Bookmeister

I'm the only member of the church in my family. Everyone has been truly unpleasant about it for a long time, with the exception of my wife. She wishes I weren't a member, either, but at least she doesn't make an issue of it. On the other hand, we just don't invite people over...LOL.

Okay, let me get this straight. In England, if you contest a claim by the police that you did something wrong, you will be severely punished. Hmmm, sounds kinda like a load of squit to me. Of course, that's England, which is quickly on it's way to becoming another 3d world county.

I want to be president, so here's what I'll do. No taxes at all, a chicken in every pot, .25/gal gas, new roads, cheap airfares, universal health care, no wars, free housing for the poor, expansion of the railroads, a strong military, jobs for everyone, legalize marijuana and prostitution, fund more police, improve public education....................and hope that nobody sees that my fingers are crossed.

Hey, what's a divorce or two among friends? Glad you're here.

*...sigh...* Okay, more stuff to do...talk to y'all later.

Whew! Thankfully that's all cleared up now...

Unfortunately, four of the justices just don't seem to get it...but then again, they can have all the protection they want just for the asking. I guess if you can "hire it done" (to quote the Duke in "El Dorado"), then you can pretend that no one else needs to have a firearm to protect themselves and their families.

Uh, I thought the Muslims had a god, too? In fact, I thought it was supposed to be the same god, since we're all "people of the book", according to the muslims. So I'm just wondering how that could be offensive, other than politically?

Kish, that's a great idea about the cardboard and tuna can...Thanks. I've also found that if you squirt a little mosquito repellent on a spoonful of creamy peanut butter, it'll burn long enough to heat a couple of cups of water.

Night Watch (and the rest of the books with Cdr Vimes, Cpt Carrot, et al), and Going Postal and Making Money.

If I remember correctly, didn't Joseph Smith spend a lot of time laughing and poking fun at himself? Seems to me if it's good enough for the Prophet, we ought to be okay with it.

Bro. Card's article was definitely tongue-in-cheek...LOL.

Why you weren't born here. The Dog Always Eats Before You Do. Why Daddy Hides His Magazines. Shovels Are For Digging. Big Kids Do Hate You.

Okay, thanks...now I can never eat Cheetos again...

Can You Jump From the Treehouse? (don't laugh, I did this when I was a kid) Things to Annoy Your Sister. Telling Mommy and Daddy ISN'T Tattling. Where Do They Put Dead Bodies? It Will Always Be Your Fault.

What I found out was that the Brits talk funny like that ALL THE TIME. And they spell stuff weird, too.

Actually, Walter the Farting Dog was one of the most popular children's books in my public library, and was replaced quite often because it was either stolen or used up. Other Possible Titles: How to Be a Coal Miner. You and Your Shingles. Yes, Daddy Does Like Prison. You Don't Need High School.

Elpha, for what it's worth, I'm certainly not angry or upset with you...:)

Well, the way I understand it right now, those who rejected the Gospel in the Pre-existence followed Satan and took off, so there's a third of the souls out of the running right off the bat. Once we're here and can exercise our free agency, we have the choice of receiving the Gospel or not. However, those who accepted Heavenly Father's plan in the Pre-existence were all "foreordained to be Ministers of Christ." However, in order to follow through with Heavenly Father's plan, we would need to hear and accept the Gospel during our mortal existence. I prefer to think that those who reject the Gospel have been deceived by Satan, rather than not being supposed to receive the Gospel during their mortal life. Of course, I could also be incredibly wrong.

Two thoughts. 1. Politicians are like diapers. 2. Just because the majority of voters approve something doesn't mean they're right.

You know, I sure hope someone is copying down all of these...:)

Water Fun in the Basement. Only a Sissy Needs a Bike Helmet. Swinging Games with Rope. Mommy and Daddy ARE Yelling About You. It's Okay to Eat Six Candy Bars at One Time. And Now It's Your Turn to Join the Army.

How Deep Can You Dig A Hole? Garage Toys for Boys and Girls. Is it Hot, or Is It Not? How to Climb a Dumpster.

How to Sharpen Daddy's Knives and Axes. What's in this Bottle Under the Sink?

From my point of view, the general education of those folks younger than I am seems to be very broad, but terribly shallow. The emphasis in much of higher ed appears to be aimed at getting a job (which is certainly understandable) and much less on any sort of in-depth learning. I attribute this to the speed at which we can obtain "information". Many people seem to think that all one needs to do is "google" a subject, or look it up on Wikipedia. They don't seem to have developed the necessary critical analytical and knowledge skills that would allow them to determine whether what they're looking at is actually correct or reliable. Of course, I'm a former librarian, so I would expect to feel this way...LOL