out drinking & i dont mean one glass of wine i mean like several bottles, but she wont listen when we tell her how much harm this could bring, how can i get through to her and make her understand?
First question: Does she want the kid, or she trying to have a "guiltless abortion"?
Second: what have you already tried besides talking? Have you shown pictures of babies with fetal alcohol syndrome? Have you asked her point blank if she loves her baby? Have you tried getting her alcoholism counseling- as this might be alcoholism, though she refuses to admit it?
I would...
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Harry Potter. I think the series is great the way it is. (I personally would like to see J.K.R. to come up with a new story and new characters all together.) Who would want J.K.Rowling to add to the Harry Potter series or do something all together new?
I would love to read a book or books about the founding of Hogwart's, or maybe a look at other schools around the world. There's more than just Hogwart's!
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Does Satan really exist?
Yup. There is a personal force that wants all of humanity to be drug down into hell.
To that end, he loves to convince people he doesn't exist- he can work much more efficiently that way. Just like any sort of secret society- they work best in darkness.
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How obsessive do you get? With me, first it was cooking..then cooking and Answerbag..now cooking, AB and washing clothes (we just got a new washer/dryer installed)! Do you get similarly obsessed?
Hi, RosieGHM!
I does get me a bit obsessive in times. When asked at job interviews what I consider my best and worst qualities, I answer, "Once I have something between my teeth, I don't let go." And it's true- once I've undertaken something, I have a very hard time letting go, which is both good and bad. I see projects through to the end, but I also can't let...
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Why boys are stupid?
Because girls speak a different language. Language barriers often make people think each other are stupid.
As indicated by the wording of the question.
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Are guys always breaking promises? My boyfriend promises me that if i seelp with him in his room which is alot quiter than mine he will come down to my room every morning, well he deosn't come down unless i ask, and its normally more than twice. help
Guys, in general, will do what their character is- just like women. Promises are breakable by some and not by others. In your case, he sees he doesn't need to keep his promise because, apparently, you're not pressing him on it. So hold him to it- and make sure you follow through with some sort of consequence if he doesn't.
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I heard there was going to be more to Stephen King's Dark Tower: Gunslinger Born graphic novel storyline, is this true?
Yes- it is basically a continuing story, but only seven or so issues a year. Each is plotted by King. The first issue of the second series should be hitting shelves in the next few weeks. From what I understand, the second series takes place between "The Gunslinger" and "The Drawing of the Three."
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Girl is almost 16,has a boyfriend thats 19,would you allow the relationship?
Totally depends the teens involved- are they trustworthy? Both of them? Because if just one is trustworthy, that don't cut it. In general, at the very least, I would be wary, and warn the girl that the guy is probably going through a lot of social changes- either being out of high school or about to be- that she isn't experiencing, that will cause at least some friction in the...
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What caused you last bicycle crash, and how could you have prevented it?
That nasty bush that jumped out at me from the side of the road caused my last bicycle crash. And removing the bush would have made everything better.
Or me not being eight or nine at the time. That would have helped, too.
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What are the negative things about being a workaholic?
Besides any bad jokes comparing it to alcoholism?
Basically, if you're a workaholic, you don't get to enjoy the fruits of your labor. By the time you force yourself to take a break, you've become so used to working you don't know how to rest. It wears out both body and mind, leaving you an empty husk with nothing but the motivation to get more done.
Note: There is a...
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If someplace offered an "insanity discount" what would you do to take advantage of it?
I would attempt not to use it.
Because only sane people would be smart enough to try and fake insanity to use it.
The problem is, to get the discount you have to ask for it.
It's like a Catch-21.999 or something...
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Why do people find Lord Xenu less plausible than an omnipotent, infallible god creating the universe in 6 days and created evil, punishes it, created humans knowing that they would sin, and then sent His only son to earth as a blood sacrifice?
In all honesty? They're both unbelievable. The Bible admits it in I Corinthians 1 and 2! The reason of the "popular opinion" against scientology is simply familiarity, in my opinion.
The difference: Christianity, while beyond reason, is truth.
(Yeah, them's fightin' woids. I guess. Not necessarily meant to be, simply stating my opinion.)
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Who would you trust with your pin number?
My bowling ball.
Oh! You mean that credit card thingy? I purposely didn't memorize it so that I couldn't misuse it and take out all my cash to by ping-pong balls.
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Do you have a favorite Jethro Tull song? What is it?
Since I asked, it's only fair for me to answer.
"Locomotive Breath" or "Songs from the Woods" are my two favorites- can't choose between them!
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Which would you rather do? Be in a cold environment and pile on clothing, etc, to stay warm?... OR be in a hot environment and remove clothing, etc, to stay cool?
You can always pile on more clothing- but there's a point where you can't take more off. Eventually, anyway. So, I'd rather have cold.
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Why do people need recognition (awards, medals)? Isn't doing something good a reward in itself?
Different people are motivated by different things; it's actually an indicator of personality type in a number of tests. It's just one of the many ways we're different!
...and, if you think about it, we all demand recognition in the form of pay from our jobs!
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Do you feel like a man trapped in a man's body?
I thought something was wrong with me...
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Can the words of the bible be used as evidence in a court of law?
I doubt it; it might help to show motive, but usually evidence is something directly involved in the alleged crime (remember, innocent until proven otherwise!). I don't see how the words would be directly involved- for that, you'd probably interview witnesses. So, if someone quoted something, I suppose it would be evidence!
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Does batman deserve to be in the Justice League even though he has no real powers?
If you're serious about this, check out "JLA: New World Order" that came out in the mid-90's. It will actually be available in a good chunk of libraries. Batman is meant to be the peak of human perfection in deduction, plain smarts, and physical form. He can hold his own, particularly because people underestimate him. Basically, the entire story I suggested is based around...
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I was preparing lunch and noticed some Greek letters in my alphabet soup, as I looked a little further I found some Cyrillic characters, a few Mandarin Chinese symbols and some Tagalog things. Would this be like the best alphabet soup ever or what?
Dude! I want that alphabet soup for my son! And me!
So, what brand was it? :D
And, yes, it would be the best alphabet soup ever! It would be even better if there was a key on the label. And Hebrew letters, too!
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How did the Wizard of Oz's author come up with the name "Oz"? Hint: It's not the initials of someone's name.
As I recall, they were the letters on a filing cabinet he saw- as in, the contents of that cabinet were O-Z.
That's at least one legend I heard!
(By the way, the author's Frank L. Baum- and Oz ain't the only thing he wrote that was good!)
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What warnings or disclaimers should AB have? (i.e. warning may cause insomnia).
Warning: may cause detentions from homework not done.
Warning: may cause internet poisoning.
Warning: may cause thought.
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What is the first thing that comes to mind when I say France?
Flurry of images:
"Run away!"
Wine
Good food
Les Miserables
"When France sneezes, all of Europe catches cold"
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Do you have any hobbies you'll be able to do to keep you occupied when you retire, besides sit in front of the PC?
Reading comics.
Writing.
Telling stories no one listens to. See, I'm already ready for old age!
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If there could be one law put in to effect that would change the way society would be changed for the good, what would that one law be? THOUGHTS and OPINIONS.
I don't think any law would be able to effect society- laws cannot change hearts and minds.
On the other hand, I would love it if laws were enforced evenly and fairly- so rich or poor, whatever the race, whatever the religion, every law was applied evenly.
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How long have you and your closest friend been friends?
Discounting my wife (five years, maybe six) that would be Ben, whom I've claimed as a friend for about seven years.
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If you were to bring any fictional character (books, movies, plays, etc.) to life right now, who would it be and why that character?
Father Timothy Cavanaugh from Jan Karon's excellent Mitford books. I think it would be a pleasant conversation. Most other people I might want to have lunch with would end up with one or both of us getting shot by the many enemies that person had accrued!
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Will it be possibe that in the next ten years sun rays will be a source of electricity?
Aren't they already?
If a more efficient method of converting the rays to electricity is found- and cheaper to get the materials- I expect it will be much more adopted, and I hope it is!
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What is the first name of your first bf/gf and how old were you? Are you still with them?
Carly- I was 16, and then 17 when it ended. Sigh.
Although, looking back, I'm glad it didn't work out- we would have killed each other as spouses!
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Married guys – does your wife sometimes choose what you'll wear?
When I ask her to- but never elsewhen! Basically, I don't always trust my fashion sense. I trust hers!
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Out of your parents which of their personalities is yours most similar to?
Yes.
My sense of humor is a near-perfect blend of their's. I find I talk too much, like my mother, but my hobbies I get from dad.
So- yes.
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What religon are you for?
This is sorted in entertainment? Well, I suppose that works... :)
1) Christian
2) Confessional Lutheran
3) Wisconsin Lutheran Evangelical Synod
In that order!
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Will have dated my girl for a year this coming summer. Thinking about giving her a promise ring since next year in university will be a long-distance hardship for the relationship. I'll be only 20, I love her...should I give it to her for our one year?
I can't counsel as to whether or not you "should"- a ring won't keep the two of you together. Only your commitment to each other can do that.
However, she will likely love the ring, and it will be a very good symbol of your commitment. There are positives to such things- but if you intend this to be the precursor to engagement, you may want to talk seriously about...
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Have you ever had anything destroyed by a storm? What and when?
When I was younger, I was foolish and left a piano book outside, and storm struck. I still use the book, but it's a pain to turn the pages!
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My husband constantly wants to "get the point" on anything! When trying to explain or answer a question he has raised I am told that I am arguing with him. Why is he doing this?
It could be something very basic- that you have two different communication styles and he doesn't understand what you're trying to say, or at least how you're trying to say it. That frustration of not understanding communication can easily lead to anger and recriminations. Not saying it's right, but it happens.
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Guys: If you met a girl who was everything you were looking for, mentally, physically, and emotionally, would you still date her if she revealed that she was a single mother? Why or why not?
Assuming everything you said- her child would be part of that package, then. If she is appealing to me mentally, physically, and emotionally, that child is part of that package! So, yes, I would date her. Of course, that's if I was single- if I did it now, my wife would be rightfully angry with me!
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If you could be anywhere else in the world, other than where you are right now, where would it be?
Probably to visit my distant relatives in Sicily, and just relax over there for a bit.
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How many comic books do you own?
Depends how you count it.
I've gotten at least one comic a week my entire life until I was 25- when real life smacked me upside the head and I didn't have money anymore.
I also, starting when I was twenty, got a collection or two a week- collecting at least six issues, normally. If you count collections, I have well over the thousand's of issues worth.
Single issues?...
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If you were to only one child, what would you chose- a girl or a boy?
Boy- but that's only because I think they're easier to raise, being one myself! (note: I have no experience raising girls and have no sisters, so really, it's more a matter of experience than anything!)
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Doing a 11th grade research paper and need a little help...doing it on suicide i was wondering if you ever thought about it why did you? or do you think it's right or wrong? Thanks a bunch if you could answer need as many as i can get :) thank
When I was 17, after my first GF broke up with me. I did cut myself, but never seriously enough to cause permanent damage.
It is wrong- it is a complete waste of life and very selfish, as you look in on yourself and how hurt you are. Am I willing to admit there might be exceptions? Sure. But in general, it is wrong.
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What book have you read more times than any other?
Like Perryman, the Bible is the book I actually read every day.
If you mean non-religious, I have read "Island of the Blue Dolphins" by Scott O'Dell many multiple times because it was the first book I read with no help from anyone else. It's fun to go back on occasion and see where I started!
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I just got my tax check, how should I spend it?
I can think of a few deserving people to donate it to. :D
In all seriousness, my wife and I are planning 10% to church as a thank offering, a night out on the town with the two of us, and the rest to credit cards.
I'd suggest getting one thing for yourself or your family, and then spending the rest toward any debts, or saving it.
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Which amusement park attraction best captures your personality?
Funnel Cake Stand.
Which means I'm either really boring or really sweet... or both!
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I found out you can start your own religion, can gay people start their own religion? Then can they marry because of their beliefs?
If you live in the US, the answer is: yes and no.
Anyone can start a religion and register it for official recognition, bringing with it all the benefits that a clergy or a church-owned property can have. This includes marrying people. Anyone can be married in any religious ceremony.
However, the US government doesn't have to recognize any marriage except those that fall under their...
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What was your wedding song? And if you don't have one, what do you want it to be?
Do you mean the song we danced to at the reception? "Snowfoot Waltz" by the Divers.
We processed in the wedding to "At the Lamb's High Feast" and we recessed to "Jerusalem the Golden."
So, all the possible answers I can think of!
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Is it true that you can never stop liking someone?
It is possible to hold a torch for someone for your entire life, sure. And some people you will always have a soft spot for, simply because of those old feelings, even if you get happily married.
However, if you're asking if once you like someone you are basically condemned to like them forever- I'd say no. Feelings fade over time unless they are fed, and these feelings of...
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What's good in a quesadilla (sp?) besides cheese, beef, and chicken?
Refried beans are also very good with cheese. Try some tomatoes or green onions, too, and some bell peppers to add some taste. Of course, garnish with lettuce!
Shredded pork also works, but I personally prefer chicken.
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Honestly if you caught your S/O cheating red handed what would your instant reaction be?
Honestly? Initially just simple disbelief. I'd think I was in a nightmare or somesuch.
Once I got over that? I don't know. In the past, when I've discovered GF's cheating, it was through friends, not through my own eyes, so I have no experience in this end. I know betrayal would be my first feeling- but I don't know if it would go to rage or despair. No clue.
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Why not think about the times to come and not about the things that you've done?
um... this is under "Songs and lyrics"- if you're referring to a song, sorry, it's lost on me.
As far as the past vs. the future- the past effects the future no matter what. If you ignore the past, you're pretty much doomed to be confused, and repeat the same mistakes again and again.
On the other hand, yeah, it's better once you've learned your lessons...
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Is there such thing as "apologizing too much"? My friend told me once I apologize too much and it's really rather annoying. It's just that I feel like I've done things wrong if I don't! how do I stop?
Apologizing too much is, in my opinion, apologizing and continuing to apologize once one of your apologies has been accepted by the person you are apologizing to. If you keep on beyond that, it is almost like saying you did not believe the person that accepted your apology in the first place.
If you still feel guilty after the apology has been accepted, you could explain that you feel you...
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How many deists are there on AB? Everyone raise your hands high and proud!
It depends your meaning for deist- as has been pointed out, there can be some confusion.
If you mean the general belief that there is a God- absolutely. I am a Christian, so I get far more specific in that, but as an antithetical to the word atheist, yes, it fits me.
If you mean the technical word meaning, as I come to understand it, one that believes God "wound up the clock"...
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A team from your hometown is playing a team from the place you live currently. Who are you rooting for?
Hometown. Next to no question, unless there was something about that hometown team that rubbed me the wrong way! (which is not the case with any team I know of in my hometown!) -or if the franchise hadn't existed by the time I left my hometown. Which is the case in one of the minor league teams!
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What cliche in your school do/did you fit into? (preps, skaters, emos, weirdos, etc...) Do you look down on those not in your cliche? Also, would you be willing to change if you moved and you made friends in a diff. group you previously did not like?
I don't know if I fit into a clique- the only group I didn't routinely hang out with were athletes. I was involved with the musicians, which was one seperate group, actors, which was a different group, and the techs- who were called the "dirties." I hung out with them all, and actually ran a TV show (public access, go ahead laugh) that involved people from all three groups,...
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Does one ever see a ninja with a jetpack?
Only in really bad movies, or very ground-breaking movies. I, personally, have never seen one, but I'm going to have to start looking now!
...although it would have to be a stealth jetpak!
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Are you in a relationship?
Both my wife and I are currently in a relationship with each other. It works best that way.
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Who are your favorite classical composers? Which of their compositions are your favorite? In additions to composing did they also perform?
I currently am listening to Holst's the Planets quite often. I enjoy a good chunk of Beethoven. His third and fifth symphonies in particular. Also Copland, if you can consider him classical.
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Where did the expression " there is something rotton in Denmark " come from?
Shakespeare- Hamlet, if I remember right. It's a line in the play. Like many English expressions, it got its start from good ol' Billy Shakespeare.
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Are you a Star Trek fan?
Oh, yes. Deep Space Nine was my personal favorite of the series, but in general- yeas.
Really wish the DVD's would come down in price...
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What are your favorite foods at Applebee's that you just have to go there to get? I ask because I've worked there 10 yrs, and I just don't get it.
In the small town I lived in for four years, it was one of two places to go eat that wasn't country diner or fast food. So, we went there because there really wasn't much of a choice. However, I really did like their steak, as well as their blondie desert. I forget what it's called, sorry.
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Would you kindly direct me to hell?
Second door on the left.
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Would you rather only be allowed to eat raw hot dogs for the rest of your life, or have your pinky cut off?
Lose the pinky! I never use it for much...
Except piano... sigh... I would miss that pinky...
Can I choose it to be my left pinky? Please?
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Will capes/cloaks ever come back in fashion? What about top hats?
I hope so! I wear my cloak to the Renaissance Fair every year and love it. I used to wear it around college, but then, college is meant to be a little off!
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My two week old son sleeps almost constantly but does wake for feeds. My daughter at the same age was completely different ie awake almost all the time. Is is normal for a baby to sleep so much?
That young, my son slept almost constantly. As long as your boy's waking for feedings, he should be fine, unless you notice other symptoms I imagine you'd be familiar with, already being a parent- things like yellow skin and the like.
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Please take this quick survey.
1. How many times a week do you go out to eat with your family (including breakfast, lunch, and dinner)?
2. How many people are in your family?
Thanks! :)
We eat out about once a week on our own budget- more if people take us out! And it's me, my wife, and our six-month-old son.
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Why do people who do not believe in a God ask ridiculous and offensive questions about Him?
I think that a good chunk of the questioners are reacting to bad religious people- basically, the ones that are just as pushy and offensive as the questioners are. They get pushed, they're pushing back.
