I disagree, Jasmine. I think Obama is right up there with Kelly Clarkson...unfortunately.

I further disagree - Obama has funded some grossly offensive attacks on McCain, and still continues to do so via his TV ads and in his public speeches at various times throughout his campaign.

I again further disagree - I will not, and never have, voted for the one who "inspires" me to be best I can be. That's my own job to tend to...not a politician's.

I personally vote for the strongest candidate who can effectively and efficiently lead our country as a whole based on their experience and positions on the issues at hand...regardless of how many homes they own.

Did I happen to mention...I will be voting for Obama?

I say count your blessings that you have men who actually READ your profile and attempt to make a connection on some level vs. just asking you your boob size!

Who's to say the guy is NOT fluent in Hebrew and knows more about it than you do, and he incorrectly thought you were because you posted something "Hebrew'ish" on yours?

I say lighten up a bit...it's just the internet and not like he was pleading for you to have his bastard child or your hand in marriage.

Obama will get my vote this election, however, I do agree with your comment, Quiet.

I personally have never agreed with ALL stances a presidential candidate has made that has won my vote.

As the case is with most presidential elections, either candidate may or may not do a decent job. Most often, we are asked to choose the lesser of two evils.

Some of Obama's followers do appear cult'ish to me at times and it's that mentality that scares me. Not to mention, I fear there will be an assassination attempt if he wins. Much like I fear others will only vote for McCain simply because his running mate is a woman.

The above/below are NOT racial/sexist comments on my part...so, let's not EVEN take it there, please.

The grossest fear I have is that some people will be voting for him simply because he is radically different than past candidates our country has seen and are simply taken with his smooth sense of speech...or worse yet, the simple fact that he is black without fully educating themselves (beyond what they google) on the real issues at hand.

And for Thomas27, each presidential candidate addresses this country with every speech, public appearance, etc. they make. They both make a "statement" to our Nation with every bill they have supported/opposed, their experiences and stances in the government positions they have held and so on.

It goes far beyond their 15 minute "claim to fame"...if only you and others would pay more attention beyond their one-time address to the Nation.

You're right, Ruth - water on a frog's back, so to speak.

Next time you feel your blood boiling over something like this, just think to yourself "how much does this internet person really have bearing on my life beyond a computer screen?"

I tried twisting my grade school girlfriend's left arm around once to see if her boobs would grow like that...

All I got was a bloody nose. I want my money back!

Perfectly stated!

I understand your response, Ruth. However, I just noticed you appeared frustrated with your initial post with the "beating your head against the wall" icon.

No harm, no foul.

Yep, I realized within 2 hours of joining this site to steer clear of the political threads.

Saw more couch potatoe c/p posts than I care to mention or engage in.

Why don't you like to debate? Do you view it as confrontational? Are you perhaps the one who gets all flustered and pis*sy because folks may oppose your viewpoints?

I'm not being confrontational here at all, and not even solicitating a debate.

Just asking again...why does this seem to bother you so much? So much so to post a topic about it?

Might I ask why it seems to bother you so much?

Just curious is all.

I guess that's why the room you are sitting in is Hot Pink in your second pic, huh?

Just kidding, dude.

Or maybe it's just because...well...they do!

I never really let it bother me because quite frankly...I could give two sh*ts!

Can we watch you next time? I need a good laugh, bud!

Better yet, can you say DUMBASS?

Keep it simple for him next time:

Electrical Heat + Cooking Oil = OUCH!

Would it be sexist to say...GLADLY??

My paper and slippers are gladly handed to me by my DOG - not to mention, he appropriately wags his tail when he delivers them too.

I think I'll marry HIM!

Thank you! Now get me a beer, dammit!

I understand what you are saying. I must say, in my experiences, I have seen more men do this than women though.

IMO, women who do this fall into one of two categories:

1. They are just extremely selfish people by nature.

or

2. They have found themselves so caught-up in defending their gender and their power struggle to be viewed as "strong independent" women that they lose their whole sense of self and who they really are as a person...and a woman.

I believe in "partnership" in a relationship. It's not about who does what/when/where/how...but, rather it just gets done...together.

I have no problem braiding my little girl's hair or washing the dishes when needed, and my ex-wife has no problem in practicing with my eldest son to perfect his softball pitch or helping my youngest son fix the chain on his bicycle.

I think in a healthy relationship, the roles can easily be reversed when needed. It's called mutual respect and meeting the needs of another when they arise.

With all due respect, I do not agree with this perspective. People do have the ability to change and are constantly evolving...right before our very eyes.

I can honestly say I'm not the same man/person I was 20 years ago...are you?

Sure, I've screwed-up and made mistakes in my life and in my relationships. I try to learn from those mistakes and extend forgiveness to others for theirs.

I've given others in my life a second, third and numerous chances before - depending upon the cirumstance, of course. Sometimes I've been disappointed. Other times, I've been pleasantly surprised.

I'm not perfect and the minute I start thinking I am, I get punched in the gut with the reality of my own humility and human-ness.

I'm sorry you are hurting over this. It's never easy during a break-up.

A few things I would point out to you as hopefully lessons learned on your part:

1. You can never "start over" with a loved one. You can, however, "move forward" and choose to interact differently with one another.

2. If you didn't talk things over - BIG MISTAKE! You can't accomplish #1 without #2.

3. Really look at yourself and determine if what she said was true. Was she taking care of you? Were you too clingy or dependent on her without giving anything back to the relationship?

4. Granted, you are young so likely she is too, but if she moved on to another in just a week's time? Well, that speaks volumes to me about her character and how she "really" felt about you.

Best of luck to you, PSP. Time will heal the hurt.

SOLD! Now I know where I'm going to vacation next year.

"Lay's old fashioned sea salt potato chips"

I've not tried those, SKPCG...are they as good as Cape Cod's brand? Cape Cod's are really thick-cut, which is what I love.