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Re: God ’ s Favorite Worshipper

Laura Leigh — Sun, 26 Mar 2006 02:00:00 -0000

I was moved by this writing. I want to see ALL of the ones mentioned be truly one in community. Thank you.

Re: God’s Favorite Worshipper

Laura Leigh — Sun, 26 Mar 2006 02:44:11 -0000

I was moved by this writing. I want to see ALL of the ones mentioned be truly one in community. Thank you.

Re: The Logan Sapphire Thread

Laura Leigh — Sun, 11 Jun 2006 22:44:14 -0000

Randy, I was grateful for the chance to hear you in January at the leadership retreat...I had previously enjoyed meeting you in Wichita for our Exodus regional. Our family made an emergency trip from Oklahoma to Illinois last night. My husband's mother is hours from seeing Jesus face to face.

For YOU, I've got two riddles.
#1 - What is gray on the inside and clear on the outside?

um....an Elephant in a baggie.

#2 - "What did one ghost say to another?"
"Do you believe in people?"

Thank you for being a man of integrity.

Re: The Logan Sapphire Thread

Laura Leigh — Mon, 12 Jun 2006 03:00:00 -0000

Randy, I was grateful for the chance to hear you in January at the leadership retreat...I had previously enjoyed meeting you in Wichita for our Exodus regional. Our family made an emergency trip from Oklahoma to Illinois last night. My husband's mother is hours from seeing Jesus face to face.
For YOU, I've got two riddles.
#1 - What is gray on the inside and clear on the outside?
um....an Elephant in a baggie.
#2 - "What did one ghost say to another?"
"Do you believe in people?"
Thank you for being a man of integrity.

Re: Celebrate with me …

Laura Leigh — Sat, 24 Jun 2006 02:29:43 -0000

Wow...over 70# gone from Randy's frame. Go for it man. This is a huge accomplishment and should be celebrated. When your cheat day comes, what will you choose? That's none of my beeswax but I want to congratulate you.

Re: Celebrate with me …

Laura Leigh — Sat, 24 Jun 2006 03:00:00 -0000

Re: Artwork in Hotel

Laura Leigh — Wed, 14 Feb 2007 02:00:00 -0000

I wondered if this were Chihuly as well. Our local art museum has some pieces and, well, it is familiar. About the photography of it I will say it takes on a graphic dimension that I really enjoy and I'm glad you snapped the photo. Nice.

Re: Artwork in Hotel

Laura Leigh — Wed, 14 Feb 2007 03:58:37 -0000

Re: McCain Sings Babs Classics

Laura Leigh — Wed, 14 Feb 2007 04:04:19 -0000

Wow. I give this a 10! I have never seen this before and am so glad. I suspect I'll have to reblog it so I'll have it easily accessable.
If Babs would keep her silly, liberal mouth shut more often, she might still have some fans at our house. Or, they can take her and Shawn Penn and...well, the whole, talented lot of them and ship them to the "better" country of their choice.
All of that and I'm not particularly a fan of John McCain either.

Re: HRC Finds Religion … really?

Laura Leigh — Thu, 22 Mar 2007 23:11:54 -0000

Good post. Good call on the "good word" thing regarding the secular expressions of pseudo spirituality. This "good word" cannot transform a life but surely can influence it.

You asked the question at the end about what defines us (me). Potent thought. I heard an old-fashioned message of repentence last night and am surprised at the hidden sin I do allow to remain unchecked in my life. I think it is this hidden compromise that tempts me to soften for the sake of being nice and avoiding conflict. I dunno. It's a new thought. Good question.

Re: HRC Finds Religion … really?

Laura Leigh — Fri, 23 Mar 2007 03:00:00 -0000

Good post. Good call on the "good word" thing regarding the secular expressions of pseudo spirituality. This "good word" cannot transform a life but surely can influence it.
You asked the question at the end about what defines us (me). Potent thought. I heard an old-fashioned message of repentence last night and am surprised at the hidden sin I do allow to remain unchecked in my life. I think it is this hidden compromise that tempts me to soften for the sake of being nice and avoiding conflict. I dunno. It's a new thought. Good question.

