### Apollo BBS Archive - August 30, 1989

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    Message: 3372
    Author: $ Ann Oudin
    Category: Cosmos-Chatter
    Subject: Toddy
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 08:11:59

    Would youse guys please talk english so we'uns can get in on it???

    Message: 3373
    Author: $ Beauregard Dog
    Category: Cosmos-Chatter
    Subject: Last
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 18:08:14

    Kial ni uzu la anglan?  Tiu estas tre acxa lingvo.

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    Message: 375
    Author: $ Beauregard Dog
    Category: Chit-Chat
    Subject: Nick...
    Date: 08/29/89  Time: 21:16:38

    He sort of fumbled until either I gave my name, or Peter did. I forget now.
    (Remember, this was one of those secret Apollo GTs I've been holding)

    Message: 376
    Author: $ Nick Ianuzzi
    Category: Chit-Chat
    Subject: last
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 04:18:19

    I assure you, my apparent inability to remember your name was deliberate. I
    had to be sure you were not an imposter.

    Message: 377
    Author: $ Beauregard Dog
    Category: Chit-Chat
    Subject: last lie
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 18:08:55

    ... like I'd be able to fool Lippard...

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    Message: 60589
    Author: $ Robert Knee
    Category: Chit Chat
    Subject: Discussion
    Date: 08/29/89  Time: 19:23:31

    Would anyone care to debate whether or not God exists?  I am undecided on
    the matter myself and would like to hear various arguments so that I might
    make up my mind.  Once that question has been resolved, perhaps we could
    address the issue of abortion, which I find most troubling.

    Message: 60590
    Author: $ Beauregard Dog
    Category: Get-Togethers (GTs)
    Subject: Secret Stuff
    Date: 08/29/89  Time: 21:15:01

    Of course you don't know the secret sign and oath, Cliff!  You are
    *the Sysop* and are exempted from the requirements.

    Todd, you will be severely punished for breaking the vow of secrecy.

    Message: 60591
    Author: $ Beauregard Dog
    Category: Religion
    Subject: Does God exist?
    Date: 08/29/89  Time: 21:18:15

    1) The Bible is the Truth, because it was inspired by God.

    2) The Bible says that God exists.

    Since (2) is True because of (1), there should be no further discussion.

    Reverend Beauregard Jackson Culpeper Dog, Colonel, CSA, retired

    Message: 60592
    Author: George Hale
    Category: Answer!
    Subject: Robert Knee
    Date: 08/29/89  Time: 23:57:18

    What about beer?  Less filling, say I.

    Message: 60593
    Author: George Hale
    Category: Chit Chat
    Subject: Rod Williams
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 00:01:36

    Good posts.  I read that article (in the paper) and almost clipped it, but
    decided that, like arguments against religion, the faithful will always find
    some way to get around logic -- whether by ignoring the argument, pretending
    to misunderstand it, or whatever.

    Message: 60594
    Author: $ Apollo SYSOP
    Category: Chit Chat
    Subject: Faith..
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 00:47:35

            There are a lot of things in this world that are not logical, but
    that does not make them anyless true.
            In the early 1800's it was logical to pull off ones finger nails to
    let the bad blood out...  So much for logic!

    *=* the 'Mighty' Apollo SYSOP *=*

    Message: 60595
    Author: Mike Carter
    Category: Answer!
    Subject: George Hale
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 03:29:16

    The "LOGIC" when confronted by faith will always find some way of weasling
    out of a truthful reply...wether by ignoring the question, pretending
    to misunderstand it, or whatever.
    Favorite question: Where did Matter come from?

    "Logic" reply: Ummmmmm
                           Did you hear about the train crash in siberia?

    Truth: Always put away for fear of bashing unstable "logic" grounds.

    The Answer: There will always be two sides. It's not who "wins"..it's
                what you do and say to try and win.

    Typical : Both sides resort to name calling and temper tantrums.

    Reason  : Human nature.

    Logic   : Human nature can't exist because it can't be measured...and
              its effects are not provable.

    SO much for Socrates.

