do you mean that the whole barrel should be discarded??

Why is it that if we dislike any other culture we are, 'misinformed...opinionated...racist...etc?

When Sadam was in power, all those morons in the middle east were just killing each other. That was fine by me.
When they removed Sadam, the muslims turned they hatred to the west.

Can anyone explain why a mother should lose a son or daughter fighting for someone elses cause?
I thought our armed forces were here to defend our country. Not die protecting oil companies profits.

Oh wait a mo' we went there to get rid of the weapons of mass destruction.

For me, it is very difficult to understand how anyone could dislike another entire culture. Though I don't work as one at the moment (and thank god for that), I am a 'trained' anthropologist and have read about a kerbillion cultures and subcultures that exist or have existed on this planet. Though there are many differences, most cultures are actually more similar than dissimilar... would it bother you if the culture you dislike shares similarites with the culture you identify with?

I gather from your posts that you do not like "muslim culture"? If so, how do you define "muslim culture"? Are you lumping American Muslims with Muslims in Indonesia? What about non-practicing African Muslims living in Australia? Are they the same as Islamic fundamentalists in Afghanistan?

Or maybe I've misunderstood your posts.

And perhaps I've taken the bait!

If only more of us could appreciate that...

Their, they're, there. Do try to differentiate yourself from the morons.

This was the same of the Irish not so many years ago. If you had a (usually Northern) Irish accent and you were catholic, well you were obviously part of, or completely sympathetic to the IRA ...

I saw a clip of a black comedian a few years ago (after 9/11) (sorry, don't recall who at this time) who made a joke about finally not being the cause of hateful and racist comments in his neighbourhood now. It was the Muslims now getting the flack and he was now able to walk the streets without fear. It was said in an very amusing anecdote, but it was funny and sad all at the same time.

I saw a cartoon a few years ago. In the background was a spaceship, and in the foreground was a group of space aliens facing a group of humans. The leader of the aliens was saying, "Let me put it to you thusly. You are no longer at the top of the food chain." That would help us to sort out our priorities pretty darn quickly, wouldn't it?

This is actually true Ann...hence the rise and rise of Sinn Fein who are the Political wing of the IRA and are now sitting in the Government of our country after wreaking havoc and murder here over the past 40 years and are still unrepentant for what they did on the "Brits". Their incredible elctoral success is thanks to the votes of the Northern Ireland Catholic. Equally so their recent defeat in the election in the Irish Republic was thanks to the votes NOT cast for them by the Southern Irish Catholic....so it is quite obvious who supports them more on each side of the border here.
I may come across as very bitter on this subject, but believe me I have first hand experience and cant wait to get out of here away from the farce my beloved wee country has become.

I love that!

If only for the use of the word "thusly". Triffic.

As are radioligists. The one I met last week was a poppet.

Dunno whether anyone listens to 'The Now' show from Radio 4 via the web, but Marcus Brigstocks rant on the three Abrahmic faiths was brilliant. Catch it here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UY-ZrwFwLQg

Speaking of radiologists and things medical.

How did you make out last week with the further testing?

Any word yet? <He asks hopefully.>

Dunno yet. I was told that the ECG results would take a bit longer than the others. I guess I'll hear from the doctor when he has all of them.

I'm not too worried. I've been feeling a huge amount better the last few days and I don't think it's because of the bananas.

Pleased to hear you found a poppet. not many around. Hope all your results are good

Now that was funny