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QUOTE(SnB @ Aug 12, 2005 -> 01:10 AM) :banghead I'll see your :banghead and raise you a :banghead and just for good measure: :banghead

QUOTE(Benson&Rexage @ Aug 12, 2005 -> 01:00 AM) I'm the only one on here who has answered the question. It is not natural. Get two men together. Can they reproduce? NO! There is your answer. It is not natural! and abortion in wrong except for rape. So vote for Kerry again so the Democrats can never have power again. O Bamma is 08 So, should women that have reached menopause be allowed to have sex? What about infertile couples? Should straight women give their boyfriends blow jobs--doesn't serve to reproduce, so your theory would say no.

QUOTE(Benson&Rexage @ Aug 12, 2005 -> 12:56 AM) It is not scientificly correct for a man and a man or a women and a women to have sex. For many reasons 1) you cant reproduce 2) its nasty ( except in a few cases ie Wild Things) 3) Billy Ocean doesnt sleep with dudes 4) People who root for the cubs have limpt wrists 5) Billy Ocean is not gay If you aren't going to say anything that adds to the discussion don't say anything.

Ich bein ein Berliner!

QUOTE(JUGGERNAUT @ Aug 12, 2005 -> 12:47 AM) I choose accepted to mean something a person would partake in. As opposed to tolerate which would be accepting what other people partake in. Let me re-phrase the scale: 1: participate in only heterosexual relationships 2: participate in heterosexual relationships, and bi-sexual ones with gorgeous people 3: participate in heterosexual relationships, and bi-sexual ones with average people 4: participate in homosexual relationships, and bi-sexual ones with average people 5: participate in homosexual relationships, and bi-sexual ones with gorgeous people 6: participate in only homosexual relationships Maybe we do need a poll so that people can weigh in anonymously. It would give us better results. So, for me to TRULY accept lesbians I need to get it on with other ladies? Someone get me Kate Winslet--quick! I don't see the logical flow there--sorry.

QUOTE(JUGGERNAUT @ Aug 12, 2005 -> 12:34 AM) I'm curious to see where others fall on the 6 level scale. Do we need a poll? Can't I just, like, accept everyone and worry about making myself right with God? Or is that not an option? EDIT: By everyone I mean, of course, adults in a consensual relationship with other adults. I am talking here, in terms of the "scale" that Juggs laid out of the spectrum from homosexual to heterosexual that refers to adults.

For a pitcher I would go with wins. For battes, I think the most important stat depends on where they fall in the batting order. I look at SB's differnetly for a lead-off hitter than clean-up and RBI's more for the latter than the former. Overall, though, I would go with GBlum and say R for batters, though.

QUOTE(Benson&Rexage @ Aug 12, 2005 -> 12:31 AM) God created Adam and Eve not Adam and Steve. But its your choice even though it is not natural. I know that in some carribean countires (Jamacia for sure) being a f** is really frowned upon and in some cases people get killed for it Thank God we live in America and that doesn't happen here! EDIT: spelling in quoted text fixed.

QUOTE(SleepyWhiteSox @ Aug 11, 2005 -> 11:50 PM) Well, it's no surprise that examples of such "prohibition of women" can be found in the Bible, since that was the norm in the societies of those times, but I believe that the point that he made is that such limitations of inequality were not the basis of the founding of these religions. He stated that " These religions are based on the sovereignty of God and the deliverance of His people through his Grace and mercy," and I tend to agree with that. It's more through the imperfections of man and his free judgement that these unfair treatments take place than what the religions stand for and the ideals they are based on. I don't think asking if he is a man was necessary... You're right it wasn't necessary because it was obvious from his post that he was a man. And, if religion is about God, grace and mercy (which I think is how faith should be)--why are some people allowed to experience it and others told that God's grace does not extend to them for their sins? Or that they cannot be messengers of God's grace and mercy; to me that says that we humans have put restrictions on God's grace and mercy and only want those positive qualities of faith to be given to those like us.

QUOTE(sti3 @ Aug 11, 2005 -> 11:48 PM) This is getting mad deep yo. I don't think we want Ozzie speaking for mainstream theology do we? No, I was really more responding to the previous post that, I think, rather misrepresented a lot of what Christianity is about. And no, I definitely don't want Ozzie speaking for mainstream theology--although I have a feeling it would be interesting. . .

