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RE: Irreducible complexity and Intelligent design

Sorry Love--was a weak moment. Yes, you can have it. Love you big! (he ticked me off a tad, sweetie)what the heck...

RE: Well Folks

Coming over here, huh? You will LOVE Kentucky. A nice slice of America right out of the middle. The people are very friendly, the food is outrageously good, the landscape as beautiful as any on earth. Please, please make sure you get to a barn dance or something similar and hear some fiddle, other bluegrass music. You are going to be so happy you made this trip. I will be thinking of you. (They play lawn bowling, you know. Also the derbies, the horses, the farms, oh my--- I'm jealous!)

RE: Don't sound like much but.

Hi--it has been almost 8 months for me. Still want one, but not too awful bad. I was a medical assistant for almost 30 years, and most doctors recommend quitting "cold turkey" (then you won't go back because you know what a hassle it was to quit). I agree. You are doing really great. (The first 3 days are the hardest, and now you are over that).

RE: Irreducible complexity and Intelligent design

I just spent a great deal of my morning reading this thread. First, I am somewhat surprised at the cattiness amongst the CS members--from all sides of this issue. It seems that we should all be able to have our beliefs and opinions without being hostile. Never-the--less, I will ask that everyone who wishes to take a look at a few ideas and thoughts of mine do so with an open mind void of any judgment or animosity. Fair enough? All right--let's get started:

"Evolution" is NOT a proven science.It is a THEORY. Theories are NOT fact. Take the following in, and take it in with a clean, clear mind absent of any preconceived ideas, please.

"If the theory of natural selection of Darwin is correct, why can't we see the intermediate forms of species- the connecting links"? (www.gosai.com/science/darwin-debunked.html). This is one darn good question, everybody. Darwin did extensive research on the Galapagos Islands, identifying a type of finch as being the "proving class of animal" to illustrate his new theory. (These birds had a variety of beak changes, as well as feather quantity and quality, and differences in their feet structure and perching style and ability. It only seemed to be a proving factor. Later, scientists discovered that these birds rapidly adapt to their geological and geographical changes season by season. No evolution happening here, folks). In all fairness, and by the same token, Christians need to stop being so sanctimonious. In this turn, they are doing exactly the OPPOSITE of what the unconditional love and acceptance of faith-based belief systems call for. Honestly, it is extremely irritating, to say the least, to have someone tell you that you are loved, accepted, etc.. but always with the stipulation that you must, of course, agree with everything THEY say. This topic going back and forth about these two polarized beliefs is mind rattling--but my comment to BOTH parties is the same: Wake up and smell the coffee! YOU CAN'T HAVE IT BOTH WAYS!

RE: is this the evidence?

I found your comment immensely intriguing. It is very healthy, in every way, to have a bright and inquiring mind. Here's a few thoughts: It is said that the technical world can only put forth what humans have "programmed" it to do. There have been some very curious breakthroughs in this realm, however. For instance, the twin robotic rovers (Robohicles) sent to Mars have demonstrated some characteristics that appear to extend beyond their programs. Stuck in a crater for a year or so, one rover had consistently maxed her (scientists personalize these) power source, then "rested", rebooted, and started over again. When an area of circuitry malfunctioned, she became her own mechanic--and repaired herself! Wow. Just wondering, I know it seems far fetched, but do you believe artificial intelligence is possible--that a human created machine could adopt cognitive characteristics? Fascinating stuff.

RE: Small Town CS!!

No you're not

RE: Small Town CS!!

well, bust my buttons!




I'm not sure if that came out right

RE: Howdy!

Freudian slip, lovie?

RE: soccer

RE: is this the evidence?

Hi EliteOne: Just wanted you to know that I copied down your Robert Brault quote from your profile--it will get a prominent place on my fridge. Thank you. It's one of the best quotes I've ever seen. Another one I like is:
"Life is not a rehearsal". best, Bud

RE: Feeling and pain

You are so cared for, Luv. Lately I have been "talking" to two different possible companions, and I must admit feeling a little awkward about it because it seems just kind of surly or something. But it's hard to really get to know a guy just by talking on here, and I really only do want one personal friendship. Both of them are sluggish about returning my mail, and I am so scared of getting in with the wrong person or being treated disrespectfully by some game player or something. How are we supposed to protect and defend ourselves from this? I mean, we have to extend our hand and heart out there, and sometimes worry about whether we are squandering our integrity, etc...It's so hard. I really want to find someone who will really love me back. Here's a bunch of hugs and roses to you, thank you for caring about me, too.

RE: Feeling and pain

If you give in to anger and cynicism you become the very things you do not like. The trick is to not let it get the better of you. It is so hard, especially for sensitive folks (I'm one of these) but after awhile, gather yourself together and give it all you have. Again. And again, if necessary. I am so afraid of being hurt, but somehow it doesn't stop me. Keep on the sunny side of life-it's better, even though it's hard to do sometimes

RE: Interview The person Below

First of all, how do I interview the person below me when I just got here Okay, next question--will I find my knight in shining armor? Okay, next question--will ......

RE: Richard Dawkins

We like to play with things. Lots.

Wanted: To Know. The Answer. For Years!

