Society & Culture - 27 December 2007

I have read some posts on here where individuals believe it is rude to request money for a funeral. I did not learn of the practice of giving the gift of money until my grandmother had passed away, and I cannot tell you how much the funds assisted with paying for everything involved to properly lay her to rest; as she did not have insurance.

My question is, how do I politiely and properly request individuals give money? I have a friend who just lost her son on Christmas Day. He was sick for many years (and un-insurable), they do not have much money and are talking about taking out a home equity loan to try and pay for a proper funeral. They do have two other children to think of as well and I'd like to do whatever I can to ensure those who wish to pay their respects do so with a donation to the family instead of flowers. PLEASE HELP!

2007-12-27 03:26:29 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Etiquette

Do you ever confuse the two? As an atheist I see myself doing this sometimes. There is a big difference between saying "there is a creator, but just because he created the universe doesn't necessarily mean he's omnipotent, omniscient, or omnibenevolent, just that he's capable of creating" and saying "there is a god whom I have a personal relationship with, he looks out for me and talks to me, and he wants me to praise him"

The first one is almost reasonable, although I still don't believe it, and the second one (IMO) is baseless and arrogant. The first one isn't really enough to build a religion off of because it's so bland that there's really no point in worshipping this entity.

I think atheists are doing ourselves a disservice when we blur the distinction between the two and someone who takes the more bland approach will justifiably get defensive when we do.

Can this bland approach exist without religion? What reason other than faith can one have to suspect a creator?

2007-12-27 03:26:06 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

I hate it but it makes me feel good after eating & drinking so much on Christmas day I walk with arm weights jog a little about 3 miles We should all exercise for good health Iam 65

2007-12-27 03:25:21 · 33 answers · asked by Tracer 5 in Senior Citizens

I am trying to find out what religions had to do with the creation of this idea. I think hinduism but I am not sure

2007-12-27 03:25:10 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

The amount of lies/falsities and brutality in the religious texts are disgusting to me. Why not you?

2007-12-27 03:25:02 · 35 answers · asked by lifelover 4 in Religion & Spirituality

They could've tranquilised it but there was no reason to kill it.

It just killed 1 man, there are more than 6 billion people in this world....
There are less than 1000 Tiger in the World

2007-12-27 03:24:46 · 30 answers · asked by Kokujo- Evil Pervert & Genius! 3 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-12-27 03:24:35 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

I am usually at a loss as to what to cook for dinner each day, so my husband and I end up eating out a lot. It's just the two of us and it's hard to cook for two people. Most recipes call for 4-6 servings, but I am not a leftovers person so a lot of food goes to waste. My husband loves leftovers but even he gets tired of eating the same thing.

We get into arguments about what we are going to have for dinner, who's going to cook it, or where we will eat out at. It's just too expensive to eat out and it's making us gain weight. My husband doesn't care for most vegetables (except corn), whereas I love green leafy vegetables. He is a meat and potatoes guy and I love seafood and vegetables.

I really want to get my household in order this upcoming year, and this is one of the things on my list. Would it be out of order to come up with a set menu and stick by that? 10 points to the person with the best answer.

2007-12-27 03:23:35 · 14 answers · asked by Hoping he will bless me with #1 4 in Etiquette

2007-12-27 03:23:02 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

2007-12-27 03:22:37 · 7 answers · asked by smilingontime 6 in Religion & Spirituality

We've all seen these questions where someone explains in great detail how much of a sorry person they are, and you naturally want to repsond with "what were you thinking??" and then receive a violation notice. Not only you, but most of the responders get reported. Do you appreciate people like this?

2007-12-27 03:21:37 · 21 answers · asked by twowords 6 in Etiquette

God: you can stay at my place, but only if you really, really love me.

Satan: you can stay at my place, no matter how you feel about me.

Just wondering which version sounds more like unconditional love to you.

