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Originally Posted by mybad
All of your private information will be given to the genealogical database...sorry to hear the bad news. it is her duty to share your info with the church.Quote:
Originally Posted by eastvailhucker
Adults who say "Barf" and "It Creeps Me Out" are equally as suspect as these supposed hordes of perverted old men.Quote:
Originally Posted by skiing-in-jackson
Yeah, WTF is up with the "records"?!?!?!?!?! How do I get my name off of their "list"?Quote:
Originally Posted by skiing-in-jackson
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OMFG-I think one lives next to me. That crazy bitch actually told me I had a beautiful family. I knew something was up with them, specially since I only have dogs. Prolly wants to convert them too.Quote:
Originally Posted by skiing-in-jackson
Seriously though, I have heard that phrase uttered in a strange sort of way. Always a wierd vibe. I just ask 'em flat out- You LDS? Seems to work.
I have always been fascinated by other religions, but especially Latter Day Saints. Something about it seems wierdly cultish, yet convincing. Prolly cause they picked such a sweet spot as their Mecca. Can't feel too much angst toward anybody who would pick that spot as their own. I guess I just view it as a part of American history. It is a truly American Religion, which is kinda cool.
I am Catholic. Always have been. I was raised with a certain type of belief, as were most around me. When I went to college, I went to a Catholic school. We had actual friars teaching classes. Now, this was a Franciscan University, so they were a bit more lax than most, but it was still a bit surreal. It wasn't until I moved out West, that I really started to see a lot of other religions.
It is a different religion, but it isn't the wierdest by a mile. I work with a bunch of Jehovah's Witnesses. They have some really strange stuff going on. Also, I live near Clearwater Florida, home base for Scientology. Those bastards are the strangest. As far as I see it, you just have to put up with strange drinking laws, weird haircuts, odd (prairie style) clothing, and hypocrytical rules about caffeine and stuff. I have the king of all wacked out cults 1/2 an hour away. Be thankful.
You have to kill their leader, duh!:tdo13:Quote:
Originally Posted by 72Twenty
Is it the same as breaking the mirror in the back of the Walmart?Quote:
Originally Posted by Cyber Cop
You can't- if you ask to be removed, they put you on the "visit more frequently" list.Quote:
Originally Posted by 72Twenty
I'm not mormon, never was, never will be, but an older lady friend of ours joined the church for about a year back in the sixties and the missionaries still come to her house about 3x a year. She chaes them away, but they keep coming back.
More scary, she's moved a few times, and they always manage to find her- where she works, her phone number etc. its like stalking!
Sorry you lost me???Quote:
Originally Posted by 72Twenty
But as far as the list, tell them you're gay and your wife is having a sex change, I think that gets you blacklisted ASAP.
You may not have to worry about moving to SLC to have mormans effect you... Mitt Romney, our morman govn'r is sadley a strong pres candidate. Anyone read "Under The Banner of Heaven"? You might want to consider Canada...
Edit: ... when they get control of the FBI, Bush may actually look good.
They're people. They think a lot different than me, but so does everyone. I've lived in Utah my whole life and I'm OK; not molested, not converted, not fundamental, extreme, prude, or beligerant. Some towns might fuck your kids up though, but more because of the intermountain west backwoods good ol boy motherfuckers than the Mormons. Just pick the right neighborhood and you'll never leave this tiny little addictive mountain range.
Exactly. That is what they seem to be doing with us.... My wife got a fucking Birthday card from them last week. It was signed by a lady that works where I work. Sometimes she comes back to my department to make chit-chat - always after missionaries came by and we didn't answer the door. She always asks stuff like "did you guys go anywhere fun this weekend" but I know why she is asking.Quote:
Originally Posted by skiing-in-jackson
Once her husband knocked on our door one Sunday, he is a "home teacher". We didn't answer the door. Also, I hadn;t brought in the paper in a few days. He stacked them nicely by my door, then Monday his wife came back and asked if everything was ok becasue her husband was "passing by, inthe neighborhood yesterday" and noticed we had alot of papers in front of our door.
Wierd? I'm with Skiing-In-Jackson on this. Kinda creeps me out.
Where did you do your mission & what year did you graduate from BYU-Idaho?Quote:
Originally Posted by alto
As a kid, I grew up in Idaho, which is almost as Mormon as Utah. I was in the Boy Scouts, and the only way to do that was through the Mormon church. So for years, I was constantly inundated with their values and culture. Can you say lame, lame, lame? Mormons are the epitome of uncool. That's my problem with them. Their whole lame vibe rubs me the wrong way, and I'd go out of my way to annoy them and piss them off.
Thats it Im moving...after opening day!!! Yes Im already drinking
and is there a no-visit list like the no-call list.
and if she converted then so am i but to be jewish...Yes its Passover and Matazo Ball soup for everyone!!! Shalom!
