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Interesting. Thank you for both of those links.
You know...I'd love it if you would write a post sometime about YOUR experience as an unschooler.
I would also be interested in hearing more about the "connection" between unschooling and college. What is the application process like? Do very many unschoolers pursue college educations? Why or why not? Etc.
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Conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye, is one of the most common and treatable eye conditions in children and adults. It is an inflammation of the thin, clear lining inside the eyelid and on the white of the eye. This inflammation gives the eye a pink or reddish color.
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His comments to the players on the importance of Friday's game against Shaw were no exception.
"Win it and you're in it. If not, that ends the season," Kendall said before Wednesday's practice. "Same thing for Shaw. We're both 3-3 (in Region 5-AAAA), we've beaten the same people and we've lost to the same people. It's a playoff to get into the playoffs. However you want to look at it, it's what it is."
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Kendall also said Shaw has several good receivers who are capable of running after they catch a pass.
"They will run the ball as well," Kendall noted. "They're athletic and they've got the same motivation we have. That's another thing that makes it interesting. This is the last game of the year. There's something riding on it. I'm sure their coaches are telling them exactly the same thing we're telling our players."
Fortunately for Troup, the injury bug has been minimized.
Linebacker and running back Dalton Hadley has been nursing a shoulder and wrist injury for half the season and Kendall said "we're hoping to get him back."
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Other than that, the Tigers are ready to go.
Troup will be looking to several players to take on key roles in Friday's must-win game, including running back Daryl Dunlap, who rushed for who rushed for 152 yards against Fayette County two weeks ago, 70 against LaGrange last week and 315 yards against Columbus. Dunlap is on the verge of breaking the 1,000 yard rushing mark for the season. He was not a regular at the tailback slot during the first part of the season, but he has become the go-to man.
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The Tigers will also be looking for a big game from quarterback Will Smith. The sophomore signal-caller threw for 129 yards against Lagrange last week, but the Tigers will need a performance reminiscent of his game at Fayette County two weeks ago if they hope to win Friday and make the playoffs.
In that game, Smith threw two fourth-quarter touchdown passes while leading the team to the 47-37 victory.
"He's had a good week of practice," Kendall said of Smith.
One of Smith's targest will likely be Malcolm Tatum.
Tatum has had 14 receptions in the past two weeks plus while starting at defensive back as well.
"Malcolm is one of the guys that hardly ever comes off the field," Kendall said of the senior. "He's on the field a lot. He's just very valuable. I'll be honest, he'd probably not have it no other way. It's hard to get him out to get some rest."
Tatum had five receptions in the LaGrange game and nine against Fayette County.
"Plus, he's playing safety," Kendall said. "He's covering a lot of ground."
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12-05-2012, 10:40 PM #40The cops told Zimmerman not to approach Martin. He did it anyway.
Martin was out of Zimmermans sight so he pursued him on foot.
Martin was not committing a crime at the time of the altercation.
Zimmerman is a liar.
He is also a wanna-be cop.
The jury will hear a lot of Zimmermans history and how he MAY HAVE created that altercation which resulted in him having to kill someone. A justified shooting, which it might be, does not get him off the hook.
Ill ask you this. Do you think a small female cop would approach a black guy in a hook in a dark area alone in the middle of the night when all she has is her gun to subdue the guy? I say no. She would wait for backup. Common sense and rational thinking is what Zimmerman seems to lack along with enlarged testicles..No law ever prevented a crime.
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I spent most of my adult time in the Newport Beach area and south of it. Cattle boats don't you know.If a nation expects to be ignorant and free, in a state of civilization, it expects what will never be. (Thomas Jefferson 1816)
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Jack Cashill is a guy I trust and not a BSer. He gives a good account (not too long) about what happened that night. It seems Martin smoked a joint before he went back to the house. Also, it seems that Martin did blind side punch Zimmerman in the face. Martin's old man initially said that it wasn't his son crying out for help. Then he changed his tune. This article came out today, and it is a very good read--not too long:
I think by the time this is all said and done the media is going to look like a bunch of incompetent fools, I mean worse than they do now. If thats possible.
.No law ever prevented a crime.
Not to mention those on this forum who have "witnessed" the scene that night and know all the "facts" of who attacked who, who was the aggressor, etc. Some should testify as to what they have witnessed since they appear to know all the facts in this case. LOL.