Just goes to show that Christians (speaking as one) should be the salt of the earth- but not the salt sea!
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We are under a winter storm warning, and I'm still at work, till 10 pm...should we be able to go home? I live in Indiana.
I know of no law that FORCES employers to send empoloyees home under such conditions- and in fact, depending your job, it could be horrible to do so. Imagine if doctors got sent home in such circumstances!
On the other hand, especially in commercial venues, I'd probably ask to be let go for the night, as there probably won't be enough business to merit my staying!
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If you could be on a 40 year mission to a habitable planet on another solar system, would you go?
If I could bring my wife and son- that would be so cool to go out among the stars. If I had to leave them behind, then no- I'd miss seeing so much of my boy's life!
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Whats the one thing in life you know your good at?
Story-telling- not necessarily writing, mind you, but sitting down with someone else and just telling a story. (Although I'd like to think I have writing skills, too!)
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Should The U.S have Expanded the War in 2003 by Invading Iran and Syria as well as Iraq in 2003 and allow Israel to re-invade Palestine and Lebannon?
um... no.
I still consider it an open question as to whether or not we should have gone into Iraq- much less tackling other nations!
"This Empire America" really shouldn't happen, in my humble opinion. Which is what all that would have lead to, one way or another.
And, unfortunately, may still happen.
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Envying someone is not good..but admiring someone is. Do you agree with that?
I think a certain level of envy can be good if channeled in the right direction. I envy your ability to encourage people, so I will strive to get that same ability. Basically, small envy in my mind is admiration with an edge. Envy gone overboard is very bad, though, and can lead to bad things.
Just as admiration can lead to bad things if you admire the wrong thing! If I admire Hitler, it...
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Who wrote the bible?
God used humans to write the exact words he wanted to have us read. He used their talents and knowledge to bring to light what he wanted known.
He still uses his power to preserve the words that he originally had written- as far back as we can see, there are no variants that affect doctrine, and what variants there are, are very minor- basically a difference of finding out if Jesus was in...
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What types of books (I'm thinking genre more so than specific titles) do you most like to read, and which types have you not gotten into but might like to try?
I generally read science fiction and fantasy, just because I need a break form reality. However, given the chance, I also read a fair amount of religious fiction, fiction about people with disabilities (like The Strange Case of the Dog in the Night-Time), children's novels, and Alternate history.
I've read a few Westerns, and liked what I've read. Given more time, I might try...
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What's the name of the tv anime where there is a sailor that eat spinach and become very strong?
Yup- Popey the Sailor Man. A DVD collection just became available within the last month or so, probably available for rental, if you're curious to find out more!
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Do you take your laundry out of the dryer right away, or do you come back to it much later?
We're in an apartment building- if we don't get the laundry out pretty quick, it'll likely either disappear or end up on the dirty floor. And we don't like either of those two options!
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Did you ever have to read parts of the bible in public school? If so did it offend you if you weren't of Christian faith?
Yes- because it was necessary that we understand certain teachings while reading "The Crucible" by Arthur C. Miller and "Inherit the Wind" by Author I Don't Remember.
Even as a conservative Christian, I'd rather not have the Bible taught in a public school. I'd rather not have it denounced either, mind you. The state rules in one sphere, the church in...
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Why is the younger generation all becoming atheists at the same time all of the sudden? I stopped believing in God when I was about nine or ten and I was calling BS in Sunday school, and it seems like a kind of random movement.
I don't think there's more, but I do think they are more vocal and are getting more attention than previous generations. Part of it is also the move away from established religion in general that has been going on for many years- but not necessarily to atheism.
Truth be told, Christianity- at least, Biblical Christianity- has never really had a lead, if that's what...
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Which is better for my credit score, to pay off one large debt or two smaller debts?
Paying off on time is what will affect your credit score. However, if you want to pay less money in the long run and you have enough money to run down one debt faster, pay the one with the highest interest!
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Men, how does your spouse feel about your family?
When she first met my parents, her only reaction was that "They explain you." She gets along with them just fine and likes them well enough, especially my little brother.
However, like me, she loves them... over there. We appreciate the fact that we live several hours away; it means when we see them it is a treat for all, and we don't get on each other's nerves.
Same...
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As a Christian woman, how can you truly believe god loves you if throughout the bible again and again he has persecuted women who commit the same crimes as men who ARENT persecuted, and created a system of Patriarchy that consistently puts women down?
Which specific examples are you thinking of? The instances that come to my mind are when MEN are persecuting- not God. The Bible relates many things, not all of which God approves of.
The Bible does make it clear that sin is sin- it doesn't matter who does it. So, punishment should not rely on gender.
As far as putting down women- Men are to be like Christ, the head of the church...
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I work in mental health and I have some co-workers that believe that mental illness is caused by demons...doesn't this seem like a bias, and couldn't that hinder their ability to do their job appropriately?
It depends on how those biases effect their performance; do they refuse to dispense drugs because it won't get rid of the demons? Then, yes, it hinders. Does it mean they say nothing to the patients but "Get back, satan!" Then, yes, it interferes.
But if it simply means they attribute the cause to something other than what you do, and that's where it ends, it simply...
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Say "no" to ... what?
Limericks!
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What are some good baby shower games?
At my wife's baby shower, her mom got a bunch of baby food jars and took off the labels. People had to guess what each food was simply by looking at it- no tasting!
I guess it was fun? Not my kind of thing, but I'm told it worked.
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To the dads out there: Do you look at the mother of your child differantly than you had before? sexually changed?
A little differently; we both have another responsibility now. I show her a lot more respect now.
Sexually different? I suppose- but mostly just because we're both so much more tired than before. She is still very attractive to me, though. That has not changed!
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Do you ever sit on your little brother? A female friend has recommended this as a good way to punish my annoying little bro! If you do this do you sit on his head or chest or what? How long do you sit there & what do you do during? Gimme some ideas plz!
I did this quite often with my little bro. I sat on his chest and pinned him so he couldn't move. Be careful to make sure he can still breath, though! I usually did it until he said "You win."
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If other star systems are receiving our TV & radio broadcasts years later, why aren't we receiving theirs?
If truly there are other beings out there sending out radio signals and such, it could be a couple of things:
1) they operate on a wavelength we don't monitor.
2) the signal has degraded through the many radiations in space
3)Maybe we are receiving, but we don't recognize it; maybe it is the white noise of space?
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Could it be that some countries just aren't ready for freedom or democracy? Is that a bad thing? Does a country have to want freedom to have freedom?
I would say some cultures aren't "ready" for democracy- and that's ok. Democracy is a good thing, but it is not the only good governmental system. Honestly, if you had a "benevolent dictator" as... Socrates (?) said, it would be very good for the nation! And Democracy doesn't necessarily mean freedom- the people can vote to take freedoms away, or still hold...
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I`m trying to think of a funny video idea, for my friend and i We are 15 and girls. Hep me !!!
One of the easiest and possibly funniest thing to do is a fake news broadcast. Just watch some SNL for ideas in this vein- and it doesn't have to be political. It can be just about anything.
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What kind of oil do you use most to cook with?
Extra-virgin olive oil- without a doubt! Great taste, if pricey compared with vegetable oil...
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What are some items that a new parent just can't live without?
Don't forget a passifier!
Also, a swing can be a very good thing to give that baby the motion feeling without necessarily having to use petrol for the car.
If you're breastfeeding, a breast pump is a necessity. If possible, an electric one.
Bottles also very important!
I will also repeat what has been mentioned above: Rags to wipe things up with! VERY VERY needed!
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What is your favorite science fiction movie in each of the last 5 decades?
Wow! Hard question!
2000's: Serenity
1990's: Star Trek: First Contact
1980's: Return of the Jedi
1970's: Star Wars
1960's: Return to the Forbidden Planet (or was that 50's?)
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I hope I can get back in time. What does that mean to you?
Depends the setting.
In everyday speech, I get the feeling someone's in a hurry to get to a location they've just come from on an urgent errand.
In a science fiction story, I get the feeling they're a time traveler.
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How do you pronounce that "Hhet/Chet" sound with the funky-almost-trill "H" at the beginning? I think it is in the end of Samekh also. I know how it sounds, but as I am learning hebrew, I also need to learn how to pronounce it. Help?
The way it was described in my classes was like the "Ch" at the end of "Bach."
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There are alot of questions about cheating, personally I know my S/O is not does anybody else know their S/O is not cheating on them? How do you know?
I know my wife isn't cheating for many reasons:
1) Trust. We love and trust each other- there is no reason to suspect her.
2) It's wrong, and my wife is a godly woman. She wants to do the right thing.
3) Opportunity. We're both so busy, even she wanted to cheat, there'd be no chance to do it!
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Gals, have you ever got slapped in the face by men? For what?
Yes- but it was in a part on a mock-TV commercial I filmed with some friends.
Oh! And when a then-girlfriend was angry at me for some random reason- I honestly don't remember what. Thorry.
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What’s the coolest antique you’ve purchased?
A first printing of "The Isle of Yew" written by Frank L. Baum, the same man who wrote the Oz series. Beautiful book, great story.
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What's something you own that you wish you could yardsale out of your life?
My son's 4 AM feedings.
Anyone looking to buy?
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What’s the best price you've paid for something at a yard sale?
$.25 for "I swapped my dad for two goldfish" by Neil Gaiman.
Great book. Great price!
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McDonald's or Subway?
Subway! Way healthier and hits my hunger more often. If I want fast food burgers, I'll go to Culver's or Burger King.
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I just watched a Family Guy where James Woods is nailed into a crate and stacked on top of other crates in a giant warehouse. I can't remember for the life of me what movie that's from. Anyone know?
Quite possibly Raiders of the Lost Ark, the first of the Indiana Jones movies- that's what scenes like that are most often parodying.
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Many are unsettled when others say that a death of a loved one is all part of God's plan. But sometimes, a death is so untimely & wrong, it had to be the Devil's plan, & that God had no hand in it. What would you think?
I would say that the devil may very well have had a hand in it; he doesn't want us to have the chance to know God! However, we can say that whatever happens, God will twist the events for his children- "All things work for the good of those that love him."
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What do you think of people who leave the movie theatre as soon as the credits start rolling?
I usually wait till the very end- which drives my wife absolutely nuts, as she's one of the ones that don't get it.
I like looking through the names. All those people helped put that movie together; if I enjoyed it, I want to at least give them the benefit of having their names read.
Also, the music at the end is one of two times in the movie (typically) where the musical...
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Three male hispanics tried to kidnap a 9 year old girl today. mother had taught her to run and scream from strangers. this she did. it worked. are enough parents teaching this manuever to their children?
I think many parents, especially in urban settings, do teach their children at least something similar if not the same tactic. The only problem with that is that if a stranger tries to help the child, the kid may well be too worked up to try to figure out who is helpful and who the "bad guy" is.
And, quick question- any reason you saw the need to add "hispanic" to your...
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How do YOU (specifically) prepare pork chops?
I usually just bake them in the oven, and then pour a chipotle sauce over them once they're out. Very simple and tasty.
My wife throws them in the slowcooker surrounded by baked beans, honey, and brown sugar. Also very, very good, and very, very simple.
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How do i tell my parent that i cut myself. we have to go somewhere soon and its going to be hot where we are going. which means wearing short sleeves and revealing my scars. i cant think of how to tell them. PLZ HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
You say you have scars; does this mean that you used to cut yourself, and now you've stopped? If that's the case, then you need to sit down and be honest with your partner about your past.
If it's something current, then you also need to tell your partner the whole truth- why you do it, what causes you to do it. If this is something current, you do need to get some help in...
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I just bought a new accer computer equipped with Vista. Everytime I've run a bit torrent client (Azureus and UTorrent so far) it pretty much locks up my computer (shutdown time increases from about 20 seconds to 2 hours+) Any ideas? Thanks Bliss
I also have an Acer with Vista; I've never encountered your problems, but I also don't use either of those services- I use Bitlord, never had any issues. Maybe try that one?
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If you loose all your money what would tou do, what's going to happen with you?
Assuming that I've lost not only all my money, but my job and all immediate prospects of jobs- because, honestly, I live pretty much check-to-check so I'm almost always "out of money"-
My first thought is of my wife and son. Probably contact either family or my school, which has an excellent track record of taking care of emergency situations. Also contact my church, as...
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Which job do you think you're not emotionally strong enough to handle?
Working for Hospice and having to constantly "say goodbye" to everyone I become friends with.
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Could receiving Grace or obtaining a state of Grace be the same state of mind achieved by those who meditate and become enlightened?
Same state of mind? It might give the same human outward effects of peace of mind and tranquility, sure.
The difference would be in standing before God, which is something totally outside the human brain. Those who "receive grace" have received a free gift. Those who meditate outside of that are either not attempting to become right with God and are concentrating on their own peace...
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Would Jesus cut down a tree?
Sure- but not only to cut it down. He would do it for a purpose- for instance, as material to build, using his carpenting skills. He would not waste the material.
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How old were you when you started driving lessons? How old were you when you passed it? And how many times did it take you to pass it?
16, 16, and once.
I actually had no reason to drive- my friends took me anywhere I needed to go. It took my parents forcing me to go to drivers' ed that finally made me want to get my license.
And then I carted my friends around. Sigh.
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Apart from having someone close to you die, what was the saddest thing that ever happened in your life ?
Wanting to die myself when I was younger- just being ready, because my GF broke up with me and ended up moving in with another guy. She was my first GF to boot. I didn't see any possibility of going on, wince I would never find anyone else as good...
And THAT was sad. Thankfully, I went on to have a number of healthy relationships and am now happily married- and we have a son!
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Is it difficult for you to get over your first impression of a person?
Not normally; I understand that people have up and down days. Plus, I've given so many bad first impressions myself, I don't want to put someone else on the spot!
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Do you believe that people who pay no attention to spelling or grammar in their answers or questions can inadvertently convey the wrong message?
Absolutely!
Simple, one word answer.
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When was the last time you read a comic book?
Last night- a reprint of an old Martian Manhunter. Before that... Friday, when I was at my very part-time job at the comic shop. Green Lantern!
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What is the worst moment for your pants to fall down?
Running from a blazing fire! Eegads!
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If it is past your bedtime, what is keeping you up?
School. :)
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What do you suggest for wedding bands as in the rings?
I also suggest simple; the styles may go out of style, if that is your worry. I myself just like simple. Both my wife and I have simple white gold bands, and hers has a simple diamond on her wedding band, with the lowest setting possible.
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What in your opinion, is the spookiest or scariest musical instrument and why?
Violins, just for the "unnatural" sounds they can make- but a well-placed bell can also be very, very creepy, simply because the bell is usually an "innocent" instrument.
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When you post a comment on ab does it show up or does it just keep saying posting comment until you refresh the page?
I've had this problem many times and on comments I feel are important I've learned to copy-paste into a separate file. No clue why it does it, but it does "hiccup" like that for me maybe a tenth or so of the time.
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What would you do if everything you touched turned into Skittles? How would you answer the phone?
...would the Skittles I touched turn into more Skittles?
I know I'd have a real hard time brushing my teeth! I'd have to ask someone else to turn on the TV, too, or turn the pages in my books... Arg! It would be worse than the Midas touch!
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What is your favorite season, and why?
Heh- I just finished typing "Favorite TV Show as a kid" and I read this as "Favorite TV season" -implied- on DVD. That's how I read it... OK, better now!
Probably summer, just since I get to spend more time with my family and relax a titch more. But just a titch.
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What do you think is fun that other people would consider boring?
Reading in general.
I also really enjoy translation- for my training, I have to learn Koine Greek and ancient Hebrew. I've greatly enjoyed both, and during Summers when I'm not forced to use my knowledge I usually put it to work anyway translating old passages.
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Whats your favorite tv show?
It changed as I grew...
Started with Thundercats!
Moved on to Ducktales and that whole slate of Disney cartoons.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles a little later.
Cycled back to Disney with Gargoyles.
And mixed in there was F-Troop and Get Smart, along with Gilligan's Island and the Muppet Show in the summer when I could watch daytime television.
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Which do you like, Pepsi or Coke?
Totally depends my mood and what food I'm having; if I'm having pizza, it almost must be Coke. If I'm just thirsty and am having it with a snack, Pepsi, usually.
So... yes!
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If a question about a hot topic (sex, religion, abortion, class, etc) creates free and full debate, surely it is helpful. Why do people give "unhelpfulness poiints" for it?
It may be the phrasing of the question as already expecting a certain answer that that person disagrees with. An extreme example: "How could anyone be so stupid to believe..." That may very well get negative points just because it's already biased in the asking, and very clearly so!
On the other hand, if something is asked in all honesty and wanting to start an good...
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How do you feel about the public release of bodily functions? Any and all apply-sneezing through urination...
Having worked with a population that didn't all have control over their functions, I think I have more tolerance than most- I understand there are so many medical conditions that cause us to lose control. I guess a feeling of understanding and trying to help that person save face.
Except for sneezing. For some reason I think sneezing in general is funny.
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A snow day and Valentine's Day! How could it get any better?
Being snowed in with your valentine- that would be heaven!
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The question is asked one or two years ago, are you still going to answer it anyway?
If I know the answer and it's not immediately time-sensitive, sure! The question still needs an answer!
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My wife is Pregnant!!!! Does anyone else understand the Joy I feel? It seems it can't be compared.
Congrats! My wife and my first child is now almost six months old. I remember that overflowing joy very much! It will grow with time; keep that joy! I hope and pray your child continues in health and happiness!
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I read an essay about China's Internet Regulation. The essay basically says that there are many web sites that are blocked there. Are you from China? If you are, what do you think about being blocked from web sites that are perfectly fine?
I find the question here interesting- I don't like a nation deciding which sites are good or not, but at the same time this question betrays a very Western view- that culturally wouldn't necessarily be asked in China!
