erikanaughty asked this question on 1/22/2000:

I really don't have a question, but more so just wanted to add my two cents in a moment.. Iwas reading about that whole Sabbath thing and minerva, I think your answers were well scripted. It just seems to me that people seem to be either hollow headed or just block out your own personal views. What others don't realize is that this site is morely a basic on personal opinion and knowledge than anything and things should be looked upon a such. Not argued with or told you were wrong.. I just wanted to add that in and compliment you on a good job. =)

minerva gave this response on 1/22/2000:

Thanks. I think the problem is that sometimes people want everybody else to think like them; and when you try to measure everyone by your own standards, obviously some people won't live up to that. It's very difficult to maintain an objective view when someone is telling you something you don't want to hear; and when you've grown up being told certain things, you don't want to give up your fantasies even for the truth. (For example, when we waited up for Santa Claus) These are things that made us feel comfortable and taking that away can be painful.

In any case, I try to keep my objectivity when dealing with those things. I state the facts: if people want to listen, great--if not, well... fine, I tried. I feel it is important to disclose what we have learned so that people will hopefully understand and maybe someday look at the world in a more tolerant way. I don't seek to "convert" anyone; just for people to learn and understand. If I can do that, even for one person, then I feel some good has been accomplished. Again, I thank you.

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erikanaughty rated this answer a 5.

I agree with your answer completely. Alot of people, whether they notice it or not are narrowminded. I don't mean to insult but it;'s fact. That Pastor had proven that by tricking you into answering that question the way you did.. But like I say, hey.. Whatever floats their boat. ;) Thanks again!