You know most liberals have all the answers and as usual those "facts" are always on the PC down to the last detail. Just an observation here. Thank you, thank you very much"I could have ended the war in a month. I could have made North Vietnam look like a mud puddle."
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You know most conservatives have all the answers and as usual those "facts" are always on the PC down to the last detail. Just an observation here. Thank you, thank you very much .
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This case has nothing to do with political leanings except for people who make it that way . Innocent untill proven guilty .
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I thoroughly agree with this...
What concerns me is the way liberals (and to a degree conservatives) try to hold court in the media. That would all go away if the public would get over the tabloid mentality and simply say:
"We in America have a court and jury system... when the jury tries the defendant, we will know whether he is guilty or innocent. Until them... talk is speculation... actually destructive speculation... mose like gossip. I am NOT interested in gossip... only the decision of the courts."
Most conservatives I know think this endless babbling about who did/said this/that... is in reality a gossipy mentality... like a bunch of little girls with nothing worthwhile to do...
Are we a bunch of little girls gossiping... or are we men that lead by example?
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For both of them.
But I will say that if NBC is editing tapes to favor Martin it makes it hard to even form a preliminary opinion of what really happened.
NBC should be held accountable! Both sides edit enough with what they choose to report, let alone how they report it.
In a twist not even the best fiction writers could have seen coming, the Trayvon Martin case, instigated by a couple of sheister attorneys looking to make money from a tragedy, will reportedly end with George Zimmerman recovering legal damages from Al Sharpton, NBC, and the Trayvon Martin family attorneys, Daryl Parks and Benjamin Crump..No law ever prevented a crime.
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sadly there have been other black kids shot since this incident and that is sad but what is sad also, is it didn't make the news. This incident had to be exploited.
I have my own little world. But it's OK...they know me here.
I dont think you can sue a tv reporter or a news source for reporting "edited" or even made up facts or lies.... about a news story.
I dont believe they can slander someone on the news..... but they can come pretty close with the first amendment umbrella over their head to protect them.
I believe zimmermans lawyers have already told him this and that is the reason why he is now trying to sell his autograph for money instead of trying to squeeze some money out of the media.Let go of my cracker jacks, If you dont Im going to have to beat you....... now then hand my captain crunch back over to me this instant.....or else !!!


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I would like to propose an idea that all notebooks and even desktops come with a cellular modem coupled together to be able to make calls and access the internet directly from the pc goes like could have the computer in the store already with the mobile operator or even choose we should use the chip and even the pre paid or post paid plans with many liked the idea and patenting'll make some money thanks for your attention august portella
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For years the trend was to make cell phones smaller and smaller. With the evolution to smart phones screen sizes have grown but it is still difficult to use due to all the scrolling and zooming to view the web and other functions. Dell should do a little research and find out just how large they can make a phone and still have it held comfortably in the palm of the average person's hand. I would bet that Dell could add at least and inch to the screen. Then Dell should devote as much space as they possibly can to the touch screen. While this will not eliminate the need to scroll and zoom it will lessen the need. Status Update Please check out the Streak
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Is it appropriate for Woburn to have a religious display on the city common?
For years, the city of Woburn has decorated the common in December. Along with winter ornaments, a large nativity scene is prominently featured.
Earlier this week, Woburn Patch received a complaint from a reader who declined to leave his or her name:
"I think it's wrong that we have a religious display on the common. City funds should not be used for religious displays."
While there is a nativity scene, there are also:
- Carolers singing in historic winter garb;
- A Santa Claus and reindeer, including Rudolph;
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- A family of penguins.
What do you think? Is the nativity scene appropriate? In a city that has three Catholic churches, three Baptist churches, two Congregational churches, a Lutheran parish, a Methodist church and several other Christian parishes—is it OK to have a display depicting the birth of Jesus Christ on the city common?
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Kathy Francis
7:01 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Really-I have no idea what this world is coming to! What is the BIG deal about Christmas displays? Hasn't Woburm been having a Nativity Scene on their Common for YEARS now? Why is this such a HUGE deal all of a sudden with everyone?
Kathy Francis
7:03 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
By the way- I LOVE the Nativity Scene on the Common.
Nancy McIntyre-Lohnes
7:35 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
i agee with you Kathy....I love it too.....and Merry Christmas!!!!!!!!!!!