Linkage Beloved Kermit the Frog Approaching 50 By MICHAEL CIDONI, Associated Press Writer Thu Aug 11,12:44 PM ET LOS ANGELES - Kermit the Frog, that Muppet of all Muppets, has got to have other Hollywood stars green with envy. He's turning 50 years old next month but doesn't look a day over... well, he looks pretty much the same as in the mid-'50s, when he made some of his earliest appearances with puppeteer pal Jim Henson on the local Washington, D.C. TV show, "Sam and Friends." And Kermit doesn't seem to have aged a day since getting his star-making breaks in the late 1960s, in the telefilm "Hey Cinderella" and on the children's TV series "Sesame Street." "Well, you know, it's interesting being 50," Kermit said in a recent interview with AP Television News. "You start to reflect on your life. And you look back over the years at everything you've ever done. And, with age, middle age, comes wisdom. But I have to say that I'm not sure that 50 for me is the same as 50 in people years." In honor of Kermit's birthday, Buena Vista Home Entertainment has just released "The Muppet Show: Season One," a four-DVD box set that delivers all 24 episodes of the first season of the variety series, which originally aired from 1976-81. "(It) has never been released in its entirety before; this is the first time," Kermit noted. "And, on there, not only do we have all those amazing guest stars like Sandy Duncan and Candice Bergen and Ruth Buzzi, Florence Henderson — all those original folks who worked with us back in the '70s. But we also have the original tape that we did to try to sell 'The Muppet Show,' as an extra, which I don't think the public has seen before." Other DVD bonuses include the original "Muppet Show" pilot, in which Kermit barely appeared, as well as a first-season gag reel. Besides the Muppets themselves, "The Muppet Show: Season One's" star attractions are, indeed, the star attractions, including such legends as Lena Horne, Vincent Price and Ethel Merman. "I'd have to say one of the memorable ones was probably the first guest we had, which was Juliet Prowse: a beautiful lady and talented performer," Kermit said. "She probably took a big chance coming on with a lot of farm animals." The frog also appears in another new DVD release, the telefilm "The Muppets Wizard of Oz," which originally aired in May. "It stars Queen Latifah, David Alan Grier, and Jeffrey Tambor, along with Ashanti as Dorothy," said Kermit. "And Gonzo plays The Tin Thing, because he's not really a man. Fozzie is The Cowardly Lion. I am The Scarecrow. So, it's sort of a Muppet adaptation." The DVD delivers an extended cut of the film, running 20 minutes longer than the broadcast version. And if that wasn't enough, we're likely to see a lot more of the green guy over the next year. "I will be celebrating my 50th year in show business starting this September, and that's going to be like a yearlong celebration," he said. "And it'll be a whole year filled with things having to do with being green and frogs and all that sort of stuff." As for Kermit's own private birthday bash? He's unsure what to expect, but he's prepared for anything from that wacky Muppet menagerie — even exotic dancers. "Listen, you can send a stripper to my party if you like," he said. "It won't affect me because, as you can see, I am appearing naked, which I always try to do because I'm kind of a natural guy."

QUOTE(South Side Fireworks Man @ Aug 11, 2005 -> 08:07 PM) While I can't speak for Islam, I can state with certainty that Judaism and Christianity are not founded on the beliefs of the inferiority of women and inequality of the sexes. These religions are based on the sovereignty of God and the deliverance of His people through his Grace and mercy. While the Bible states that male and female may have different roles in some earthly matters, it stresses that all are equal before the Lord. You're a man aren't you? I recommend reading the Book of 1 Timothy, look at the heirarchy of the Catholic church and other prohobition on women teaching, preaching in the Church. I wouldn't say Christ was a misygonist--because he was a REAL egalitarian (who, not coincidentally, never said word one about homosexuality--he was more concerned about divorce and the love of money--yet I never see that as a rallying cry for the religious). But I will say that the founding fathers (note: fathers) of Christianity and the patriarchs did not think so kindly of women. Pretty much anyone that has read significant amounts of early theologians (Augustine comes first to mind) can see there's definitely an anti-woman bent. Also, there is no prohibition on lesbianism in the bible--and the prohibitions on male-male relations in the OT are based pretty solely on the bad biology that said that male sperm not reaching an egg was tantamount to abortion as it was what created life by itself. And in the NT authoratative texts do not use the word homosexual--instead correctly translating those passages to imply the meanings meant by the authors to refer to acts of ritual sex/male prostitutes/etc that served the pagan gods.

QUOTE(rangercal @ Aug 11, 2005 -> 03:15 PM) I'm searching to understand you're opinion better. You are definately entitled to you're opinion.I just expected a more superior answer from you. Iowa is better because you got you're heart broken in Nebraska? Iowa is better because it is closer to Madison and Chicago? Based on prior topics/posts I have read from you, I know you are very astute. I'm sorry I expected a stronger opinion from you. Iowa is better in my opinion, because I enjoy being close to large cities with a plethora of things to do. I want to be able to drive a few hours and be able to see museums with a good collection of art, artifacts, etc. I DON'T want to be somewhere where the best thing to do all during the fall is go to football games. I think that's as good a reason as any to choose Iowa over the Nebraska--closer to a big cultural center. And when a state's biggest city is sometimes the football stadium on game nights--yeah, I think I'd rather be closer to Minneapolis' great local music scene, the Art Institute, the Sox, the Amana colonies (for a nice weekend getaway), Chicagos' good theatre scene, and all of that. I think that is as good a reason as "I went to school there so that means NE is exempt from all bad talk." And for the record, I would still choose NE as the worse state if I had never dated my ex--his being from there (and meeting his odd, close-minded and judgemental extended family) is really just extra push into the choosing IA side.