Sounds like "Invasion of the Body Snatchers"!Quote:
Originally Posted by alto
This is the kind of story I love. I've lived here since '93 and have never had the experiences you described. Maybe it's you?Quote:
Originally Posted by skiing-in-jackson
I wonder if it's possible to get a restraining order against the entire mormon church? That could be a lucrative business. Get your restraining order online for only 19.99?Quote:
Originally Posted by 72Twenty
Hah! That's classic.Quote:
Originally Posted by Cyber Cop
Maybe his kids are more attractive than yours.Quote:
Originally Posted by flykdog
Alright--
So I'm mormon, and quite a "liberal" mormon at that (if you can use those two words in the same sentence). I'm very open to people, ideas, etc. For any on the board that know me, I'm as good or bad a person as the next guy. For the most part I consider myself a loyal and trusted friend, a hard worker, and a fun-loving "normal" person just like the rest of you freakshow maggots.
However, I do believe in my religion. I served a mission in Italy. I was one of those dudes in white shirts and ties that supposedly "never leaves you alone". Well, if you don't want to hear their message, they should leave you alone. They're not there to force their beliefs on anyone. The message we/they share is one of acceptance on your/their part. So, just know that they mean well, and that they are doing they're best to do what they believe to be their duty.
As a 19 year old kid, a mission was the hardest and most rewarding period in my life. I grew up a ton. I experienced the highest highs and lowest lows.
For the most part, I laugh and make fun of mormon culture as much as anyone, but I've gotta say that there are a huge number of misconceptions going on, and I'd feel somewhat cowardly if I didn't at least stand up for what I believe in. Comments like "perverted, middle-aged garment wearing men" are just plain cutting and uncalled for, and largely not true. Mormons are not perfect, just like anyone and everyone else. While it is true that a church can (and should) be judged by its members, I don't think you can generalize a church's behavior just because you know one or two mormons that might seem a little different, or have done something to offend you. I believe God created a perfect church, and then he let people into it.
I will be the first one to call someone out (mormon or not) for shady behavior. I don't care what you believe in--God, Buddha, Ullr, Yo mama, whatever--good people are good people, and the same goes for the reverse.
I just had to get this up and off my chest, cause I think there is a lot of misunderstanding when it comes to this subject.
End serious guy comments now.
Percentage wise ID is WAY more mormon than SLC.
I also love statements like this. If I go out of my way to annoy anyone, i usually get a 'lame vibe' from them.Quote:
Originally Posted by BlurredElevens
What comes around goes around, eh? I certainly don't agree with the majority around here but I don't feel the need to spout off at the mouth every chance I get. And you know what i get? Respect for my beliefs and no spouting back.
Kinda true... Everyone was upset about a Catholic named John Kennedy taking over the white house in 1960 (not that I remember or anything...).
My brain just exploded.Quote:
Originally Posted by flykdog
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Originally Posted by grizzle6
Now, them there snake dancin' folk, theys nuts!
Stop trying to convert us, you pervert!Quote:
Originally Posted by grizzle6
well said...except pentecostals, who are all crazy.
OK, fixed it.Quote:
Originally Posted by BlurredElevens
Bitch.;)
props to Griz for standing tall!
I'm not ever mean or rude to their faces, but it is getting frustrating that they won't leave us alone EVEN AFTER we told them we were not interrested. They knocked again yesterday - same dudes. That is when it really starts to push my buttons. We get knocks about 3 times a week lately. All of the sudden out of nowhere. It's like someone keeps pushing them to come talk to us.
And I do hate BYU with every fiber of my being becasue I am from Wyoming and I went to the University of Wyoming and that is what we do. Hate BYU. You have to in order to go to school here. ;)
Tell me more about this "Church of Yo Moma". I think you might be onto something.Quote:
Originally Posted by grizzle6
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Originally Posted by bagtagley
Oh yeah--sorry. I forgot to add that I'll be holding a pleasant evening "social" at my house this weekend. Bring all your beautiful families and we'll sing hymns and talk about new and exciting ways to make your own quilt. Don't bother eating beforehand, there will be bottomless pits of green jello, carrot and raising salad, and little mini BBQ beef sandwiches for one and all--2 percent milk is on the house, and graham crackers will be available for those who just can't seem to fill up. If it's too late to drive home, you can all sleep in my hyperbaric chamber. If us mormons don't decompress nightly, we'll melt. RSVP to Mizzle6 if interested.
Why can't we just all get along and dis on muslims?
I lost track of the thread here...Quote:
Originally Posted by flykdog
What year did you graduate from BYU-Idaho & where was your mission?
Just like any other Church. You attend her for her services, throw your money in the dish and then go eat brunch.Quote:
Originally Posted by warthog
Do monkeys throw shit? There is your answer.
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Originally Posted by 72Twenty
Dude--they should leave you alone. If you don't want em' around, they should be leaving you alone. Like I said, they mean well.
As for BYU--I bleed red. 'Nuff said.
Well, lets see, I grew up in NC and i'm an atheist. But thanks for playing.Quote:
Originally Posted by skiing-in-jackson
This is an interesting piece on Mormons and how the military is trying to tap into their knowledge of obscure and hard to learn languages they aquire through missionary experience. Anybody know Pharsee?
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/s...toryId=4232716
Simple cause and effect. God is karma. Don't need church to tell me that. I do believe in their family value system. There is just ways you can go about conducting yourself as a culture, and the way they go about it annoys me.Quote:
Originally Posted by flykdog
I'm glad you're ok with living in a community that shares beliefs so much different than yours. No thanks.
Also curious about your thoughts on the "Pearl of Great Price".