Tomas Fuller
7:08 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
The displays on the common are owned by the Featival on the Common committee and were purchased through private donations from Woburn citizens and other non-governmental organizations.
After recently replacing all the items due to a fire, the committe would certainly accept donations as well as suggestions for new displays in the future.
12:33 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
I am glad you clarified the funding. I think the Woburn common looks beautiful !
7:11 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Christmas is a "religious holiday" only to those who think it to be. However, the reality is "Christmas" is not religious. It has it's roots firmly planted in pagan Europe's winter solstice celebrations and American capitalism. The holiday is that of elves, magic, snowmen and giving. That said; if it means that we need to place every "religious" symbol on the common so as not to "offend" I say then, yes, take down the nativity scene. I would rather see the true traditions of Santa Claus, magic, snowmen and "Christmas" trees remain without needing to cater to everyones religious beliefs.
becky hassett
12:24 pm on Friday, December 7, 2012
santa claus and saint nick are one in the same. that being said i hope everyone is aware that st, nicholas day is the 6th of december and that he was a catholic saint. maybe we should start getting rid of all those offensive santas. puleeze .! When is this craziness going to end. i think it is pitiful that people dont use their time more constructively.
7:31 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
As a practicing Jew and a minority, I can say loudly to the person who complained: GET OVER IT! If you are that insecure in your own faith or lack of same, move somewhere else where you feel like a member of the majority, and leave the good people of Woburn to enjoy the trappings of the season. The first step to acceptance is tolerance. As for me, I am glad to live in a community with religious values. This benefits all.
2:17 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Well said Chefhockey. There is a certain level of maturity and intelligence required to achieve your perspective on things. That may be part of the problem with those that can't get over it.
7:32 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
I think that if someone is so offended then they should give their name and stand up for what they believe in. I find it cowardly to do it anonymously. Frankly, I can't see what city funds are being used to place these old Christmas decorations. If other religious organizations want to place a Menorah or other symbol of their belief during these religious holidays then by all means go ahead. Those of us who celebrate Christmas are sick and tired of being attacked for our beliefs. Christmas is the celebration of the birth of Jesus; a man who helped others and turned the other cheek. I think being reminded of those good qualities is not offensive.
8:14 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Love the decorations! As a Christian, I welcome any and all celebrations of anyone's faith. I believe it's called tolerance and compassion. A Menorah would be a nice addition, most of these traditions are rooted in ancient history and should be celebrated.
11:32 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
You make a great point. I think we're going in the wrong direction by taking away religious holiday depictions. We should be adding more! I want to see a menorah, star and crescent, symbols of kwanzaa, and whatever other symbols our world's religions use for celebration.
Kristin Caf
8:37 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
That nativity has been on the common for as long as I can remember.
Just because it's "in vogue" to be politically correct, that does not justify doing away with traditions that we have had forever. I'm so sick and tired of trying to appease every single individual's needs, wants, desires, and tastes. Everyone always tries to make things about themselves. Can't we just accept a beautiful display as it is and move on?
Stop trying to steal my childhood memories!!
11:53 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
So you think that only YOUR needs and desires are important to put on display, but no one else's?
Elizabeth Shannon Lawrence
8:42 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
I, personally, don't have an issue with it. To be honest, I'm with "jensmom" I think a nice menorah would be a good addition to it as well.
8:44 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
As someone who does not practice any particular religion, I think its great. I do have to add, that I think it would be a beautiful display of Woburn's diversity to include other religions. I'd welcome it and I'm sure I'm not alone.
Meghan Murray
8:45 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Are you kidding me? so we should take the Christ out of Christmas??? What is wrong with people?
Geraldine Kehoe
8:50 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
First, there are no City funds involved in this display. They were payed for by private funds, years ago. Second, the Nativity is put up by Service Organization volunteers. Third, I was told several years ago that local Synagogues were contacted and asked if they would like to add symbols of their faith to the displays on the Common and they all declined. And last, the Common is just that: it is "common" land belonging to all the citizens of Woburn, NOT to the City Government! So us "christians" have a right to put up the symbols of our winter holidays, as do any and all religions. Back when Woburn was first founded, the "common" was were families without sufficient field space would graze their livestock. These good people founded this city on the principal of Religeous freedom. And we are still free to celebrate Christmas with all the trappings that go along with it.