Re: Top 50 Gays & “ The Closet ”

Laura Leigh — Thu, 05 Apr 2007 03:00:00 -0000

If it is normal...and people act like gay is okay...and everyone should be free to be who they feel they are... then what's the prob with people thinking their lives don't have to be highlighted for their gayness? Maybe some of these folks have higher aspirations than their gayness? Maybe.

Re: Top 50 Gays & “The Closet”

Laura Leigh — Thu, 05 Apr 2007 05:29:44 -0000

Re: Remembering A Hero

Laura Leigh — Thu, 05 Apr 2007 05:37:33 -0000

He saw a vision of some kind of unity...a coming together. His name is so loosely invoked in the various pursuits of "so-called" equality. Whether it is SoulForce or some other group, it is imagined (truly imagined) that he would stand WITH them in their pursuits. I wonder.

Re: Interview with Marine Cpl Matt Sanchez

Laura Leigh — Tue, 10 Apr 2007 03:00:00 -0000

Good interview. I'll be reposting this on my blog because it intrigues me so.
William Wilson responded to your decision to edit his comments with "so much for certain Christians and the truth..." Nothing in this interview concerns me. As you've stated in other posts recently, there really is a problem, in the view of many, with a man or woman changing the way they choose to live their lives. That point of view (Willim's included) certainly undermines the power of the mere human to make drastic changes in their lives simply because they want change. Add to that the additional power afforded mere humans through conversion or other meaningful spiritual experiences and we see humans changing all the time.
Additionally, I don't see the problem with someone continuing to try to make such changes even if they relapse. Anything that is strongly addictive or deeply seated requires LOTS of active choosing over long periods of time to make changes. I'm still a work in progress regarding my sexually addicted, lesbian past...Yet, at the 17-year mark I have to say that it is a very rare day that I deal with any significant sexual temptation of any kind and I'm glad I've done the work required to find that peaceful place.
Anyway, I appreciate this post and Sanchez's clear direction and his effort in living with some moral code and direction. As a conservative, I've got no problem with this man's history.

Re: Interview with Marine Cpl Matt Sanchez

Laura Leigh — Tue, 10 Apr 2007 04:46:10 -0000

Good interview. I'll be reposting this on my blog because it intrigues me so.

William Wilson responded to your decision to edit his comments with "so much for certain Christians and the truth..." Nothing in this interview concerns me. As you've stated in other posts recently, there really is a problem, in the view of many, with a man or woman changing the way they choose to live their lives. That point of view (Willim's included) certainly undermines the power of the mere human to make drastic changes in their lives simply because they want change. Add to that the additional power afforded mere humans through conversion or other meaningful spiritual experiences and we see humans changing all the time.

Additionally, I don't see the problem with someone continuing to try to make such changes even if they relapse. Anything that is strongly addictive or deeply seated requires LOTS of active choosing over long periods of time to make changes. I'm still a work in progress regarding my sexually addicted, lesbian past...Yet, at the 17-year mark I have to say that it is a very rare day that I deal with any significant sexual temptation of any kind and I'm glad I've done the work required to find that peaceful place.

Anyway, I appreciate this post and Sanchez's clear direction and his effort in living with some moral code and direction. As a conservative, I've got no problem with this man's history.

Re: Become a Top Commentator & Hideously Funny Video

Laura Leigh — Sat, 20 Oct 2007 23:31:51 -0000

Ah, hah! Thanks for reposting this thing. Still sends me into painful giggles. (I know. I know! I'm a sicko.) Say, you sure do move around a lot! So, I've been reading around your recent posts and am somewhat encouraged. Hello!

Re: Washington Briefing - Ben Stein

Laura Leigh — Sun, 21 Oct 2007 03:00:00 -0000

Is it too late to nominate him?

Re: Become a Top Commentator & Hideously Funny Video

Laura Leigh — Sun, 21 Oct 2007 09:35:41 -0000

My response to what is encouraging is... well, first would be your honest heart. For an example I'll mention your comments/feelings about what you heard from some of the Republican presidential candidates. I appreciate and an encouraged by the processing you go through. I also reason in this way and am not easily caught up in the pep rally form of presentations. Sometimes it is like reading a kindred spirit. It isn't that I agree with you every day in every way. I simply appreciate the process and your willingness to acknowledge what contributes to your processes whether it is emotion, a trying day, bad food, intellectual or, whatever. A second encouragement is the presentation of diverse views. This is especially helpful as you read widely offer people like me (who read but can't/won't read everywhere) a look at the views many others. Since I am feeling lazy this morning, I'll stop there.

