tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post4656787910419554275..comments2023-11-05T18:46:32.295+11:00Comments on Baino's Banter: Be My ShepherdUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger62125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-90016850505505114602009-08-01T07:45:03.118+10:002009-08-01T07:45:03.118+10:00Perhaps it's all because we have a stupid gene...Perhaps it's all because we have a stupid gene that's all twisted up in our DNA. <br /><br />Humans tend to believe in myth faster than they will accept facts. There's lots of money changing hands in the religious and symbols business - more so than many other endeavors.<br /><br />Yep, we're still in the cave, afraid of the dark and the boogieman. <br /><br />Let's all recite some mumbo jumbo and levitate to a higher plane of existence. Hah hah!willhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15590217997145761582noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-47065964205038427672009-07-30T00:42:40.246+10:002009-07-30T00:42:40.246+10:00I think it's very simple, when we are frighten...I think it's very simple, when we are frightened we want a parent to take care of us. This is why certain branches of Christianity encourage adherents to be frightened all the time.ArtSparkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04875996639432864367noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-31233300328550795602009-07-29T14:10:57.143+10:002009-07-29T14:10:57.143+10:00Wow. Gonna ponder on this one for a bit. Very we...Wow. Gonna ponder on this one for a bit. Very well said, though.a.https://www.blogger.com/profile/04187569807093887442noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-68611937390920434692009-07-29T13:11:25.556+10:002009-07-29T13:11:25.556+10:00Thank you doll. Thank you very much.
Love Renee ...Thank you doll. Thank you very much.<br /><br />Love Renee xoxoxoReneehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11785932958464359112noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-54595270620100369032009-07-29T09:41:21.150+10:002009-07-29T09:41:21.150+10:00I'm late to this discussion, but I would like ...I'm late to this discussion, but I would like to add that I believe in God, I pray daily and I don't hold him accountable for all the hurt and wrongs in this world.<br />I will pray for your friend and the sadness that has befallen her and her family.<br /><br />I recognize that many people don't share my belief and I don't try and force it on anyone, but I pray that you may come to see things differently. <br /><br />KatKat Mortensenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16877694888419628533noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-53830842007322376352009-07-29T05:14:41.603+10:002009-07-29T05:14:41.603+10:00Well baby I keep seeing my thoughts here and even ...Well baby I keep seeing my thoughts here and even a few of me words...yes sometimes I want to scream...and yet at times I guess I would love the comfort of believing that there is some omni potent being that will look after me and make everything all right...<br /><br />But why the hell should it? There are so many more who need more help...and why not help them?<br /><br />And then there is the air fairy shit like the secret crap just believe and it will happen. Well I guess all those poor buggers are thinking that they would not like to eat or they would like to experience an earthquake or living with a dictator so they better think different thoughts!<br /><br />Who knows what goes on and all I am beginning to realize that it is all out of control...so hold on and do your best.Colette Ameliahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03442660605798634154noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-16856180808343363392009-07-29T02:17:15.152+10:002009-07-29T02:17:15.152+10:00Baino, what a perfect ending you leave here with y...Baino, what a perfect ending you leave here with your last comment. Take care. I so enjoyed reading all the comments. I only ask your followers to consider the fact that although a lot of bad has been done in name of "religion" (not necessarily real faith), let's also not forget the far more destruction and evil ( in terms of mere numbers) done in the name of no religion--look at the 60 million alone killed in soviet Russia's purges and the darkness of communist North Korea. Of course there are extremes on either end, but that does not mean there is nothing to hold onto in the middle somewhere and the baby should be thrown out with the bathwater. (Love that off expresion!)Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17712046924863763290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-65438956636921580062009-07-28T18:02:34.908+10:002009-07-28T18:02:34.908+10:00OK that's enough. I was angry on Sunday. I sti...OK that's enough. I was angry on Sunday. I still don't believe in organised religion. I love your comments and you've all put real thought into this one. I have NEVER had so much feedback on a post before so thank you so much. And frankly, whatever is your thing, whatever gives you comfort and solace - keep doing it (I'm practising coning at the moment, very relaxing) Hold your faith close and make it your friend. For me, it's not religion but I have had so many wonderful emails from both sides of the fence. Thank you.<br /><br />And Renee . .I hope your God is a sweet and compassionate one who keeps you company on your journey. This is why I WANT some semblance of spirituality. You know when I first read your blog, I didn't much like the comments. (plus there were too many to read). They were a little luvvy duvvy for a crusty marshmallow like me but . . having lived with a cancer sufferer . Who was just as brave and wonderful as you . .You are an inspiration and whatever gives you strength , draw on it. I understand why people are drawn to you and say such nice things about you.<br /><br />I have this thing . .I can't 'love' someone I haven't met but I have a deep affection for many people who comment and email. You're, clever, bright, inspiring, honest and fucking awesome frankly and are right up there. You're a champ. And if mind over matter works, you're definitely going to be around for a long, long, time. Take care of YOURSELF<br /><br />Apologies to other commenters to whom I haven't responded directly. I really didn't expect this. You are all amazing, you are all very honest and I appreciate all your different points of view. I am one lucky blogger! Whatever your spiritual 'thing' take this on board:<br /><br />May the road rise to meet you <br />May the wind be always at your back <br />The sun shine warm upon your face <br />The rains fall soft upon your fields <br />And until we meet again, <br />May God hold you in the hollow of his hand<br /><br />I love this Irish Blessing . . I read it as part of the Eulogy to my father's funeral. Not a dry eye in the house. Now go away and be funny.Bainohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14156193098088048637noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-25240541284635850672009-07-28T12:10:33.225+10:002009-07-28T12:10:33.225+10:00chills.