Howdy everyone. Quite awhile ago, (in college) I remember there being a lot of talk about different celebrities, etc... who were or may have been gay. Someone said that Henry David Thoreau and Ralph Waldo Emerson were more than best friends. Thoreau lived with Emerson for long periods of time, Emerson's wife was gone much of the time. Does anyone out there know anything about this and/or is there a resource of sorts to check it out? Thanx

RE: Richard Dawkins

Legend, follow me over to CS Lounge, I'm posting a question there. Thanx

RE: Richard Dawkins

You have touched on a long-held belief. The Pharohs, Aristotle, Michelangelo, Da Vinci, Medici, Walt Whitman, and scads and scads of other men, the old saying was, "All enlightened men ARE".*













I do not necessarily agree that this was/is always true

RE: seeking attractive women in eastern oregon or washington

Hi home, I'm honey---er, whatever. How are you doing? Hadn't heard from you in a long time, life treating you good? Hugs, to the moon!

RE: Can you ever be told/tell someone you love them too much?

Did you see "Moonstruck"? (whap! "SNAP OUT OF IT"!) Cher was born for that scene. and you know what? sometimes ya just feel like doing it that way! good luck Luv------

RE: seeking attractive women in eastern oregon or washington

Go to the Pendleton Roundup, deck yourself out and they'll check yourself out. Be lean, clean, use top cologne only* (Stetson, Jovan), carry yourself well. Go to some of the local restaurant bars (forget taverns) play it cool. My guess is you will find someone. The key is to be confident, be cool.





* four dollar cologne gets you about four dollars worth of attention. Kapiche? do it right.

RE: Can you ever be told/tell someone you love them too much?

can be under done or over done. I think a suffocating relationship is just as bad as not getting enough lovin'. Well, can be. Depends on the people, sometimes when a couple has just fallen in love they're so crazy with love for each other it takes awhile to get over the first elation part of it. After awhile, though, too much is too much.

RE: is this the evidence?

Me too. Did you know they have found more evidence of what you are saying is true? Several solar systems have been identified where a planet like earth could be. To be fair to the other point of view, there is a film called "The Priveledged Planet" that kind of makes one think we are the one and only. Who knows? To reach one of those solar systems would take thousand years, we'll never know. I tend to believe there are other planets out there with intelligent life, however.

RE: And now what?? I'd never thought It'd happen here!

I like it--the kitten is cute, too. (btw--my bedroom has a lot of "Tiger" things, so of course I like your tiger pic, too. This little quote brought you to mind today, hope it's all right with you:


"A friend hears the song in your heart-
and sings it to you when your memory fails"


thank you Veritaas--you're the cat's pajamas, love

RE: is this the evidence?

Just wondering--did Australia just get up? Lots of letters all of a sudden, on many threads.

RE: is this the evidence?

Yes, I KNOW mate! would you quit piddlin' in my Cheerios, or whatever ya call 'em in OZ? (something tells me you already knew that I knew, you just like to throw a wrench in the spokes, dontcha? just having a bit of fun with you.

RE: is this the evidence?

I recently read a story about a man who finds a watch in the middle of the woods. He examines it thoroughly, observing all of the many fine working parts. He comes to the conclusion that someone or some thing had to have made the watch. Apparently the story illustrates the idea that nothing is "chance". (Yup, I know there are scads of thought on this....just thought I'd turn this rock over and see if anyone had any thoughts. I still do believe, but I also very much believe that what really makes humanity unique is our ability to reason and keep our minds open. Healthy attitude, I think.

RE: Is it hard sometimes not to be bitter?....After you have been really hurt?

"Living well is the best revenge" holds a great deal of truth. Also, have you (anyone) ever noticed that a lot of people seem to be amused when someone is struggling with something? Why ARE we so mean to one another? Even the Chinese have an anecdote for it: "It is always a pleasure to watch another man thrash rice". In my many years of working, I noticed this time and time again with employees. I realize I've talked about this before, but this thread brought it back to mind. People seem to get a sinister little kick out of seeing someone else in distress. For all the world I'd like to not think this way, but it happens so much it's difficult not to. So what's the remedy? Well, in Hollywood, agents often say to their clients, "above all else, don't let them see you sweat"! Probably truth in that for all of us.

RE: Using skype to talk

I sent you a letter and it looks like you either didn't get it or haven't had time to open it. ro

RE: Why do men shave, cut hair, use deodorant, use cologne?

This isn't to anyone in particular, just some thoughts. Consider if everyone (OK OK, men for the purpose of the OP question) were to do everything natural. No privacy, no "cleaning up after oneself" (if you don't get the drift here, ahh hemm....) body odor to not being able to stand, filth that collects germs and infections, etc...There are perfectly good reasons to have good hygiene (which, by "nature" isn't "natural")and be clean. Almost everybody I have ever met, socially, professionally, different geographical areas, would prefer a man to be well groomed, including shaving, clean as a whistle, and smelling very nice, but I do understand this isn't everyone's agenda. But I wouldn't like him to stink and have unkempt hair and scraggly beard. JMO

ps. You can get infected BAD by your own bacteria and germs. THAT'S a good reason to be clean, folks.

RE: Using skype to talk

Gomer. You are a card, all right. Have another tipple of the juice of the barley, mate. You always tickle me. (DON'T go there!)