Basically, Eastern and Western views of authority are very different (noting I am generalizing and simplifying; I recognize it's more complicated than that!)....
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I'm going to participate for the Doodle for Google contest and I am trying to think of the problems of the world and put them in the logo. What would be those problems? I already have global warming. Serious answers please.
Child abuse; destruction of disabled minorities; genocide; there are plenty out there!
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Why do marvel and dc comics have such similar characters?
In what way do you mean? In the end, when dealing with "superheroes" there is only so many variations you can do with superpowers and basic origin stories. Although, if you think that "avengers" and "Justice League" are similar, I would urge you to actually read some of the more modern stories- they are very different!
It's much the same as television- why...
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Have you ever had to visit a doctor or a hospital to have an object removed from your body (inside or out)?
I had a wart removed from the bottom of my foot. I left it at the hospital; had no desire to take it home with me.
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What is the one thing in your refrigerator right now that should be thrown out?
Honey-mustard my wife made about a year ago and hasn't been touched since.
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Are thrift stores a good place to get maternity clothes with not a lot of money? Or any other sugestions.
It won't necessarily make you feel good, but my wife found some great pants at a "Plus size" section that fit her that were greatly marked down. Check out the "plus size" sections. She could never find anything at thrift stores, though- if you find something, snatch it up!
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What made you fall for you "first love"?
She kissed me and didn't seem to mind.
I guess I had low standards!
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What would you do if you were surrounded by a swarm of bees?
Stand very, very, very still. And try to breath anything that might bother them.
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Do you celebrate Easter?
Very much so! It so cool to come out of the time of Lent, where we live in repentance and see what our sins deserve in everything Jesus did for us, and then to come to Easter and see that Jesus was indeed triumphant over death and hell! There is little I look forward to more on an annual basis.
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According to christianity how tall was adam?
Bible doesn't say; I'm unaware of any Christian traditions, but I'm guessing there are a few Jewish folktales that mention what they thought about it.
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Why should I believe in God?
Do you have a voice inside you that tells you that something is right or wrong? Is there such a thing as right and wrong? If so- who decided? And if there is no such thing as right or wrong- then what happened on 9-11 is perfectly all right, isn't it?
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If you were given 100,000,000.00 dollars and told you had one month in which to spend it .. how would you spend it?
Take my wife out for a REAL night on the town- well, more than one town, I imagine!
Donate quite a bit to my church in general, as well as specific projects. Set up a scholarship fund or ten.
Invest, invest, invest, so I can hopefully live off the interest after the original money disappears.
Oh, that and buy a few publishing houses. Just for the fun of it.
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What did you think of the movie "The Last Mimzy"?
Haven't seen the film- but the short story it's based on is very good!
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If you could have your own business and money was no object, what would you do?
Retail business: Comic shop, with a wide selection of games as well!
Private business: Group home company that supports clients and doesn't have to worry about whether or not they'll be able to pay the staff
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Parents throwing their babies into dumpsters because they do not want them is unacceptable. Why isn't God throwing "his children" into hell because they don't accept him viewed as unacceptable to many? Does anyone see where I am coming from?
um... sorry. I agree that parents throwing their babies into dumpsters is not just horrible- it is damnable. I just don't understand your question- I see it's supposed to be an analogy, but I don't get it. Please explain?
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Would you pay $10 a month to use AB?
Another vote for "no"- this is a great distraction, but I have no money to pay for it with!
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Which continent, south america or africa, is closer to the arctic ocean
...I believe Africa ends up being farther North, so it's closer to the Arctic.
Did you mean antarctic? Then... well, I suppose it depends on whether you mean "mainland" continent or any of the islands that are usually grouped with the continent!
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I need help. i am writin a english paper about home school vs. public school. i already have my intro. i need help w. a thesis statement i dunno what 2 write. n i also need help figurin out what a transition paragraph is can someone pls help.
First a question of my own: How in heck did you write an intro without knowing the thesis? The intro should introduce your main point- which is the thesis!
Basically, what's the point of your paper? That both methods work fine? That one is better? What does your research tell you? That will be your thesis- in this, I imagine it'll basically be an opinion you back up with facts,...
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What has lead several empires to decline and eventually fall?
Human nature trying to grab more power than it can handle, and getting destroyed because of it.
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Is faith actually "Non-thinking"? Science always questions established dogma, yet faith rarely does.... or does it?
I've heard "horror stories" of religious teachers not allowing students to ask questions in class. I really don't get that.
I encourage people to ask questions. I have nothing to hide! And if I don't know the answer, which does happen often enough, I simply ask for some time to find it, or try to give the tools for them to find the answer themselves.
Faith should...
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Who is the fatest man in the world
The Flash! Duh!
OK, not a serious answer... sorry, I have no clue, but I couldn't resist... Yeah, I'm a comic fan...
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If you were forced to eat nothing other than a your choice of restaurant for the rest of your life, which restaurant would you choose? (Fast food, whatever)
This is a great question!
um... er... Probably something along the lines of a GOOD Old Country Buffet- the most variety, so hopefully I don't get too bored with the food! Plus, they serve more than one meal- big plus!
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What would AB be like if no-one made a mistake or said something risky? Boring? Don't you agree that this is what makes AB fun? Without the controversial posts this would be as dull as dishwater...
It's very cool when people can debate without being offensive- "You're stupid for believing that!" etc. Answerbag does help do that to some extent!
On the other hand, the "fun" questions that no one debates about- those take up an equal amount of my time!
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Where do the dinosaurs fit into the bible shouldnt they be somewher near the begining? i couldnt find any mention of them last time i skimmed through one.
It's true the Bible doesn't mention dinosaurs- but the US Constitution doesn't mention Hessians, and the book "The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich" doesn't mention Austrian Waltz. It has to do with the subject matter-
The Bible focuses on God and his relationship with humans- or lack thereof. Why mention dinosaurs? They hardly play a part in our relationship...
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Is it irresponsible to eat an unhealthy diet knowningly, with constantly eating at fast food places,and drinking soft drinks,thus ignoring the consequences of bad health?
I think it could be irresponsible-
Do you have only money for fast food, and otherwise you don't get to eat? Do you do it only occassionally? Do you eat there because you have mental deficiencies and that is the only place you know how to get food from (unfortunately, it does happen)?
In general, I would say that it is irresponsible- but there are exceptions.
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What did God occupy himself with before he created everything?
Well, I'd say there was no "before" because there was no time. So... um... hard to say.
Boggles the mind, don't it?
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My girlfriend of 3 months sais she loves me however she is constantly hiding text from me and lying about it. she is in my bed everynight . she also text people till 3am with me in the room and mostly guys is she cheating?
I don't think she's cheating- but it does sound like she's got a problem! She may be addicted- in a way- to texting. Especially if she feels she must do it so often!
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How can you stop ur neighbors from being sooo competiteve?
If they're competing with you, just stop doing whatever it is they're competing in, and when they bring it up, tell them you don't care. Make sure you really don't care if you say that, though!
If it's two separate neighbors competing with each other- if/when you talk with them, mention annoying it must be to have to constantly compete. ...with this situation, I...
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Are tv company to blame for tv addiction on americans
Americans are to blame for tv addiction of americans!
It's true that the producers of programs try to put out things they think will get "consumed"- they want to keep their jobs! But they force no one to watch it- each individual viewer, ultimately, is responsible for watching.
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Could you ever give up your computer or your internet connection?
We recently had to do it- our connection was costing too much money, and when it comes to rent or internet, we go with rent.
Then, after about... two months? We found a cheaper deal we could afford, and now have the 'net again. I missed it lots. I is glad to have it back!
So- yes, I could give it up, and have. But I prefer having it!
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Why does your God need so many people to protect it with negative points given here? Doesn't that make it incompetent instead of omnipotent?
Heh. I would say those who give negative points for any reason other than blatant disrespect are in the wrong- even if they think they're doing something ridiculous like "protecting God"- as if he needs it!
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What number has a special meaning for you?
351- because it is the time in the morning we named my television show back in high school. We named it 351.
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Around how many pages is a 2000 word report essay?
I just wrote a paper that was 1997 words that ended up being just over three full pages single-spaced.
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What is the worst thing you could do when meeting your partners parents for the first time?
Confusing which is the mom and which is the dad.
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If a child is home alone and the parents are not around to limmit his tv should the tv company controll the time
It shouldn't be something that the TV company needs to control; however, parental controls are a nice thing if the parent knows how to use them.
It's more up to the parents to teach responsibility than anything.
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When answering questions involving infidelity many ABers use STDs as the reason that men & women should not have outside relationships. Do people get get married because they think that marriage is the only way to avoid STDs?
In the end, I think a lot of people could argue for against infidelity as being right or wrong- it's just not something people agree on, unfortunately. STD's are just a fact, something that can't be argued- protection or not, the risk is higher if you have multiple partners, no matter how marginal.
As far as getting married to avoid STD's- well, I hope that's never...
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According to the quiz at: http://minnesota.publicradio.org/projects/ongoing/select_a_candidate/poll.php?race_id=13. I should support Obama...which candidate does it have pegged for you?
I just tried going there, and the link appears broken- is there another way to find the quiz? I'd like to take it! Maybe it's just my computer, I admit, but if you could double-check, I'd appreciate it!
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Do you think personality and intelligence biologically based?
I think the biology can give a person a leaning- a tendency to lean one direction or another in both intelligence and personality- for instance, a shorter temper can be influenced by biology. However, it is only a leaning- something that can be overcome or can be used as an excuse if someone wanted to.
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Do you believe you have the ability to love one person until you die?
Yes; I believe that most people have the ability. The problem comes when people give in to temptation, don't believe themselves, or think that love is something that should come without any kind of effort.
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What's your favorite "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine" episode?
This is a hard question! I do believe it would be "to the Stars by Hard Ways" or "Those you Leave Behind"- both emotionally very powerful! Also, "Those you Leave Behind" brings the entire series, with all the many plotlines, to what I thought was a very nice conclusion.
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What's your favourite Star Trek series?
Personally, I loved Deep Space Nine- the only one with a continuing story that I thought made sense. Yeah, Voyager was trying to get home, but if you watch throughout, that is the only through plotline.
Deep Space Nine also had two of my favorite characters- Odo and Quark!
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Is 18 too young to get engaged after been together 2 years?
It's not too young- but I would ask for opinions of adults, especially married ones, that you respect. Also talk to your clergyperson if you have one. These people, who know you, will be able to help you deal with any issues that may arise because of your relative youth. They will also be able to aid you in judging whether or not you are mature enough to handle marriage!
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How can I legally keep my minor daughters harmful 18 year old boyfriend away from her if she wants him around. She is emotionally disturbed and does not know what she is doing.
If she is truly a minor (under 18) in most states she is legally "chatel," that is, a possession that you can control. I would not suggest going about it by simply saying that to her, as it would probably greatly damage your relationship, but technically, as long as it's not abuse, you can do whatever.
You do own your home, or rent. You have full say over who comes onto that...
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Is Garfield a lazy couch potato or a very clever predator?
He does know how to hunt the clever lasagna.
It would be interesting to see Garfield comment on the Road Runner...
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What did you do, or will you do, on your 18 birthday?
Wow... I expected more "happy" answers in this question!
Myself? I had all four wisdom teeth pulled. I did not eat cake- or much else- that day.
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Shar-Pei diem: seize the wrinkled dog!
Can you come up with some fun variations of "Carpe diem"?
Carpe DM (for those who role play)- What you do to the gamemaster when he kills your character.
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What's the most unusual D&D character you've ever created and been allowed to play? (Mine's a troll paladin, btw.)
Two that tie:
Gaershir, the half-elf half-orc that was chaotic stupid. Barbarian. He liked to eat chalk.
I also had a Cleric of Cleese, who somehow got a hold of the full run of Monty Python and it warped his mind. He could do anything they could do, but had to use their logic.
Otherwise, my characters are usually pretty serious. I did once play a grandmother who used to be a trained...
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What is blocking love from entering your life?
Stupid firewall... I told it to let me view "love", but it keeps blocking it!
In all seriousness, I'm with AB Guy- I got love in my wife and through my faith.
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Shar-Pei diem: seize the wrinkled dog!
Can you come up with some fun variations of "Carpe diem"?
Carp-e diem: Seize the fish!
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Do you feel its good to have a woman as president, since so many of our problems are coming from arab countries. who don't regard women to highly?
It would all depend her platform and her record of supporting that platform (as opposed to just saying she votes for things and never actually did). I would have no problem with it, assuming I could support the platform! (and not as a 2 x 4)
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Do I have a soul? Do you? What causes you to believe as you do?
Unless you're an incredibly sophisticated computer machine programmed to ask this, I imagine so.
Of course, if the computer itself thought this up, I might have to rethink the bit about computers not having souls... :)
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What do you do when you have a best freind who everyone hates. She is a bit bossy, rude, controlling and etc. Do you stick up for her and ruin your social life...or do you join the whole crowd and keep your social rank?
I've got a close friend that none of my other friends are fond of. We typically hang out at separate times, then. As far as when others disparage, I usually either tell them to stop, rather forwardly, or I'll say something positive in response and change the subject. In general, I don't want to talk the negative about anyone, unless it's to try to find a way to encourage...
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If blue is green and green is blue what colour (color for you people that speak "english") is yellow?
Switching around ROYGBIV would make Yellow Indigo, just flip-flopping the "Color spectrum" on a point inbetween blue and green.
But then, I could just been "English." :)
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What is the most touching thing your child has ever said to you?
"geh"
What can I say? He's only five months old.
Look forward to hearing good things, though!
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Say a guy goes out with you then dumps you for your best friend and then dumps her and trash talks her to you AND then tries to get back together with you what would you do? HELP!!!
One more vote in the negative- slap the guy next time he comes near you, or if you can afford it and you're at a bar, throw the drink in his face.
And, if you want to be mean and he still doesn't back off, immediately turn to the nearest person and start talking about him.
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Who has more freedom: children or adults?
Children have more freedom. Adults have more perceived freedom!
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Does anyone, collect or know of anyone who collects Yu-Gi-Oh cards? what would someone pay for a holographic Red-Eyes B. Dragon?
First, you need to make sure it's authentic- a lot of cards pass for real during tournaments and such, but if you're planning on selling, the criteria is usually a bit higher.
Then, you need to take a look at where you're selling it. If you're planning to go to your local card shop, you probably won't get a lot of money- at this point, though the game hasn't...
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What is your favorite place to go to be alone?
There is a beach on a small lake not too far from where I recently moved from- Lake Hanska. It's usually abandoned and quiet. Great place to just do nothing and relax.
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I am a percussionist by trade; I am thinking of switching to a brass instrument, particularly Mellophone, in order to march drumcorp. How difficult would this be? I have no previous experience with wind instruments.
Hey! No need to give up the percussion- you may just have to switch specialty. There is always the pit, though then you wouldn't be marching. Plenty of other percussionists march, though. Plus, you wouldn't have to worry about embature and all that!
Although, if you did switch, you might get farther with something with a lower register, as was noted in another answer. Unless you...
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Like in the movie Stranger than Fiction, whose voice would you like to narrate your life?
Patrick Stewart. Especially if he's on the top of his game, like his one-man show version of A Christmas Carol.
Or maybe Robin Williams. Because he can do voices.
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Do we need to beat the Russians in the voyage to Mars or is it naturally theirs, being the red planet?
lol!
I really don't see the need to rush out there faster than anyone else. I'm a huge sci-fi fan, so personally, I'd love to see us get out there in my lifetime, but I really don't see a pressing need. We've got enough to keep us occupied on one mudball- no need to go visit another!
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I am 19 and I had a heart attack , have one lung due to cancer, and have scoliosis, should i apply for disability?
It is very difficult to get disability from the US government; you can certainly apply, but don't expect it. However, if you have other insurance from work or possibly from parents yet- YES! You're gonna need it, from all that!
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My son starts daycare soon and I'm trying to figure out how much breastmilk I will need to send him with him for the day. Its hard to tell how much he's eating since he's breastfeeding. How many ounces does a 7 week old need at each feeding?
My wife and I faced the same problem a few months ago; at that point, my son ended up eating about four ounces a feeding.
If you haven't been, and you intend to continue breast feeding, start pumping now and pump often! My wife has a constant struggle to make sure there's enough milk at daycare.
And, yes, if you haven't yet, do get the kid used to a bottle. It will...
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What is the dirtiest job you have ever done?
Depends on how you look at it:
Either my time as a herdsman at a pig farm, having to clean up the dead sows. In June, they got to be very maggotty. And gross.
Or my time in a group home, taking care of Alzheimer's patients and cleaning up after much defecation all around a house.
So, what's worse then? Cleaning up after humans or pigs? I much preferred the group home, personally.
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Have you ever been used? Why did that person use you, if you don't mind me asking?
Yep. A girlfriend (now long ex-) thought it would be fun to have multiple boyfriends without telling one another. So she had a blast, and when we found out about each other, her fun,well, ended.
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Are you ready to settle down with one person?
Well, my wife would certainly hope so!
...er, yes!
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I am a working mom. Is it wrong to feel like you are about to "lose it" after staying home with a 19 month old, who has the flu - all week (She has been sick since Sunday!) Bless your hearts all of you stay-at-home moms!!!
Heh. My wife works about six hours a day; otherwise she's with our son, who's about five months old. She also feels the need to pull out hair on a regular basis. It's normal!
The key is: remember, remind yourself how much you love the kid. And find ways to get away! Obviously, you've got work, but if it ever comes back- make sure you can take a break, even for five...
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If im living with my boyfriend, does that mean im living in sin? should we brake up in order not to be, or get married? i love him but i don't think we are getting married any day soon but one day we will.
According to the Bible, any sex outside of marriage is wrong. Living together does not necessarily mean sex, but it certainly is a huge temptation if it isn't already happening!
If you're concerned about serving God, and you still wish to keep your boyfriend, as your question states, I would be upfront with him: You want to please God, and among other things (this is not the only...