11:55 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
What do you think would happen if I put up a big star and crescent—the most powerful symbols of Islam—in Woburn center's common? Do you think no one will mind?
1:11 pm on Wednesday, December 12, 2012
I would like to see that just to see the reaction of all the tolerant people of Woburn. I'm sure they would welcoe the diversity -- until they were told what the star and crescent mean. But to be fair, the Festival on the Common committee should buy it and maintain the display each year.
Elizabeth McDonald
8:53 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
It does my heart good to see that not everyone is afraid of the 16% who want religion and Christmas out of our lives. Thank You Woburn for making the Holidays as Special as they should be for our families.
Kate Jenson
8:57 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
I celebrate the secular version of Christmas. I love Santa and Frosty and all that. The nativity is just a few more fictional characters being displayed.
5:28 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Well said Kate. My religion consists of a heavy dose of laughter from Warner Brothers and MGM classic cartoons. My religion contribution must be on display on the "common" so there needs to be room for Bugs Bunny, Droopy, and Fog Horn-Leg Horn.
9:04 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Don't look at it if it offends you! We have had it there for years, no need to get rid of it.
9:17 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
If a complaint is not in writing, there is no complaint. Is Woburn Patch pursuing an issue hoping some Atheist organization will file a complaint, after reading the story on the internet. Its looks as though Woburn Patch is trying to bring a controversial issue where there is none. Doesn't George Soros fund the Patch organization through its Huffington Post newspaper? The Woburn Patch is trying to bring the "WAR ON CHRISTMAS" here to Woburn. SHAME ON YOU !
Kristin Caf
10:19 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
the Patch received the complaint from an anoynymous person. That means it was in writing, Dan.
I do not think Patch is a sensationalist news outlet. I suggest you go back to your normal programming and watch Jerry Springer.
11:58 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
There is no "war on christmas". That notion is a fabrication of sensationalist news outlets and Republicans, who "wage war" on everyone and everything when they don't get their way.
6:19 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Kate, Kristin and IQ, Just reading local new outlets :
Danielle Masterson
8:45 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
As clearly stated in the story, there was a written complaint submitted to Woburn Patch via e-mail. It was received by nine Patch staffers and I can provide a printout of the complaint, if you feel it's necessary, to prove that it does indeed exist. For two years, I have worked hard to cover issues in Woburn fairly and responsibly and in a hyperlocal manner that is beneficial to the city, and also gives people an opportunity to voice their opinions in a public forum. I appreciate the discourse that this question has created and hope that many will continue to provide their thoughts on this and many other issues on Woburn Patch.
Chris Caesar
9:04 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Dan: FYI, we are not affiliated with The Cape Cod Times.
9:17 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
People need to get over themselves. Don't ruin it for everyone else.
Todd Cravens
9:39 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
I enjoy the display. It reminds me of the roots of Christmas and why we celebrate it. I'm glad the display is there.
11:59 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
The scene on the common does not bother me one bit. But the roots of Christmas are much older than Christ.
5:35 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Perhaps a History lesson is in order. Christmas was a "holiday" fabricated by the Catholic Church to help in the conversion of Pagan Europe. The "church" could not change the old pagan rituals so they repackaged it and sold it as "Christmas". It's "Christian" roots are based on conversion and power over the masses.
frank tamilio
9:59 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
So far we are still free to worship God as we please. It is religious liberty. Even atheists have a right to practice their religion of denying a creator. So i think Christians should be free to say Merry Christmas and Jesus loves you. Christmas is a great Holiday.
I Love Christmas displays and Christmas lights on the common.
History and tradition (even my calendar) teaches that The Son of God was born and was without sin. He proved who He was by His miracles and His Love for us because He died on an old rugged cross for our sins. Proving Himself to be God and
Man by His resurrection Christians know about His Love and the Gift of Eternal Life
for those who give their hearts to Him
That is why Christians celebrate Christmas. We worship a Savior.He came to save His people from their sins. I know that many do not believe that and call themselves Christians anyway. i guess you can be religious and not believe at the same time.
But true Christianity is not a religion. it is a person. I believe that Jesus is the reason for the season but all of us have the right to believe what we want. I hope I didn't offend anyone for expressing my faith in the historical Christmas message. Merry Christmas
frank tamilio 536 main st woburn
12:29 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Just a suggestion. You shouldn't put your home address on the internet. This is a website that anyone can see.
