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Reply to Hey! How did YOU get in here?!?! in Blogging JoeUser Forums

Been dinking with the internet for many years (pre-Mosaic days) - was aware of (and reading) blogs from about the moment they started being called that. Discovered Brad's blog one day by chance and made him a semi-regular stop. Came to check out his latest thoughts one day and found THIS. I've tried other blog sites, and still haven't decided what or how I want to do my own blog(s). Just have the urge to write or rant at times and this outlet

Reply to For God sake dont marry a Homosexual!! in Blogging JoeUser Forums

An armful of roses to Mrs. Quinn for writing this and thank you for sharing the article. I've got several people that will be seeing it soon!

Is Your Software Project In Trouble? in Business JoeUser Forums

In the article Is your project in trouble? The 8 warning signs by Matthew Osborn the author talks about 8 signs that a software project might be in trouble. Having recent experience on a software project from... you know where, I had to put my own spin on this. Hopefully it helps somebody else.

Reply to Gay Marriage Amendment in Current Events JoeUser Forums

Phoenix - I think you've got it all right. You know, I wondered if I came off too negative about Catholics or Southern Baptists... but that is where most of the harshest criticism and strongest words have come from. You'd be amazed to hear one of the Catholic deacons I know speak on the subject. And yeah, r

Reply to Why Conservative Christians Should ENCOURAGE Gay Marriage in Current Events JoeUser Forums

- and after what you just posted on my article *shakes head* I think the issue here is more emotional than intellectual, at least on the "personal" level. Fear and what people have been taught drive people to act as they do. I have all kinds of half-thought-out theories as to why gay people are discriminated against the way they are, but I'll spare you here on your blog <img src=

Reply to Gay Marriage Amendment in Current Events JoeUser Forums

Thank you Phoenixboi - I'm not sure the word "normal" can be applied to me though (I'm an engineer ) Equality and respect for people are things that I've been taught since an early age. I've seen the effects of hatred on others and it isn't pretty. I typically dislike people on a personal level - not because they belong to one group or another. This constitutional amendment i

Reply to Gay Marriage Amendment in Current Events JoeUser Forums

Ah, Sir Peter... to think you'd take notice of something from me - somebody obviously low in points, middle class and American as well. It is an interesting world. For example, there are artists and actors that are gay (both openly and not so openly) that people look up to (an American way of saying respect) for their talents and/or work. The fact that their sexual preference doesn't match mine doesn't make their talents or contributions to th

Reply to Gay Marriage Amendment in Current Events JoeUser Forums

Hi Marvin - this is more what I was expecting - thanks for the comment. I haven't been taken in by the liberal plots. I happen to know several people that are gay and have a lot of respect for them. I also know several gay people that I wouldn't give the time of day to. Funny thing is, I know "normal" people in both categories too. I feel that it is against everything I believe about the US to discriminate against these people in any way becau

Reply to Gay Marriage Amendment in Current Events JoeUser Forums

Mack - it is more an emotional issue to most than an intellectual issue. Arguing with a wall is much less stressful than arguing with people about religion or emotional issues - at least with a wall you don't have any hope of it considering alternative views.

Reply to What Would *insert your name here* Do? in Politics JoeUser Forums

Clinton pulled out of Somalia - look at that country now. The US presence has to be maintained until the new Iraqi government is stable and the military and police forces are all adequately trained and armed. While I would like to see the US out of Iraq in 5 years or less I don't really see that happening. There is too much unrest in that part of the world and, no matter what it looks like at times, I believe the US presence keeps the lid on t

Reply to Oh yeah I had a VOTERGASM!! in Politics JoeUser Forums

I'm sure the Christians will come out against this (even for married people - remember it's pro-creation not recreation... ) I think its a funny way to get people to vote, but as far as being a good tactic/bad tactic let us know if it works for you.

Reply to Gay Marriage Amendment in Current Events JoeUser Forums

Thank you for your comment Jamie B. I don't expect to see much support for this article. I agree with you that legal relationships for homosexuals would make many civil matters much easier to deal with - and it would protect long term partners that don't fit the "normal" and restrictive male-female definition. Life is too short and there are many other issues that are much more worthy of time and energy.

