Departure, Effectively with a Gun to My Head

[_William Schryver]

How does a foul mouthed pig like you get a TR?

It's apparently not a problem for Will S. He is happy in the knowledge that his peers don't expect perfection and he's willing to exemplify the state of non-perfection.

He does a great job of it.

Are you under the mistaken impression that the questions on the temple recommend interview serve to winnow out the "perfected" from all others?

Mmmmm ........... that's quite a novel take on the issue. And if this is any indication of your relative grasp of the concepts of the gospel, I suppose I can understand why you struggle to believe.

Either that or you're just another in the long string of dissembling hypocrites who gather on these message boards to congratulate one another on having grown too wise to fall for any of that "Mormon crap" anymore.

[_Tiktaalik]

If The Nehor would like to improve the quality of his trolling and the number of responses he elicits, I recommend that he follow the example of William Schryver.

[_Tiktaalik]

We've had several lawsuits threatened on this board.

Daniel Peterson threatened legal action against Gadianton and Scratch for libel, though he says he didn't actually contact a lawyer, but warned that he would. If I recall correctly, it was concerning Dr. Peterson's compensation as an apologist.

Moniker threatened legal action against Polygamy Porter and possibly others for libel or harassment or some such issues. I do not know whether or not she pursued litigation, but it was threatened. She also threatened to sue Shades for access to her PM's after she was banned.

There have probably been others who threatened litigation, but I can't remember any off the top of my head.

I find legal bullying distasteful, but in the past it hasn't been a ban-worthy offense so I don't think there's a moderation bias in that regard.

KA

I didn't realise that. I still think that it should be ban-able. Perhaps posting defamatory comments should also result in banning, even if purely for the protection of the board's owners.

[_William Schryver]

If The Nehor would like to improve the quality of his trolling and the number of responses he elicits, I recommend that he follow the example of William Schryver.

Stop trying to corrupt The Nehor! (Not that he's susceptible to that sort of thing, anyway.)

He's trying to live right so as to attract the future Mrs. The Nehor. In fact, he needs us all to direct our prayers and/or positive karma his (and her) way.

by the way, thanks for the compliments. I really do appreciate your kind words in my behalf.
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[Alf'Omega]

If The Nehor would like to improve the quality of his trolling and the number of responses he elicits, I recommend that he follow the example of William Schryver.

Oddly enough, I actually regard Nehor as more of a grownup.

WS is just a constant, inconsequential tantrum. He's like Droopy without the moronic politics (although Droopy probably has slightly more class - hard to imagine, I know).

[_Yong Xi]

And if you think the example you cite above is "foul-mouthed" -- well, junior, I need to introduce you to some of my really rough friends. You've obviously lived a very sheltered life up there in Spudville. You need to hang out with some of the local stockmen a little; let them broaden your horizons.

Looks like Will has been milking the bulls again.

[_Nightingale]

Are you under the mistaken impression that the questions on the temple recommend interview serve to winnow out the "perfected" from all others?

Mmmmm ........... that's quite a novel take on the issue. And if this is any indication of your relative grasp of the concepts of the gospel, I suppose I can understand why you struggle to believe.

Struggle to believe? Hardly. I struggle to understand why I ever believed is more like it.

I actually do remember the TR questions from my days as a Mormon convert who wanted to go to the temple, and did, many times. Obviously I know that you would not be weeded out no matter how poorly you treated others or how badly you represented Mormonism as the questions are apparently not designed to elicit that information.

Either that or you're just another in the long string of dissembling hypocrites who gather on these message boards to congratulate one another on having grown too wise to fall for any of that "Mormon crap" anymore.

Obviously, your reputation has preceded you to me way more than mine has to you. One thing I am not is a hypocrite. I have also never, ever, referred to Mormon beliefs as "crap". I did not ask enough questions prior to baptism (or didn't receive enough answers, take your pick). In that way I am "wise" now in terms of decreasing the assumptions I make, upping the number and depth of questions I ask, and not taking things so much at face value any more.

When I had an exit interview (so to speak) with the bishop in the ward I attended and he knew my mind was made up that I was leaving (I wouldn't make such a big and final decision unless I was sure it was the right one for me) he said, "I know you are a Christian woman", which I took as a compliment and a respectful, peaceable farewell. I believe we can find common ground with fellow believers, even if our denominations vary. I regret not seeing more of that in the interactions on the LDS-related boards.

The TR question that always struck my heart was the one that asks "Are you worthy to receive a TR?" Apart from disliking that whole concept of worthiness ("there is none who is worthy..." [except Jesus], if you believe that scriptural insight) I would wonder whether I was if I interacted with people in hurtful and contentious ways.

But that's just me.

And what about that whole "light of Christ" thing? Isn't it supposed to make a member of the Mormon Church better?

Unless this is you, being better. Yow. Scary thought.

[_Tiktaalik]

Oddly enough, I actually regard Nehor as more of a grownup.

WS is just a constant, inconsequential tantrum. He's like Droopy without the moronic politics (although Droopy's probably has slightly more class - hard to imagine, I know).

You have to acknowledge that in terms of pure trolling abilities, the display put on in this thread by W.S. demonstrates some quality. In comparison, The Nehor's attempts at trolling are amateurish at best.

In just a few posts he's got at least 4 people attacking him when he hasn't posted a single thing of substance. And, I have to admit, he's got a wit.

[_antishock8]

Gookie Cookie is just upset that he lost out on the lead female role in Moulin Rouge within his local theater troupe. I guess putting on stockings and repeating lines from Silence of the Lambs in the privacy of his own home doesn't give him the same thrill anymore. He needs that public voyeurism...

[_William Schryver]

And if you think the example you cite above is "foul-mouthed" -- well, junior, I need to introduce you to some of my really rough friends. You've obviously lived a very sheltered life up there in Spudville. You need to hang out with some of the local stockmen a little; let them broaden your horizons.

Looks like Will has been milking the bulls again.

Now that's more like it! That's the kind of thing I've grown to expect here. Actually, it's even a little bit better than what I've grown to expect here -- it's almost funny.

Now, I could tell you stories about the widow down the street who owns several critters, including a prize stallion for whom she ships cooled semen around the country ... but maybe not.