Noreen Kennedy
11:07 pm on Saturday, December 8, 2012
O holy night, the stars are brightly shining. this is the night of the dear Saviour's birth. Long lay the world in sin and error pining, till He appeared and the soul felt it's worth. A thrill of hope the weary world rejoiced. For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn. Fall on your knees! Oh hear the angels voices! oh night divine. The night when Christ was born....the King of kings lay thus lowely manger. In all our trials born to be our friends. He knows our needs, our weakness is no stranger. Behold your King. Before Him lowly bend. Truly He taught us to love one another, His law is love and His gospel is peace. Chains He shall break, for the slave is our brother. And in His name all oppression shall cease. sweet hymns of joy in grateful chorus raise we, with all our hearts we praise His holy name. Christ is the Lord then ever, ever praise Him. His power and glory evermore proclaim.
Shannon Bettencourt
10:10 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Get over it __ you don't like it don't look at it . You don't even have the balls to tell people who you are . Don't ruin this for the Families of Woburn who look foward to this every year The Nativity Display is the major part of our Chritsmas celebration . DON'T TAKE IT DOWN AND PLEASE CONTINUE TO DISPLAY IT EVERY YEAR . If your Athiests don't worry your Holiday will be here April 1 .
Robert L Hammond Jr
10:19 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
If you don't like it go back to were you were brought up this is united states of America and god we trust
Kate Jenson
10:28 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Yes, this is America, home of freedom of religion. That can be any god of your choosing, not just Jesus.
12:31 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
It's "In God We Trust", first of all. Secondly, that phrase was not official until the 1950's when Congress voted on it. Third, your religion is not more important than mine. So let's put up a menorah for Jewish folks, and a star and crescent for the Muslims. Peace be with you.
Bob Gonsalves
10:25 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
I, too, love the display on the common - all of it - and would welcome participation by other organizations and faiths. Sure, why not? This is an old issue here in Woburn, most recently during the Curran administration which may be what Gerry Keohe was referring to. And every time it comes up the Mayor and City Council, to their credit, come down on the side of common sense, reaching out to others for their participation and allowing the displays to continue. Frankly, that is one of the things that makes Woburn so special, as I have been told by friends in towns such as Winchester and Lexington, who are envious that Woburn continues to have its display at Christmas, or, as some say, The Holiday Season. Bravo to our City fathers for their wisdom and to the volunteers who work mightily to maintain the tradition.
10:25 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Every year there are attacks on Christmas and they seem to get more petty over time. The displays on the common are open to all organisations and residents to celebrate each specific holiday, Whether it is Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza etc, Since the City is not involved in it, there is no issue, This is just someone trying to make an issue out of a non- issue. Grandchildren, and Children for many many years have stopped by the common to see the displays and mail a letter to Santa, This tradition must be kept intact! To those that complain, I say: MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR!! And a hearty HO HO HO!
Keith MacKenzie
10:27 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
I'm a Canadian just moved here, and we're all too familiar with excessive political correctness in a country that places huge value on multiculturalism and cross-cultural understanding. The nativity scene may be a religious symbol, but to me, it's more a CULTURAL thing rather than a religious thing for Woburn and its residents. It's a tradition. There isn't anything oppressive going on here and no one is being forced into a certain belief. It's just community spirit and it's beautiful.
Colleen Donohoe
11:01 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Thank you Woburn!! Every year I look forward to seeing the Manger Scene set up on our Common! People can do their best to call it a holiday or secularize the day/season all they want, but the fact of the matter is, Christians celebrate CHRISTMAS which commemorates the Birth of Christ, our Savior. I am happy to call it what it is and display the appropriate memorials (The Nativity Scene) for the thousands who find it appropriate, meaningful, and comforting. If other religions choose to donate and erect memorials to celebrate their traditions/holidays, then I have absolutely no problem with that, but from what was written above (see Geraline Kehoe's comment) it appears that they're not interested. So be it. Americans need to be reminded that we live in a country with freedom OF religion and not freedom FROM religion! That preposition makes ALL the difference!
What next? If someone is personally opposed to war are we now supposed to remove the beautiful new war memorials on our common as well? I think not! Seems to me that those preaching about tolerance, acceptance, and diversity need to practice what they preach.