what power in your essay and these commen...chills.<br /><br />what power in your essay and these comments.<br /><br />xokjhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15122196887043345981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-4156885441584498322009-07-28T07:49:30.369+10:002009-07-28T07:49:30.369+10:00Dearest dearest friend, you amaze me again.
This ...Dearest dearest friend, you amaze me again.<br /><br />This is profound.<br /><br />'Life is beautiful, harsh, endearing, amazing, devastating, painful, labouring, leisurely, magnificent and terrible!'<br /><br />Yes, it is all of these things.<br /><br />For me I believe that God could not interfere even if he wanted to. I never pray to be healed and yet of course I do. I don't necessairily pray, I more beg.<br /><br />I beg and yet I know there will be no cure from that source.<br /><br />When I pray to God it is more for him to be with me, for me to find comfort in knowing that I am not alone.<br /><br />When I pray to God it is for him to bring someone like you into my life.<br /><br />You are a gift to me Helen.<br /><br />This post was remarkable. Chaos rules and I believe that to be true. But for me God comforts and I will take any comfort I can get.<br /><br />Love you Helen.<br /><br />Love Renee xoxoxoReneehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11785932958464359112noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-64181362252730867812009-07-28T06:44:05.523+10:002009-07-28T06:44:05.523+10:00Take Heart Baino! god my well be a subjective rath...Take Heart Baino! god my well be a subjective rather than objective creature.It;s all a Mystery.Doubt is a virtue in such matters.Yes,a Middle Class God isnt worth a dime.<br />Thank You For The Weight Of Your Post.tonyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03746435400444226665noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-32701237191674979732009-07-28T06:34:03.884+10:002009-07-28T06:34:03.884+10:00I wanted you to know that I prayed for your friend...I wanted you to know that I prayed for your friend and her family as I read your post. I do believe in God. But that doesn't mean my life will be easy and carefree. Three of my four boys are autistic. Difficult things happen to everyone...that is just life...and there are no easy answers. It's all about if you choose to bloom where you are planted. You can be bitter, or you can with God's help rise above the circumstances.Betsy Brockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06807795605763246015noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-78236970109320603222009-07-28T05:56:02.983+10:002009-07-28T05:56:02.983+10:00I am one who does believe in a higher power. I am ...I am one who does believe in a higher power. I am reluctant, these days, to call Him/Her/It 'God' because of the terrible things that have been done in that name, and because I have problems with a lot of mainstream religion, but I do believe there is something bigger than us. Maybe it is just that the Universe itself is sentient and is studying us, trying to understand itself. I have no way of figuring it out. I do know that miracles happen, that shit happens, that we must struggle on despite all, and that faith sustains some of us in hard times.<br /><br />Do what you do so well, Baino, and support people from your heart - and stop trying to second guess yourself. You are a great friend to those in need, you don't have to dress it up in belief or religion to do good. And you can't force yourself to believe if you don't. ;)jayhttp://www.thedeppeffect.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-24934651361612224992009-07-28T05:44:03.640+10:002009-07-28T05:44:03.640+10:00Baino: Your post touched me so I came back to see...Baino: Your post touched me so I came back to see what other have written. Patti's comment moves me most of all and I feel for her. She is right...listening to the wind, watching a butterfly and smelling the earth after a rainfall is very restorative.California Girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12582691517303132274noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-24407719777883659952009-07-28T04:51:19.180+10:002009-07-28T04:51:19.180+10:00Yes, you have a big heart that is why it angers yo...Yes, you have a big heart that is why it angers you so. I get that.<br /><br />There are infinitely more Christian agencies than any other one religion or secular in fact. Even red cross began as a christian concept. The point being that with all its faults the christian church believes all of us only ever stand by grace so who are we not to extend it to others, the most innocent and defenseless, in love and so on.Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17712046924863763290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-45664004809744546272009-07-28T04:08:58.956+10:002009-07-28T04:08:58.956+10:00Dear Baino. I believe in God. The word "mirac...Dear Baino. I believe in God. The word "miracle" was invented to explain phenomena that cannot be explained by science, logic, reasoning and medicine.<br /><br />As for being spiritual, I think you are equating it with being religious. I see you as a spiritual being. No you are not religious but spiritual nevertheless.<br /><br />wasn't it you who said on my blog that we all have crosses to bear?<br /><br />Life is destined. We may not know it and those who profess to know are fools and worse, those who profess to interpret it according to their fancy.<br /><br />You are spiritual and by the way, very thoughtful and you don't even have selfish motives.<br /><br />Have a great day dear. I will be in class all week so not much showing up online and I will be gone after this week. Take care.Ces Adoriohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17338000465619901229noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-43153711260121389572009-07-27T23:49:23.620+10:002009-07-27T23:49:23.620+10:00PS... what's happened to your kangaroo?