    Message: 60596
    Author: Mike Carter
    Category: Chit Chat
    Subject: God's existance
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 03:39:58

    Hard topic. Even for myself, a Christian to discuss in terms to
    a world so swiftly turning in on itself.
    How does one express what, who and why God is to another without
    lengthy dialogues of assertations and promises?
    Answer: It all depends on the person asking about God.
    If the person is asking to solidify negatives, the person will
    rest assuredly get what he/she wants..
    If the person is genuinely searching for answers..this will also
    prove to be fruitless more often than not because folks just have
    long forgotten how to stop and seek truth.
    Truth can only be recognized by one who looks for it in earnest.
    Rather than take a selfish self - destructive way out of a crisis
    or question or other problem, there are so few who would rest
    predjuduces of sensory input and search in the heart.
    The heart, the world says is a weak spot. Only wimps and children
    speak from the heart and look to it for answers. Might be called
    overtly emotional too.
    So..my question is...
    Why haven't you searched your heart if you're looking for God?

    Message: 60597
    Author: $ Nick Ianuzzi
    Category: Answer!
    Subject: last
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 04:16:33

    Nah --- too messy.

    Message: 60598
    Author: $ Paul Savage
    Category: Chit Chat
    Subject: Cliff/Sunday GT
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 05:56:45

    All I know is that on Monday morning, somebody had mentioned the great GT
    "last night". Perhaps it was a typo or something.

    Message: 60599
    Author: $ Paul Savage
    Category: Chit Chat
    Subject: Cliff/last
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 06:04:39

     I don't think I put my remark in quotes, so I didn't really misquote you,
    since both statements can be read with the same connotations. Try 'em.
     As to me naming a time and place for a GT, since your house seems to be
    limited to a few special friends, and since I am now coming into a season
    where my weekends will be (hopefully) quite busy, and since my wife is
    scheduled for major surgery on the 12th of Sept., I'll pass, at least for
    now. She will be laid up for about 6 weeks, and what time I will not be
    clowning (professionally) I will be caring for her. Once that is behind us,
    perhaps there will be more time for the little pleasures of life.
     If you wish to use this post as fuel to further fire the flames of
    bitterness you have already showed toward me, have at it. You only hurt
    yourself.

    Message: 60600
    Author: $ Paul Savage
    Category: Joke
    Subject: Cliff
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 06:06:21

    You're afraid of me coming over there and mugging you?
    HAHAHAHAHAHOHOHOHOHOHOHEEHEEHEEHEE!

    Message: 60601
    Author: $ Paul Savage
    Category: Chit Chat
    Subject: Rod/ugly
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 06:07:34

    I don't have to wear full facial hair to cover mine up! (smiling too)

    Message: 60602
    Author: $ Ann Oudin
    Category: Chit Chat
    Subject: Colorix
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 08:02:03

    ... and if anyone is interested - Colorix can be purchased through our
    Sysop. It is a fine sophisticated drawing program - not just for VGA - but
    CGA - EGA etc.
                               -=*) ANN (*=-

    Message: 60603
    Author: $ Ann Oudin
    Category: Chit Chat
    Subject: Mr. Knee
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 08:05:42

    We already went through the abortion issue and I hope it doesn't start up
    again. Of all the subjects we have talked about, that one got real nasty!
                                -=*) ANN (*=-

    Message: 60604
    Author: $ Apollo SYSOP
    Category: Chit Chat
    Subject: Paul..???
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 11:03:30

            I am not "Bitter" toward you Paul... I am just keeping a promise.
    Every one on this board knows it was you who made personal attacks against
    my voice...  That were totaly uncalled for by the way.  I am just helping
    by humoring you.  People who know me well, know I don't hold hate or anger
    against anyone.... including you.  But they do know I try to do what I
    promise.
            As for the GT's at my house... over the years you have been invited
    before...but chose never to come.  Seems to me that is your problem.  You
    are always to busy for your friends....  I, on the other hand, make the time
    to be with friends.  You obviously think you are the ONLY one who is busy.
    I feel sorry for you Paul...no anger there.
            I hope a speedy recovery for your wife.... and you too!

