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What I have learned over the years is that Scio denounces psychiatry as being ill researched, perhaps even a deliberately distorted/full of outright lies (gasp!) science. What I do ask now is where does the information, study data and research for Dianetics (the Scientology bible) come from...

It was more by accident than design. I was granted leave of absence from my post. I was in charge of the Dissemination Division at our church, which in basis covered sales of the 'products', publishing the magazine and communicating with the public. Most folks join the staff to lower their costs...

He looked like a really great guy. Sad to see it end so soon. The real tragedy is the aftermath for the family and friends. My own son went through this stage, but didn't actually attempt it, although the threat was very real at the time. The stress was terrible. He has a mental illness as...

What was I thinking???? NOT a Mach III, a H1....

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Just curious here. I was one once, but quit in '78. Yes it is a cult. Have been in touch with on or two from back then. I am amazed at the swathe of destruction this religion(?) has carved in individual lives. Both personally and financially. I was lucky I quit when I did. Reading through...

Sold my last bike about 3 years ago, a Honda CB750 F1 (1976). Had it for about 7 years. First bike was a Jawa 250, then a Yamaha CT175 dirt/road. Moved onto a Suzuki TS500. Last bike in NZ was a BSA A65 Lighting (1969). In Oz I've had a Kawasaki 500 triple (the dreaded Mach III) I used to...

I watched a documentary on TV some time ago about a Judge in Yemen who went to the prison and interviewed some terrorists and Al Qeada people. This judge was a radical himself in some ways, as he was opposed to the radical teachings of the radical Islamists. I watched him challenging these...

Reba, I agree entirely with you that the texts should be read in their entirety when using them for quotes. This is how fundamentalists of all sects and religions distort viewpoints by leaving out the pertinent points of the texts, in short, manipulating our thoughts as best as they can by...

As a sideshift (?) to this topic, has anyone heard of the Reverend Canon Dr. Arthur Peacocke? He is, or rather was (he died a few months ago), an ordainded priest in the Anglican church or the Church of England and was awarded the Templeton prize 2001, for furthering progress of religion. It so...

There's an old saying that says "Statistics can be made to prove anything - even the truth!"

My '91 Mazda 121 has over 265, 000 km (159, 000 miles). Still runs sweet and burns no oil. Maintenance is kept regular. Best car we ever had. Wouldn't be surprised if we got another 100 out of it. Our '93 Ford Fairmont has done 300, 000 kms (180, 000 miles). Motor and running gear is fine...

Happy Birthday Opal! My daughter's birthday is tomorrow as well! She will be 16. She is not happy at the moment, having to do maths homework...:pissed: Her boyfriend took her to Evanescence concert on Thursday night for present

Happy Birthday Opal! My daughter's birthday is tomorrow as well! She will be 16. She is not happy at the moment, having to do maths homework...:pissed:

If you ate plenty of onions and garlic beforehand, they would most likely take the long way around you, and the more adventurous ones would spit most of the bits back out, I guess, and leave you to continue your journey!

:madfawk: grrrr.......

Also, as a mere male starting to fell a little insecure and threatened.....! LOL

Point taken Shel, just commenting on the general line this topic seems to be following. Trying to add a little balance if you like.

Women can be just as shallow too. He doesn’t look like a footballer/wrestler/racing driver or doesn’t look intelligent enough. Too tall/short/fat/skinny……… Hasn’t got the right job or connections…… Go to a night club and watch a pack of girls grooming in public, flirting and sending all...

I read a poster on a wall once which said: 7 women in this world look like supermodels. 3 billion do not...... (not 100% sure of exact wording of last figure, but point is made)