the bu...PS... what's happened to your kangaroo?<br />the buggar's hopped away?xxxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12600470311819511684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-80655774510452551582009-07-27T23:48:13.861+10:002009-07-27T23:48:13.861+10:00The post and the comments are so overwhelming and ...The post and the comments are so overwhelming and thought provoking. I'm choked with emotion and uncertainty. I do wish your friend and her family the best of luck as they deal with these illnesses.Kate Hanleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02089480767005955018noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-14817366075823004692009-07-27T23:45:30.916+10:002009-07-27T23:45:30.916+10:00what if god was one of us?
I think you have an id...what if god was one of us?<br /><br />I think you have an idea of my view of this subject from my post a short time ago.... well the clip I posted.<br /><br />this can be a huge topic and one that I think is well worth discussing.... but it's way too late for me now.<br /><br />well done for writing this.<br /><br />xoxo Ribbonxxxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12600470311819511684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-64745335367702265042009-07-27T23:15:19.144+10:002009-07-27T23:15:19.144+10:00Hello Baino, Thank you so very much for stopping b...Hello Baino, Thank you so very much for stopping by! I bear a few leftover cheesebuns from this morning's breakfast! <br /><br />What an interesting debate! First, I'm so sorry to hear of your friend's ordeal and the others around her!<br /><br />I would like to wish her my prayers for a speedy recovery! <br /><br />Have a wonderful day, Baino! :))petra michelle; Whose role is it anyway?https://www.blogger.com/profile/03474448747236205303noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-727375797050998382009-07-27T21:27:53.757+10:002009-07-27T21:27:53.757+10:00As I said on Facebook, this is going to take a lon...As I said on Facebook, this is going to take a longer response than comments allow for, I think. As there, here: "I am. Life is."Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04871239587214383387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-31648597491616498342009-07-27T17:57:36.645+10:002009-07-27T17:57:36.645+10:00Tsup*!*
Compassion, you either have it or you ...Tsup*!* <br /><br />Compassion, you either have it or you don't, you do Baino.Bimbimbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12427788003822538655noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-86770594641481123312009-07-27T17:53:43.549+10:002009-07-27T17:53:43.549+10:00Tsup*!*
Compassion, you either have it or you ...Tsup*!* <br /><br />Compassion, you either have it or you don't, you do Baino.Bimbimbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12427788003822538655noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-32666484858339704222009-07-27T17:23:34.532+10:002009-07-27T17:23:34.532+10:00Your heater is burning a hole in your chair? Get u...Your heater is burning a hole in your chair? Get up and move that heater....(do you have fire insurance?)<br />Funny isn't it how so many of us say we don't believe in a god of any type, yet when trouble strikes we all pray to god for help. (Every week I pray to all the gods in all the heavens, (covering all bases here), to please let my lotto ticket numbers match the ones drawn out of the barrel on Saturday nights.)<br />A term I don't agree with is god-fearing. If I were the believing kind I'd want to believe in a kind and generous god, a god I could love and not fear. Why would you choose to live your life in fear that "god" might strike you down at any time because you've angered him? If i ever get into heaven and find out that there is a god up there I'll be sure and let everyone down here know. <br />I do care about all the people who are suffering with poverty, war, disease etc, but there isn't anything I can do. <br />Spirit guides are another matter. I have a cheap K-Mart print in my bedroom, I bought it because the colours match my quilt and furniture colours, if I look at it at the right angle there are three faces visible in the colour swirls. If I'm feeling particularly bad, just looking at them makes me feel better somehow. <br />Organised religion sucks. Most wars have either a power or religious beginning, so it follows that if organised religion didn't exist (my church and god are better than your church and god, nyah, nyah)a lot of the wars wouldn't be happening. See? Less suffering already.....Riverhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14794655013673748992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34591549.post-86113972013708755532009-07-27T16:48:49.273+10:002009-07-27T16:48:49.273+10:00Wow, heavy post indeed. And such wonderful commen...Wow, heavy post indeed. And such wonderful comments. I don't know what more to add (it's late here and I'm so tired!) but thank you for such a thought-provoking post, dear Baino.Meganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09387041422819664987noreply@blogger.com