Minotauro said:
See, this is exactly what I'm talking about. You're just so self-important. Did you notice that you're the only one mentioned in this thread who felt the need to defend himself with a six paragraph diatribe which could've been easily condensed into one or two? I'm not going to respond specifically mainly because I know I'll be met with another overblown response that I frankly don't have the temerity to deal with. This thread was designed for venting, or "unwarranted cheap shots"...not back-and-forth tediousness.
Oh, so you're taking the high road now, despite the fact that none of your claims were justified? :lol Nice...
As far as the full of shit comment goes, let me just clarify a bit. I remember a specific instance where I asked you whether you believe Satan as a living entity actually exists. Despite continuing to post in the thread, you didn't even acknowledge my question. Maybe you overlooked my post (that happens a lot) but it's something that sticks out in my mind.
Must've missed it. Do you see me ignore many people's posts?
Let me also clarify your supposed self-righteous prickishness. I remember a thread from a number of months ago where I got this impression from you. The thread was about the movie Birth and a rumored sex scene between Nicole Kidman and a young boy. I believe you took the stance that such a scene is inexcusable in all circumstances. You were just so absolute in your opinion and so antagonistic toward others with different opinions that it really got under my skin.
Yes, I recall the topic. And I will admit that I was
much more antagonostic in that thread than I usually am due to the subject matter. As I
admitted in that thread, anything having to do with children (i.e., things which could have a harmful effect on them) really gets my dander up. And yes, I did take the stance that such a scene
as was described (it hadn't been seen at that time-- I was envisioning a lengthy french kiss, as I mentioned in the thread) would be inexcusable and unacceptable in all circumstances. I buttressed my opinion with adequate reasoning, as anyone can see in the original topic, seen
here. Sorry, but there's certain shit I don't tolerate, and that's on the small list.
Maybe I should take you to task in situations like this but generally your verboseness and stubborness convince me not to. Quite frankly, it just isn't worth the time or effort. I'll never change your opinion and you'll never change mine. I just don't have the stomach for pointless "discussion". Maybe you're right, though, maybe this is my failing and not yours.
It certainly is (your failing and not mine). If you're so convinced that opinions cannot be changed, however slightly, then why participate in a discussion forum? I've had my opinion on several things changed over the years as a result of discussion on this forum (not drastically, but it's made me look at things in a different light).
Apparently you're against "pointless discussion", yet fail to see the irony in such a remark coming from
your lips.
Also, the word 'detest" may be a bit much. Originally, I was going to go with "despise" but that sounded a little harsh. How about we settle on "mildly loathe"?
Whatever, dude. Believe me, I won't lose sleep.
You're entitled to.
I'm done with this "tediousness."