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Wednesday, March 14, 2007
The Stigma of Homosexuality
As I said in my previous post, I truly believe that I was born gay. I believe every person who's gay was born like that due to genetics. Other people think it's simply a 'choice'. For some, as Miss 1999 pointed out, it may have been a choice for shock value, rebellion and for many other reasons. But the people who knew and grew up being gay have this stigma of being abused when they were younger, or being abused—period while being in a bad relationship. And yes, that happens a lot.
I have a page on Myspace where I connect with old friends as well as new folks. I advertise my book, I post bulletins about new blog posts that I think are important to read and I like to know about new happenings around my area. The majority of my 'friends' on Myspace are gay or lesbian. It was initially to set out for connecting with old friends, until someone told me that this site was a great source for advertising. I do it for both.
A girl emailed me through this site and explained to me the reason why she's into women is because her ex-boyfriend was physically abusive to her. So basically, the fear of men has led her to go with women intimately. I would like to think that just because one man was a jerk, doesn't mean that all men are. I feel bad that she turned to the gay lifestyle, because it's much harder than living the heterosexual lifestyle. Or is it? In her case, it's easier to live the gay lifestyle due to what she's been through. Some women have a knack for picking out abusive men. One of my old friends kept picking out her boyfriends one by one—each being more abusive than the other. It's not like she wanted to get abused, it was just her selection of men she chose to date.
I went to this female therapist who happened to be gay about seven years back. She was into relaxation techniques, relationship problems and stress management. She focused on the gay and lesbian community mostly. She dealt with the issues that arose within the community. She had asked me, "Were you ever abused in your childhood?" And I explained to her that I grew up with the most loving parents. They treated me kindly, never hit or spanked me and never abused me in any way. They've never separated or divorced either. She found it hard to believe. Then she hit me with this question:
"Were you ever sexually abused, either by your parents, siblings or cousins or someone close to the family?"
"No!" I said, in shock that she even attempted to ask me this. Now, keep in mind that this female therapist is gay too. She was abused, and assumed that everyone else who's gay was in fact, abused too. This made me very angry, but most of all, it made me sad to think that 'one of us' thinks like this! I explained my relationship with my mother. She was my best friend, my caretaker and someone I looked up to. Never once did she ever hit me or abuse me. My father was always joking around with us, giving us lavish gifts and always protecting us from any danger. Sure he yelled and his temper flew off the handle, but he was gentle and never, ever harmed us in any way. My three older sisters treated me as if I were their own child. There was nothing but love within my family while growing up. I don't remember anyone close to the family abusing me. I don't recall any abuse whatsoever.
"Well you may be blocking it out Deb." She said, as she kept staring at me, trying to find a glimpse of a secret being held.
"I'm sorry. I'm not going to tell you what you want to hear. I don't have any past experiences like that."
And just because someone was abused in their past does not mean that their sexual orientation changes. Take for instance a heterosexual woman who was abused by her ex-boyfriend or ex-husband. What explains her remarrying another man? See, people are different. For whatever reason they do what they do, it's "their choice". Being a lesbian isn't a choice, unless it's fear of men. That's different. But to categorize all gays and lesbians into this file of abusive pasts is ridiculous.
So, does our past manifest our actions later on in life? I'd like to think so, but in a positive way. It's nice to think that our past is what makes us who we are today. We can learn from it all and whatever it is we don't like, we can change. We can learn from our past and try it differently, or we can keep running in circles making the same mistakes over and over again.
As Einstein once defined insanity:
"Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results."
Please take a look at Dawn's bio on her website. It explains her life as a Christian lesbian. I just found it this morning and thought it was quite interesting.
39 comments:
- LarryLilly said...
I fully understand your being born gay. But riddle me this. I was asked to be the supervisor of a man I will call Paul, that was in the pre-surgical period to become Paulette. Paul was married, 50ish, with 3 kids. Paul was doing the whole pre stuff, hormonal shots, dressing etc. That I could fully understand. Paul was not a man, Paul was a woman stuck in a mans body. SHE was finally breaking loose. I always spoke with Paul as there was constant harassment of him (during pre-op, he/she had to use the womans rest rooms in an adjacent building, the women in our building would not allow him to use theirs, understandable perhaps.)