Re: Washington Briefing - Ben Stein

Laura Leigh — Sun, 21 Oct 2007 15:18:35 -0000

Is it too late to nominate him?

Re: Washington Briefing - Mike Huckabee (Presidential Candidate)

Laura Leigh — Mon, 22 Oct 2007 03:00:00 -0000

In a climate where being religious is considered deadly and dangerous, can Huckabee be a real contender for the White House? I'm not even sure that people of faith feel they can vote for a vocal believer. It seems that Bush's faith is cited as the source of his "dangerous" politics and they cast him as totalitarian and his "rule" as that of a despot. If they have those ideas equated with his faith/religion, what can happen to any of the candidates who dare name the name of Christ? On the other hand, how can I as a person of faith NOT consider a person of faith for the White House when that person will likely better represent my deepest convictions?

Re: Washington Briefing - Mike Huckabee (Presidential Candidate)

Laura Leigh — Mon, 22 Oct 2007 08:56:01 -0000

Re: The Washington Briefing - Pictures

Laura Leigh — Mon, 22 Oct 2007 20:34:55 -0000

Ben Stein! Very cool. I'm a long-time lover of this guy. Well, I'm not his "lover" but, rather, one who loves his work. Fun!

VOTE BEN STEIN FOR PRESIDENT!

Re: The Washington Briefing - Pictures

Laura Leigh — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 06:34:55 -0000

Ben Stein! Very cool. I'm a long-time lover of this guy. Well, I'm not his "lover" but, rather, one who loves his work. Fun!
VOTE BEN STEIN FOR PRESIDENT!

Re: Principles vs. Electability … or Both?

Laura Leigh — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 20:17:23 -0000

When you responded to me the other day in your Huckabee post here I sort of gasped out loud and thought that it was important for me to consider the "thought" of voting my values and beliefs first rather than voting according to electability (the lesser of the two evils) idea. 2 Chronicles 16:9 says that the eyes of the Lord roam the earth to look for that heart that is completely His to support and strengthen. 1 Samuel 16 tells of God choosing the one He wanted to rule the people. David was chosen to be the replacement for the guy (Saul) that the people elected because of his electability. So, you've presented me with an idea that I really need to consider (read: pray about).

Re: Principles vs. Electability … or Both?

Laura Leigh — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 06:17:23 -0000

Re: Fantastic!

Laura Leigh — Mon, 29 Oct 2007 20:51:52 -0000

I received this from Cheryl as well. I think it is a mind-blower and I wonder if they can arrange this group for my daily commute on a busy highway! Thanks for posting this.

Re: Fantastic!

Laura Leigh — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 06:51:52 -0000

I received this from Cheryl as well. I think it is a mind-blower and I wonder if they can arrange this group for my daily commute on a busy highway! Thanks for posting this.

Re: Friends Fall Victim to Home Invasion by Predators

Laura Leigh — Thu, 01 Nov 2007 22:27:44 -0000

My prayers have been with you about the "difficult" but I'll add specific prayers for the man/men to be found and for the health and welfare of the family.

Little family, may God continue to reveal His protection to your home and His help for your success. God, take care of their tender hearts.

Re: Friends Fall Victim to Home Invasion by Predators

Laura Leigh — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 08:27:44 -0000

My prayers have been with you about the "difficult" but I'll add specific prayers for the man/men to be found and for the health and welfare of the family.
Little family, may God continue to reveal His protection to your home and His help for your success. God, take care of their tender hearts.

Re: Sticks and Stones Bounce Off my Blubber

Laura Leigh — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 10:10:31 -0000

I appreciate the candor of this post. I finally got to a place where I would talk about the growing awareness that it was going to take a God-thing to begin to overcome with the food. A wise lady in my life use to say to me, "Laura, don't be surprised when you sin." Maybe I'm not surprised that I sin...but am surprised at what God calls sin that I would not. Anyhoo, thanks for the post. As for the activists, I want to know what exactly about you is so fascinating to them? :)

Re: Throckmorton Survey of Same Sex Attracted in Heterosexual Relationships

Laura Leigh — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 16:02:21 -0000

Good to know about. I found it helpful to just "wrestle" with the answers and to try to pin myself down. I have forwarded the info to others who fit the subject.

