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I love going fishing, I'll bring my pole over next time

I would say a weak person either lacks self-confidence or is dominated by the "emotion" of fear of others and situations. An emotional person is one who demonstrably lets emotions take precedence over restraint or intellect, especially in situations of joy or sadness. It takes discipline and self-determination to overcome one's weak character traits, and being emotional is an easy way out, especially when used as a tool.

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Rape is obviously based on gender (most of the time). But would they look at the rapist life and say "he's had successful relationships with women so therefore he doesn't hate women and therefore it isn't a hate crime". Do they do the same with other hate crimes? What if someone attacked someone because they were Hispanic? Would they look at the attacker and say "he's has Hispanic friends so this isn't a hate crime"? How is the line drawn between a "crime" and "hate crime"? Federal law currently doesn't cover gender or sexual orientation as a protected class in hate crime laws and every state has their own definition of what is or isn't a hate crime. In many states it would be a hate crime to paint a swastika on the side of a Synagogue but there is no provision for hate crimes to include crimes against a person.

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You know Graeme, when I was held in contempt of court during a civil trail in which the victim was suing her rapist for punitive damages. The victim was a 46-year-old woman, the rapist was 24. The judge made a stupid comment in front of the jury and stated

Two more hotties on the forum, Luc and Jack

Sometimes I catch myself being a pessimist. Pessimism is not a bad thing at all. Sure a pessimistic person such as myself expects the worst possible outcome of situations, but subconsciously I'm taking steps to avoid the worst. At least when something goes wrong I'm not upset about it, it was expected. Right? On the other hand though, if a situation turns out good in the end I'm left with a wonderful surprised feeling. More people should look into this and understand the outcome of it. I was brought up by parents who imbued me with the message, "Chicken little, and the sky is falling". As such, I always imagined worst-case scenarios, and then was pleased when the world did not fall in on me. As I matured, I found though, that this way of thinking is counterproductive, wastes time and emotional energy, and serves no useful purpose. I have done a 180, and now see the glass as "half full", instead of "half empty" as before. I must admit though, that if I don't catch myself, I STILL have a slight tendency to expect the worst! What are your thoughts; do you believe pessimism could be just another way of positive thinking? Your opinions are greatfully appreciated.

Welcome James, Matt and anyone else I may have missed. This is a nice place with very kind people. Enjoy.

Oh did I forget to mention my parents would be stopping by Saturday as well? Dad will be ruthless towards you If he starts speaking to my mom in Italian that

Maybe next time, instead of driving drunk, Paris and her buddies will try one of those new-fangled inventions called a cab. I imagine that she, after two days in jail, after expecting it to be just another day at the beach for her, probably started calling people and telling them, "Get me out! I don't care, how, just get me out!" And it almost worked. Guess Daddy's money can't buy your way out of everything.

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Just remember this though. People like Paris don't learn. She has a drinking problem it seems. I am sorry to say that in my opinion this will not be her last brush with the law. If she kills then these 40 days will be the least of her worries. When all this started I felt like a few weeks in jail would be good for her. I now think it don't really matter because she is spoiled and will go right back to her previous lifestyle either way. I don't hate Paris. I don't envy the money. What I hate to see is someone travel down this pathway in life.

Next Wednesday June 13th marks the third anniversary of my son's death. No life, no matter how brief, is ever insignificant. In his flicker of life he altered my world. He was my precious gift and he will never be forgotten. When a friend dies you lose your past, when a child dies, you lose your future. Memories are the precious gifts of the heart.

If the publisher of the photographs of me to which you have does not have and/or is unable to produce a signed model release from me specifically authorizing the use of the photos in the manner to which I object, the publisher can be restrained from distributing them and also may be liable for damages. About the only exception to that would be if I were engaged in what normally would be considered a common, voluntary, un-private activity in a public place, wherein I would have no expectation of particular privacy. Caprice?

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I married a woman I met in college. Most guys were very envious of our relationship. Little did I know it would turn out to be the most tragic event of my entire life and it always will be. I only dated one other guy before meeting Morgan. Again my friends thought he was such a hottie because of his looks, they obviously didn't see the same person I did. He was the shallowest most self-absorbed person I ever met. Now Morgan I happen to find to be the most sincere caring person I've ever met, and I think he's beautiful inside and out.

I have insurance for just about everything, I'll have to check with my agent about this alien thingy

Happy birthday sweet 16, a very special birthday you'll always remember

Morgan wanted me to post that photo, although he didn't want me to crop off the underwear part, I refused, probably a good thing too

Believe it or not I was born at my parents home in Brentwood, CA. they didn

I think there's too much emphasis on looks in the Gay community, at least in my opinion. You would think we would have learned a thing or two about personality and character by now. I'm more of the liberal in viewing of people; I like all people, regardless of their national origin, culture, race, age, gender, fat, skinny, tall, short, handicap, young or older. What may turn me off is the way they treat other people or disrespect of others. I'm fortunate to have people I call friends in many places across this globe. Our family is made up of many cultures and races. I abhor discrimination of any kind. Was brought up in a large city where there is richness in diversity of people and cultures. When meeting people, for me, the connection is more with personalities than looks. Do we notice how people appear physically? Of course we do! However, it's the exchange of the spirit, which sustains, not the exterior facade. I'm not yet perfect, but I still haven't learned to walk on water. I know that day will never come, but I keep trying. Thoughts?

IMO at the core of a relationship is this commitment. It also meets needs that are a deep part of human nature. Couples, who are willing to make this deep commitment to each other and make the effort and sacrifice it takes to make it work, are rewarded with caring and passion and security and belonging and comfort all on a deep level. I like the commitment and the eternity and the depth and even the difficulties of it all. As foolish as it is, or may sound to some people, I love the fact that making a vow to love another human being for eternity. I wouldn't have it any other way.

Yes indeed Mark, most states have passed laws with respect to rapists and their parental rights.