tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9797121.post111766048322688352..comments2009-07-15T20:37:23.045-04:00Christinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04512238899184204109noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9797121.post-1118230157876432602005-06-08T07:29:00.000-04:002005-06-08T07:29:00.000-04:00Dear student from VA,<BR/><BR/>Sorry you "only got worked up because of the blantant misuse of the word 'tolerance' in the comments" especially because I never used that word. I also made no assumptions but only repeated your words and assumptions to you. <BR/><BR/>You did assume your religious values should trump all others when you said, "I do believe that homosexuality is a sin and should not be supported" and "I've looked into homosexuality in its many forms and backgrounds and gay marriage. I still do not believe that homosexuality is a morally correct behavior or lifestyle. So if I don't agree with giving special (you call equal) rights to any single homosexual individual why would I consider allowing them to marry?" <BR/><BR/>Your intolerance of homosexuality based on your religious views is there for all to see. <BR/><BR/>But this is America. Our form of government is democracy because we are freedom loving people who believe strongly in equal rights for all. In a democracy, all religious views are equally valued.<BR/><BR/>Aunt BeaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9797121.post-1118100436497021952005-06-06T19:27:00.000-04:002005-06-06T19:27:00.000-04:00I only got worked up because of the blantant misuse of the word "tolerance" in the comments. I NEVER said that my beliefs should trump all others, if it came out that way, I'm sorry. I only wanted to give my two cents without having to defend my right to have an opinion. <BR/>And assuming doesn't do you justice, especially when your assumptions just make you look intolerant.<BR/>-student from VAAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9797121.post-1117913089638525852005-06-04T15:24:00.000-04:002005-06-04T15:24:00.000-04:00Now I'm worried about you, student from VA, because you think that I somehow prevented your "beliefs to be heard or even thought upon" when they are sitting right here in this comment section for all the world to read and ponder. I may disagree with your views but I most certainly have not prevented you from expressing them. Calm down.<BR/><BR/>Marriage is sacred to you, and that's fine because in America we are all free to hold and express our own opinions (so far). But also in America we have this quirkly little concept called the law. To legally wed someone here, you need to have a marriage license. A church is not required. <BR/><BR/>People of all faiths, including no faith, have equal rights in America and are free to worship (or not) as they see fit.<BR/><BR/>Shame on you for assuming your religious views should trump all others. <BR/><BR/>Aunt BeaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9797121.post-1117894908484756702005-06-04T10:21:00.000-04:002005-06-04T10:21:00.000-04:00Shame on me? Shame on me?! Shame on you for not allowing my beliefs to be heard or even thought upon. The first things you say and think when reading what I wrote were probably along the lines of "homophobe! closed minded!" Well I've looked into homosexuality in its many forms and backgrounds and gay marriage. I still do not believe that homosexuality is a morally correct behavior or lifestyle. So if I don't agree with giving special (you call equal) rights to any single homosexual individual why would I consider allowing them to marry? Such an action, which I believe is sacred, would undermine all that I believe in this area. Could you consider my proposal before you stone me with your comments? I'm tolerant of their behavior. Shame on you for being INTOLERANT of me.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9797121.post-1117852875438646092005-06-03T22:41:00.000-04:002005-06-03T22:41:00.000-04:00VA student, <BR/><BR/>What do you mean by, "not allowing gays special rights?" What "special rights" do you imagine gays want that you do not have yourself? <BR/><BR/>Gays don't want special rights, they simply want equal rights. Yet here in America, people like you want to deny gays even the simple human dignity of being allowed to wed the person they love. <BR/><BR/>Shame on you!