But the extra detail i could never get a reasonable explanation from Paul, was that when Paulette was a lesbian. When she came back from her surgery, court order proclaimer her to be a legal female, Paulette was also a lesbian. Thats where I still to do this day wonder. I can understand the first shift, but the second? I still talk with Paulette even after I now work in a different state, and had lunch with her when she was in Dallas 2 years ago sporting a large beautiful pappilon butterfly on her shoulder, with a lovely summer dress exposing her shoulders (Paulette is an imposing woman, 6-1, a size 15 womans pump)
Is that plausible thinking? Or I am just showing my ignorance of her true feelings?
- ~Deb said...
I'm glad you brought that up. MTF's-(Male to Females) also have a stigma for 'being gay'. Just because someone undergoes a sex change operation---it has nothing to do with their sexual orientation. I know, it can be confusing for some, but it's not ignorance.
See, when a man feels like 'shes' a woman stuck inside a man's body, she IS a woman. So to take steps in changing 'herself', she has to go through hormone therapy, intense emotional turmoil as well as possible family conflict. People get confused when "Paulette" or people like her, come out of the operation STILL liking women. They think, "Well shouldn't he like men now that he's changed?" He is a she. And, the confusion lies within the sexual orientation aspect of it. In fact, this person isn't gay, 'she' was a male, who preferred women, and still prefers to date women even with 'her' new body.
How can anyone claim, in good conscience, that homosexuals are born that way and have no choice? When someone says they are homosexual, our first response should be to try and find out if he/she was sexually abused and, if so, to then punish the abuser.
Our next response should be to provide therapy to homosexuals to help them cope with their problems.
Those who push the born-homosexual line are effectively ignoring the sexual abuse of children. What kind of "people" want to let pedophiles get away with sexually abusing little kids?
(If sexual abuse happens to a one-year or two-year old child, he or she may not remember it later in life because it happened at such a young age. However, the trauma can govern the rest of the victim's life. Some homosexuals will swear they were never sexually abused, but they have no way of knowing for sure.)
Skilled psychologists and psychiatrists have had much success changing homosexuals into heterosexuals. (They have been successful because most if not all homosexuals were probably born heterosexual.)
Dr. Reuben Fine, Director of the New York Center for Psychoanalytic Training: "It is paradoxical that even though the politically active homosexual group[s] denies the possibility of change, all studies from Schrenk-Notzing on have found positive effects, virtually regardless of the kind of treatment used....If the homosexual patients were motivated, whatever procedure [i.e., treatment] is adopted, a large percentage will give up their homosexuality."
Those who oppose using therapy to change homosexuals into heterosexuals are, in effect, trying to keep homosexuals locked into homosexuality. Those who oppose such therapy do not want homosexuals to have a choice, a way out of homosexuality. That's un-American, inhumane, intolerant, and meanly oppressive.
In addition, considering all the solid scientific evidence that homosexuals are mentally disturbed to one degree or another because of sexual abuse (or dysfunctional parents or other negative developmental influences many homosexuals experienced), it is clear that those psychiatrists and psychologists who say homosexuality should NOT be on the officially approved list of mental illnesses are seemingly incompetent malpractitioners. They appear to be more interested in being "politically (in)correct" than in the truth. Incompetent malpractitioners should have their licenses to ply their professions revoked.
One last note: Homosexuals do not want you to know that many of them were sexually abused when young, because many people who were so abused go on to molest others. And homosexuals do not want you to know that they are more likely to molest children than heterosexuals are.
- LarryLilly said...
Deb, I remember telling Paulette that for all the hassles she was going through, wouldnt it have been easier to pretend he was a she, and just well, LOL, you can see where that would go. I told her that she had more balls than most men for all the problems. I swear, I must have had to write a letter every week on some alleged event that never did happen.
But you pointed out what i was missing, a two parter, what is my sexuality (plumbing, emotions), and what is my orientation (straight or gay).
So a MTF can have two decisions to make, plumbing and orientation. OK, now I get it.
I should send Paulette an e-mail, telling her I understand it now.
A funny, after she came back from her surgery in belgium, where she said it was cheaper even counting the 4 weel recoup period instead of getting it done in Colorado Springs, she and i were in the elevator going to the parking garage. In comes a guy "Paul" knew from his military service. There was the awkward moment, this guy sort of knew who she was, buit there was something wrong, then Paulette blurted out, Hi Chuck, its me, Paul (last name), I mean Paulette. I left the elevator at that time, and let them sort it out alone. Its a shame, his wife, obviously and his kids disowned him, only his dad was receptive to it all (his mom had passed before).
