Ksprizzle I hear ya on that post you made.. But Hard core ? You don't really know me as a person or to say what kind of Christian I am. This site is daily strength and if someone post something that's uplifting for someone else. Why say something rude. I don't judge you on what ur your belief is. If you find it funny to make fun of people and find their beleifs to be silly and like to rattle them. Why not be on a site for bullies.

Again, I'm sorry that I have offended you by my use of words, in particular the use of the word "harcore". I would like to add that my definition of hardcore could be different than yours and I did not mean it in a negative context. I would ask that you just ask me next time what my definition of something is before taking it personally and getting so defensive.

I would also like to add that I did not call you specifically a "bible thumper" nor did I specifically call you "hardcore", nor did I mean either in a negative context. You have taken offense to what I have said and I am sorry to have upset you. Your post you just made on here was not nice to me either, so I would also like an apology. I feel you have been attacking me and judging me since I wrote the word bible thumper.

You do not know me either or my beliefs. I try to keep these things separate on this site unless specifically asked as I do not feel this is a place to bring in one specific religion, but rather to address things in a more universal manner.

the DS rules of the road states disrespecting a persons religion is not allowed.

the definition of disrespect is: lack of respect or courtesy.
synonyms:contempt, lack of respect, scorn, disregard, disdain

I just wanted to add this if I may. I haven't gotten the feeling on here but in today's society there is an attitude that is very unhealthy in regards to dating and relationships.
Look at dating sites. Does anyone actually believe that the owners of these sites really care if you find the right person or not. How can you shop for a human being on a machine (computer). For a care, not a human. Second even the lingo of today's society. Let's hook up which could and usually does mean a lot of things. But mostly let's have sex.
Not let's go to a movie and a nice supper, it's, my place or yours?
We are not put here for the gratification of others nor are they put here for ours. We are human beings with feelings and needs. We are compassionate or should be towards others. The one thing I don't see being pushed in society at any level is, always remember the person in front of you is a living human being not a sex machine to make sure your desires and wants are met at any cost.
As adults everyone is responsible for their own choices as long as they understand that there is a big responsibility for each choice they make.
So in the end I am a pessimist about the way the human race treats each other. There are pockets of decent people out there thank goodness. But they are hard to find.
The best we can do is those who have children teach them that others are not playthings for their own enjoyment and to treat people with respect, even those who don't deserve it. Do it because it's who you are.
If I stepped on toes here it wasn't intentional. But I also assume we are all adults and can take it as long as respect is at the root of it.
So if nothing else treat the person your with as a person and always consider their feelings every time. But you have to respect yourself before you can respect others. So some ma need to do some soul searching to get healthy.

Take care.
Peace, Tim

I think there are far more decent people in the world than crappy people. Due to the age we live in, with mass media, the 24 hour news cycle, etc, I think we hear more about ugly people amd that's why it seems lke the majority of people are ugly. I meet great people every day. The may be different from me, they have different views from me, but I don't think they are bad people in their core.

I think it feels like good people are hard to find because we choose to judge people rather than understand them.

Culture has gravitated towards instant gratification in all areas. Most people don't commit to anything anymore. They want to "keep options open," in case something better comes along. Therefore they can make a clean break for something or someone else. I've notice over the years when planning functions, getting people to RSVP is difficult. They don't want to say yes to 7:00 because at 6:59, something else more fun might be offered.

As far as dating sites, this is something discussed on DS many times. They are simply a tool to use to meet others. Not knowing a persons intent on the other side of the screen is difficult. But you encounter that face to face as well. If you don't do "hook ups" then make hat clear in the beginning. It will weed out the ones you don't want quickly.

@MysteryMan,

I read some of your journals and I'm just going to say

(((( HUGS, HUGS, HUGS, HUGS, HUGS ))))

You don't write that much in your journals, but from what you did I'm not sure if the issues are so much from your parent's religion, as much as from your mother never being there.

My mother was there...physically...emotionally...never. I've felt much the same. I too have never been one that really likes to go out. I too may die "alone", but I'm good with that.

I wish that I could reach through the internet and convince you that you're a Good Person and Okay. IDK how to say it.

Just (((((hugs)))),
Patti