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If you were to adopt would you want a child of the same race as you?
Honestly- I would probably go for a child with special needs, knowing they would likely be the "last one picked." Also having worked in that job sector, I know what goes into raising such a person. Not the same as being family, I know, but I think I'd have a better handle on it than most others. Race really wouldn't factor into it as far as I'm concerned. The only thing...
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What would you say to a glass of perfectly chilled beer?
You look good, you smell great, but can you introduce me to Ms. Smirnov over there?
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So, you take your 15 yr old to a mental health professional... its been recommended that to save your family AND your child from further harm and distruction, you should send your child away to a treatment center 4 states away, for 1 year, would you?
I would question the necessity of that particular institution. Nearly every state has good institutions within their borders; you may have to send the teen to a place a few hours away, but unless it is a very, very rare problem, there is no reason to send out-of-state.
Go get that second opinion from another mental health professional; if it is necessary to send so far away, see if there is...
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How do unborn babies grow
Pretty much the same way you or I do- their cells divide, based on the amount of nutrients they get. The get those nutrients from the mother, through the umbilical cord.
If you're looking for more advanced, detailed descriptions, comment to this answer and I'll get you some websites. There are amazing pictures out there of unborn babies!
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I am trying to find a storyline in the Batman comics possibly late 80s, early 90s, in which Batman and Manbat fight or meet in a church bell tower of belfry? Any help would be great. Thanks.
I... believe it was an annual, Year One, that's collected in "Batman: Four of a Kind" which collects the four "Year One" stories printed in the Bat-annuals that year. The other origins were Poison Ivy, Riddler, and Scarecrow.
That's my only hunch- as a warning, I haven't read that since it first came out, so it could be very wrong.
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My boss likes to tell me to do the same things over and over, even after I already did it (and she usually knows I did it). How do I tell her its getting annoying.
Pretty much just do what LAPD said- if she's doing it as a joke in relatively poor humor, just repeat the joke back, ad nauseum.
She told you to go wax the cat. You tell her you already did it. Ask her what's next. She tells you to wax the cat. You tell her you already did it. Ask her what's next. Take up her time just as much as she's wasting yours.
Or, depending...
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When you ring the wrong number, do you put the phone down without saying anything? Or do you say sorry and then hang up?
I usually ask to make sure it's a wrong number- a friend might have picked up the phone instead of who you're actually calling. I actually have my wife pick up the phone when my cell rings just to confuse people on the other side if its a number I don't recognize!
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How do I know if he likes me
If you believe the old song, "It's in his kiss."
However, guys end up showing that at many different ways, depending on age, temperament, and experience. The easiest way might also be the most direct- just ask him. Or, do it another way- have a friend ask him. I'd been known to do both to find out if girls like me!
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Did anyone else get lots of snow where you live last night?
Oh yes! I ended up skipping both classes and work- well, I called in to let them know I wasn't coming, but you get the idea.
Lots of snow! Bad driving! Hooray!
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Who is your favorite on "Desperate Housewives"? WHY? Okay to select one of the males - not just the HWs themselves).
Sorry to give another non-answer, as I've never seen the show, but from this standpoint- whoever Nathan Fillion plays!
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Who know anything about the extra money we will get back on our 2008 refund? Do you know a good source for information?
Actually, from what I know, that is a state issue and not federal. Check at your local library, they may have information. Otherwise, for more info here, you'd probably have to give the state you live in.
Of course, this assumes that you live in the US and not some other nation that does taxes!
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Do you agree with the insurance companies to check your cellphone record to see if while you were using it may have led to an accident?
It would depend on your insurance- does it say on there that if they insure you, they have the right to do so? Especially if they're up-front about it, it makes sense to me.
On the other hand, if there was no such clause in the coverage, I would probably fight it as an invasion of privacy.
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If ilived with my girlfreind for 11/2 years and she moved out can she take me for anything?
Probably not; common law marriage, at least in the states, is something that is actually a lot harder to attain than "normal" marriage- for instance, you would have to have actually told people and represented yourselves as being married.
On the other hand, there is always the possibility of her suing for damages of some kind, claiming that what you currently own should be hers....
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Is it legal for a 21 year old male to date a 16 year old female in the State of Nebraska?
As far as I know, it's legal to date- with nothing sexual going on.
However, it would be a very good idea to at least get parental consent, and probably far safer just not to do it! Wait two years!
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Which is hotter: tan lines or no tan lines?
If it's a "natural" tan line- something gotten while working or playing outside- no problem! If it's something gotten while "tanning" that's a huge turn-off for me. If a woman- or man- is actively trying to look better, for some reason that turns me off. I much prefer seeing the person as they are "naturally"- no make-up or anything.
But other men...
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Have you ever found a real treasure at a thrift store, like Goodwill? like paying $2.99 for a first edition book and later discovering it was worth $75.00?
Not exactly like that- in my studies, I have to buy a good number of expensive books. My mother-in-law, who works at a thrift shop, found a pile of books that she paid 25 cents each for a pile of twenty books that all together new would be well over three hundred dollars. (this is on the cheaper end of the books I have to buy, by far!)
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Guys: does it bother you if a woman has stretch marks?
It doesn't bother me in the least that my wife has them. (from pregnancy)
To be honest, I don't know how I would feel if I was dating a girl with them; I'd like to think it wouldn't matter, but I don't know.
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Are you ashamed or afraid of failures in life?
Depends which failure, of what nature, you mean. If it is a failure of morals or ethics, definitely ashamed. If it's a huge risk, especially monetary, more afraid.
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When you were a child, did you think life would get better and better the older you became?
Oh, heck yeah! I had plans for all that money I'd get- hundreds of dollars a paycheck?! Do you have any idea how many comics you could get for that? Or toys?! Wow!!
And now, I get those paychecks. And spend them on silly things like bills. Alas.
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Is it appropriate to send a spiritual bouquet, to the family of a deceased priest?
It would be easiest to check with another clergymember of the same church or church body; most, though, as far as I know, would have no problem with it unless the bouquet comes with an overt statement on a card or somesuch that is very much against everything the priest taught.
Basically, I imagine it would be appropriate as long as done in good intention- which, by simply asking the...
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Do you think there should be a little display showing how many users are logged on to answerbag?
I wouldn't mind, except it might be a bit misleading; my computer has me constantly logged in, and since where I take classes my computer is constantly on wi-fi, it would say I was on when I was nowhere near looking at the sight!
That being said- I wouldn't mind it. Might give me an idea if the other person was likely to respond quickly- but then, if they were in a situation like...
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What is your favorite all time movie and why is it your favorite?
Serenity!
Though Lord of the Rings, taken as a whole, ranks up there.
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What does your perfect house need? Don't let reality restrict you.
A library with a roaring fireplace and some really comfy chairs.
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Do you eat only when you are hungry or do you eat just because "it's time to eat"?
Yes; usually, if I know it's the normal time to eat and I won't likely get the chance to eat later, I'll eat whether or not it's time to.
And then I eat a snack if I'm hungry.
These two things do not make a good combination, let me tell you!
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I am a bit confused too the whole thing about evolution and the natural selection theory of Darwin's. I had a chat with a friend yesterday about it and it seems that I am being ignorant to believe in these theories. What are your opinions?
Many scientists do accept evolution as truth; they also, generally, assume that if a god exists he or she or it does not intervene- ever. It also assumes that what is observed now is how it has also been.
Does adaptation equal a change of "kinds" as listed in Genesis? (although Christians are NOT the only ones who object to macroevolution; they just get the most press in America)...
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Roll call! Who's online right now?
Reporting for duty! May I clean the latrines for you, SIR?!
(Please, no, my wife makes me do enough around the house as it is!)
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Just how much do you love rootbeer?
It's creamy goodness causes me to shout in joy. I fantasize about my next sip, even now.
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OK Dad's, answer me this: Do you men really appreciate what women go through to give you babies? I really need to know!
It depends what you mean by appreciate!
I am extremely thankful for what my wife went through in being pregnant and giving birth. I would not have been nearly as patient as she was!
Do I appreciate it in fully comprehend every moment of pain and joy? I never will be able to; but I am thankful for what she did, nonetheless.
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Im a christian but i came up wit an idea... why does so many bad things happen to people in life and they blame god?
Because people (Christians, myself included) will do anything they can to not own up to something bad being their own fault.
Also, when it comes to natural disasters, who else would there be to blame?
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Why do a lot of the same people who don't like Harry Potter for it's magic and sorcery believe in the stories of the bible, which have Jesus walking on water, people being brought back from the dead and water turning into wine? What is the difference?
For a lot of those people, they take very seriously the warnings of the Bible to stay away from sorcery. They believe even fiction about such things is dangerous. As a conservative Christian, I disagree- the Harry Potter books, as far as I've read them, are quite enjoyable! (I've only gotten through book five- just trying to stay ahead of the movies.)
On the other hand, the Bible...
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Has anyone got any good questions to ask while at my daughters parents evening?
What kind of parents' evening is this? For a day care? An elementary school? An after-school club or society she's in? A church group? Some other kind of club?
One question a teacher would love to hear (and have parents follow up on) is "How can I support what you are teaching here in my home?" This can have great benefits for your daughter, assuming the teacher knows...
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I just recently found out my husband of 18 years cheated on me with a hooker. I also found a bunch of porn movies hidden and and address for another hooker. He said the hooker gave only a hand job, yeah right. We have 2 kids, do i quit this marriage?
It sounds like your husband has a problem, whether or not he wants to admit it. He sounds like he's addicted to sexual fantasies, as shown through the porn, and now is acting out with hookers. He may very well be very sorry for what he's done- at least, I hope so! What he did is wrong, period. Porn included- looking at another in that way is not honoring you in marriage.
That...
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If you were to know one thing about a particular AB user, what question would you ask?
So... how did it turn out, in the end? (Especially to those who ask the hard relationship questions)
Oh, to one person in particular? Well, um... er... How's it hangin'?
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Does Barnes & Noble have any policy about reading printed matter at their store? Do they have the right to kick you out if they think you are "loitering"?
They have the right to kick you out; however, in my experience, they usually don't unless you're being a pain to some other patron or a worker. I have no clue if they have an official policy, however; I imagine that in practice it has more to do with the temperament of the manager on duty.
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Can you throw a hint at someone, meaning for it not to register until you are a good ways down the road? Or even perhaps when a certain event comes up?
Yes. It can be done! But, most often, I've only been able to use it in Role Play situations- I crafted a year-long story we played out and strewed hints out all along the way, which coalesced in the last session.
In RL though? I've never seen it done, except in the short term (say, a week or so)- but it can be done.
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Are the voices in your head organized?
They might be organized against me, but they're not talkin'.
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What DVD have you watched over and over again?
Serenity
Lord of the Rings trilogy
Undercover Blues
-I work in a comic shop on weekends, and the boss says I must always have a DVD in. I have a very bad habit of having to watch TV if there is one on. So, Serenity and Lord of the Rings in particular I've seen over and over and over and over...
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Is it possible they could destroy the Indiana Jones franchise with the upcoming movie? If so, what is the most likely way this will happen/
Destroy all possible hope for more being done with the franchise in any other form in the future? Possibly. Stop millions of fans from loving the first movies? Probably not. Just like Episode I didn't destroy star Wars.
Well, for me, anyway. I'll always have Bespin. Sigh.
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Is there such thing as a 5D?( And if could, explain 4D please)
Unfortunately, I have to defer to another source- Read Flatland by Edwin A. Abott. It's a story about a two-dimensional creature encountering a three-dimensional creature, and then discovering one-dimensional and four-dimensional creatures. I've never seen such an amazing description of what four dimensions in space- and beyond- are.
Some people say that time is the fourth...
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What was the lowest air temperature you have experienced?
Wind chill or not?
It was... -34 F this week in Milwaukee, factoring in wind chill. Without? I'm from Fargo, North Dakota originally. I'm sure it got colder there, but we didn't measure anything with degrees- it got too depressing!
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What is white trash?
Printer paper that is too wrinkled to be used with the printer, so it is thrown out. That would be white trash.
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What is the first comic book you've ever owned?
Uncle Scrooge; I was getting comics before I can remember, but the oldest ones I own that I didn't buy later as back issues were Galdstone comics- that's the American company that used to do Disney comics. Donald Duck was another favorite, although when The Real Ghostbusters and Thundercats had their own comics, I ate those up very fast!
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Is it OK to comment under an answer if you don't know the people who have already commented and it looks like they're still talking? Like butting in, only nicely.
As long as you're polite and add something to the conversation- hey, why not?
Basically I'm just seconding Ec-Nal's answer, so you know that, yeah, I agree with him- should be fine.
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I used to go to a christian public school and every now and then some one would come to talk to us as a group. on of them said christians don't kill and christians aren't violent. am i the only one to think that he didn't know his history?
As another person asked, please explain "Christian Public School"- at least in the US, where I'm living, there shouldn't be such an animal.
Unfortunately, Christians have been violent in the past and are today- we are mislead by our leaders, especially in the cases of the Crusades, or their sin gets the better of them.
I think the speaker might have been speaking to...
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What are some good movies that you can rent that will give you a good laugh and raise your spirts?
Abbot and Costello. Three Stooges. Laurel and Hardy. Old classics! Anything with the three of them.
If you're in a more musical mood, Danny Kay in "The Court Jester" or "The Inspector General" are very funny.
More modern: Ernest Saves Christmas, Undercover Blues, Miss Congeniality-
And if you want some heart, Secondhand Lions is funny and moving at the same...
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Do marvel and DC comics have male bi characters? If not are they afraid to take this step?
I know of none; there are a few homosexual characters, and in general whenever they introduce such a character, the sales don't support it- or only support the character for a short period of time and then drop off.
As was said, it's probably a straight business decision.
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Where did you go for your honeymoon?
We went to the nearest large city at the time- Minneapolis- and went used book shopping at all the area used book shops.
We both love us our bound material!
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Have you ever thought about what teachers do on a snow day? We love them, too!
Heh. One of my best friends is a teacher who just had a snow day yesterday. He was rejoicing all day that he got the day off. Oh, and my dad's a teacher, so I always knew he enjoyed them.
So, yeah, I've thought about it! And if anyone else did, too, it would make sense to them, too!
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Other than getting more sleep, how can I get rid of the dark circles under my eyes?
Have you tried giving them to someone else? It works for me son! He causes me to have dark circles around my eyes all the time!
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Let's say I was driving a car, smoking a joint and a cop car was behind me. If i pulled over,turned off my car, jumped out, threw my keys in the ditch an smoked the joint outside, will it prevent me from getting a DUI?
If you're in the US, it probably won't help overly much unless you try contesting it in court- and especially if the cop gets you on possession, the judge, I imagine, will most likely just back up the cop's ticket.
Of course, this would vary per judge, too, I would think.
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You are given 5 beans and 4 bowls. Using all the beans place an odd number of beans in each bowl.
In your question, you don't specify you have to leave the beans in each bowl after you place them in; it just says place an odd number of beans in each bowl.
I choose to place five beans in the first bowl, and then remove them. Repeat the process until you reach the last bowl.
I guess this kinda counts for thinking outside the bowl- er, box.
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If a book has been made into a movie, which do you prefer to do first, see the movie or read the book? Why?
As the others said, book first- if I know the movie's based on a book. Or a specific graphic novel/ comic.
Mostly for the same reason the others listed- but also so I am familiar with the original intention of the author. The author often has very little to say about the final outcome of the movie, and I like to at least look at what the original thinker of the plot has to say!
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What's your favorite British comedy series? Please list your country, I'm curious to know if this differs between them.
My country: USA
Monty Python's Flying Circus is always a blast, but during college I loved the show "My Hero." I loved what I saw of Mr. Bean, too, but that was very limited.
Over time though, my favorite is still the Flying Circus.
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I just went to the grocery store and bought $130 worth of groceries for $20 using coupons. I got meat, mayo and a lot of things I regularly use. It made me wonder why doesn't everyone take advantage of coupons?
You have nice coupons!
For my wife and myself, the coupons we can find usually leave the goods more expensive than the generic brands we usually get. Although, if I had access to your coupons, I don't think I'd have to worry about generics!
What store do you shop at, if you mind me asking? :)
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I want to write a book, where do I start? Is there a program I can use on my computer to help me organize the info?
Do you already have an idea for your story? A concept?
Different people do it different ways; some thoroughly outline the entire plot, as well as doing full character sketches full of information and far beyond what will ever be written in the story. Other people just write and see what comes out, and go back to fix all the problems later.
Basically, experiment and find out what works...
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When is the last time you held a little baby?
Today, about ten o'clock, when I said goodbye to my son.
Does five months old count as a little baby?
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What time were you born?
Don't know the exact time, but to this day Mom complains about how I made her miss dinner! :)
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Who (or what) is your favorite supervillain? Why?
This is a hard one. I personally love Joker when he's well written and/or acted- just the insanity of it all.
However, I think the Cyborg Superman from Return of Superman (and many other great comics!) is probably up there for sheer level of hate and ingenuity. Whenever he shows up, you know it'll be an event!
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On AB, what do you think would be a better measure of a Q&A's worth other than "helpful"? (Please answer; really need to know)
For question, "thought-provoking" might also work; perhaps for answer as well.
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Who was the first person you feel in love with.. and do you believe in teenage love?
My high school love was my first- we were together quite a while. And, yes, teenage love can happen; it can work! The problem that often happens is that teenagers don't understand the difference between intense infatuation and love, and once they get past that, they need to learn coping mechanisms for conflict.
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How could we achieve absolute peace?
Theological answer: We never will as humans, because we're sinful.
Movie/ popular answer that I still enjoy: Watch the movie Serenity. There you get to see a world at peace. (Those who have seen the movie will understand what I mean, I'd rather not give away the ending though.
