Marky: Three Bikes... Three Lives (Short Story) - 9/23/2009 1:10:43 AM
Boys will be boys. I have a son who is 5th grade now...not as adventuresome as the boys in this story, but still a handful. Just a bit a criticism though, please, use a bigger font. My old lady eyes had a hard time reading the words in your story. : - ]
Butteloaf: (the e is silent) (Short Story) - 7/7/2006 2:18:08 PM
This made me laugh out loud! Very humorous account of your (if it can be called that) MEAL! :-) Thanks for sharing, April
Marky: Three Bikes... Three Lives (Short Story) - 2/23/2004 11:15:17 AM
good story, michael, enjoyed much~
The Thanksgiving Incident (Short Story) - 11/20/2003 10:35:42 AM
OMW...LOL...now you have me fearing cooking and serving this Thanksgiving feast! ;O)
Thanks for the continuos laughs with this one!
~Nikki~
The Thanksgiving Incident (Short Story) - 11/15/2003 9:53:03 PM
Maybe it really was a new recipe and you were the taste tester. I think it failed. Happy Thanksgiving!
Cynthia
The Thanksgiving Incident (Short Story) - 11/15/2003 7:12:22 PM
LOL this left me laughing! Thanks :-)
The Day the Paralyzed Deer Kicked My Ass (Short Story) - 11/14/2003 8:53:12 AM
this is too funny; enjoyed! LOL
God 101: The Hard Facts (Article) - 6/16/2004 10:48:30 AM
Michael Micheal Michael.... LOL. Ya know...I actually enjoyed this article in a way. You see what 90% of Christians don't, their own hypocrisy. But instead of taking a stand on it(against it?), you kinda went on the fence. "This is the way it is, and if you don't like it, don't blame me, blame God!",is the jist I got from it. Sorry, doesn't cut it. You can't take something as complex and superstitious as a religion (Christianity is this case) and break it down to a "bottom line". It may be a "case closed" subject with you, but what about the people that don't believe the way you do? No one is listening except the people who believe the same way you do...which leads me to my point....what's the point?
I assume you know alittle, if not alot, about the Mormon religion and how it started. Would it shock you to know that people feel the way about Christianity that you probably feel about Mormonism? The point is they're ALL leaps of faith. Most people that practice a religion just *hope* they're on the right track. Some Christians however (particularly the ones involved in politics) *know* they're on the right track...and try to convert, by force if necesarry, everyone else.
Don't believe me? Ok. How many presidents (or even senators for that matter) have been open Buddhists? Islamics? Taoists? Wiccans? etc..etc. Get the point? The president wants to Amend the Constitution to ban gay marriage. Why? Because he hates gays to much? Probably not. But his religion dictates that homosexuality is not equal (not only not equal to, but an abomination) to heterosexuals. If it passes (probably wont from the look of it, but hey, the guy compromised a presidential election, so i put nothing past him) he just hurt millions of innocent, tax paying, law abiding citizens. And why? Because his religion told him to. As I've told Eddie Thompson (a fellow writer on authorsden) a thousand different times and ways, you can't mix politics and religion. Someone always loses out. A judge and the ten commandment should have NOTHING to do with each other...unless your goal is to make a state religion (in which you'll probably have your work cut out for you). If that isn't your goal, then you are either severely misunderstood, or fencesitting. Because I'll tell ya what, if the predominant religion of those in power were say...Taoist, (and made laws and amendments in accordance to Taoism) you would know exactly where I was coming from. -Joe
PS- Contrary to how might feel about me, I really liked debating with you in the past. You gave credit where it was due and didn't take anything *too* personal unlike someone else *cough* Eddie *cough*.
God 101: The Hard Facts (Article) - 5/21/2004 10:11:19 AM
Truth is always truth...I appreciate your brave exposition.
God 101: The Hard Facts (Article) - 5/12/2004 7:07:57 PM
Michael, as a Christian...I bow to you and thank you for this
insightful article...some will never believe simply because
they don't want to...and yet it is not enough that they refuse
the word of God...they dislike us because we hold steadfast to it.