THANK YOU WOBURN for enhancing my Christmas Season by being unafraid to hold fast to the traditions of our city and our country!! God Bless Woburn and God Bless America!!
Heather Nigro
2:25 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
I wish this was on Facebook so I could 'like' your post Colleen. Well said.
11:53 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
I love it! It's new location is also a benefit because it can be visited. I am so proud of our City's display and I think it is a beautiful symbol of community and reminder of the blessings of the season, instead of the over .commercialization of the holiday . It is sad to see a display this time of year with no grounding in the reason for the season. I welcome a display representing other faiths in this season and throughout the year.
12:54 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
wow. people really do have too much time on their hands. grow a pair and put your name to it. sending it anonymously. your kids must be so popular at school. loser
Aron Levy
1:46 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Get the crèche off the common. I don't care that there is no public funding for it: it is still public property.
I would be happy to help move it to a piece of private land, be it a church, a home or what have you. But I do not want my tax dollars (I moved from Lexington to Woburn, so they are MY tax dollars) supporting anything religious, even if that support goes to my own religion.
And to the person who said there is a difference between freedom OF religion and freedom FROM religion, you are exactly what the Establishment Clause was written about. No one or no thing can tell a person they MUST follow any or all religion here in the United States. If you dislike that, they have a lovely Church of England in Canada.
7:59 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Christianity is not a Religion; it is a Philosophy.
There is not religion on the common.
9:38 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Aaron! you starting the move to England bull again? Its always the same argument with you. How sad for Woburn you moved here. I WANT my tax dollars going to it, Just as I would would those same tax dollars supporting any displays your religion wishes to display on the common. Ladies and Gentleman of Woburn. I give you Aaron, he enjoys insulting everyone and everything.
Heather Nigro
2:14 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
As I stood there admiring it the other day and thinking of how proud I am to live in a town that will actually display a nativity scene, one that has not yet succum to the ridiculous political correctness of our crazy world, I thought to myself "eventually some idiot is going to come along and complain about this".....didn't take long. I
Roth Gill
3:15 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
This is a stupid discussion. There are more important things to argue about other than what decorations we can possibly stick in the center of town to distract drivers from taking that left on a red light when there's no other car's coming. Lets use this time to reflect on what makes Woburn Center the greatest place to go round in circles in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, our beloved right to go left at a red light!
David Chesler
3:19 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Why a menorah? Why do you insist on elevating a minor holiday?
Now if the City DPW and the mayor devoted as much effort to a "private" sukkah each September, I might believe it's all equal, but as the count of churches in the article shows, these sorts of things become majority rule.
(William, I find it's a secular holiday when that furthers someone's agenda, but once the Santa/Rudolph/Irving Berlin camel has his nose under the tent, folks start complaining that unless we also celebrate the Nativity and keep the Christ in Christmas we're declaring war on Christmas and trying to spoil other people's fun.)
Most years I try to treat it like ChefHockey does, grumble that it's too much entanglement between church and state, but try to enjoy it in the spirit it's offered. A few years ago when the Truant Officer, and a Resource Officer, came to my house on Yom Kippur to question me about my religion (because I'd sent the note explaining the children would be absent too early and they'd forgotten about it, and I didn't answer the phone) and reported that absence to DCF and the courts, I realized I was in the wrong place. So now I live where I'm still a member of a religious minority, but that the schools were closed on the High Holidays was a requirement when we found this place. (A DCF that is less likely to snatch children was also a requirement -- and during their 6 months in state custody although my children were not allowed to practice my religion.)
Pat Chisholm
6:00 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Love the Christmas decorations and I am so proud that Woburn continues this tradition !
7:20 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Atheist! LOL! It must really tick them off that "In God We Trust" is on our money and they have to carry it with them every single day. One Nation Under God! Merry Christmas Woburn! Happy Birthday Jesus!
MaryAnn Keefe
9:29 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
It really saddens me to think that would even happen in Woburn. There is nothing wrong with the manger or any of the other displays on the common. They are beautiful. This is going too far. They are not letting Christians have freedom of expression, displays, etc. We are not telling other people how to live their lives or how to worship or live. America is a country where people in the military give up their lives to fight for our freedom of speech, equality, freedom to worship, and choose to live our lives the way we choose as long as we're not stopping others from doing this. They have no right to tell us we can't display the manger on the common, or have "In God We Trust" on our money, We are One Nation Under God! Please leave the manger on the common, and leave the other displays there as well. God help us all, and God bless America! I say Merry Christmas!!! MaryAnn
David Chesler
10:26 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
MaryAnn, who is this "We" who are not telling other people how to live their lives or how to worship or live?