Re: Sticks and Stones Bounce Off my Blubber

Laura Leigh — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 20:10:31 -0000

Re: Sticks and Stones Bounce Off my Blubber

Laura Leigh — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 20:47:28 -0000

Ohhh, Randy. I'm sorry I stirred up a little storm.

What I want to keep in focus is the conviction of God's own dealings with me. I want to deal with the evidence of my sin (for me it is fatness) while dealing with the source of my sin in a consistent way. For me, the source of the sin seems to lie in the "disconnect" between my heart and my life. I can sometimes go through the motions and survive but leave my heart far, far behind. Thanks, again, for your transparent sharing.

Re: Throckmorton Survey of Same Sex Attracted in Heterosexual Relationships

Laura Leigh — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 02:02:21 -0000

Good to know about. I found it helpful to just "wrestle" with the answers and to try to pin myself down. I have forwarded the info to others who fit the subject.

Re: Sticks and Stones Bounce Off my Blubber

Laura Leigh — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 06:47:28 -0000

Ohhh, Randy. I'm sorry I stirred up a little storm.
What I want to keep in focus is the conviction of God's own dealings with me. I want to deal with the evidence of my sin (for me it is fatness) while dealing with the source of my sin in a consistent way. For me, the source of the sin seems to lie in the "disconnect" between my heart and my life. I can sometimes go through the motions and survive but leave my heart far, far behind. Thanks, again, for your transparent sharing.

Re: Romney Drops Out

Laura Leigh — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 14:03:05 -0000

So, then I speculate that McCain might choose Romney for a running mate and THAT ticket doesn't support MY values. I wouldn't think that Huckabee would be the natural choice; however, Huck shares MOST of my values.

Re: Romney Drops Out

Laura Leigh — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 00:03:05 -0000

Re: Fitness Friday #1

Laura Leigh — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 15:05:23 -0000

Way to go, bro! Here's to old ladies and friends putting things in perspective!

Re: Fitness Friday #1

Laura Leigh — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 01:05:23 -0000

Way to go, bro! Here's to old ladies and friends putting things in perspective!

Re: Randy Thomas At The Oscars

Laura Leigh — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 08:52:19 -0000

Heh...I like your dress.

Re: Randy Thomas At The Oscars

Laura Leigh — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 18:52:19 -0000

Heh...I like your dress.

Re: Threaded Comments

Laura Leigh — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 01:31:08 -0000

I'll try it

Re: Threaded Comments

Laura Leigh — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 01:31:41 -0000

A second comment on the same comment...?

Re: Threaded Comments

Laura Leigh — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 01:32:09 -0000

It looks nice

Re: War Against Whining - Will It Ever End?

Laura Leigh — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 10:24:29 -0000

1. Dishwashers
2. Long-term friendships
3. The Chronicles of Narnia books
4. Bridges of all kinds (musical bridges give songs interest, dental bridges allow people to chew again and their teeth don't get all spacey, the Clark Bridge that seems to be telling me my life purpose, the Millau bridge in France...)
5. Beautiful stationary
6. Long evenings of conversation accompanied by coffee
7. Live music
8. A God (whose image we bear) who doesn't wipe us all out but devises plans and schemes schemes to bring the banished one near (2 Samuel 14:14)
9. The smell/feel of the air as a thunderstorm moves in
10. Roads less traveled

Re: War Against Whining - Will It Ever End?

Laura Leigh — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 20:24:29 -0000

Re: War Against Whining - Will It Ever End?

Laura Leigh — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 20:28:20 -0000

Oh! I know you!
#6 Hoorah for gorgeous papers! ...and #7....and #8
I want a unitarian jihad name.

Re: War Against Whining - Will It Ever End?

Laura Leigh — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 06:28:20 -0000

Oh! I know you!
#6 Hoorah for gorgeous papers! ...and #7....and #8
I want a unitarian jihad name.