Wonderful article...bless you...floria
Being Human Among the Humans (Article) - 4/9/2004 5:26:17 PM
Joe,
Thanks for your review. It sounds to me like I hit a nerve. Maybe I was supposed to. I really feel like you missed most of the points in the entire article. However, whether it was my bad writing or your obvious disdain toward Christianity could be debated forever. If you are going to subscribe to the current spirit of this age and believe that drugs are ok and random sex is ok and liberal ideology is healthy... then there is nothing I can do to convince you to the contrary. You can rant and rail against the bible all you want but thank God that at least the Bible can be checked for accuracy. It was written thousands of years ago yet by various authors... How did it stay so perfect? Where are the disputes? I dare you to find one that can't be confirmed or explained by another verse somewhere else. You are correct in one thing though. I am a sinner!!! I have plenty of stuff to work on personally. But in the mean time, this world/country is a HUGE mess and I won't delude myself by endorsing things that are obviously destructive and unhealthy for both the mind and the soul. Who's the blind one?
Being Human Among the Humans (Article) - 3/23/2004 11:32:10 AM
It is literally impossible to "love the sinner hate the sin". Sinning is part of our core identity. Atleast in Christian mythology. The Bible is not perfect. It contains glaring contradictions and inaccuracies. That, and the fact it was written over the coarse of centuries by different authors with different aims doesn't help followers with blind faith. Stop saying "We are all sinners"! That's an unjust attack on the people that aren't Christian. Like the saying goes, "Its your religion, it's your hell, you burn in it". And since when did punk rockers listen to satanic music? Since when do gays and lesbians choose their orientation? Since when did Buddhists not believe in a God? If that's what you believe that's fine. But do not lie to yourself by saying your approachable. Christianity has absolutely no constructive advice to give to people who aren't Christian.
Tolerance is not the same as acceptance. True. Tolerating basically says you don't personally like the action but you can put up with it for awhile. Accepting means there's not much you can do but to deal with it. If only more Christians would choose the latter. And yes, it is selfish and imposing to "do all you can" to get a family member off drugs. Your imposing your beliefs on them. Educating is all you can do. I have a son who occasionally experiments with drugs. Having done my fair share of partying I know what not to take with what, what not to mix with what and what happens when you do. If more parents (and Christians) would get off the notion that drugs are bad (and yet know nothing of them except what they're told) more kids and teenagers would be better off. Parents would be more informative and the child would know he could come to the parent with such a subject without being told the rhetoric that drugs are bad. Most teenagers know better. Helping people with their morality and helping someone in a physical sense are two VERY different things. My advice to Christians: Stop trying to "help" people with morality! Accept some things. Ok so your brother does drugs, so what?! Educate not prohibit. Educate in the true sence of the word. Accept the fact that the bible does not have all the answers. Helping someone in a Christ-like manner is judging, no matter how you look at it. Help someone because it's the right thing to do, not because some book says you should.
Judge not lest Ye be judged. Clear enough. But then go on this display of logic and self-delusion and come up with what you think it really means. You also conveniently skimmed over the actual meaning of it, Luke 6 41 Why do you see the speck in your brother's eye, but do not notice the log in your own eye? 42 Or how can you say to your brother, "Friend, let me take out the speck in your eye," when you yourself do not see the log in your own eye? You hypocrite, first take the log out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to take the speck out of your brother's eye.
//Matt 7 3 Why do you see the speck in your brother's eye, but do not notice the log in your own eye? 4 Or how can you say to your brother, "Let me take the speck out of your eye," while the log is in your own eye? 5 You hypocrite, first take the log out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to take the speck out of your brother's eye. Jesus said, "You see the speck that is in your brother's eye, but you do not see the beam that is in your own eye. 2When you take the beam out of your own eye, then you will see clearly to take the speck out of your brother's eye.
Do as I say AND as I do? That's alittle egocentric isn't it? Blaming Satan is also alittle shallow. Satan didn't make you into a hypocrite, you did. I recommend the movie "Devil's Advocate". Being an "example" taps into your ego and vainity, which is a sin.
Bottom line...you have indirectly showed most of the flaws associated with Christianity. -Joe
Being Human Among the Humans (Article) - 11/16/2003 6:28:18 AM
Excellent, Michael! Experience is the greatest teacher of all.
Julie ;)
Being Human Among the Humans (Article) - 3/25/2003 4:31:14 PM
enjoyed the read
Being Human Among the Humans (Article) - 8/28/2002 6:48:59 PM
One of the best delineations of active christianity I have read. I hope you won't mind if I steal it to show people from time to time.
Being Human Among the Humans (Article) - 8/27/2002 1:27:24 PM
good advice here. and may god bless you during the school year, and may he protect you and your students from harm and danger. you are in my thoughts and prayers. love, a fellow christian, your friend, karen lynn. ((HUGS))
Oh Send... (Poetry) - 4/22/2008 7:35:00 PM
Wow, this is fantastic, another for the library :) I loved how you weaved this magical garment of earth, a real beauty and so tightly written.