QUOTE(rangercal @ Aug 11, 2005 -> 02:24 PM) with that theory, North Dakota must be great too. Nebraska is not much further from Cities as Chicago, Kansas City, and Denver. Try harder chisoxy girl, I know you are capable of it. What? That makes no sense. You obviously aren't understanding the term "opinion," and my opinion is I would rather be in Iowa because of it's proximity to other more fun places.

QUOTE(rangercal @ Aug 11, 2005 -> 01:26 PM) Like what places? Omaha? Omaha is in Nebraska. everything sucks in Iowa. At least Nebraska has a city. Omaha's population is very comparable to plenty US cities. Iowa is close to the Twin Cities, within a few hours from Chicago and Madison. If you have 5 hours to drive in Iowa you could go cool places--drive 5 hours from Nebraska and you're still in suck central.

QUOTE(Mplssoxfan @ Aug 11, 2005 -> 12:51 AM) Please please please don't take this the wrong way, CSG, but after reading your posts, if you had told me you went to school in Northfield, I would have incorrectly guessed your alma mater. I love you, no really I do. I've always said that if I knew about that other school before applying I would have gone there. But, all in all, I'm pleased with my choice. Let's just say I love a good fight, and Olaf gave me plenty of those. Plus, it was probably easier for me to be the best there than across the river .

To one of the top five funniest posters here at Soxtalk: HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!!

QUOTE(SleepyWhiteSox @ Aug 10, 2005 -> 11:33 PM) I'm flattered by her very original use of the term "b****" sox. Yes, definitely talented. :puke :puke :puke :puke But, all in good fun. QUOTE(SleepyWhiteSox @ Aug 11, 2005 -> 12:05 AM) Never called her ugly... Right you were a gentleman the whole time--who stuck to a critique of her writing ability. Please.

A Wegman's Turkey sub--the best sub sandwich ever. Mmmmmmmm. . .

QUOTE(SleepyWhiteSox @ Aug 10, 2005 -> 11:57 PM) She's a decent writer, just not a very knowledgeable baseball writer, in my opinion. I can usually see where's she's going in the things I've read, but oftentimes they become too over-the-top and ridiculous to be considered witty to me. Anyways, I was just stating my opinion on the matter. Well, I guess I disagree with your first point. And, I think I'd respect your opinion a lot more had you just said that instead of saying she's ugly. It doesn't make you seem very desirable (or knowledgeable about writing if you can only slam her by pointing out that she's not a supermodel).

QUOTE(LosMediasBlancas @ Aug 10, 2005 -> 12:25 PM) Still it seems kinda wierd that she didn't say ANYTHING into the radio to her husband for help. I don't wanna blame the guy, but wouldn't you: a. be on a cell phone with her the entire time? Even just to kill the boredom of the drive. b. Have her driving in front of you, you can give her directions via radio. c. And would you even for 1 second let her car out of your rear view mirror? I've driven long drives following my dad--at times in inclement weather, or new roads, and we have walky-talkys and stuff--but I won't let him use them much or talk on the phone because it's generally a bad idea while driving. And sometimes it's just not possible to have the other person in your rear-view window. Or your focusing on the road ahead more than the person you're following. None of this sounds that fishy to me except that she's dead.

QUOTE(kapkomet @ Aug 10, 2005 -> 11:30 PM) You all need to seriously stop with the cracks and cut downs of her. She's very talented, and she loves her team. Good for her. There've been a couple times when what she wrote was so well-done and just made me laugh with something really smart and witty where I've honestly wanted to e-mail her and say how much I enjoy her blog. I think she's great. And I'd much rather spend an afternoon chatting with her than a lot of the people who rip her to shreds. Ooooooh, b**** sox is so original. Yeah, and so is the Twinks, Twinkies, YankMEs, whatever. Get over it, other than that knickname her blog/articles are far more intelligent than a lot of the anti-other team drivel I see around here.

QUOTE(SoxFan1 @ Aug 10, 2005 -> 10:44 PM) Well, I have scheduled visits to UMinn and Rutgers for next summer. Akron and GVSU for Spring Break but nothing for SCSU. FYI... I thought about going to Rutgers for Grad school, but then I found out that it was in Jersey. EDIT: UMN is a really nice campus--I think you'll like it a lot. When you go if you have any questions about fun things to do in the area let me know, I can tell you some neat stuff up in the cities.

Wow!!!! Congrats! That's really awesome!

QUOTE(Pauly8509CWS @ Aug 10, 2005 -> 07:26 PM) You guys can apply all you want, but it's pointless if you havent been there. I actually committed the unforgiveable sin of committing to a college that I'd never visted (in a state I'd never visited). My parents thought I was nuts, but it turned out well.