Its not easy being her.
- ~Deb said...
Anonymous: All I can say is that your statistics are way off. You cannot change a homosexual into a heterosexual. It's as if I were to change YOU into being a homosexual. You just don't swing that way---and that's okay. But you have to understand the true statistics of abuse- it doesn't discriminate or point out certain people. It comes in all forms, shapes and sizes. But the reality of it is, we're all susceptible to it, however, it doesn't mean that we're going to necessarily change our sexual orientation.
Larrylilly: It's very confusing sometimes. But think of it like this—Paulette is liberated. She's liberated from being held inside a man's body. She was a female from the inside ever since she was born, and she's a female now---and feels absolutely wonderful about it; about "herself". A lot of people will disown a person due to a sex change. But what we should try to do is understand where the person is coming from and take a look at their past and how unhappy and unsettled they were living the life as a gender that they were uncomfortable in. The emotional turmoil Paulette had to go through must have been pure torture. But look at her now, look within her now. You probably see happiness---you see fear, but that's the fear of other people calling her a 'freak' or something to that nature. Ignorant people will call her that. Try to learn more about it, and I'll bet you anything, Paulette will thank you for it! I hope her happiness overflows!
- The Rev. Dr. Kate said...
I cannot believe annonymous' comments. How is it possible in this day and age to be so nieve and judgmental!? Homosexuals are no more likely to be pedophiles than heterosexuals - the pathology of pedophilia includes issues other than sexuality (such a power!). I have know several normal, well-adjusted, happy children and young adults who all knew from a young age that they were gay. In my work, I have observed that the supposed "mental illness" shown by homosexuals has nothing to do with how they were raised as children and nothing to do with their homosexuality per se. A good deal of anxiety and trauma comes from society's treatment of gay and lesbian people. A culture like ours that is both homophobic and misogynistic is a "crazy-making one - it applies power against those who are different (such as not letting gay and lesbians marry or giving them equal rights to spousal benefits, etc). and then when those injustices are reacted against, blames the victims of the society's oppression for being "crazy" or mentally ill. That is where the abuse piece comes in - our society is abusive to gay and lesbian people- and it is what has to change and learn to be healthy - not the perfectly fine, happily normal (and who of us really is normal? Of any sexual preference?) homosexuals who are living their lives, doing their work, loving their partners, raising their children and being good citizens.
P.S. -Anonymous - "brain washing" has been used to correct a host of societally deemed "unhealthy behaviors." That the kind of therapy you name "works" is proof only of succesful therapies of coercion! Just ask surviors of the soviet gulags!
- Enemy of the Republic said...
Guess what, anonymous, there are people who have been sexually abused and are heterosexual too. Abuse is not the criteria for sexuality; instead, it becomes the reason why some people have difficulty maintaining a positive sexual sense of self. Homosexuality in itself is not negative; do you know how many gay people are healthier about their sexuality than heteros, particularly in the religious community? Personally, I get tired of all this condemnation. If you really want to do battle on this issue, why hide behind your anonymous identity?
- etain_lavena said...
Why does ppl always comment anonymous.....gosh....
Deb, I believe you are born gay it is not a defect it is what you are meant to be....I was abused when I was younger....and I still like men.....it took me a while to cope, cause I did not tell anybody, but that is besides the point.
What happens in your life is there for you to learn from. I can not believe that Shrink...why does everything need to happen out of abuse, yes trauma does do damage and yes in some cases it changes ppl lots....
Good on ya for doing your own thing....and good luck in your life journey...
Thanks for visiting my blogs:)
- Spoke said...
Hey Deb. Glad you're still kicking, I hope you're well.
You know, I still can't get my head around the whole Christian/Lesbian identity...it doesn't make sense to me no matter how much I look to the Word. I can't pretend to beleive that this lifestyle is cool with Jesus. Perhaps I'm still missing something. By the same token, I can't see how "Christians" think they can come down ( or up against) the gay community! Sure is a pickle. I'm glad it's not up to me.
As I've said before, my favorite colour is green. Nothing, no-how, no-where will change that. I think it was "born into me". But I'm not certain about the "born gay" argument/excuse.
- ~Deb said...
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- ~Deb said...
