He should also take into consideration that just because we aren't constantly mentioning him in conversation, that doesn't mean we don't want him back.
For example, I wish Ziggy Stardust would return as a regular poster, but I don't mention him in every other post I make; it's not because of indifference -- there's just not much impetus to bring him up in conversation when he's no longer an active/lingering presence here.
Possessed said:
That forum is hilarious. Not that I have ill-feelings toward anybody in particular that's posting in it.
I have ill-feelings toward anyone who uses a fetus as their avatar.
But he's a prayer warrior frink. A WARRIOR. Show some respect.
Fair point.
TV's Frink said:
Post Praetorian said:
So perhaps I should have simply posted a link originally...at this point I do not suppose it truly matters...
I see a bunch of fetus pictures there...I don't think you want me posting.
Yes, I could imagine you bringing on migraines for the moderators ;-) ...yet seemingly they tolerate a number of atheists there so there is some leeway to the discussions...I find it an interesting site due to my interest in philosophy and psychology. It is why I directed Trident there...I imagined it would either assist him, or provide an opportunity to see how he was received. It has been a mixed result...
I was once…but now I’m not… Further: zyzzogeton
“It wasn’t the flood that destroyed the pantry…”
Possessed said:
That forum is hilarious. Not that I have ill-feelings toward anybody in particular that's posting in it. Although on it T claims nobody here wants him to come back/cares if he comes back because he "checked"... but I seem to recall more than one poster saying that they wished he would. Guess he should come back and look harder!
Yes, it has a certain element to it that takes some getting used to. Naturally having had a Catholic background I am well versed in some of the common elements that posters typically gravitate towards...it does provide some opportunities to ask interesting questions...while my Philosophy Thread continues here to languish... ;-)
I was once…but now I’m not… Further: zyzzogeton
“It wasn’t the flood that destroyed the pantry…”
DuracellEnergizer said:
He should also take into consideration that just because we aren't constantly mentioning him in conversation, that doesn't mean we don't want him back.
For example, I wish Ziggy Stardust would return as a regular poster, but I don't mention him in every other post I make; it's not because of indifference -- there's just not much impetus to bring him up in conversation when he's no longer an active/lingering presence here.
I believe he was primarily venting at me and had no intention for his words to have any real substance here...in hindsight that was probably not a fair post to link to. Yet you might understand my decision to do so...I detect in Trident a certain petulance that might lead him to lash out in such a way so that he might say exactly what he does not mean simply to have an effect...but I may be wrong...certainly if he does occasionally read posts here as he claims he has no good excuse not to clarify the matter...I will be more than happy to supply a new apology... ;-)
I was once…but now I’m not… Further: zyzzogeton
“It wasn’t the flood that destroyed the pantry…”
DuracellEnergizer said:
He should also take into consideration that just because we aren't constantly mentioning him in conversation, that doesn't mean we don't want him back.
For example, I wish Ziggy Stardust would return as a regular poster, but I don't mention him in every other post I make; it's not because of indifference -- there's just not much impetus to bring him up in conversation when he's no longer an active/lingering presence here.
truth. There many forum members that I wish would make a return that I don't mention all that much. For example: Gaffer Tape, C3PS, Ferris, and some most here never heard of like Bossk, mottie_soL, GundarkHunter, Shimraa, Yoda Is Your Father, Darth Chaltab, and ricarleite. Just because I do not mention these people every day does not mean I do not wish they would return.
TV's Frink said:
Possessed said:
That forum is hilarious. Not that I have ill-feelings toward anybody in particular that's posting in it.
I have ill-feelings toward anyone who uses a fetus as their avatar.
I honestly don't understand why, even with your past experiences. An aborted fetus would be an extremely offensive avatar, but what's the difference between a picture of a fetus and one of a baby?
I'm not Frink, but it bothers me some too and here's my two cents. It's not the picture that's offensive. It's the usage of it as a pro-life statement. The avatar in this case is meant to represent the person's beliefs, and therefore, advocate for them. Though more of a positive reinforcement than some pro-life advocates I've seen - for example, Earth Day pro-life protesters used blown-up pictures of dead fetuses in San Diego, and it was uncomfortable to walk past and out of place at the event - it's still a misplaced emotional appeal.
Just my two cents.
A Goon in a Gaggle of 'em
Yup.
TV's Frink said:
Yup.
Frink Testa.
Don’t do drugs, unless you’re with me.
Warbler said:
DuracellEnergizer said:
He should also take into consideration that just because we aren't constantly mentioning him in conversation, that doesn't mean we don't want him back.
For example, I wish Ziggy Stardust would return as a regular poster, but I don't mention him in every other post I make; it's not because of indifference -- there's just not much impetus to bring him up in conversation when he's no longer an active/lingering presence here.
truth. There many forum members that I wish would make a return that I don't mention all that much. For example: Gaffer Tape, C3PS, Ferris, and some most here never heard of like Bossk, mottie_soL, GundarkHunter, Shimraa, Yoda Is Your Father, Darth Chaltab, and ricarleite. Just because I do not mention these people every day does not mean I do not wish they would return.
I think he was more interested in proving me wrong than truly considering what he said to be true...or so I surmise...I rarely speak with him due to the frequency with which we swiftly run into misunderstanding...
I was once…but now I’m not… Further: zyzzogeton
“It wasn’t the flood that destroyed the pantry…”
RicOlie_2 said:
TV's Frink said:
Possessed said:
That forum is hilarious. Not that I have ill-feelings toward anybody in particular that's posting in it.
I have ill-feelings toward anyone who uses a fetus as their avatar.
I honestly don't understand why, even with your past experiences. An aborted fetus would be an extremely offensive avatar, but what's the difference between a picture of a fetus and one of a baby?
It didn't look like an aborted fetus to me, it still looked quite alive. Perhaps I was looking at a different picture.
I never said it was an aborted fetus. In fact, I strongly implied that it wasn't.
bkev said:
I'm not Frink, but it bothers me some too and here's my two cents. It's not the picture that's offensive. It's the usage of it as a pro-life statement.
they use it that way because they want people to see just what is being aborted. It is not some cell or a group cells or what not, it is something that looks eerily similar to a baby. They don't think this should be ignored and neither do I . . .
The avatar in this case is meant to represent the person's beliefs, and therefore, advocate for them. Though more of a positive reinforcement than some pro-life advocates I've seen - for example, Earth Day pro-life protesters used blown-up pictures of dead fetuses in San Diego, and it was uncomfortable to walk past and out of place at the event - it's still a misplaced emotional appeal.
Just my two cents.
. . . but there are cases where I think they go too far and the above is one of them.
^What he said. I was going to type up a response, but got distracted....
Thanks for explaining, Ric Olies.
RicOlie_2 said:
I never said it was an aborted fetus. In fact, I strongly implied that it wasn't.
oops, I misread your post.
TV's Frink said:
Thanks for explaining, Ric Olies.
You're welcome.
That makes no sense.
TV's Frink said:
That makes nonsense.
FTFY
Chuck Testa, still broken.
What does that even mean?
A Goon in a Gaggle of 'em
I think he's saying if it weren't broken, it'd be Nikola Tesla.