Nancy B

Exactly! The originally quoted post was about not being surprised that Pagans adopted Christmas, because it is steeped in Pagan origin. Isn't it interesting that the first Christmas wasn't celebrated until several CENTURIES after Jesus died, and there is no indication that he ever celebrated his birthday. In fact, the only birthdays mentioned in the Bible didn't end too well (John's head on a platter) and were in no way associated with Christianity. Jesus did tell his followers to remember him by Observing the Memorial of his death, which hasn't caught on nearly as well as Christmas. Must be the present thing!!

I've always used is as referring to the Original poster.

Green, I do agree with you. I commented on the OP's original comment, which I did find very interesting. All the crap that came later is really just that....crap. Not sure of the reason for the personal attacks.

Isn't there some Senior Center somewhere that your time would be better spent?

Ouch!!!!! Do I know you????

Who are you talking about? The OP? Or Work?

I totally agree. You are absolutely right!

If it weren't for being filthy rich, they'd be trailer trash. Her mom was shocked, because "she never missed her curfew!"

Have you tried the new cherry Carmex? No color, just a smell and flavor.

I've been going there at least twice a year since my banding in 2004. It's not scary or dangerous. However, there was a police shooting 2 miles from my house which has me a bit worried! You don't really know what you are talking about. Sorry.

Oh my gosh. I can't even read this long reply. I cannot imagine typing it. I'm not sure whether to be impressed or creeped out by it!

This post would be more interesting if you would tell us who you are talking about....

When I was a newbie, I was grateful for the advise and encouragement of the oldies. Saved me from making lots of mistakes. I am sorry you view them as coming off "superior". Certainly nobody has to read others advise. You're free to blaze your own trail.

I wouldn't touch their pastries, but I do like their black iced tea (with 1 Splenda) or a fat-free latte. I have NO guilt. It's funny....people think nothing of drinking a 200 calorie protein drink (or more once they add the peanut butter, banana, chocolate, etc. ) but they won't drink a latte. A grande non-fat latte has about 160 calories, and 18g of protein. More protein than a regular Slim-fast. The rest of my day I get my protein in food, but I love my hot morning drink. I take any pills that I need to take with it, and I can drink it on my way to work, and it actually lasts me about 30 minutes. I make my own at home in my to-go cup, and about once a week I hit Starbucks.

Crochet! Once you get the hang of it, it's so easy. You can make a nice scarf in just a few hours.