http://disqus.com/people/69434d900b105e91f8e3ddc38ec8cc61/enWed, 18 Feb 2009 17:22:57 -0000http://danielrm26.disqus.com/we_are_engaged/#comment-4351406I am all smiles, Daniel and Susan! Love, Aunt LindaLinda MiesslerSun, 26 Nov 2006 13:40:58 -0000http://danielrm26.disqus.com/we8217re_doomed/#comment-4350002When I was in the jury room a few months ago in Oakland, I didn't hear ANY conversations.<br>People kept to themselves, or read.<br><br>I was glad to be there because I got 2 days off of work, got to see a glimpse of the "workings" of the court--was dismissed early the 2nd day, and got to buy moon cakes in Chinatown before my trip home on BART.<br><br>It was an experience I would not have had unless I'd been summoned.<br><br>I also believe that people should feel it a privelege and a duty to participate, IF they can afford it--IE: their job pays them while they are off....<br><br>Tim: Wouldn't you like to have a thoughtful person such as yourself on the jury if you were in a trial??Linda MiesslerSun, 26 Nov 2006 14:07:39 -0000http://danielrm26.disqus.com/my_grandfather/#comment-4353606Dear Daniel,<br><br>That was such a beautiful story, especially since it was true, and from your heart.<br><br>Your grandfather, my father , is someone to remember with a big smile.<br><br>I have nothing but love for you.<br><br>Thankyou.<br><br>Aunt LindaLinda MiesslerFri, 30 Mar 2007 01:59:24 -0000http://danielrm26.disqus.com/is_it_wrong_to_have_children/#comment-6384634Hi Daniel,<br>At first I was going to say I could not think of any reasons. Your argument makes very good sense to me.<br>Then I remembered that children are a gift. Especially in a family setting where you live with each other.<br>2 reasons:1. I am told that there is no love comparable to parent &gt; child (in a good scenario).<br>2. Children will teach their parents. <br>And I just thought of a third reason for procreation if you are lucky enough to have more than 1 child. There is no relationship comparable to having a sibling. Is that any food for thought? <br>I guess you could ask again, why not adopt a child that needs a home? That is a tough one.<br>Maybe it has to do with the idea that you don't know what genetic and other factors are being given to you. More of a challenge? <br>Linda MiesslerLinda MiesslerWed, 18 Feb 2009 17:22:57 -0000http://drm.disqus.com/we_are_engaged/#comment-11152369I am all smiles, Daniel and Susan! Love, Aunt LindaLinda MiesslerSun, 26 Nov 2006 13:40:58 -0000http://drm.disqus.com/we8217re_doomed/#comment-11141840When I was in the jury room a few months ago in Oakland, I didn't hear ANY conversations.<br>People kept to themselves, or read.<br><br>I was glad to be there because I got 2 days off of work, got to see a glimpse of the "workings" of the court--was dismissed early the 2nd day, and got to buy moon cakes in Chinatown before my trip home on BART.<br><br>It was an experience I would not have had unless I'd been summoned.<br><br>I also believe that people should feel it a privelege and a duty to participate, IF they can afford it--IE: their job pays them while they are off....<br><br>Tim: Wouldn't you like to have a thoughtful person such as yourself on the jury if you were in a trial??Linda MiesslerSun, 26 Nov 2006 14:07:39 -0000http://drm.disqus.com/my_grandfather/#comment-11156682Dear Daniel,<br><br>That was such a beautiful story, especially since it was true, and from your heart.<br><br>Your grandfather, my father , is someone to remember with a big smile.<br><br>I have nothing but love for you.<br><br>Thankyou.<br><br>Aunt LindaLinda MiesslerFri, 30 Mar 2007 01:59:24 -0000