Originally posted by HandyAndyYes on both counts.
Doesn't the proposed Irish law only apply to abortions necessary to save the mother's life? This
option is available in the U.S. and just about everywhere else, I believe. Is it a church issue?
But the churches influence is not as powerful as it used to be.
Sex abuse and financial scandals have rocked the church to the core.
People here in Ireland now of my generation ( 52 ) and younger
have no time for the church. They have lost respect and credibility.
Originally posted by rookie54Thanks for weighing in with your inimitable style. Your presence would have contributed counterpoint, blue sky and verve.
you really really REALLY enjoy the term "relaxed" when you describe the conversations you enjoy...
i don't...
i have yet to see a functional bridge built without any sort of dynamic tension...
humans REQUIRE the same, or they will die...
you've indicated you want only those who would eternally respect any others opinion (without reservation?!?)...
...[text shortened]... however i do not recommend drinking the cherry koolade...
i pass on the invite...
Originally posted by ale1552There appear to be a couple of such pairings and within those pairings there do seem to be two zealots and two moderates.
Now, now, boys. If you can't get along, teacher will have to set you in separate corners. Not like boxers...ready to come out swinging, but like Dennis the Menace. You can get your pick of teddy bears to keep you company. 😉
Originally posted by Great Big SteesSince chess players are known to be highly intelligent individuals who are competitive in nature, it is only natural that they occasionally clash over their differences. What might appear to be zealots are actually enthusiastic guys with some strong opinions. Or is it the same thing? 😀
There appear to be a couple of such pairings and within those pairings there do seem to be two zealots and two moderates.
Originally posted by ale1552I'll leave that to the "highly intelligent individuals" you refer to because there are some of us who are just intelligent sheep apparently. "😉
Since chess players are known to be highly intelligent individuals who are competitive in nature, it is only natural that they occasionally clash over their differences. What might appear to be zealots are actually enthusiastic guys with some strong opinions. Or is it the same thing? 😀
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