Rev. Kate: You said, "A good deal of anxiety and trauma comes from society's treatment of gay and lesbian people. A culture like ours that is both homophobic and misogynistic is a "crazy-making one - it applies power against those who are different (such as not letting gay and lesbians marry or giving them equal rights to spousal benefits, etc)."
It's so true though. They say that the gay & lesbian community has a higher suicidal rate. I say it's because of people bashing them, ridiculing them for loving another human being. Ignorant people are the cause of these people's depression and frustrations. It's sad, isn't it?
Enemy of the republic: I know quite a few heterosexual people who were abusive. They go on to say that homosexuals are the ones who sexually abuse people? Maybe some of that is true, but you can't rule out heterosexuals. It's people of all lifestyles who abuse. Let them comment anonymously—it shows how cowardly they are. I allow it, however their ignorance shows right through.
Etain_lavena: It's true, people change after a traumatic incident in their life—whether good or bad. Thank you for sharing that. Abuse comes in all different forms and different people. Anonymous' statistics are way off. Thanks for stopping by!
Spoke: You said the Christian/lesbian identity doesn't make sense. Well, I'll put it to you this way. #1, I'm a follower of the Christian faith. I have a relationship with God and follow the teachings of Jesus. He's number one in my life. #2. I love and cherish a person of the same gender, who also loves God with all her heart. So therefore, we're both Christians, and we're both lesbians. Regardless of what people may think—as far as it being an oxymoron, there are plenty of other 'labels' that seem to be just that as well. It's in the churches- it's in your neighborhood and those around you.
*Christian adulterers
*Christian liars
*Christian gossipers
*Christian coveters
*Christian gluttons
Now here's the big difference between loving someone of the same gender and the list I mentioned above. Homosexuality between two people who love one another monogamously is not a sin! It's the promiscuous nature that makes it a sin. Any hetero-homo that is promiscuous is sinful.
So then, if we are all sinners, then how do you explain what you are? I don't mean that out of disrespect, but if you have faith that God brought His only Son here on earth and sacrificed Him for our sins---you wouldn't be asking such questions.
If you had faith in that, you know that the old law doesn't apply. And, there's not one scripture in the bible that tells us that loving another human being of the same gender is wrong. Promiscuity---yes. But that goes for both heterosexuals and homosexuals.
And yes, I was born gay. What explains why I was drawn to women at a very young age? What explains why I had crushes on my girlfriends when I was younger? Or when I used to dress like a boy? I never wanted to be with a man. I did it because "I was told to". Now, I go with my heart and I'm with the woman I love. How is that wrong? And I know it's blessed by God. And yes, "Jesus is cool with it."
Thanks for commenting!
- Dave said...
I know as Iam writing this down that, to most it may sound as if I do not live in the real world. But here it goes. Why do we have to answer the questions when it comes to our lifetstyles? Why can't we all just live our lives and not be judged. Do we ever ask a heterosexual what made you straight? When we can live our life and be part of the universe without any conditions then perhaps we will be a little closer to the way we were intended to be. If we all have love in our hearts and live the love we have and we care for the next person because they are here on the journey with us, then we will have made some progress. I have friends and relatives and enemies in this world and who cares about how they choose to live as long as they have a smile in thier heart and kind word and the willingness to help and be helped.
Oh, well I just wanted to lend my 2 cents. Keep the change.
- Margie said...
I love Dave's comment!
I could not have put it any better!
Deb, you are a beautiful and very special person...
Don't pay any attetion to this anonymous character!
God bless you Deb!
- ~Deb said...
Dave: You're absolutely right! It's as if we need to have a reason to live our lifestyle and explain it to people who don't feel 'it's right'. What you said sounds like a perfect world. Will it happen? I'm not too sure about that. I like the way you think though! Thanks so much for your input, Dave.
Margie: Thank you! You're very kind.
- Enemy of the Republic said...
I too like Dave's comment. And Deb, you know I got your back on this one. The hypocrisy among the Christian community (yes, I am one and I am not gay, but what if I were?)is staggering--I do believe as I said earlier that sexuality is orientation, period. I am not sure why this is such a hot topic among Christians--if Jesus were so against it, why did he not condemn it? And we've already discussed the Paul and Leviticus writings. The God I love and worship loves us all. The end.
- Catch said...