Gay Marriage Amendment in Current Events JoeUser Forums

Its a sad day for Louisiana and the United States of America thanks to the voters of Louisiana yesterday, Sept. 18, 2004. A proposed state constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriages and civil unions was passed in a state-wide election. Louisiana already has a law stating that marriage can be only between a man and woman, but supporters of the amen

Reply to FCC Indecency Fines in Current Events JoeUser Forums

A further suggestion. If you don't like what is on TV and radio turn them off and read a book, write a letter or write a blog. The result of fines like this will be higher consumer prices (advertisers will pay more to help defray these fines and they in turn will pass the cost along to you) and even more worthless programming. Many of the people that complain have got to be the ones that keep tuning in. How ironic is that? Anyway, like the tit

FCC Indecency Fines in Current Events JoeUser Forums

According to news reports today, the Senate has approved a measure by a vote of 99-1 to raise the fines for "indecency" to $275,000.00 per indecent incident with a cap of $3,000,000.00 a day. This is up from the current $27,500.00 per incident for the FCC licensed broadcasters and $11,000.00 per incident fine for personalities. This measure was sponsored by Kansas Sen

Reply to President Bush and Clinton's Legacy of Hatred in Blogging JoeUser Forums

Thank you WiseFawn. Yeah, I'm sure there are plenty of people that have sleepless nights because we're in Iraq. There are always personal costs for those involved. In a national sense though I support it 100%. Ignoring evil is condoning evil.

Sex, Lies and Videotape in Current Events JoeUser Forums

President Bill Clinton's new book "My Life" will be available Tuesday. Various news outlets including the AP and the New York Times have acquired advanced copies and have begun releasing excerpts and reporting on the contents. The publisher, Alfred A. Knopf, reportedly payed a $10 million dollar advance to the former president for his 957 page book (for those of you

Reply to President Bush and Clinton's Legacy of Hatred in Blogging JoeUser Forums

President Clinton oozes charisma. He is an excellent politician and people confuse that with being a leader. At least, that is my perception. President Bush has never been the darling of the media and is almost never presented in a good way. I'm perfectly happy with you disagreeing about the justification for invading Iraq. I always think of the quote generally attributed to Edmund Burke when I have any doubts: "The only thing necessary for t

President Bush and Clinton's Legacy of Hatred in Blogging JoeUser Forums

Take this blog for what it's worth. I was listening to talk radio today (something I never do) and was surprised at just how stupid and banal the callers were on the day's hot topics: Bill Clinton's new book and the Iraq war. I just had to respond and the following are presented as my opinions only. First off, I am still amazed at how many people think Bill C

Reply to Finding a Voice in Blogging JoeUser Forums

To WiseFawn - thank you. Just not enough hours in the day. Good things were and are happening, and I hope that I can become active here now. To David St. H - I'm going to find your blog. Thanks for visiting mine. To psychx - thank you also. A comment like yours is one of the reasons I really enjoy this site so much. To NickyG - You're welcome and Thank You so much for making me intested in the "new" JoeUser.com. You're the be

Reply to Resisting Yet Embracing Change in Misc JoeUser Forums

I don't think the feelings you are describing are all that unique. Sure, the actual events in your life are all yours, but the feelings are really quite common to a lot of people. I remember having some of the same fears even though our circumstances are quite different. Face your fears and meet life with a smile, if you get knocked down just get up and try again. The only other option is to hide from life and that just doesn't sound appealing at all.

Reply to Finding a Voice in Blogging JoeUser Forums

HI Trinitie! Thank you for the encouragement, I really appreciate it. You are another of the dozen people that I read on a regular basis.

Reply to Finding a Voice in Blogging JoeUser Forums

Thanks imajinit - didn't mention you by name in the article but you are one of the people that I enjoy reading. Your suggestion is the way my "cult" post came to be, and this one too. I need to try what you are suggesting with titles, that could help a lot. Thanks again.

Reply to Making Dreams into Reality in Blogging JoeUser Forums

Thank you very much for the kind words. It really is wonderful.

Finding a Voice in Blogging JoeUser Forums

I came to JoeUser.com originally because I had discovered Brad Wardell's blog and enjoyed reading what he had to say. It wasn't required daily reading, but every few days or couple of weeks I'd stop in and catch up. It was a pleasure to read thoughts from an average guy that didn't mind sharing his opinions. I came back one day a few weeks ago after a long absen