Giving things up for Lent

[Choseph]

I have several co-workers who are giving things up for Lent. For example, one gave up sugar and another beer. They asked what I was giving up and I told them I did not observe Lent and they seemed a little surprised. The thing that bothers me is that these co-workers are not religious and never go to church. I think they grew up Catholic and they give things up for Lent just so they can say they did and check it off their list. It seems almost like a contest - who can one-up the others. I was talking with one guy and he admitted he wasn't religious but he said he was a "good person", donates time and money to help others, and basically thought that he would "slip slide" his way into heaven. His attitude was such that it was inconceivable to him that he wouldn't end up in heaven. Make me sad.

Choseph

P.S. I almost titled this post, "Lent Vent" :)

[pam]

We claim the privilege of worshiping Almighty God according to the dictates of our own conscience, and allow all men the same privilege, let them worship how, where, or what they may.

[Guest Alana]

This morning I was just thinking about what one thing I would like to change in my life for the better. Of course this isn't for Lent, but that doesn't matter. I was thinking I'd like to replace one hour of computer time with something more productive.

I think I spend a little too much time on here:P I'm home all day and sometimes the computer is a nice break from dishes and having to look at the same landscape all day. I'm thinking a 30 minutes cleaning (never been my strong suit) and 10 minutes scriptures and then 20 minutes playing with the kids (can never have too much, or if you can, I'm not there yet) would be a nice way to fill the time. The reason I haven't done this yet is because it's hard to say 'this is how much time I'm on the computer.' Or "this next hour I would have been on the computer...' But I don't know that:P So anyways. Even if you're not into Lent, what is one thing you'd like to change?

[Guest Alana]

I liked the slip slide to heaven imagery:P An other phrase that comes to mind is 'by the skin on my teeth'. Religious or not, can't see much harm in self discipline, regardless of the incentive.

[john doe]

I lent my neighbor a nice landscaping rake to finish his yard. He had it so long I forgot he had it, so technically I gave up on it for lent.

[Palerider]

I will not watch football until next season...I promise

[pam]

I promise I will be nice to Palerider for 40 days. Shoot never mind.