I'm seeing it all over this forum, I'm free to worship however I wish, as long as my biggest holiday is in December. I'm free to believe anything I want, as long as I believe we are one nation under God.
9:46 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
I think if the funds for the display are private donations, etc. I see no conflict with the State vs. religion. And since there seems to be a christian majority in the town, a nativity scene makes sense. Being an atheist, it doesn't appear on my radar except to remind me of my childhood. However, since we do celebrate (secularly) Hanukkah and Christmas, I wouldn't mind an addition of a Menorah...
David Chesler
10:31 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
The Common is not private. The decorations that surround the central Nativity, the support for the celebrations, the lighting are all public as well.
There is a Christian majority, but that doesn't matter -- the separation of church and state is to protect minorities.
10:32 pm on Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Mary Ann said it right. I don't think the honored Jewish war dead laying in cemeteries right here in Woburn who died for all of our freedom would approve of removing the creche any more then I do, just because some malcontent with way too much time on their hands and a serious streak of narcissism has nothing else to whine about today.
6:53 am on Thursday, December 6, 2012
A little love. We all are different and have different ideas can't we respect each other customs. Thank you and Merry Christams and God Bless to all!
Aron Levy
10:50 am on Thursday, December 6, 2012
Why isn't everyone jumping all over David for making his point? Oh, that's right. He must not have a prior history of making strong arguments that ruffle people's feathers.
And for the fills claiming that Christianity isn't a religion, but a philosophy, if that's the case I'm sure your churches (or 'philosophical lyceums') would not mind giving up their tax-exempt status? After all, they are not preaching a religion; merely discussing a philosophy!
(Also, two thousand years of history and millions of dead from religious wars put the lie to your arguments.)
Oh, and Earnhardt when you lack any real substance, you attack the person. I see what you did there.
Aron Levy
1:54 pm on Thursday, December 6, 2012
Nice to see I've found myself a protege.
Though looking back through your comment history, I've found you engaged in ad hominem attacks long before we first interacted. So nice try.
Sandy M.
7:53 am on Friday, December 7, 2012
This nativity scene has been there for decades. Removing it because a small minority think it's offensive is about as offensive as telling people of the Jewish religion that they cannot display the Star of David during Chanukah or any other religion displaying their own beliefs publicly. We have many religions in this country. It is why we are a "united" nation. Unfortunately, it seems to have become the norm to bash one religion or another simply because it's not "their" religion or because they feel it's not "politically correct." That comment this person made is terrible. If they don't like it, let them look the other way or move to a community that accepts and embraces such practices. Yes, we have the freedom of speech. We also have "freedom of religion." I haven't actually taken the time to view the common yet this year, but when I was little, it was displayed right at the corner on the bend heading onto Main Street (way before the traffic lights were there!). If I recall, it's now in a different place on the common grounds. I remember walking to it with my mom when I was a little girl (back in the mid- to late-50's!) when I lived on one of the side streets off Main St. I look forward to seeing it now that I'm back in Woburn. Yes, I think it's appropriate to have the display. It's been a part of Woburn for many decades, I believe it's part of the "fabric" of Woburn and I don't think it should change.
Walt Cassell
8:38 am on Friday, December 7, 2012
What's the problem here? I took my wife and 3 kids down there last night, We are not Catholic, None of us care ata ll about the nativity, My kids had a blast just walking through it all and one even sat in the Santa Sleigh on the corner. ISn't Christmas the time where we put differences aside and just enjot the season? Who cares what cicvic organization is setting it up? Who cares who is oaying the electric bill? It's not about the "Adults" who see everything as an issue, It's about bringing some cheer and lighting up what may be an otherwise bleary season. Besides, can you honetsly say as you sit in that awful 5:30 pm center traffic, that looking at the display doesn't make you chill out and calm down a little? We ate at Ixtapa afetr, another reason to bring people downtown, It;s great for the businesses. I will gladly give up a few measly dollars on my tax bill to keep this up and running. We didn't do this where I am from, This is all new to us, these types of dispalays/ Woburn, you are a special city. Now, get over this nonsense people, This hurts no one. Go mail a letter to Santa. Hope you have been good this year!
