the lotus mud

Tax season's over. Get on it.

2007-06-28T02:43:00.000-07:00

Tax season's over. Get on it.

You can find out more about how to get involved on...

2007-01-10T07:04:00.000-08:00

You can find out more about how to get involved on this issue at:

projecthamad.org

also check out the video "Guantanamo Unclassified"

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5E3w7ME6Fs

on a completely unrelated note: http://www.snopes...

2006-12-10T17:39:00.000-08:00

on a completely unrelated note:

http://www.snopes.com/science/microwave/plants.asp

see...

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hahaha, you gotta tell sonal to hide the thing for...

2006-11-26T22:56:00.000-08:00

hahaha, you gotta tell sonal to hide the thing for your own good.

They didn't have any extra controllers. I want to...

2006-11-26T19:53:00.000-08:00

They didn't have any extra controllers.

I want to buy 2 gamecube controllers, 2 classic controllers, and at least one more Wiimote/nunchuck.... eventually.

I would defintely say not opening the Wii is harder than trying to pass the test. I've read the back of the Zelda case ten times now.

WIIIII!!!!! You didn't get any extra controllers?...

2006-11-26T19:47:00.000-08:00

WIIIII!!!!! You didn't get any extra controllers?

Here's my wii number:

1512 9211 6826 0819

Add it by going to:

Wii Msg Board -> Create Msg -> Address Book

What would you rate as more difficult now? Passin...

2006-11-26T16:30:00.000-08:00

What would you rate as more difficult now? Passing your test, or not opening the Wii until the test is taken?

Hmm, you guys think a female or black president wo...

2006-11-26T02:45:00.000-08:00

Hmm, you guys think a female or black president would win now? Obama's only the 3rd black senator since reconstruction. As much as it would be nice for him to be pres, it seems unlikely. I think the first female or non-white pres is going to have to be a republican.

7. Apple pie and baseball 1-6 are all well and go...

2006-11-26T02:28:00.000-08:00

7. Apple pie and baseball

1-6 are all well and good, but EVERYONE wants those things. Jebus, I hope they at least follow up on "Honest Leadership."

Oi abe, you should put some movie related posts up. Btw, you gotta see Scorsese's Departed when u have some time.

7. Grow a pair Stop being the HR Department of Co...

2006-11-09T10:10:00.000-08:00

7. Grow a pair

Stop being the HR Department of Congress and start being the Progressive Party we have the potential to be.

I still think that even wet-behind-the-ears, he's ...

2006-11-06T21:46:00.000-08:00

I still think that even wet-behind-the-ears, he's better than what we've got now -- President Worst Ever.

I love your blog...wifey

2006-11-02T17:47:00.000-08:00

I love your blog...wifey

Yeah I know. We'll see who else runs.

2006-10-31T08:30:00.000-08:00

Yeah I know. We'll see who else runs.

That's a great quote. He's still a little wet beh...

2006-10-30T23:39:00.000-08:00

That's a great quote. He's still a little wet behind the ears and too inconsistent for my full support, but I think he'll be primed for a run in another 6 or 10 years.

This article not only shows the contempt and total...

2006-10-30T23:37:00.000-08:00

This article not only shows the contempt and total disregard for laws that have held this country together for 200+ years, but also shows exactly why McCain is against torture. A man will say or confess anything to stop the suffering. Sadly, Bush is not a smart enough man to make the connection between the two and the continued arrogance of his administration is only digging the grave deeper. The only problem is, we all have to lie in it.

I think that every so often, a jolt is necessary t...

2006-10-30T23:29:00.000-08:00

I think that every so often, a jolt is necessary to productively set things in motion. Anytime that happens, you have the masses who are afraid of change. Fear is a highly motivating emotion and I think we are seeing the backlash of fear in a newly tumultous period. It's a change they're not going to stop, but they're not going to go without a fight.

I just wish more people would try to step in others' shoes every so often. Beyond the emotional and physical factors are the practical issues that are still a mess. What happens when a loving couple goes through a tragedy? Hospitals usually allow family members only. What happens when there is an unforseen death and everything is in one person's name with a family that disapproved of that person's lifestyle? Why should they be discriminated against the tax and legal breaks a straight couple receives? I could go on for days about this topic, but Abe, you hit the nail on the head with this one.

"There is enough hate in the world. I celebrate an...

2006-10-29T23:27:00.000-08:00

"There is enough hate in the world. I celebrate any mutual love I can find."

Well said.

Feelings are not right or wrong. Of course you "fe...

2006-10-28T08:32:00.000-07:00

Feelings are not right or wrong. Of course you "feel somewhat uncomfortable" with gay marriage. That is of no matter beside your willingness to be open to the sheer justice and compassion of it. There is enough hate in the world. I celebrate any mutual love I can find.

Thank you. Writing these thoughts has really help...

2006-10-27T00:49:00.000-07:00

Thank you.

Writing these thoughts has really helped my practice of mindfulness and peace.

I saw Olbermann give that talk on MSNBC. It was am...

2006-10-26T23:32:00.000-07:00

I saw Olbermann give that talk on MSNBC. It was amazing. He said everything that I've thought and wanted to say about President Worst-Ever and this awful situation, but couldn't find the words.

Your blog puts me at ease when I'm in a bad mood. ...

2006-10-26T09:58:00.000-07:00

Your blog puts me at ease when I'm in a bad mood. No joke, I really mean that.

You'll get no argument from me regarding the thing...

2006-10-25T15:05:00.000-07:00

You'll get no argument from me regarding the things you wrote. There are many websites which tackle the Bible v. Science - from both angles. I will leave that debate to them.

Hi Abe, I'm not sure of the context you mean by "...

2006-10-25T06:09:00.000-07:00

Hi Abe,

I'm not sure of the context you mean by "literally," because people interpret that in different ways.

I try to read the Bible in the way the authors appear to have intended it.

When describing historical events, I believe those are literally true (and archeology backs up the Bible 100%).

When Jesus spoke in parables, I don't believe the characters are literally true, but I do believe the teachings and applications are literally true.

When doctrine is taught (do not kill, lover your neighbor, share the Gospel of Jesus, abstain from immorality, etc.) I believe it is literally true that I should obey those commands.

While the Bible is not a science book, I am not aware of anything in it that is not scientifically accurate. For example, passages in the Old Testament describe the water cycle perfectly (clouds, rain, evaporation), hundreds of years before it was documented as scientific knowledge. The Bible also referred to planets as being round long before that was a scientific fact. If you are aware of any alleged scientific errors in the Bible, please let me know.

Have a great day!

Thanks Abe! Very Powerful Sutras.

2006-10-24T07:23:00.000-07:00

Thanks Abe!
Very Powerful Sutras.

I plan on sponsoring a child soon through Children...

2006-10-21T18:17:00.000-07:00

I plan on sponsoring a child soon through Children International. Children Int'l, World Vision, and Feed The Children are all fantastic charities. I'm glad it's been a good experience for you.