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What foods can you eat with braces
Pretty much anything you can eat in bite-size chunks, or isn't popcorn- at least, that was my experience! Others may vary.
For when they first get put on, I suggest pudding, and lots of it. Move on to pasta. And, if you're feeling particularly adventurous, jello.
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Why did spider-man get his memory erased?
Long answer, and only given because if his memory had been erased I would have been happier:
Basically, Aunt May was dying. The devil appeared to Peter and his wife, MJ, and said that if they traded their marriage, he would make sure Aunt May didn't die. Both of them agreed to it- so it's not memory, it's actually that the devil changed time to make sure the wedding never...
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What's your favorite four string musical instrument?
I love the sound of a good solo violin. On the other hand, on occasion, a cello just hits the spot. Yoyo Ma is amazing with that thing... But I can't forget Yitzak Pearlman on his violin!
...is a string quartet a fair answer to the question? :)
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How many times did Superman die?
In addition to those listed above, he also died while fighting the Millenial Giants when he had been divided into Superman Red/ Superman Blue. Then given another chance at life because he was willing to sacrifice himself for the world.
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How many times did Superman fight Doomsday?
um... I can count at least three: The original time in "Death of Superman," again in the sequel, "Superman/Doomsday Hunter/Prey" and again in the horrible crossover "The Last Laugh" in a Superman tie-in issue. I know Doomsday has appeared at least three or four more times, but I don't remember if he actually ended up fighting Superman during those appearances.
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Did Brainiac ever try to destroy Earth?
Yes! Check out "Panic in the Sky" of "Our Worlds at War" for two good examples- the latter of the two is available at Barnes and Noble!
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What part did Superman play in the founding of the Justice League?
Wow, old question! He didn't play any part in the original story about the beginning of the Justice League- it was originally formed by Wonder Woman, Martian Manhunter, Aquaman, Green Lantern, and Flash.
I don't know if that's been changed in modern continuity, though.
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Do Batman or Superman ever get colds? Do you think they'd benefit from Coldeze?
Geek answer: Superman is Kryptonian and not likely to be susceptible to the same diseases humans are, so he probably can't get the common cold. He could get some other disease, though. Batman is always in top fighting form, but he has gotten sick in the past. Coldeze would do nothing for Superman, but would probably help Batman.
Real answer: I hope Superman can't get colds- imagine...
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Do spacemen pass dead souls on their way to the moon?
um... what? Where did you get this idea? Completely foreign to me.
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By what date must a religous organization issue a statement for the previous years contributions by a member of that organization for tax purposes?
Not an expert, but I imagine it'd be the same as a business- January 31.
Again, for a disclaimer, I'm not an expert!
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On14000 dollars earnings 18 year old single .full time student for most of 2007.how much federal tax?
Try TurboTax or any number of places online that will figure it out- or try picking up a tax form! On just that, there's no way to be able to tell you- and if anyone told you, I'd be cautious! We're not tax experts!
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Do you think that having cell phones at school are bad? I mean what if you have a huge emergency and need to call home or the police for anything fast!
If you need to call home, at least in high schools I have experience in, there are phones in the offices for such things. If there's an emergency, many schools now have emergency systems in place for just such things. And most of them work as long as the students and the teachers accept and follow the plan. Honestly, the way most students use cell phones, they are nothing but distractions...
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Do you think there is enough space in the question box to ask a complicated question in a clear manner?
It can sometimes be a challenge; I've actually avoided asking situational questions because to fill in on pertinent details gets very difficult. Although, I suppose in the end that just encourages creativity and hopefully good writing skills!
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If an armed group stormed your religious center and demanded that everyone convert to another religion, would you do it?
I honestly hope not, but I understand that I've (thankfully) never had to face the situation.
(edited to add:)
I pray to God for strength to speak his love in wisdom and courage- wisdom first, though!
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How loud are your arguments with your spouse/significant other?
Actually very quiet- my wife gets quiet when she's angry, and I tend to clam up as well. We are not shouters. But this should be taken with a grain of salt, as very rarely do we actually get into arguments- maybe twice, three times in the last two years.
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On Sunday, 1/27/08, the Mormon President Gordon B HInkley has passed away. Anyone else happy with this situation that the Mormons finally falling apart?
I would agree that Mormons are not Christians that they make themselves out to be, but to rejoice over anyone's death in such a callous matter really doesn't win anyone over to your cause. Sorry. I think it's sad that one who rejected salvation by forgiveness has been lost.
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Is carrot juice murder?
Heh. You really like that song, don't you?
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Is coleslaw a fascist regime?
No, but carrot juice constitutes murder.
Have you heard the screams of the vegetables?
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I used to enjoy going into video shops and asking for "Goblins 3, legacy of the Goblins"
Does anyone have any similar questions they like asking in shops?
Well, at fast food places, I ask the guy behind the register to decide between two different equally-priced meals. I honestly don't care and can't decide. It's funny how they usually think it's some kind of trap set by management.
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What is the most embarassing song on your MP3 player?
...the Dirty Dancing soundtrack... oy!
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Why did the kamikaze guys wear any type of protection?
To make sure they made it to their objective; a suicide run is useless if it doesn't reach the thing it's supposed to destroy!
Just supposition, but I believe it's right.
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The last time one of your friends moved, did you help?
When a friend moves in the area, I offer my help. If they've already got enough and tell me so, heck, I'm not there to help then!
On the other hand, the last time one of my friends moved in the area, yes, I did indeed help. And the time before that. And before that. It's good exercise to get hernias!
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When in the bathroom, what do you like to read if anything?
I usually either play Sudoku (sitting next to the toilet!) of read a few pages from whatever I'm reading for pleasure at that point in time.
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Does your computer have a name? What is it?
Oracle- named after the character in the DC comic "Birds of Prey"- although I knew her back when she was mostly in Batman comics...
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Why do men in the military treat their wives like they are disposable.
That is a gross over-generalization. One of my buddies is in the military, and he treats his wife with more respect than most of my other married friends. Just as with any other job, to say that everyone within that occupation is one way is too much.
Of course, career military is a very taxing job, and it does take a special person to be a spouse of one in such a position. It takes more...
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Can a regular citizen be licensed to carry a gun on his person?
Regular citizen of what nation? In the US, at least in some states, yes, if you mean conceal and carry. In every state I know of- and my knowledge is NOT extensive, so take this with a bag of salt- it is legal for citizens to bear arms, as per the US Constitution.
This changes radically if you are talking about another nation, though.
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Which scene in a movie scared you the most?
Honestly- the scene from Serenity where we find out the entire population of Miranda died... because they simply stopped fighting, lied down and died. really creepy thought that you could stop caring so much that you would just sit down and die.
Sorry. Not from a horror flick at all.
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When a store marks an item "10 for 10 dollars" regular price $1.20 do you have to buy all ten to get the savings?
Totally depends what it is; is it something that I'd be using anyway? Or something that I go through one of in two months?
If it's something I'd use anyway, like my gourmet Hamburger Helper, certainly I'll get all ten! If it's a green pepper, that I usually go through one a week, I won't- I'd never be able to eat them all before they spoiled!
If...
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What do you think will be the antiques of the future?
Honestly? Since I work in a collectible market on weekends (comic shop/ sports card shop) I've noticed that so many people collect things based on thinking it will be worth money in twenty years. Rarity is way down for just about everything.
In my mind, the thing that makes antiques neat is that they're fairly unique. If you have antique X, there's not to many other people...
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I'm trying to think of a good way to mildly freak out random strangers, got any suggestions?
Laugh at random, and then make eye contact and tell them to tell you the joke again. Especially do this if they weren't talking at that moment.
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Do you feel that trust must be earned or do you trust somebody(or something) until they/it give(s) you a reason not to?
It's a balance for me- I don't throw my life story in front of a new acquaintance, but I don't distrust, either- I guess I start with a little trust, which is variable considering the circumstances I am introduced to this person.
For instance, I'm studying for the ministry right now. If I meet someone for the first time in my seminary, also studying for the ministry,...
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Is it redundant to say "her two parents"? Is "her parents" already clear, considering that all of us have only two parents?
In today's world, unfortunately, I wouldn't say it's redundant- too many kids come from single-parent families. Unless, in context, you're clearly talking about biological parents and not necessarily those doing the raising, I'd say "her two parents" might be a very good way to make it clear you mean exactly that- two parents, and not just one!
Of course,...
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Do you trust a doctor's advice/diagnosis, completely, or do you feel it's necessary to do your own research and be armed with knowledge in order to get fair medical treatment for yourself or a loved one?
Personally, I'd say it's a balance; it is best that you know everything you can, but at the end of the day, the doctor will generally know more than you about general medical knowledge; that's why he's a doctor and you're not. Yes, you should know as much as you can so at the least you know which questions to ask, and if something seems fishy, you shouldn't be...
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Why jesus is called god?
You said "The one doing the exalting is higher than the exalted." I would disagree- otherwise we would never have, say, presidents or professors. They are raised to be professors by- professors! Or in the case of presidents, by standard citizens- who are not more exalted (though not intrinsically less valuable!)
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Where are you going to be three days from now?
Sitting in "Christian Worship" learning the history of the liturgy.
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Of all the classes I've ever taken, my favorites were Logic, Philosophy and Masterpieces of Literature. What were/ are your favorite classes? Have you found what you learned to be of use in your everyday life?
My personal favorite: "Educating the Exceptional Child" focusing on special needs, whether on the high end or the low end of the spectrum. Every class focused on another condition and how to best help that child learn in the classroom. Was really cool, and ended up being a good friend with the professor. And since I've ended up working in group homes, it's very useful...
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If we lived in a world where we had "thought police", who could invade your mind and know what you were thinking, how could you out-fox them..or could you?
Assuming that the thought police couldn't be everywhere, I'd lay low to avoid getting attention, and hopefully keep relative freedom.
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How often do yo watch TV while you eat?
We usually watch TV with supper; breakfast is too early for the tv and lunch is on the road for me. Usually we both (my wife and I) need to decompress from the day a bit before we can talk to each other about how our days went.
Except when we go out to eat- maybe once every two weeks or so on average.
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What is the nicest girl name?
I like Altira- it means "Do not fear" in Hebrew.
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Do you own more books or more CDs (and/or vinyls)?
Books, definitely- my wife and I, for our honeymoon, went used booking. We love us our books!
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Why jesus is called god?
Eegads! I had more written and it was eaten!
Do you need to grasp your humanity? Do you need to hold on to it?
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When you blow into a balloon, does it get heavier or lighter?
The balloon itself will stay the same weight; however, weighed with the air inside, assuming you used normal atmosphere and not helium, the baloon will be heavier- weighed in a vaccuum, anyway.
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You just got slapped!! what do you do?
What did I do to get slapped?
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Why jesus is called god?
Hey- I just came across something you were talking about earlier! I'm going to try to copy-paste in some Greek text from the tail-end of I Thes 1.3: á¼”μπροσθεν τοῦ θεοῦ καá½¶ πατρὸς ἡμá¿¶ν,
You can see that the article is used only before the conjunction, yet...
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I am in the middle of deciding between two bibles, a New International Version bible and a New King James bible. Which one should I buy? ( I think the NIV is easier to understand but I've heard the NKJV is more accurate)
The NIV is generally a fine translation- there are some issues, I admit, but they won't get in the way of any doctrines.
The problem with NKJV is how hard it is to understand- and if you don't understand it, you may as well be reading in Swahili, or any number of other languages you don't know!
Personally, if you want accurate, I'd go with the NASB (New American...
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At what age do you think that you gained the most control over handling your emotions?
Seventeen- after my first gf broke up with me. Suddenly I had to deal with all these emotions- so I had to deal with them. Before that, it didn't matter quite so much!
You?
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Does it say in the bible that it is a sin? what does it really say?
Considering this is under interracial relationships, I assume that's what you're talking about.
In the Old Testament, God set aside the Israelites to be his people. He wanted them to remain seperate, and if they married outside, it was to bring someone in, not to "go outside."
In the New Testament, after Jesus came, that seperateness is no longer an issue. One should...
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Do you believe your significant other when they say a person of the opposite sex that they are spending time with is "just a friend"?
Usually- it totally depends how much time they're spending and what they're doing, though, too. I trust my wife completely, but before we were going out, I did spend time with girls I didn't trust- and rightfully so, in at least one case.
Basically, it depends on whether or not that person is trustworthy- and I know my wife is.
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Have you ever looked at a stranger and automatically pictured in your mind an animal that they look like?
The dean of students at my college looked surprisingly like a hedgehog.
And another professor looked startlingly like a mole.
But don't tell them. Either one is smarter than the entire student population put together.
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When you see a spider in your house do you kill it?
Well, if I don't, my wife will likely move out... :)
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Dc villains vs marvel villains?explain the outcome?
From a publicity standpoint, probably DC, simply because I think they have more recognizable villains in general.
As far as an actual fight in continuity... oy, that's a hard one. Probably DC, since they can always have Superman-Prime punch a hole in time and erase the existences of any annoying Marvel villains... And you know, Parallax could always re-do time...
Oh, but...
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Which Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle do you wanna be?
Raphael- the ignored turtle, or at least he had been. In the animated-series comics he also broke out and was way more independent than the others- something that greatly appealed to me.
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Would the world without religion be a better place to live in?
Absolutely not; think about it: can you live in peace with all your neighbors right now, whether or not you have a religion? Why would we ever be able to be at peace on a worldwide scale when nearly all can't do it in their own lives?
As humans, we will always want what someone else has- and that leads to strife.
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So, should we be sleepy, or if sleepiness could be eliminated, would it be a good thing? http://www.wired.com/science/discoveries/news/2007/12/sleep_deprivation
Personally, I think sleep is a necessary thing- it reboots the brain, basically. Even if this drug was offered, I don't think I'd ever want to take it except in rare circumstances!
...just think of the cultural ramifications!
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Ok ok i am having commitment issues my boyfriend wants to get serious but im not ready i dont want to lose him but he want kids and he asked me to marry him that wouldnt be so bad if i was older but im only 16!!!
SOME people are ready for the commitment at your age. 99.99% aren't- and I'm betting you're in the majority on this one! Your BF is really pressuring you way too strongly. Tell him to give it a rest or find someone else.
It's OK to talk serious and dream the future- but that is not the same as committing!
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Do you think males and females are treated differently?
They are treated differently- because we are different. Just talk to your standard comedian to get more details on how we are different.
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I went out with guy as a friend for 1 yr, he wanted to get serious, I didn't, 1 yr later he has asked me out, what if he proposes on date, as he did via email 2 mnths ago, what do I say? Or do i make it clear now that we can start over?
...I used to be that guy.
As one who was once there, honestly, the best thing you can do is break up with him, and encourage him to see others. As long as he thinks there's a chance with you, he won't be able to move on. That's what it took for me to move on.
Yeah, it will be painful. Again, as one who's been on the receiving end of this, I understand that! But in...
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If you could change one thing about your culture what would it be?
Honestly? Get rid of the reliance on television and truly massive media in general. Watching a show- maybe two- a day? Sure. Sitting like zombies for the night after work? Get rid of it.
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Do you make it a priority to eat a lot of fruit and vegetables every day?
...how about once a week? Does that count?
In all seriousness, I get plenty of fruits. The veggies are another matter entirely...
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Why would it be so bad to put a limit on the amount of children a woman can have? Like China did/does. Our natural resources are buckling under the pressure. Why not create less stress on it by limiting the number of people that rely on it?
I would suggest you do some research into what actually happens in China- depending the province (and it does depend the province) there are forced abortions, causing major damage to the woman, not mentioning the death of the child.
It also has caused/ is causing a major population crisis- not enough children to support the elderly, plus far more males than females.
To say we should do...
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I have had it with this whole NBC writers strike! What about you, is it getting annoying now?
It annoys me the writers aren't getting what I think they deserve for their work. If it means less TV- OH NO!!! Whatever shall we do?!
Haven't had cable- or even network- TV for going on three years now and haven't missed it a bit. When I feel like tv, I throw in a DVD. Works just as well.
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Knock knock; Who's there?; You know; You know who?; Exactly. AVADA KEDAVRA!
Darn girl scouts- guess I shoulda' bought those cookies last year.
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What is the opposite meaning of what
...assuming that you mean exactly what your questions shows- the opposite of "what"- I'd have to guess "that."
"What" is a question, that is uncertain and does not know. "That" points to a definite thing.
...just a guess!
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If you rate an answer\question, do the points com out of your profile?
If you mean to ask if the points are taken from your points, than no- at least they never have for me!
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TO THOSE WHO proposed to their partner! Did u have doubts abt asking them cause you wondered if they were the rite one for you? I want to ask my partner. 1min im fine the next i think "what if....?" advice please
I am married and quite happily now. I might get flamed for saying this, but I doubt there's much of anyone who can go into such a huge thing without some sort of doubt. There's always the question, "What if?"
Remember this: You ARE making a commitment in marriage, one that should be for life, regardless. It is a serious thing you're contemplating, and should be...
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What was your first date like?
Awkward.
We went to see Austin Powers. I put my arm around her around the middle of the movie, and panicked- "What am I doing!" It tightened up my muscles, and I basically ended up choking her by accident...
Yeah. Never was a second date with her... :)
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Did you ever "Home Drug Test" your Kids?
My son's only four months old. So far, I've not seen the need!
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What are your feelings about having major work done on you in a dentist office?
One word: Terror
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Can you desribe you mother in one word?
"A woman who is multi-talented to the extreme to be able to raise multiple children while working and still finding time to fulfill her own hobbies."
...kind of bland, but that covers it.
And my one-sentence reaction to her far too often:
"I love her... over there."
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Back in the 70's, I read a comic that had its front cover ripped off. It had frankenstein and dracula in it. During the course of the comic, Frankenstein has tears (cries) during it. Does anyone know the name of the comic?
Do you know the publishing company? If you still have access to the comic, you might be able to check the copyright information, usually on the bottom of the front page in the little print. There it will also tell the comic's title and issue number.