Re: War Against Whining - Will It Ever End?

Laura Leigh — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 09:37:48 -0000

Sister Broadsword of Forgiving Kindness
::::heading out to the courthouse to make the change::::
I like-y.

Re: War Against Whining - Will It Ever End?

Laura Leigh — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 09:40:09 -0000

That's great!

Re: War Against Whining - Will It Ever End?

Laura Leigh — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 09:43:29 -0000

I love to read comments by picky English majors. The comments tend to take me to MANY radio memories of A Prairie Home Companion and their love of English majors as a running joke line.

Re: Blogger Dawn Eden on Today

Laura Leigh — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 16:29:53 -0000

This was not a bad segment! Wow! I am surprised that the whole thing was that civil.

I think it is brave for Eden to stand up for chaste behavior in light of her history of un-chaste behavior. To me, their arguments FOR of sexual liberation fell on deaf ears because Eden had already "been there, done that." I kept waiting for the discussion part that had to do with her book. It didn't really happen. Once Ms. Maeder got into the discussion with her head-tossing-gleeful-laughing-self, I saw it as a little bit mocking...AND the religious reasons for celibate living... well, I go with you, Randy. It comes down to a person's self determined sexual stewardship. Go figure that anyone would have a problem or question about that?
On a side note, I think it's funny somehow a book about sexuality from a person named Eden. Luv it.

Re: War Against Whining - Will It Ever End?

Laura Leigh — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 19:37:48 -0000

Sister Broadsword of Forgiving Kindness
::::heading out to the courthouse to make the change::::
I like-y.

Re: War Against Whining - Will It Ever End?

Laura Leigh — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 19:40:09 -0000

That's great!

Re: War Against Whining - Will It Ever End?

Laura Leigh — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 19:43:29 -0000

I love to read comments by picky English majors. The comments tend to take me to MANY radio memories of A Prairie Home Companion and their love of English majors as a running joke line.

Re: Blogger Dawn Eden on Today

Laura Leigh — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 02:29:53 -0000

This was not a bad segment! Wow! I am surprised that the whole thing was that civil.
I think it is brave for Eden to stand up for chaste behavior in light of her history of un-chaste behavior. To me, their arguments FOR of sexual liberation fell on deaf ears because Eden had already "been there, done that." I kept waiting for the discussion part that had to do with her book. It didn't really happen. Once Ms. Maeder got into the discussion with her head-tossing-gleeful-laughing-self, I saw it as a little bit mocking...AND the religious reasons for celibate living... well, I go with you, Randy. It comes down to a person's self determined sexual stewardship. Go figure that anyone would have a problem or question about that?
On a side note, I think it's funny somehow a book about sexuality from a person named Eden. Luv it.

Re: PhotoFriday - “The Good Life”

Laura Leigh — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 09:50:19 -0000

Beautiful. However, your post's title started a Tony Bennett song playing in my head.

Re: PhotoFriday - “The Good Life”

Laura Leigh — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 19:50:19 -0000

Beautiful. However, your post's title started a Tony Bennett song playing in my head.

Re: APA: No Consensus On Cause of Homosexuality

Laura Leigh — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 08:27:43 -0000

It seems significant that the APA does publish these findings. It is significant in the interest of being really informed. If studies are being done and are being reviewed then we all need to know about it. It is significant in light of the cultural discourse. In the interest of being truly informed, we need to know.

Re: APA: No Consensus On Cause of Homosexuality

Laura Leigh — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 18:27:43 -0000

Re: Speaking of Fine Arts …

Laura Leigh — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 13:53:03 -0000

Beautiful. This little one can carry a tune! Imagine what will happen when her vocal cords catch up.

Re: Speaking of Fine Arts …

Laura Leigh — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 23:53:03 -0000

Beautiful. This little one can carry a tune! Imagine what will happen when her vocal cords catch up.

Re: Critical Christian Critics Criticising Critical Christians

Laura Leigh — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 18:12:12 -0000

Are you saying that it is especially offensive for Christians to do this critical communicating?