<BR/><BR/>Aunt BeaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9797121.post-1117803929038420702005-06-03T09:05:00.000-04:002005-06-03T09:05:00.000-04:00Anonymous, can you imagine that people who are gay would be treated like everybody else, or is that what you mean by "put on a pedestal?"JimKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13851926934487872344noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9797121.post-1117766015445880682005-06-02T22:33:00.000-04:002005-06-02T22:33:00.000-04:00So wait, that means that just because you see something one way that its the only way it can be? that seems kinda bold and maybe even a little ignorant, intolerant and maybe a little bigoted. <BR/>About the whole "not keeping the sabbath" thing. Why attack us for our beliefs if you are probably hypocritical in your own lifestyle. Why do you judge Christians by one act of wrongdoing? (by the way you really like the word 'pontificating')<BR/>I'm a pretty conservative Christian and I do believe that homosexuality is a sin and should not be supported or even 'put up on a pedistal' as I see is done in much of today's society. The Bible clearly states in many places that homosexual sex is 'detestable' and that sex of any kind should be within the bond of marriage. <BR/>Oh and I know plenty of potheads. And part of their lifestyle "involves getting up,getting their kids off to school ,going to work, taking their kids to sports and music lessons, cooking, cleaning and doing laundry." Same with the drunks and smokers I know.... what does this show?<BR/><BR/>-student from VAAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9797121.post-1117735198977536932005-06-02T13:59:00.000-04:002005-06-02T13:59:00.000-04:00Rhonda- uh, are you pontificating like you have all the answers? You think there is a homosexual " lifestyle" and that homosexuality is a choice. Well, I don't. I know plenty of gay people and their so called "lifestyle" involves getting up,getting their kids off to school ,going to work, taking their kids to sports and music lessons, cooking, cleaning and doing laundry. <BR/><BR/>As for the Bible quoters- I wonder how many of you actually keep the Sabbath as it supposed to be kept or don't covet that which others have- those are in the big ten. Real good at deciding who the sinners are thoughandrearhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00992599135816896933noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9797121.post-1117733250198760682005-06-02T13:27:00.000-04:002005-06-02T13:27:00.000-04:00My my do not get testy if one does not believe as you do.<BR/><BR/>Now that is a choice.<BR/><BR/>I will state it again. I, as a Christian, do not believe that homosexuality is a "choice" or a "sin."<BR/><BR/>Now that is another choice in my beliefs.<BR/><BR/>Kay RKay2898http://www.blogger.com/profile/12877701908098533559noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9797121.post-1117731354241737922005-06-02T12:55:00.000-04:002005-06-02T12:55:00.000-04:00you can believe whatever you want, but believing doesn't make it a fact. homosexuality is indeed a lifestyle choice for many people. stop pontificating like you have all the answers. you don't kay.rhondanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9797121.post-1117722405100688722005-06-02T10:26:00.000-04:002005-06-02T10:26:00.000-04:00Homosexuality is not a "lifestyle..." like choosing one's shoes or food. <BR/><BR/>You said:<BR/>"Christians are so fervent about traditional marriage and not allowing gays special rights because they would only be approving of a sinful lifestyle."<BR/><BR/><BR/>Not true for all Christians. I am a Christian and I do not believe that homosexuality is a "lifestyle" or a "sin."<BR/><BR/>Kay RKay2898http://www.blogger.com/profile/12877701908098533559noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9797121.post-1117721840077463842005-06-02T10:17:00.000-04:002005-06-02T10:17:00.000-04:00The portion of your article that says "the Bible has a verse for everything" is the only section I will applaud. Yes, the Bible does have a verse for everything. When you talk about "dairy products not touching meat" you are speaking of Old Testement law. In the New Testement (which most if not all Christians take as the final word) none of these laws deeming food 'unclean' are applied. Instead Christ tells the followers that "no food is unclean." <BR/> I suggest that before you take any verse out of the Bible to form any arguement you first try to find the context. <BR/> I would have to guess that the reason that anyone would spend their whole life "obsessing about gay people" is that although homosexual actions and thoughts are both sins, and all sins are equal, homosexuality is not just a few actions, it is a lifestyle. Christians are so fervent about traditional marriage and not allowing gays special rights because they would only be approving of a sinful lifestyle.<BR/> -student from VAAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9797121.post-1117678190622228812005-06-01T22:09:00.000-04:002005-06-01T22:09:00.000-04:00I just got asked the strangest question out of the blue from an old friend.<BR/><BR/>My honest non-response will probably require another seat at your round-table here soon.<BR/><BR/><B>Its not my fault</B> your jonesing to be a National celebrity from Maryland, and this discussion is probably on-topic.<BR/><BR/>Call or come by for details if you want them.Artienoreply@blogger.com