My guess is that it is from Marvel's monster line, possible "Frankenstein Monster," "Tomb of Dracula" or maybe...
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Do you think that scrapbooking is only for old, fat ladies?
Better not be- my wife does it, and she's only 23 and a far cry from fat!
At my old college a fair amount of the women did scrapbooking on a small scale as a hobby.
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Does anyone remember a comic called "Howard The Duck"?
I do recall the comic- and in fact, it's out again! They just started another miniseries. Issue two or three should be out now.
Can't say much about it, though, as I never read it- just heard much about it and seen it on the newstands.
Trapped in a world he didn't create...
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Who's your favorite superhero?
Batman- a man who can do it without the aid of superpowers!
Green Lantern- just 'cause imagination creating reality is friggin' cool!
It's a tie.
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If Christians believe that God is omnipresent and is watching all of us every second of the day, why do they then turn around and insist that God "can't stand to be around sin" and that's the reason why he is forced to send all sinners to hell?
Sinners send themselves to hell; God is reaching out with his forgiveness, that Jesus won. Jesus willingly took all the punishment that sinners like me deserve. And now God offers that forgiveness freely- no strings attached.
Those who go to hell are those who refuse the free forgiveness and try to make up for their wrongs with their own methods. Methods that will never work. They'd...
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What is the best way to discribe Jesus as fully Divine yet fully human?
I think you just hit it if you're looking for concise and accurate!
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Do you believe that "helping" your children with their homework is really helping them in the long run? Shouldn't they be attentive in class, follow the rules, ask questions and be responsible for their own work?They don't do your work, why do theirs?
I would say it depends on what you mean by help.
Some parents are atrocious for helping their children by simply showing them the answers. That s no help at all, and in fact, I would say, is the opposite!
On the other hand, some children simply don't get it in class, whether because the child is slower or the teacher is bad or teaches in a style that is beyond the student's...
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How can i find a job? I keep applying to all these different places, and they never call me back, but they always seem to call other people back, since I'm always seeing new faces whenever I go again....
How often do you call them? I believe that most places I read such things say to call the business back if you haven't heard from them in... three days? A week? Somewhere between the two. You calling them back shows you are serious.
You also might want to look at how you fill in the applications; my handwriting is atrocious, and I needed to seriously slow down to make sure it looked...
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Has anybody on AB heard of schrodinger's kittens?
If you're talking about the theory that concerns Schroedinger's Cat, yup.
If you're talking about a band, no. But that is an awesome name for a band!
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Do you beleive the saying"Prechers kids are the worst"?
I believe hat much of the time the kids are not allowed to explore safely, so once they have the opportunity to be on their own, they don't know how to act with the controllers gone. The super-controllers too often are preachers.
On the other hand, I know many children of ministers that are very well adapted; I don't think there's more kids that are bad of preachers, it's...
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In Ontario Canada, in the eyes of the law, am I still married after being common law after I move out? Do I have to file for common law divorce or something? And how long is the timeframe for common law?
Don't know about Ontario, but in the US (And I imagine it'd be similar) if it is truly common-law, you are married in the eyes of the state. Period. No different than "common" marriage. In that case, you'd have to get a standard divorce.
The real thing to look at: was it truly a common law marriage? To do so, at least in the States, you actually have to go through...
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Will brushing your teeth WITHOUT toothpaste still eliminate bad breath or plaque?
It will scratch off the softer plaque, but won't do a whole lot about bad breath unless you've done a bad job rinsing off your toothbrush since the last use and there's still plenty of toothpaste in the bristles...
I had a roommate once in college that didn't get the chance to run to a bathroom from the cafeteria on the way to class most mornings, and did "dry...
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I want to take up a new activity or interest that isnt too expensive. Can anyone give me any suggestions?
My wife and I both greatly enjoy delving into used book shops and finding hidden treasures.
I would advocate comic books! :)
Volunteering is a great answer- definitely free, and you get much out of it.
I hear that hiring yourself out as a freelance assassin can be quite gratifying... :)
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My friend has been on the pill since she was 16 and now is 30. She has finally decided to come off the pill but experiencing what she thinks are side effect - very bad moodiness and headache. is this temporary and for how long?
A thought- and as a warning, I'm no doc- but if she experienced bad periods before, including moodiness and headaches- she may not remember/ recall them. Now that she's off the pill, which often moderates such symptoms, they may have returned.
Again, I'm no doc, but it's my thought.
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How many kids does Mystique actually have? (you can include any adopted ones like Rogue --- on my last count it was 3 but a friend told me she had 5)
To my knowledge, she has two- Rogue (adopted) and Nightcrawler- natural born. At least, those are the ones who have "stuck."
If you count one-time appearances, or people who have lasted only a story arc or two, there are likely more- for instance, I'm pretty sure in "The Draco" storyline that ran through Uncanny X-Men a few years ago, another kid or two were...
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Do any of you do yoga? how do you get on with it? Im thinking of taking it up and any advice would be great!
My experience of yoga is pretty limited, but what I have done is very relaxing- and a lot of work at the same time! We used a "sun salutation" for warm-ups in a stage combat class. I do recommend it, as long as you can avoid some of the more mystical areas and concentrate on the very good muscle stretching techniques.
Try out local hospitals- at least in many of the areas here,...
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"Before the world was created, the word already existed;he was with God, and he was the same as God"-John 1:1,2.---- Is God, then, a word?Serious answers, please?
Later on, if you keep on reading just a few more verses, you see that "Word" is referring to Jesus Christ.
When you talk about words, they are things that convey intended meaning to an intended audience- for instance, right now you are reading words that I typed. They are conveying meaning to you. If I do a good job typing, they will convey exactly what I mean to say.
Jesus is...
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If I don't sleep an absoulte minimum of 14 hours per sleeping session I nearly literally cannot function as normal, I become too tired to move and sometimes even stay conscious. Is this okay?
As others have said, yes, go see a sleep specialist. It could be sleep apnea or any number of conditions that prevent you from getting a deep sleep that is really needed to rejuvenate the mind.
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There was a comic book and toyline in the 80's. One toy/character looked like a Jawa with a green cloak, and a hologram for a face. Another one looked a bit like Skeletor in medieval armour, also with a hologram gimmick. What am I thinking of?
Possibly a He-Man subset... that's the only thing I can think of!
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DO YOU COLLECT SOMETHING UNDER 50 BUCKS IF SO WHAT DO YOU COLLECT
Comics! On average $2.99 each... or, if you prefer, the collections which usually run in the teen's of American dollars.
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Why is everyone always going on about the Giant Squid? No one ever mentions the Colossal Squid. They're even bigger.
...is this true, or are you playing at D&D size terms?
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How can light get to us from stars which are millions of light years away in a universe which the Bible claims is only thousands of years old?
Let's see here...
The Bible claims God created everything using only his word. Don't you think a being that powerful could create light in transit, so that we would have the light from the stars?
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EXODUS__when the walls of jericho collapsed,were joshuas trumpets the cause, or was it plate techtonic activity and multiple earthquake storms,initiated by the santorini volcano explosion ,that weakened the city walls in the first place?
(First, nitpick answer- it happened in Joshua, not Exodus)-
To answer the question you actually asked- I seriously doubt that the trumpets would have been able to do any real damage by themselves. Could an earthquake have caused it? I suppose so. The Bible attributes the cause to God- and that's where I'll leave it. If he used something else to get his job done, such as an...
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If you only had three days to live, what would you be doing?
Yeah, not working, but spending time with loved ones, particularly my wife and my son.
Since I don't have one at the moment, making a will!
Probably writing many notes for my son to read as he grows up without me...
And is it too late to increase my life insurance? :)
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What do you like to talk about most?
At work, it tends to go to my hobbies- comic collecting, sci-fi and fantasy reading...
At home, it tends to be my son and whatever my wife thinks is important at the time!
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Why jesus is called god?
Since you asked in the "Bible" section, are you looking for references that say that Jesus is God? Using the NIV translation, here's a few:
"In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with god, and the Word was God. ... Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made." (John 1:1,3)- later in the same chapter, it is made clear...
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My wife is withholding sex from me just because I don't hate porn,I don't know what to do,Im in the mood,I really want some,I don't want to cheat on my wife,any advice?
Clarify a little bit, please. You say "I don't hate porn." Is that a nicer way of saying you watch it, or does it just mean you're not vehemently opposed to it? Because if it's the former, your wife could be reacting as if you're cheating on her- which, at least in your mind, you would be.
If it's the latter, you can show how you have been faithful by not...
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How do you know if your partner withholding sex from you?
Ask him/her respectfully, starting by telling him/her how you're perceiving the situation: "It's been ____ long since we've made love (or however you two talk about it!). Is there a reason?"
It could be any number of relatively innocent things- such as just lack of energy due to an incredibly busy schedule, some worry that is curbing the usual desires, or just a...
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In the wake of a devestating loss, should one actively try to rebuild their life and form new relationships after a certain time has passed, or is it better to just wait and let things happen naturally at their own pace?
Yes.
A little of both, I would think, especially depending the person. First, if one tries to do it artificially, you end up with a lot of very shallow friendships (not necessarily shallow friends, mind you), but if you wait to do it naturally, it may end up as an excuse to never move on in life.
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Why are little kids always snotty-nosed?
At least in my son's case: he doesn't know how to blow his nose! At four months old, though, I'm not pushing him yet...
For other kids, though, I suspect they just don't realize that they need to blow their nose, or that they don't know how to.
As for kids being snotty, well, that's another topic entirely!
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What's the worst DVD you have ever received as a gift?
My mother-in-law found out I enjoy comic books, and has been buying me every super-hero movie ever made... I appreciate the generosity, but geez!
The cheesiest thus far is Scooby Doo meets Batman...
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Are there any browncoats on AB? (If you have to ask, you're not one!)
In case you can't guess by my asking the question, I am one; I'm currently watching the show again with a friend who had not seen it... still haven't gotten the Special Edition DVD, unfortunately, though... sigh...
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Ive wore Glasses since i were a child, i have stronger lenses each time i have an eye test, is there anyone on AB who wears Glasses who have been prescribed weaker lenses after an eye test?
When I was a teen, I was prescribed a weaker lens; I was told it was fairly common during puberty for the eyes to get stronger, at least temporarily.
Alas, my eyes have only gotten worse since...
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Are the gold plates from burger king of pokemon worth anything or am i just collection them for nothing. they have a plastic case around them and come in a red and white ball. they were like $5.99 each when pokemon first came out
They're probably not worth much in the United States unless you can find that rare rabid Pokemon fan- they still exist, but you'll have a hard time finding one willing to pay you more than you paid for them.
In general, when it comes to collecting, if you're looking to collect anything for money, the only way you'll do it is if you watch trends closer than stockholders...
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I want to buy a copy of Archaic issue 4. Is there somewhere that I can buy it online since my local comic shop does not have it?
Your LCS (Local Comic Shop) will likely be able to order it for you at absolutely no extra charge; ask there first. Even if it's already out, they can probably order it through Diamond Distributors and get it to you within a week or two.
As far as other outlets, if you've already tried your LCS: try www.comicon.com and look at the exhibitors on the left side of the page; you might...
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Has science proven that the parting of the Red Sea did take place?
You can't prove a miracle; you can "prove" the reliability of the text that mentions the miracle, that the text we have is true to what was originally written, you can prove that what is written is what was intended to be read that way. But to scientifically prove a miracle would make it- well, not a miracle!
God could have used natural ways to do his works, but I doubt...
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I bought Babylon V seasons 4&5 on DVD for forty bucks at Best Buy. Isn't that great?
I myself just got seasons 2, 3, and 4 for sixty bucks. I did me enjoy that sale. Unfortunately, I have run out of fun money to get the last season... sigh...
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I saw a film where someone was cut in half cleanly vertically with a sword. Is this feasible in reality?
Agreed with the others- you would need an incredibly sturdy blade, swung with herculean strength. Or using a lightsaber. It makes for great effects, but it's not likely possible.
Unless the person suffered from a bone degenerative disease and they were off-center enough that the slice didn't go through the spinal column...
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In which city/state/country do you call home?
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
That's right, the land of cows.
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"Why do you call me good?" Jesus answered. "No one is good—except God alone." Luke 18:19- Did Jesus deny his deity?
Notice he didn't- he didn't say he wasn't good. He simply said that no one is good except God. So if this man said he was good, Jesus wanted the man to realize what he was really calling Jesus. Did he mean to do that, or was he just buttering Jesus up to get a good answer?
Several times Jesus does step away from openly declaring his divinity. This is usually to avoid...
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I have an arm cast on and I am bored. What can I do?
I would suggest asking a question on Answerbag.
No?
How about answering some questions? If nothing else, it'll fill up plenty of time while not doing dishes, if you're anything like me!
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Do you usually remember your dreams? Tell about a recent dream you remember.
I remember my dreams usually until I get to work or class- whatever happens to be first that day.
Except today. I was at class at the Seminary, and the zombie uprising happened. And we took refuge in the chapel. Kinda creepy, having all those undead at a Seminary...
Yeah, I know, I'm leaving myself open to all sorts of potshots... ah, well, Cest L'vie! (If that's the way...
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Close your eyes. You're 17. Where are you?
Crap. My GF's house. Eating with her parents.
My wife is not going to be happy I'm seventeen and with a girl that's not her...
Way to go, making me seventeen again!
:)
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Hello, is anybody there in AB?
I'm not there. I try to be here. Here is a fine place to be!
Also a fine place to procrastinate doing the dishes!
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I have my period for 2 weeks then nothing for a week and then i get it again. I am on the pill and use tampons. I know this is not normal and i am worried about getting Toxic Shock Syndrome from almost constantly using tampons. Should i be worried?
Seriously- if you haven't yet, go see a doctor about this.
That's all I've got to say about it!
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Is it bad to drink sparkling flavoured mineral water instead of plain water? Is there any chance those artificial sweeteners aren't really so bad..?
As far as sugars and calories, Jes is absolutely right- just check the nutrition label.
One thing I ran into, though, is that there are acids and such in them that give them their flavor. These, if you drink too much, can actually end up hurting your stomach if you have a weak or sensitive stomach. I wouldn't worry too much on the last, though, unless you start experiencing symptoms!
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Does anyone here work in the medical field and if so what is your job
Not currently, but I did work as a Personal Cares Assistant, which is a few steps below a Registered Nurse Assistant. It's not medical the way most people think about it, but I did have to do a lot of the day-to-day cares such as range of movement exercises, dispense medication, and a lot of the more... um... personal assistance that some of my clients required.
Only got out of it...
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On answerbag.com, how do you directly ask one member a question?
I don't have an answer, but I do want to second the question- is there a PM feature that I can't find?
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How would you feel if your Boyfriend has a best friend that is a girl and talks to her everyday over the phone and tells u he considers her as His best friend !!! is that okay?
Depends on how long the two of you have been going out; if you're a relatively new relationship, especially if he's been friends with this girl for years and years, it doesn't surprise me. As long as you don't detect something more than friendship- and I mean "detect" as something stronger than suspect- I'd say it's fine.
On the other hand, if...
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I am in debt up to my eyeballs. Does anyone have any suggestions or solutions to help me get everything paid off? I was looking in to debt consolidation but i'm not sure about it.
Some things we have had to do:
Cut all non-essentials. Like TV. Like (gasp!) the internet. Especially if you're kidless and not in school, you an probably get a second, part-time job for weekends or evenings. All this should be pretty common-sense up to this point.
Be very, very careful of debt consolidation; many of those places are in it for a profit. Yeah, it'll cut back to...
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Im thinking of going on the pill to make sure I dont get pregnant this young. I dont want children til Im in my last 20s. Will going to pill this young put me in danger of never having kids?
Do check your family history- some families react badly to the pill. One close friend could not use it because it had been connected in some way to cancer in both her mother and grandmother- though at this point I believe they've refined the formula so it shouldn't be an issue. But, still check with your doctor and such.
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Who wrote Pinocchio?
Coloddi- not sure on the spelling, but that's phonetically correct!
Sicilian man who wrote a series of adventures starring the puppet that bear some similarities to the Disney movie.
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US hotel heiress Paris Hilton's potential inheritance dramatically diminished after her grandfather Barron Hilton announced plans to donate 97 per cent of his $US2.3 billion ($A2.66 billion) fortune to charity. Your reaction?
Wow. I'm impressed! Paris by herself probably has more than enough to live comfortably (I'm not knowledgable on that, so correct me if I'm wrong!) for the rest of her life, so it's not like she needs it!
I hope that his charities are well-chosen and will actually use the money for whatever they're meant to go for- that would be my only concern, but I imagine a man...
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I have quite a few 1993 Topps basketball cards that have backs and fronts that are of different cards. I know of other people that have these too. Are they worth anything?
Not likely- I worked in a sports card shop for 5 years, and I can tell you nearly everything from the mid-eighties to the mid-nineties is worth more if you burn it and sell the ash.
That being said, your best bet to find accurate assessments of the cards is to either buy a Beckett, or see if a local card shop or Barnes and Noble will let you just page through one. There are exceptions to...
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I have some extra money and was thinking on buying a stormtrooper costume...is this a dumb idea?
Buy it if you'll wear it- if you're planning on just having it and never wearing it, go with something else!
As far as whether or not I'd do it- heck yeah!
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Is humans are more intelligent or Gods Angels?
Beyond any theological answer, this kinda goes to show that... well, at least grammar-wise, I'd say the angels win in this show-down.
"Are humans more intelligent than God's angels?" would likely be the way to go... :)
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We are having a baby girl.Should we name her Kailey, or Katie?
Between the two, I prefer Kailey. You might want to double-check the social security center for common names, though- your hospital will likely have the info- to make sure that you're not naming her the same thing as 24 million other parents this year!
I have no clue what the common names are, just a note!