6:11 pm on Friday, December 7, 2012
I drove by the nativity scene on December 6, it looked OK to me.
6:15 pm on Friday, December 7, 2012
How would we all feel if a symbol representing Islam was installed on the common land in Woburn? I bet people would be screaming and the gnashing of teeth would continue unabated until the object was removed.
6:26 pm on Saturday, December 8, 2012
I love it. I'm proud to live in Woburn, I am proud of my faith... The Nativity scene brings forth the warmth of the season love and goodwill toward all human kind. Why is it that some bring it to a level of so much controversy and divisiveness, the antithesis of why Christ came? I think it very beneficial if we could all take a step back and look without prejudice at one another's faith. There is much to learn... Look at the story of Christmas... Look to Hanukkah a fight for religious freedom but more importantly a relation to God. Better still look to Yom Kippur. Look to Ramadan, Look to Holi-day... If there is one thing we as human kind should have learned by now is that one cannot force beliefs.... If there is something you don't like to look at, don't. But don't try to rob another person of joy due to your own insecurity or intolerance. So have a good holiday? Which holiday? Oh Christmas. Merry Christmas. God Bless.
Aron Levy
1:17 pm on Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Everyman, and in your opinion, what DO the star and crescent represent?
1:43 pm on Wednesday, December 12, 2012
is it then a matter of opinion?
i only understand it as a representation of Islam from IQ's post. I'd be very interested to know the true meaning of the symbol to Muslims or anyone else.
I lived in Woburn many years ago and only happened upon The Patch recently. It certainly brings back memories to read the "Get out of *my* town" tolerance I so remember from the 70s.
Aron Levy
1:46 pm on Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Everyman, there's absolutely nothing wrong with it. You'll have to forgive me, as I had feared you were going to start an Islophobic rant.
Glad to see I was wrong!
6:04 pm on Wednesday, December 12, 2012
I'm an atheist. I'm not crazy about the nativity scene, but it doesn't bother me enough to complain about it as the person who wrote to Patch did, but that's just me. I do, however, fully support that person's right to do so, and wish that he could do so without being mocked, called an idiot, a malcontent, or having his concerns reduced to "ridiculous political correctness". That, honestly, doesn't seem very Christian, so to speak.
I have always thought that religion should be a private matter, between a person and his own God, whomever that may be. As an atheist, I usually keep quiet about my non-belief (and, given some of the comments here, perhaps some of you can understand why). We're not trying to spoil things for "everyone else", or trying to foist our beliefs on you. The nativity scene--which is a religious symbol is on the Common--which is public land, maintained by the City. I don't think there can be any debate about that. To some, that is a violation of separation of church and state. To me, it's a minor matter, when there are much more serious issues in the world to debate, but I do respect that others feel differently on both sides.
I don't usually comment on the more contentious issues on Patch, because, quite honestly, some of the debates just get too ugly. I simply can't understand why we can't all agree to disagree and still respect differing opinions without insults and abuse.
John Franson
9:11 am on Friday, December 14, 2012
Tolerance is the cost of liberty. A small price to pay.
David Chesler
9:56 am on Friday, December 14, 2012
The tolerance comes with a positive and a negative direction. The positive is tolerating others, protected by the "free exercise" clause. The negative is not taking it over for oneself, protected by the "establishment" clause. There is not always a bright line separating the point in the conflict where a free exercise is intolerably conflicting with another's free exercise, to the point where it has become an establishment.
In my humble opinion, we generally do well on the free exercise side. (There are execptions, but if we were perfect we would have no need for laws.) The negative, I worry that we're talking past each as in this thread, that people can't get past "Everybody celebrates Christmas, even Jews, although they call it Chanukah" and can't see why some are concerned that the Nativity on the Common is too much of an entanglement (or too close to a slippery slope of entanglement) between state and church.
There is plenty of good will here, no problem. It becomes more contentious in areas where what is right or wrong is strongly shaped by religious beliefs (we have shifted away from that in the past century in matters of Temperance or Blue Laws, but it's still an issue for things like marriage, abortion, and incest; and again I get frustrated watching people who differ on fundamentals talk past each other.) Also in areas where government incorporates custom for convenience of the users, such as the school calendar.


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