    "God Bless" I say, in a (LOW) voice.......  (CALM) as well

    - Cliff -

    Message: 60605
    Author: $ Apollo SYSOP
    Category: Chit Chat
    Subject: Paul on mugging
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 11:08:18

            I am pleased you saw the humor....  Wheew!  I was
    sweating that one.

    - Cliff -

    Message: 60606
    Author: $ Apollo SYSOP
    Category: In search of
    Subject: James Hawley
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 14:18:48

            James Hawley was going to be at the GT for sure he told me.  He had
    left me a post saying he would see me in a few days.  (This was over two
    weeks ago).  I have called his answering machine...and yet, I do not get a
    return call.   Where is James Hawley?  Does anyone know?  If so, please
    leave me mail.

    *=* the 'Mighty' Apollo SYSOP *=*

    Message: 60607
    Author: $ Michael James
    Category: Answer!
    Subject: JT
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 15:39:40

    I don't know.

    Message: 60608
    Author: $ Robert Knee
    Category: Chit Chat
    Subject: God
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 18:27:05

    After reviewing the replies to my earlier message, I have reluctantly come
    to the conclusion that God does not exist.  Thank you all for your
    assistance.  Now, for the next issue: abortion.  Is it right or wrong?
    Let's hear what you have to say.

    Message: 60609
    Author: $ Rod Williams
    Category: Chit Chat
    Subject: George Hale/article
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 18:49:50

    You are correct in your assumptions.  If someone is really into astrology,
    they will make the necessary 'adjusting entries' and then continue reading
    their horrorscope.   Me, I'm the little known, 13th sign, the sign of the
    chipmunk.  Petrisko's sign is neon.   -Rod

    Message: 60610
    Author: $ Rod Williams
    Category: Chit Chat
    Subject: Carter/matter
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 18:51:31

    It comes from friction.

    Message: 60611
    Author: $ Rod Williams
    Category: Chit Chat
    Subject: Paul/hair
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 18:54:24

    I keep the facial hair to dispell women.  They attack me in force when I am
    clean shaven.
    (not smiling)

    Message: 60612
    Author: $ Rod Williams
    Category: Chit Chat
    Subject: Robert Knee/God
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 18:55:59

    God is just as real as Robert Knee.

    Message: 60613
    Author: $ Rod Williams
    Category: Chit Chat
    Subject: Knee/Abortion
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 18:56:34

    I think abortion is a great idea.

    Message: 60614
    Author: $ Rod Williams
    Category: Question?
    Subject: Important
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 18:59:47

            Six weeks ago I asked my theology teacher if God loved Satan.  She
    said that the answer would require some thought and that she would get back
    to me.  Last week, she suffered a nervous breakdown.

    Perhaps you'all could help with my problem.

    Does God love Satan?

    Does God love Satan more that mere mortals  (you and I)?

    Any help would be appreciated.  Thanks in advance,

                                    Humbly,
                                    -Rod

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    Message: 559
    Author: $ Ann Oudin
    Category: Chit-Chat
    Subject: Rod
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 08:16:58

    Re: your definition of heaven .... VERRRRRY interesting! -=*) ANN (*=-

    Message: 560
    Author: $ Rod Williams
    Category: Chit-Chat
    Subject: Heaven
    Date: 08/30/89  Time: 19:03:21

    From what I hear, Crack is heaven.

    Some people are so trodden on by society that in order to get their piece of
    heaven, right here, right now, they become addicted to crack.  I have not
    tried it although it was offered to me.  I do not have the space for this
    type of heaven as I am raising a family.  On people's deathbeds they should
    be given a choice of crack, LSD, heroin or a blow job.  -Rod

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     1:I am sorry that I did not make it out this August.  All things considered I
     2:couldn't come.  But I very much need a vacation as I haven't let up from
     3:this work for over a year.  I want to drive to Ohio to visit my family then
     4:to Washington to visit you.  I don't know when I can come.  I am saving
     5:money for the trip.
     6:
     7:Hawley was susposed to be around to take my calls as I have no one else.
     8:Halwey pulled a disappearing act on me.  I can't leave my clients high and
     9:dry.
    10:
    11:                                        Your friend,
    12:                                          -Rod