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Do you like to be told its going to be ok
Not usually- being told just that is usually the answer of someone who isn't sure if it really will be ok. If it is going to be ok, usually the person can back it up with something- "You know all things work out for good" or somesuch. But if you leave it at only "It's going to be ok"- well, it sounds like a trite saying that doesn't mean much.
My $0.02....
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Do you believe that homosexuals go to hell?
I believe that those who do not accept the forgiveness of sins that is offered through Jesus go to hell. Does that include homosexuals? Only insofar as they have not accepted that forgiveness.
Is homosexuality wrong? Yes. So is stealing. Or lying. Or any number of other things; every time we do something wrong, we should run to the cross of Jesus and confess our sins, begging forgiveness. We...
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There was an episode of X-men where I think they went to Africa and there was a African Mutant who had Super Speed who is this mutant and what episode of X-men was this?
I believe that mutant was only in the cartoon, and not in any of the comics- meaning it's outside my knowledge. Sorry, can't really help you except to say that if I remember right he was Ororo's (Storm's) little brother.
Looking at the list of titles, I believe he was in the episode "Storm Front", but I could be wrong there.
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Is it possible to be like Jean Grey (in X-men)?
Be like Jean Grey in what way? Powers? Good looks? Psycho some days and loving the next? Dead? What?
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If you could have Mimic's ability to simultaneously mimic the power of five superbeings at half strength each, who's powers would you try to mimic?
Green Lantern- because he can make anything with that ring!
Mystique- although I'm not sure how you only "half" shape-shift.
Batman- well, honestly, just his cunning detective brain, which isn't a superpower, but I suppose Green Lantern's ring isn't, either...
Invincible!: Because he is what his name says he is.
Flash: so I could read the books I want...
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Does anybody like fish but hate fish sticks?
My wife is actually the exact opposite- likes fish sticks, wouldn't mind it if all fish stopped existing.
She claims it has to do with the bones.
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If you see something bad happening to someone else, would you say something or at least try to help the situation? (http://www.startribune.com/12714007.html)
I'd like to think I'd act- but it also depends on what "something bad" is, and who I'm with- for instance, if I'm holding my four-month old son, and the choice is getting between a mugger and his victim or doing nothing, I would have to do nothing- sorry, the chances of my boy getting hurt is too great. If it's just me? I hope I'd get involved!
Of...
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Do you think science is just a conspiracy theory?
Science attempts to explain observable events around us; to that end, it does a very good job. That being said, understand that science itself is constantly shifting as to what is right and accurate; yes, even the big stuff. Take a look at the theory of phlogistan, which many still believed even into the 1940's, which said that heat is actually a substance. Not believed anymore. Now heat...
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So I went Christmas shopping but ended up shopping for myself instead. Am I hopeless?
There are much cheaper places to get jeans than Holister, and unless you work at a place that requires that level of dress, I would say you just spent money that you should have on friends. There are plenty of more places to get jeans that are good and durable- even if, gasp!- they aren't in style.
Did your parents give you money specifically to buy gifts? Then, yes, you need to obey...
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Is Oprah Winfrey really 'One of the most loved women in the world' as they advertise on her show previews?
I shudder to think that's true! On the other hand, she does have a huge following in America, and she is very heavily advertised here.
Hey, you people not from the US! Does she even exist in other nations as far as you know?
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If your wife is very moody in the morning whats the best thing to do smile and go on or get moody too!
My wife is the same way- she just doesn't wake up easy. I usually just let her be until she wakes up, and then she's fine. I usually actually head off to work before she wakes up, so I give her a kiss good-bye and get out!
I would avoid getting moody, though- that would likely just feed into her moodiness, most likely.
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Do Jehovah's Witnesses now the real history of all their prophecies, and why they are considered incorrect?
In my experience, most JW's are very knowledgeable of their beliefs and of the most common objections against them, so they can argue back and not be surprised about this. They do spend much, much more time studying their Bibles than the typical Christian group. For this, they should be admired.
As for what they get out of it- I agree with you that much of their teachings are wrong. But...
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Do you feel it is better to have children early, (EgG 18-14years old) or later in life, (Eg 25-30 years) ? please explain your answer and pors, cons etc.
I'd say more in the mid-twenties would be ideal, although I'd never say 25-30 years is "later in life"! After... what is it? 35? There's a much greater risk of Down Syndrome in the child, so after that age it is advisable to be much more careful about kids.
And... is 14 years a typo? Because especially in today's world that's way too young!
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Im 15 and i have never had a realtionship[ that actually worked for more than a few weeks. now that im in high school what should i do to have a beter relationship?
Relax. Just because you're fifteen doesn't mean you have to have a stable relationship! Have fun and date around- get to know exactly what you like in a girl, and how you can be yourself and yet still not be "too much" with that significant other. As you and the people around you grow and mature, it will come with time, especially if you're conscious about your growing...
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Who is the greatest hero ever?
Fictional? I'd have to go Batman- no super powers, but goes beyond the call to fight for justice, and still insists on never killing.
Nonfictional? The mom who is never thanked yet still continues to provide love and many other tangible things for her family.
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Is this sentence grammatically correct? " :Looking back at our beautiful moments" if not please correct it.
You have no verb; rather you have a gerund "looking" which is a verbal noun, or a nounal verb depending on which academic you talk to.
Basically, as it is now, as others have said, it's an incomplete sentence. Put in a verb and a subject, and then you'll have a sentence!
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Does staying and trying to work things out with my husband after he had an 'emotional affair' make me a weak person? I've had a few people tell me that now and I just wondered what others' thoughts were.
It does not make you a weak person; it makes you committed to your marriage. That does not necessarily mean that it's the right thing here; does your husband want to work things out? I'd say the only way it would make you weak is if you're totally afraid of the alternative, rather than honestly trying to do the right thing.
Does that make any sense?
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Do you believe in Heaven and Hell? (I'm doing a survey)
I believe in both; God offers heaven freely. Hell we bring on ourselves when we spite God's offer of forgiveness and run the other way.
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Mash or chips?
If you're in the US, as I am, and find a place that calls "french fries" chips, I'll go that route!
If you're talking about the television shows... well, haven't really seen either. Kind of an odd question comparing those two if that's what you meant!
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Why do many people fear spiders but love Spiderman?
Spiderman doesn't look creepy. Also, he's funny. Also, he's Toby McGuire. That doesn't hurt.
Similarly, people generally don't like bats but love Batman. I think it has more to do with liking the Man part of any particular superhero. Not the animal. Or whatever.
Except maybe in Wonder Woman.
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If a guy texts you on holidays but doesnt ask you out, is he into you but shy or not really into you and keeping you at arms length?
It could be he likes you but is shy.
Or it could be he just considers you a good friend and he wishes to spend time with you as a friend.
Or it could be he's lonely on the holiday!
Lots of possible answers here. Although, I don't see him keeping you at arm's length as being a likely one. Personally, anyway.
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When "Like a Virgin" by Madonna was released in November 1984 were you one?
Um... yeah. I was two. Just a tad bit young at that point.
And my wife was... seven months old. Still way too young!
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Is anyone Bored Right Now?
I'm up with a crying baby. More frustrated than bored, but I'm with you.
Oh, and just in case anyone thinks I'm just ignoring the kid as I'm typing this- my wife just took him. I'm on deck again in a few minutes.
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What is a good female gift under $20 that starts with a "G"?
This is kinda cheating...
a Giant chocolate bar!
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What's the best brand of root beer out there?
I prefer the "microbrews" like 1919, centered in New Ulm, Minnesota, or Shprecher's, from Milwaukee. Both are excellent.
Of the national brands, I'd have to go A&W.
I like mine smooth and sweet!
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How much notice should you give your employer when you quit your job?
Two weeks is the norm, but many jobs actually have it written into your interview process how much they expect; at the Group Home company I was working at, they requested up front at least one month warning before you quit, simply because it is so hard to find replacement staff in that field.
Know someone who quit recently? Ask them!
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What makes you think you aren't brainwashed?
The fact that I do have many choices that I am free to make concerning just about anything- if I were brainwashed, I would not be able to choose much of anything.
Freedom is slavery!
Wait.... did I just say that?
:)
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Are there any men out there that still have dinner on the table when their wives get home?
I routinely have dinner either waiting or just about done when my wife gets home; I get home about forty-five minutes before her, which means I usually have time to throw something basic together. Hamburger helper to the rescue!
On the other hand, she routinely helps by browning the meat before she leaves for work, so I really don't have a whole lot to do other than prepare sides and set...
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What is the saddest part of a broken heart?
The crushing despair as you lay in bed at night, alone, knowing you are more alone now than before you had ever fallen in love...
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What is the worst activity to be doing and suddenly have to use the bathroom?
Preaching a sermon.
As one who has been there.
Also a really bad time to have crotch itch!
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Which is correct to say, "The yolk of the egg are white?" or "The yolk of the egg is white?"
The yolk is white- yolk is singular.
I believe.
Yolk is singular, so the proper verb is "is."
If you had written "the yolk of the eggs are white", then are would have been correct, as then it would be plural.
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Don't you think Jimmy Stewart was really a better actor than John Wayne? I know Wayne has lots of fans, but Stewart played a wider variety of roles and was actually in more movies.
I wasn't aware that Stewart was in more films- but I will say that I greatly enjoy what I have seen of his work. John Wayne did some phenomenal work, but yeah, he really wasn't that great an actor, was he?
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I would like to know if my I am ready to kiss my boyfriend, I am only 12.
As long as the boyfriend isn't pressuring you into it- if you're not comfortable, don't do it!
As funny as it sounds regarding kissing, sometimes waiting ain't bad. My wife and I were going out almost two months before we kissed. And this relationship is still going strong!
But, if you're comfortable- go for it!
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Would you hire a babysitter who has had experience with younger cousins and family friends but is only thirteen and one month?
Depends on the person; I know I took care of my little brother when I was eleven, and was OK with that. Is this person responsible, and how long will this person be watching little ones?
It might be best to do a "test run" by hiring this person for only an hour or two, and see how he/she handles it.
On the other hand, if you feel nervous about this person, rarely does it hurt...
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Where do 0 - 3 year olds get their fats and sugars from?
Newborns, until they finish either breastfeeding or get off formula, get their sugars from the milk, as has already been said. As they age, though, they get their sugars the same way the rest of us do!
...no, I don't eat babyfood! :)
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Are we worthy of "The Truth"?
Depends what "Truth" you mean!
When it comes to day-to-day dealings with fellow humans, I'd say we do. When it comes to big cosmic truths- well, I know I ain't worthy!
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A total of 31 men have now been arrested on child pornography offences in a massive Australia-wide operation involving state police and federal police. Would you like to congratulate Australia's police force?
It's great they've arrested those men; my only question is how many more are out there? Let's have a quick party and get back to work!
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What is the reason for the war in Iraq? (or more specifically, the reason YOU think there is a war in Iraq?)
Yes.
Some wanted to go because they honestly considered it the right thing, and thought that the WMD's in Iraq were a direct threat to the US.
Some saw the oil and were greedy.
Some saw the chance for war and the chance to get rich on military strikes, etc.
Some wanted to free the Iraqi citizens from a dictator.
Especially with Iraq, to say it's only one reason for us...
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Are we informing GOD of something He does not know in the heavens or the earth?
...are you asking about prayer? I'm assuming that's what you mean.
We're not telling him something he doesn't know, if that's what you mean. Rather, we are talking like kids to Dad- it pleases him that we talk to him. It's relational rather than informational.
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Are you interested in the profiles of users here? Or you really don't give a hoot?
On occasion- if I see someone consistently on the board that I agree with or greatly disagree with, I might check it out. Generally, though, I really don't look.
You?
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People who believe in God: Do you get angry when other people refer to the Bible as mythology? If so, why?
Only if they don't back themselves up- for instance, I have been in any number of conversations where people toss that accusation, and don't back themselves up. They need to give an example- unlike any other religion, Christianity historically is- well- historical, based in fact!
Basically, I react by asking for an example that shows it is mythology or false or full of...
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How do you react to name-calling?
I suppose it depends on the circumstance- if someone just out of nowhere that I don't know starts smackin' me aroud verbally, I get very defensive.
If it's a friend just playing around, I poke him or her right back.
And if I can't tell if it's playful or malicious, I generally try to give the perpetrator the benefit of a doubt.
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Can I be sued for uploading church video on the internet?
I imagine, if it is copyright protected, you could be. Most churches I imagine, though, wouldn't do that sort of thing unless you downloaded a concert of a professional group that they had brought in.
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Which type of mythical creature would you most like to exist?
Without a doubt: Griffins. Especially if they could be tamed, a la' falconry. Or used as mounts- imagine flying on one!
And if they're sentient, thinking beings- how much cooler would that be!
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Does anyone else hate Bush? & Think the troops should come home and stay home?!! WE HAD BILL CLINTON ,BOB HOPE, JOHNNY CASH NOW WE HAVE BUSH , NO HOPE, AND NO CASH ;)
While I disagree that all the troops should come home right this second, I have to admit- that's a funny bit you've got there with Hope and Cash.
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How many miles are between exits 197 and 168 on an interstate? If an interstate highway is called I-98, does it run north-south or east-west?
Everyone here is absolutely right- 29 miles. Assuming there are no junctions, other highways joining in, etc, that would screw up the numbering- for instance, if I-47 joins up for four miles, that might throw the numbering off if for those miles the highway department used I-47's mile markers.
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Does christian rock suck?
It depends- I will say it's not typical rock, and usually the lyrics and style plays out. I will also say that it seems there is more "bad" and "mediocre" Christian rock than good.
But, I do have some CD's that I greatly enjoy. I also have been gifted more than a few that are better used as coasters.
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How did Noahs Ark work? The biblical story is not logical. No way that every animal could have fit on the ark with food and such. Plus the time frame of the earth being covered with water and drying up does not compute.
You pack a lot into a single question- there have been volumes written on just those questions, volumes that take the Biblical account seriously.
First off, in the Bible, in the original Hebrew, it says God brought all the kinds (Meen) of animals; not every species. And Noah did not gather them- they were brought to him. As has been pointed out in answers, that doesn't mean every...
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Why does God and Jesus, and religion always have to come up in gay marriage questions?
Because most Christians let the Bible define what marriage is- and gay marriage changes that definition.
Also, for Biblical Christians, the Bible is the final say, and the most important, so they go there first. There are other reasons, but the primary is what "religion" says.
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Is there anything wrong with bringing your girlfriend a peanut butter & jelly sandwich for lunch ?...
Only if she has reason to expect something more- as in, you told her you would bring her a nice lunch. Her idea of nice might not include such a sandwich.
If she wasn't expecting anything, I'd think it would be a nice gesture!
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Will the United States really vote for a women or a black man to be president?
I hope we vote for whoever has the best policies- regardless of ethnicity, gender, or race!
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I think that boredom is the root of all evil. What do you think? Do you agree or disagree?
Boredom ain't the root of all evil, but it sure helps!
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Do these seemingly endless questions about Anime, flooding the recent posts logs, tick you off too? Do they make you want to abandon Q&A/AB to these obsessed perpetual adolescent losers?
Hate to tell you, but anime is just another entertainment form, like television or... gasp!... the internet. Just because someone chooses and enthuses about a different entertainment form doesn't make them adolescent.
However, thinking you're better than someone else because of their entertainment... well, that bothers me!
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How often do you have to wear your Glasses, ie all the time, Reading only, driving watching tv etc
All the time- except when reading.
Yeah, I'm weird.
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Why do people always ask us Baggers "Could I be pregnant ?" questions instead of just taking a test or going to their doctor?
Because AB is free!
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Is crystal light addictive?
Technically, I suppose, anything can be psychologically addictive. You might think you need it.
But physically addictive? Not that I know of!
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Define: Tolerance
Is it the ability to allow anything around you to be all right, is it the idea that you can never say anything is wrong, what? We toss the word around a lot, but does it have a nailed-down definition in society?
I'd say it's the ability to allow someone to believe or do something wrong, and not strike out against them; that is not to say that you don't inform them of what is...
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What traits define maturity?
Wow... that is a GOOD question!
Personally, I'd say it's the ability to think outside oneself- to be able to see what others mean, respect it, even when it is wrong. Along with that goes the ability and the use of the ability to set aside personal wants for the good of others.
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Are your boobs suppost to hurt really bad during pregnancy?? Because mine hurt so bad I want to cut them off, I wear two bras so they won't jiggle at all!!!!
My wife had this issue as well; she ended up wearing a sportbra for a good chunk of the time she was pregnant. It's part of the wear and tear of the changes that the body goes through while pregnant.
However, it never hurts to ask a doctor; when it comes to pregnancy, seriously, you can't be too careful!
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Why dont people BBQ in the winter, I think it is a great way to keep warm, what do you think?
Also, BBQ will only warm up one side of your body, so you end up like a badly grilled hamburger- burnt on one side, raw on the other!
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How come in Star Trek, all of the space vessels that the Federation (Humans) have are all different from one another, but any of the other races only have one (maybe 2) types of ships?
Also, think about how often you see different Federation ships verses how many times you see ships from other races- you see many more Federation ships!
If you want to see a good number of different Dominion and Klingon ships, though, check out the series finale of DS9.
The Federation is also more diversified; some ships are for exploration, other for defense, some for medical. Most...
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What's something that you will never grow out of or be too old for?
Comic books! :)
Hey, if my dad can collect even though he's in his fifty's, I can do it until the day I die!
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What does it mean when a girl says 'let me sleep on it'?
She wants time to formulate an answer that best communicates what she may have already decided- or she is being indecisive and wants time to make up her mind.
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Why do people find it necessary to prove that the Da Vinci Code is not factual and Mary Magdalene was not special to Jesus?
The big deal is that much of what the book presents as fact isn't; for instance, the vote of the Council at Nicea was not nearly as contested as the book makes it seem.