2007-12-27 03:21:22 · 23 answers · asked by ? 6 in Religion & Spirituality

1. I do NOT believe the Bible is to be given a literal or historical interpretation. I do believe Mythology is the way to spiritual insight.
2. I DO believe the archetype of Christ is life changing.
3. I am NOT an atheist or agnostic
4. I do NOT pretend that I can intellectualize God
5. I DO believe that we can glimpse God through our interactions with others
6. I AM educated with degrees in Psychology, Theology and Psychotherapy
7. I embrace the absolute right of all to be a part of the religion of their choice
8. I believe their is wisdom and grace in all world religions
9. On a daily basis I TRY to do the right thing
10. I totally accept I am imperfect
11. I had Mother Teresa as a teacher - I can see the "image" of Christ in all I serve
12. My work is my ministry
13. My children are my joy
14. I respect the opinions of others


So, please...why do certain elements of YA attack such beliefs? I do not attack theirs but I will offer my stance as a comparison.

2007-12-27 03:20:30 · 28 answers · asked by AS 2 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-12-27 03:18:38 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-12-27 03:17:53 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

On a suicide attack killed about 20 people as she drove away from a campaign. How do you feel about this ?
The people of Pakistan they must be very sad about the news.

2007-12-27 03:17:48 · 26 answers · asked by sim sim 6 in Ramadan

My boyfriends birthday is next week. We've been together for 7 months now and I have no idea what to get him for his birthday. I already got him a pair of sneakers and a baseball jersey for Christmas. I'm really stuck here. please help me out and tell me what would be a good gift to get for him. I would really really really appreciate it.

2007-12-27 03:17:47 · 3 answers · asked by curious 2 in Valentine's Day

Please answer me as a human who is able to think and reason and don't relate it to what your bible says.

...and here is an optional question:
If you're able to stop them beforehand without killing them, which method of killing will you choose?

=p

2007-12-27 03:16:54 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

...I appreciate the sharing of personal experiences that could help someone, without expectation...

2007-12-27 03:16:30 · 37 answers · asked by Anonymous in Senior Citizens

2007-12-27 03:16:18 · 19 answers · asked by Jereme K 3 in Religion & Spirituality

A man walks into a bar and sits down. He notices a foot-tall piano player playing up a storm.
Man: Hey, this guy's really good! Where'd you get him?

Barkeep: Oh, I have a magic lamp that gives me anything I want.

Man: Can I try?

Barkeep: Sure just rub it and say what you want.

Man (rubbing the lamp): I wish for ten thousand bucks.

* Ten thousand ducks appear *

Man: What the hell happened? I asked for 10,000 BUCKS, not DUCKS!

Barkeep: Think I asked for a twelve inch pianist?

2007-12-27 03:15:38 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous in Senior Citizens

2007-12-27 03:15:24 · 5 answers · asked by sanav78 1 in Languages

2007-12-27 03:12:59 · 28 answers · asked by ? 2 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-12-27 03:12:56 · 16 answers · asked by zoezeph 4 in Other - Society & Culture

On her life?
Do you think she was corrupt?
Or do you believe that she was a good person/politician?

ALL ANSWERS WELCOME!!

2007-12-27 03:12:41 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-12-27 03:11:34 · 36 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-12-27 03:11:13 · 16 answers · asked by boomer48 1 in Etiquette

Suppose you find a watch in the middle of a desert. What would you conclude? Would you think that someone dropped the watch? Or would you suppose that the watch came by itself?
http://islam.thetruecall.com/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=123&mode=&order=0&thold=0

2007-12-27 03:09:56 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

I am very interested in Islam and I was thinking if I can do that or do I have to become muslim first. I want to see how being muslim feels before I decide. Thank you.

2007-12-27 03:09:49 · 9 answers · asked by Khadija S 1 in Religion & Spirituality

i would be gratefull those who live or have lived in islamic countries or families to answer.

Have we in the west got any idea what the islamic people want.....or do we just (big headedly) think they want what we want

2007-12-27 03:08:56 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality