Suda

Good to see you posting again, Sogwap. I've missed you! Suda

Hope your day was special in every way. Suda

Happiest of birthdays to my chat friend! Suda

Mrs. Doubtfire Sally Field Forrest Gump Suda

Think you are right, George. That was a funny show. Suda

Madeline Kahn What up Doc? (one of my favorite movies!) Barbra Streisand Suda (laughing just thinking of What's up Doc?)

Oakspear, When you stated it seemed you might have thought that others were ascribing "doctrines of men and devils" to your beliefs. I did not get that same impression from the posts. Yes, I have an opinion about the things posted here, or I would not have posted on the thread. Guess by posting I did enter the fray, so I could be considered to be bickering, also. As to I guess our "definitions" of a robust discussion may be different. I enjoy discussing different points of view, but usually don't enjoy the type of discussion found in the Doctrinal and Politics and Tacks forums. Had I realized that is where I was posting, I may not have responded here. (I click on "View New Posts" and scan the topics, and don't usually pay much attention to the forum they are in. May not be wise, but still what I do.) I don't mind stating my point of view, but don't enjoy the back and forth of "prove it, prove it" when it is a belief that cannot be empirically proved or disproved. You either believe it or you don't. Nor do I wish to persuade others to accept my point of view on a forum. I state it, take it or leave it. Makes no difference to me. (In person-to-person relationships it could make a difference to me as far as to the type or depth of friendship I may pursue with someone. Some people's beliefs turn me off and I'd prefer not to spend time with them. Just to be clear, since the existence of God is the topic of this thread, I have good friends that are agnostic or atheist, but our beliefs are not the basis of our friendship and so it is a non-issue between us.) This is just a response, not an attempt to beat you up. I don't like the discussions where people beat up on one another. That's not how I define a "robust" discussion, and why I usually avoid such forums. I don't know how you define "robust" and am not trying to make any implication with my statement. Hope you're having fun while away from GSC. Vacation? Business? Pleasure? Both? Whatever it is, hope it is a good time for you. Suda

I can see the picture now. If the moon was a star, I'd say Star Trek.

Oakspear, Think you'd have to ask Bliss that question, I don't pretend to know how to read minds. But it DOES NOT seem to suggest that anyone (all inclusive) who does not believe in Him in the same manner that she does is following them. Each to his own. It is personal. I just get tired of all the "bickering" about it that goes nowhere. And Bliss's post, nor Rottie Girls, nor others here seem to be to be proselytizing. Just stating their personal beliefs.

Well, by George, look who's celebrating a birthday today! Hope it is awesome in every way. Suda

(((((Dot))))) Suda

Maybe they can, but should they? Could - should, big difference. Suda

Some people believe in God, some do not. Each person made the decision for themselves because it was "right" in their heart/eyes. I have not read anyone on this thread who confesses a belief in God state that if someones disagrees with them, that person must have beliefs that are false/evil/doctrine of devils. We all get our moral compass from somewhere. I attriubute mine to God, attribute yours to whomever/whatever you wish. Lots of evil has been wrought in the name of God. But that is no proof that there is no God. You either believe in Him, or you don't. Suda

Can't see the picture. Bet it's a good one, though. Suda

Happy Birthday! Thought you'd enjoy a Chatty Kathy all dressed in her party finery and ready to celebrate you big day with you. Remember when children dressed in their "Sunday Best" to go to birthday parties? Suda

Happy belated birthday and welcome to GSC! Suda

So sorry to hear this. Very sad, indeed. Suda

Happy belated Birthday! Suda

Grand, relaxing vacation! Visited the Air and Space Museum in Huntsville, and toured the historic part of town. Next day met up with the Rascal clan at the Burritt Museum, picniced at San Manteo (?) Park, and fed the fish and ducks at a park in downtown Huntsville. Our son went back to their ranch with them to spend the night. Spent the next day at the Rascal Ranch, toured the beautiful countryside, played in the creek, and had a bonfire and weenie roast. Next day headed to Chattanooga. Stayed at the Chattanoogna Choo Choo hotel, which is the old train station refurbished, with shops and restuarants, really neat place. Went to the Aquarium and IMAX, terrific, especially the butterfly garden! We saw great tourist places, but the better than all of them was the Rascal Ranch. Great meeting her and her family, and spending the day in the country with them. Was like heaven on earth in their valley. Suda

Antonio Banderas Philadelphia Denzel Washington

Heard this oldie but goody tonight on the radio. Anyone else remember it? Love has played its games on me so long. I started to believe I'd never find anyone, that could try to convince me to give in. Said you can't win. But one day the sun came shining through. The rain had stopped, and the skies were blue. And oh, what a revelation to see... someone was saying "I love you" to me. (chorus: ) I was a lonely man with empty arms to fill. Until I found a piece of paradise to call my own. And life is worth living again. For, to love you, to me, is to live. (repeat chorus)

Since I saw it in time, I'll try to think of something to post. Suda

Yun-Fat Chow Anna and the King Jodi Foster

Happy belated birthday. Hope your day was fantastic. Suda

Hope your birthday was "over the moon" fun! Suda