I'm sure this will mean a lot to Ship, since he clearly thinks highly of you, Athens. Very classy. If people understood what you're going through right now (father has severe health problems) they'd likely cut you lots of slack.
Gee, Bajan, and I thought I was feeling down today with my plumbing problems (no overflowing toilets, etc., nothing biological...at least biological within me...eeerrcchchhewww!).
"Selflessness is labeled universally good and 'moral' because it is of benefit to others, selfishness labeled universally bad and immoral because it is of no benefit to others . . . "
Quite a good discussion, Ray, in my opinion. I like Ambrose Bierce's definition of selfishness (Devil's Dictionary, apropos of your new photo): "Devoid of consideration for the selfishness of others."
"You are more intelligent than I have ever given you credit, Riya - you continue to surprise me (for a woman . . . - nah, i'm just kidding!
I've gradually realized that behind Riya's gentle exterior lies a sharp mind.
By the way, Ray, I loved your typo "Centauries" (as opposed to "centuries." I had this image of centaurs gleefully celebrating their own irreligious views...
Hey, I thought I was the only one here who liked organ jokes (I once showered this list boorishly with jokes stemming from my precious pump reed organ.) Thanks, JB.
RE: If you were to make love....
Imogen Heap's "Come Here Boy." My God, the way this girl writes love songs...like some bloody brilliant existentialist....