Oh Send... (Poetry) - 4/19/2008 4:30:55 PM
Michael, there is so much to like in this writing...oh, how I love this, "Please add the coal and make me whole. Burn up the slag and mire. Stroke the forge and temper my soul. Oh send Your cleansing fire." This is so inspirational & beautiful...thanks for touching my heart.
Oh Send... (Poetry) - 4/19/2008 1:13:57 PM
This is just beautiful and so sensitively written....
Be always safe,
Karen
Oh Send... (Poetry) - 4/18/2008 7:59:19 PM
Cool mist descending from above to wash away the pain.
Petition I, the gift of love. Oh send your healing rain.
You say it very well indeed. Great Write! Deborah
Who Are You? (Poetry) - 8/1/2004 2:07:05 PM
Wonderful poetic questions.
Who Are You? (Poetry) - 7/18/2004 10:47:05 AM
Excellent reflective, contemplative, and philosophical write. I enjoyed it because it's absolutely relevant to humanity's quest for self-awareness. Well done.
~Rose~
Who Are You? (Poetry) - 7/17/2004 9:45:18 PM
Questions are like mirrors. Made perfect in the answers reflected back. If your interested we could explore the answer some time...
Good balanced write. Well done indeed...
Who Are You? (Poetry) - 7/13/2004 9:19:03 AM
Michael, this piece is the reason you must keep writing! Superb questions,that arouse the spirit! Wonderful read!
Who Are You? (Poetry) - 7/11/2004 10:18:12 PM
Engaging, timeless set of questions here, Poet. Expansive, introspective twist! Much enjoyed the read.
Who Are You? (Poetry) - 7/11/2004 5:38:59 AM
Excellent questions, and a most profound write. Nice to see you posting.
Who Are You? (Poetry) - 7/10/2004 9:12:22 PM
part of the origin ...
Who Are You? (Poetry) - 7/10/2004 6:56:55 PM
Glad to see you posting again, Michael. This is worth pondering about. You've put words to my pondering. We're a mystery yet to be unreveled. I really think we're "Just a grain of sand in the flood."
Carmen :-)
Who Are You? (Poetry) - 7/10/2004 5:26:43 PM
Michael, So good to see you back i love this one and it also reminded me of what we have been missing. Welcome home poet....
"Just a grain of sand in the flood.
Do you live on the edge of your finger tips?
Do you plan each step in the storm?
Do you swing or sway in the grasp of their grips?
Do you need them to maintain your form?
Who are you?"
Lady Peg
I Miss My Grampa (Poetry) - 7/9/2004 2:39:48 PM
beautiful tribute, michael! well done!
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in tx., karen lynn. :D
congrats on getting published in the chicken soup for the soul books! great stuff to hear! :)
I Miss My Grampa (Poetry) - 7/9/2004 10:33:49 AM
Wonderful, God Bless You and Your Loved Ones
Thank God For Grandpa's
Officer William Heffner
Encounter (Poetry) - 2/27/2004 4:45:10 AM
Enjoyed the atomosphere and flow of this beautiful poem. Lovely couple.
Encounter (Poetry) - 2/24/2004 4:08:53 PM
This was beautiful, I loved it, love the picture!
Reindeer
Enter Winter (Poetry) - 2/23/2004 6:49:49 AM
This is right up my alley. I love winter and I love this, Michael! Well done. Love and peace. Regis
Encounter (Poetry) - 2/15/2004 12:30:21 PM
A crackingly good write, great flow and depth and your love just shines through this piece, very well done here, take care...Mark
Encounter (Poetry) - 2/14/2004 10:15:51 PM
Nice memories shared. Thank you, Michael. Love and peace to you. Regis
Encounter (Poetry) - 12/23/2003 6:47:32 AM
What a wonderful write! Thanks for sharing the photo.
Encounter (Poetry) - 11/30/2003 6:09:28 PM
Wonderful write, Mr. Curry! I really enjoyed. You spin a wonderful Victorian piece :). (and on my piece, it did in fact say, I miss you.) :) Hope you had a WONDERFUL thanksgiving!
~Kari Anne~
Encounter (Poetry) - 11/27/2003 6:58:51 PM
Excellent write ... i enjoyed this write
Encounter (Poetry) - 11/27/2003 12:40:25 PM
This is enchanting! Beautifully done.
~Chrissie
Encounter (Poetry) - 11/27/2003 4:15:26 AM
a delightful journey through time ...
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