Most people can truly distinguish from fiction and nonfiction; most (I hope!) would count the huge cover-ups as fictional. But they may think that some of the ideas are factual.
The danger comes when the book mixes...
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A guy is trying unsuccessfully to get me to cheat on my boyfriend with him using the line "It's not cheating if you don't get caught". Do you agree or disagree with this line?
Greatly disagree. Is murder not murder if you don't get caught? Granted, it's not the same level of wrong, I simply use it to make a point- wrong things are wrong, regardless if you get caught.
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If Paul was an apostle of Christ, is his counsel on spiritual matters accurate?
Paul was indeed an apostle; most of 2 Corinthians he spends defending his apostleship to the Corinthians, who had fallen prey to people claiming Paul was not an apostle. His writings are indeed accurate; he backs himself up with Old Testament writings, uses himself as an example of sanctified (thankful) living, and knew what he was talking about.
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Can you recommend for me a great horror writer that is little known or unknown? I want something fresh to read and scary.
It's not- quite- horror, but has some good creepy stuff that kept me up! "House of Leaves" by Mark Z. Danielewski. I will say this, though: it ain't for everyone. His writing style is... unique.
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What is your favorite soup to eat on a cold winter day?
Usually a good, thick, creamy soup, like cheesy broccoli. But chicken noodle and thick chili are very close seconds!
...I miss eating soup...
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Does a psychiatric hospital provide Dementia? My understanding of DEMENTIA is that it happens naturally to people.
Dementia is an umbrella term for any number of neurological conditions that strike usually in old age, sometimes quite unpredictably.
A psychiatric hospital may care for people who have it, but they do not cause the condition. Usually it happens as the body ages, or as the result of a brain injury or even caused by drug misuse.
Naturally? Well, kind of. It's not necessarily caused...
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What blocks generally stood in the way of European monarchs' acheiving absolute power?
If you're talking medieval times, then the Papacy was a major force that could not be ignored. Unless the state set up some sort of anti-pope, which some did, there were major conflicts there.
Plus the constant politics of other people wanting the throne.
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Do you think that Noah's ark is a foreshadow to the end times? Why or why not?
Peter, in 2 Peter, uses it as an example of how the world has been changed in the past, to show that the world indeed can be changed dramatically. I think "foreshadow" is too strong a word, though. I usually associate that with an intention on the part of an author- in this case, God- to make the reader picture something later on. Noah is a preaching of sin and grace in a historical...
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I am 35 weeks pregnant and have had some pain, it feels like it could just be a pulled muscle. Im just wondering if any one else has had this and can tell me what it is or if I should call my doctor.
How long have you been having this pain, and where is it? My wife thought she had pulled something, when it was actually contractions. If it persists and you have no other reason to have a pulled muscle in that location, you might want to call a local ask-a-nurse.
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Would you rather have the ability to see the future without changing it, or see into the past exactly as it happen?
To see the future without being able to change it would just be a curse!
On the other hand, seeing the past would be fascinating, although that could also be maddening as you find out all the dirty little skeletons people hide...
Between the two, though, the past.
Excellent question!
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If you were only able to communicate verbally with someone in another Galaxy...how would you describe the direction..."left"?
There's always the mathematical answer- 270 degrees from straight forward, or a negative 90 degrees. They do say that mathematics is the universal language.
I don't like them when they say it, though.
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If Christians were to begin celebrating the birth of Christ at another time of year, would there still be enough 'holidays' around Nov-Dec to have a gift-giving holiday season and time off work? What would it be called?
Yeah, and I think just the generic "Holidays" would reign supreme. If nothing else, businesses would have to push it as the season of giving, even if the original reason wasn't there- which, for many, it isn't. Original, for Christmas, being Christ's birth- not the pagan traditions it absorbed.
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To what extent do you use proper grammar/ syntax on the internet? Do you follow all the rules you learned in school, or let whatever go? Why?
Reason I ask- I find I use all the punctuation and try to use proper spelling so I'm understood as well as I can be. Others don't.
Not trying to condemn- just wondering why some don't.
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Favorite final fantasy?
VII: The first one I ever played.
Really wish they'd re-release with new graphics- me and about twenty million others!
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WHAT DO YOU DO IF YOUR GIRLFRIEND IS ON MYSPACE AND OTHER DATING SITES AS SINGLE? BUT SHE DOESNT KNOW YOU KNOW?
...or it could simply be that she forgot that option was there and didn't update. I know my Facebook account states I'm working at a job I quit this summer... just haven't taken the time to update.
Those who know me know the important stuff; I just don't care to update too often. Maybe that's the case here!
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What one thing in the fashion world would you eliminate today if you had that ability?
I have never understood pointy or high-heeled shoes for women- or men, for that matter, though I see those less.
I can't understand how a foot can get used to that abuse.
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Do you think on AB
I certainly try to think. I usually leave my non-thinking time for sleep and television.
...not what you meant, I take it? :)
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Do you sing in the shower, or outloud in front of everyone?
I sang in the shower until we moved into apartments and my neighbors complained... guess they aren't morning people!
Now I sing in the car on the way to work and class. Good time to sing!
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If you can get rid of one food what would it be
Brussel Sprouts!
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What is your definition of a successful person? Someone who has plenty of money and cars? What?
One who is content with what he or she has, regardless of circumstances.
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Have you ever said "I love you" and truely ment it?
Absolutely- and to many people. Though most often I've said it toward my wife or my son!
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Honestly, what's the last thing you would want your friend to borrow from you?
My wife.
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Is 'time out' a good punishment for kids?
Depends the kid; some discipline methods are effective for some kids, and others are not. I know my minister has to use different discipline for each of his kids- one gets time outs, one just needs a stern "don't do that" and he starts crying, one is told "you will not do it again" and that is enough, and the other looses TV time. If they switch disciplines to any of...
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Look outside! Is it covered with snow yet or not?
none here:(
Oh yes, very much so!
Winter has arrived. And so now we can sing "Walkin' in a Winter Wonderland", much to the annoyance of all we come across.
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If you're unemployed, and someone asks you what you do, how do you answer them?
As someone who was there recently- "Nothing, at the moment. But I'm looking!"
...and then launch into a half-hour description of how the process has gone so far...
So I wasn't that fun to be around when I was unemployed! So sue me!:)
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Lovely and round, I shine with pale light, grown in the darkness, A lady's delight.
The moon.
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Mans vehicle was repossessed. man stated he had never been notified of a possible repo. tow truck arrived, fight ensued between man and repo man. arrests made. do you believe the vehicle owner never received a repo notice?
Like the others, I would have to give the benefit of the doubt to the man losing his vehicle; I can certainly understand his frustration, though getting into a fight with the repo man was unwarranted. Certainly the repo man had a boss or somesuch that should have been called. Or- I have no idea how this works, so toss this out if it doesn't- couldn't that man just have gotten in his...
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I am 4 1/2 months pregnant and married my husband 2 months ago. He's become abusive again after 4 years since a restraining order was ordered and I need to get out asap but he's threatening to take custody of our unborn child. What are my rights?
You have the past. If he has recently abused you, get to a doctor and have him document the damage to your body. Tell the doctor that you have an abusive husband that did this. Get as much documentation and witnesses as possible to stand by you; depending what state/nation you live in, things can get sticky, even with past cases stacked against him.
I do know that in most places, laws tend...
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I'm 4 weeks pregnant. My partner wants me to have an abortion. He says he is too unstable to be a father unfortunately he suffers from depression. My morals tell me not to abort. My partner has given me a choice abort or he will take off . Please help.
I will agree with others posted here- to kill the child is not the way to go, and all the more if your conscience is already telling you that! It sounds as if this man has serious issues; he may be absolutely right in saying he's not mature enough to have a child.
On the other hand, I didn't think I was ready to be a father. If he loves you, tell him to set himself aside....
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Do you find this increasing pressure for political correctness to be necessary or ridiculous? or something in between?
The push to be able to speak politely and identify groups as they wished to be identified, I think, is a good move.
However, it's impossible to say anything without offending someone. Pushing PC to that extreme, to avoiding every possible way to offend anyone, is not just ridiculous- it's impossible!
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I was sitting by a lagoon and the water out from the shore started churning. It came closer and I was very surprised to see an octopus. It actually came out of the water and up by my feet. It was coloured red. Is this normal behaviour? I'm serious!
Have you been reading H. P. Lovecraft?
If it really happened... well, that's more than a bit odd.
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...if you don't believe in God, would you go to hell and not heaven? I have a Catholic and Christian religion, but my best friend doesn't and I'm afraid for her.
Let's see what God, in the Bible, says. He says, "Be holy as I am holy." Jesus says, "Love the Lord your God with ALL your heart and soul and strength and mind. And love your neighbor as yourself. Do these things and you will live." He also says, "There is no one righteous, no, not one. All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God."
So, according to...
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What are your thoughts on the Star Wars Holiday Special?
Heh.
Some of the absolutely worst acting and writing to ever grace the TV screen, and yet somehow endearing even as I want to destroy the tape.
It does have high points! The cartoon introduces Boba Fett, and Princess Leia's singing at the end hits a note that can shatter glass (yes, that's a high point).
If you can find the "five minute" version on UTube and can...
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I'm in a relationship with a person who's in prison, he has been there for a while now and has change alot, my question is, do guys that have been in prison for a long time really change, or is it just an act because they are lonely?
As others have said, I will say also: He very well can change; although, in all honesty, the chances are, statistically, he has has not.
A good indicator would be to look at the recidivism rate (I think that's the right word!) of the prison at large; how many inmates usually find themselves back behind bars fairly quickly? Also, what cause does he have to change? Religion does bring...
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What does the devil do on his days off?
I don't know, but I'm sure he has a hell of a time doing it!
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What do you like on top of your pancakes?
Strawberry syrup.
Either that, or applesauce. Don't knock it till you've tried it!
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Do you like mashed potatoes baked potatoes or fried potatoes better
...depends what they're topped with!
I general, mashed potatoes. But every once in a while, you gotta shake things up with baked.
...wow. I must sound like the most boring person on earth!
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We believe Christ is God in human form, but what was he before he came down to earth, if not human? Wouldn't that contradict the trinity, because that is eternal and man hasn't always been?
Good question, and one that people have been grappling with since the first century!
Jesus was always God, the second person of the trinity. God is eternal.
When he was conceived in Mary, he became man as well. Before that he was not man. After that he was; now that part of his nature will last forever, taken up into God.
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Once in Heaven, is it possible to slap God? If yes, then what happens? If no, then what about free will?
God ain't physical, so it's not possible.
If he were, though, it would be possible to slap him. The problem- in heaven, love for God will be made perfect and sinless. You wouldn't want to slap God in heaven!
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Do you value things that are really beautiful and glamorous but are basically useless (e.g., diamonds), or do you value things that are practical and serve a utilitarian purpose (e.g., a computer)?
...any reason we can't value both, for different reasons? Heck, to say just 'utilitarian' means I generally don't value people, unless they're serving my purposes, and to say just 'beautiful' means I don't value people who aren't supermodels! (thinking of just outward beauty).
So... both! I value things based not just on outward beauty, nor on...
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Does God really exist
Things to consider:
God, or any conception thereof, is usually a spiritual being (greek gods aside), so would not "show up" on any scientific test.
There are many things that science simply can't explain, even today.
When it comes to Christianity, there are many writings which are as historically verifiable as the existence of Socrates- even moreso. (That discussion...
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If a person has a mental disorder like bipolor and maybe some form of szhophrinia? (not sure thats spelled right) and when he was in his right mind he got saved and baptized then the mental illness took.does God look on that person as saved still
We trust that in God's hands; he is merciful on his children.
That person has faith; now because of a disease it is hidden- but that person has saving faith. And God sees that; he sees that Jesus' death covers that diseased individual as surely as any who have faith.
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My sister-in-law, unknowingly to me, ran up £18,000 of debt in my name, and because i point blank refuse to pay it, and so does she, i'm filing for bankruptcy - if this happened to you, would you still talk to your sister-in-law?
I agree with many others- it appears that your sister-in-law has no regard for you at all. I'd try to keep things "cordial" in family situations, basically by not talking to her so there would be no murder at that particular gathering.
I certainly would take her to court, though- if at all possible.
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I need to finish Christmas Shopping but i just got off the graveyard shift and my son goes to school till 3:30. Do I go now or sleep a few hours then go? Need opinions.
If you can shop without drooling to the floor, do so now, and then crash the second you get home.
If the drool is forthcoming, if you find you can't tell the difference between the checkoutlane and that dream, then I'd stay home and sleep.
Personal opinion!
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If your un-wed sister/daughter said she was pregnant what would come to your mind?
I would be most concerned for the baby, and taking care of that child. Making sure 'mom' is taken care of. Hopefully she expresses regret- may have to talk to her about her actions- but my first thought is for that child. Certainly not shoving the sister/ daughter away- not kicking her out by any means, unless she shoves herself away by running away!
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Slept with my best friends gf, was my first time, now other ppl now nad my friend does not im being blackmailed into telling him but the blackmailer just has to ruin ppl's lives i kno their is no good way for this to end
While you certainly do deserve to be whacked for your decision, your friend also should be told. You need to be honest, and accept what comes; trying to weezle your way out of it will only result in hurting feelings further.
What is the gf doing about it? Is it possible she's already told him? Or is she the blackmailer? Because I imagine your friend may be more hurt by her betrayal than...
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What is your FAVORITE breakfast?
While I usually have yogurt because I'm not conscious enough to make anything, I much prefer eggs, bacon, and pancakes... But that's way too much work in the morning!
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I just got pregnant, my parents will kick me out of my house when they find out. What can i do where do go for a place to live? I'm keeping the baby, i refuse to give it up? what to do i do how do i handle this where to i go? Help me, PLEASE!
Something that hasn't been mentioned: Once you have a back-up plan, I would highly suggest that you be honest and tell your parents. Express regret if you have it, which sounds like you do. They may surprise you if you come to them with a penitent attitude. However, just in case, do have that "back-up" in place.
Also, the earlier you do this, the better chance they may be...
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I just got pregnant, my parents will kick me out of my house when they find out. What can i do where do go for a place to live? I'm keeping the baby, i refuse to give it up? what to do i do how do i handle this where to i go? Help me, PLEASE!
Where do you live? There are many pregnancy centers that take in people just like you, and help until you can get back on your feet. Look for pregnancy counseling centers in the phone book- most will not criticize you for being pregnant, and especially if you look for a Christian one, you will in no way be pressured to get an abortion or even to give the child up for adoption, if you choose to...
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If GOD created Man in His Image, and Man, by committing original sin obviously had a flawed character....does it mean GOD has a flawed character?
Think of seeing yourself in a mirror. You are seeing an image of yourself, yes? Yet, is it a perfect image? This image is two-dimensional. It is flip-flopped left and right. So, though it is an image, it does not have every single one of your qualities.
Adam and Eve were created in the image of God- not copies of God. They were created in complete harmony with God- thought, word, and deed....
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If i am a fully blown taoist then what proof is there to convince me that your "god" is real and mine is not, because there is no documented case of the authors of the bible?
Is your question really about the documented authors of the Bible?
Christianity is unique in that it is based in verifiable history. Many of the New Testament books have verifiable authors; for instance, Luke says that he writes Luke and Acts. These passages run back to the oldest manuscripts. The church accepted him, and no one in or outside of the church ever argued he didn't write...
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Christians, if Trinity is incomprehensible how do you expect people convert and believe in a incomprehensible mystery?
Moosemose makes a good point-
Basically, if you can't comprehend it, does that mean you can't accept it? I personally can't comprehend all the mathematical computations that go into why gravity works, or how electricity really works all my electronics, or how it is my blood continues to pump. Sure, I know some of the basics, but everything about it? Certainly not!
Do you...
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What do you think of a Wheeling Illinois TGI Friday’s restaurant asking a disabled customer and her companion guide dog to leave the restaurant a few days ago because they claimed guide dogs weren’t allowed, -, no matter what the federal law stated?
I hope that it was done in ignorance, and will be redressed. If the manager is just that much of an idiot, then he should be fired- in the least!
On the other hand, I've heard similar cases where the person really didn't need the guide dog- just brought it in to push buttons. If that's the case, good job to the manager! Guide dogs, and those who need them, shouldn't be...
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I am a college student who ended a long relationship 4 months ago. my ex BF got a new gf in 3 weeks. She keeps tracking me down and wanting to talk to me. I do not want to talk to her...what could she possibly want to say to me?
It may be honest inquiry, wondering how your ex treated you- men (speaking as a man) usually fall into patterns; if he treated you well he will treat this woman well, and so on.
It may be a warning, too- if she got an STD from him, for instance, she may be concerned for you.
Or, it may just be she wants to know about his past, how to please him, etc.
Heck, I don't know! Ask her!
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Do you thing that god likes or dislikes LGB people?? (dont say anything about the bible)
A question to you- you say don't use the Bible. Are we allowed to use other religious texts? Or what basis are you looking for an answer,if not the Bible?
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Have you ever played any of the "World of Darkness" games?
I have, and greatly enjoyed it. It does take a certain type of player and GM, one focused on story and not just killing things. If you read the intro to any of the source books and enjoy what you read, give it a try.
I played Mage, the older version. I haven't done anything since the recent 'reboot' though.
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How can i use birth control pills to stop my period after it has already started?
My wife also ran into a similar issue; she was told that moving a period's date took a good deal of time- usually a day or two, maybe three per cycle. Certainly nothing as immediate as you're asking!
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I have written a book that I truly believe is quite good. It runs to almost a thousand pages, and took several years. Any tips on getting it published in the traditional way?
Runs almost a thousand pages? I would break it up into either a duology or a trilogy, if possible. Also, not every publisher requires a literary agent.
Go to a library or bookstore, and check the publishers of books in the same genre as the one you are aiming to publish. Check out their websites; many will give their publishing guidelines, including whether or not you are required to submit...