Lately, I've taken a couple of direct shots of snarkiness from non-Christians (I assume) for my guilty-by-association connection with Oklahoma Rep. Sally Kern. AND, I've taken a couple of verbal (actually, written) hits from Christians for the same. This snarky stuff is something I am capable of.

Dr. Throckmorton has got me thinking this week in the challenge to live the golden rule.

Re: Critical Christian Critics Criticising Critical Christians

Laura Leigh — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 18:44:22 -0000

I agree. Sometimes I am good at taking a moment before I open my trap. Rarely do I uzi those around me. My snarkosity is troublesome.

Well, this is good.

Re: ABC’s 20/20 to Focus on ‘Gay Gene’ Debate Tonight

Laura Leigh — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 23:22:10 -0000

It was terrible to watch. It was like a slow train wreck...watching the reality of so many being simply stepped-over to embrace a non-substantiated but popular point of view. I felt a little sick as I watched.

Re: ABC’s 20/20 to Focus on ‘Gay Gene’ Debate Tonight

Laura Leigh — Sat, 29 Mar 2008 09:22:10 -0000

Re: There ARE Stupid Questions - Car Surfing Edition

Laura Leigh — Thu, 29 May 2008 16:59:33 -0000

Ha Ha!

the idiot

Re: There ARE Stupid Questions - Car Surfing Edition

Laura Leigh — Fri, 30 May 2008 02:59:33 -0000

Ha Ha!
the idiot

Re: Q & A Friday - Moving Past An Emotionally Destructive Relationship

Laura Leigh — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 21:05:52 -0000

Again, I want you to know that this post is great. It is concise, full of wisdom and practicality and, has great potential in bringing change. I am really not overstating this.

Re: Q & A Friday - Moving Past An Emotionally Destructive Relationship

Laura Leigh — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 07:05:52 -0000

Again, I want you to know that this post is great. It is concise, full of wisdom and practicality and, has great potential in bringing change. I am really not overstating this.

Re: Rocker Chick K Got My Hair Did

Laura Leigh — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 02:00:00 -0000

Love this! My hairdresser and I talk about everything from television preachers to renegade hair color mistakes which turned a long-time client smurf blue! It is a top o' the list destination for me.

Community is undergoing some change of late. Right now, I am getting used to having neighbors who are neighborly. We talk about food and family and yards and they always ask how my husband and I are doing....and about Mom. My nextdoor neighbor, Dow, hollered across the yard and hubby and me about PDA when we hugged!

Re: Rocker Chick K Got My Hair Did

Laura Leigh — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 10:17:28 -0000

Re: Abortionist Murdered - Tiller’s killer in Custody

Laura Leigh — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 14:05:35 -0000

Wow. This is such strange illogic. I also think it is dangerous to record such a wish for Randy in a public forum.

Re: PFOX vs. NEA Court Appeal Decision Results In Mixed Messages

Laura Leigh — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 20:47:19 -0000

I received the PFOX email earlier today and, after reading it a few times, I had a similar question. I thought the goal was not to single out homosexuality as a protected class at all. Now, there is a new ruling to give some leverage to homosexuality and the un-homosexualed equal "protection" as though the homosexual was especially protected! I do have an ongoing beef with the PFOX line. One one hand they offer a bit of a network for families looking for support in dealing with the homosexuality of their loved ones. Yet, on the other hand, there is an historic confrontation and assertion of discrimination. They say that they fight on MY behalf. I often feel just a little bit embarrassed that the strong rhetoric uttered on MY behalf. I don't feel very represented by their efforts. Your post is inviting me to voice these things. I honestly don't feel silenced out there is the big, cruel world. I've been at the center of the shout-downs and am not willing to say that I'm being discriminated against. The day is coming, however. I don't think rulings like this one are going to protect me in that day.

Re: PFOX vs. NEA Court Appeal Decision Results In Mixed Messages

Laura Leigh — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 16:00:17 -0000

Long ago somebody said (I dunno, maybe it was Bob Davies or Joe Dallas or SOMEbody) that whomever picks the lingo wins the game. Or, somethin'! I just long to be a better voice. Something happens in the exchange and devoted people wind up looking silly. Each time it has happened to me it is sickening. I don't long for the ultimate voice but to be faithful to my own and to obedience. The language of "discrimination" implies helplessness.