Someof those therapists think everyone was abused....if you werent they try to make you think you were even when you know better, stay away from them...they are nuttier than we are! Not everyone in this world was molested....and God help the ones that were. I do believe it truly messes up their mind, but I dont believe it makes them gay. And the girl who chose women after a bad relationship....that relationship didnt make her gay...either she already was or it was something she chose to do for whatever reason. I know women who have had many bad relationships. They may turn against men, but they dont turn gay. I tend to agree with you Deb, its something you were born with. A lot of these young kids who profess to be gay...I think it is a rebellious thing for them..or maybe they are trying to shock someone in their family. Or maybe just experimenting.
- JR's Thumbprints said...
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- JR's Thumbprints said...
My former boss was a lesbian, but I didn't give two shits about her sexuality because she did her job and backed her employees. Furthermore, her being gay wasn't backed by some agenda. She didn't turn out that way because of what some man did to her (and I can respect that).
- Miss 1999 said...
You know, it's appauling that so many people (including therapist) assume that because someone is homosexual that they've been abused, and that's what's "caused them to be this way." It just sickens me.
Like I've stated before, I believe 99.9% of people who are homosexual were born this way. They didn't chose to be. They didn't "become" homosexual from some type of abuse or trauma in their lives-- it's just who they are-- why is it so hard for people to grasp this?
PS: Aren't you proud, I ignored the troll :0)
- magiceye said...
chk this out
probably a lesbian stuck in a man's body too..like paul/paulette?
- DaBich said...
Deb ~ who says ANYONE has to have a reason to "validate" being gay? Did someone make that a rule? pfffft....I cannot stand narrow minded people.
I met a friend from online about 5 years ago. He wanted very much to be female. I urged him to do what his heart told him. he's in the process now. Going from Brian to Amy. He/She is one of the sweetest people I ever met. His wife doesn't understand and I feel for her. He has two kids and two grandchildren. I have to give him credit for facing all that. It has to be hard!
We keep in touch, but he's way across the state of PA from me. oh, and he's an OTR trucker LOL
- Bossy♥'s YOU said...
shit, where the fuck did my commnent go?...some of a bitch..
ok, i will say it again..
its pretty sad this therapist and i use that term loosely, thinks that u should of been moeltsted as to a reason why your gay...it seems to me that maybe she is ashamed of being gay and thinks that throwing around sexual abuse is a good excuse as to why u or her or anyone might be gay..
did that make any sence?..it made sence to first time i wrote it...son of a bitch..
- ~Deb said...
Enemy of the republic: It amazes me how many "Christians" purely focus on the homosexuality issue. I never got why they harped on it so much when there are plenty of murderers and thieves out there hurting people. Does it make sense? Thanks for your input!
Catch: This therapist was a bit off her rocker and I always wondered how she got her certificate of being a therapist in the first place. Everyone's different and they have different reasons of why they do certain things or how they are. People can't just categorize everyone in one label. It's impossible. Thanks Catch!
Jr's Thumbprints: I hear all too often, "Who hurt you?" No one hurt me. And a lot of people assume that a "man" hurt me in the past. I've actually had great loving relationships with men in the past. Women hurt me more actually! Thanks for stopping by!
Miss 1999: I am SO proud of you! (ha) Too funny. But yeah, that's why I mentioned what you said in my post. It's so true – and the ones who choose to be gay have their reasons as well- I'm not going to judge them. And no, 'those people' can't grasp it, but then again, each have their own opinions and beliefs just like you and me.
Magiceye: Hmm…
Dabich: I've experienced that also. My friend "Dave" became "Deanna", and his ex-wife is straight, and still wants to have her "husband" back. It was too hard for her to cope with. "Deanna" still remains to date women, because her sexuality has nothing to do with her changing sexes. Some people ARE gay, and change sexes, but everyone's different. The hardest part is when they lose their life partner (wife or husband). But it's kind of understandable. They want to continue being married to the person they initially met. I can see their view, and I also feel sad about it too. Hard call.
Bossy: You crack me up. You're like my little angry commenter ranting about the quirks in the blogger system. Your comment totally made sense. Who knows, maybe she was embarrassed about being gay and wanted to blame it on someone. Is that where you were going with that statement? Because I can totally see that. Sad how people work sometimes. You managed to crack me up this morning with your frustrations Bossy! Love ya! xxoo
- QUASAR9 said...
Hi Deb,
does it matter which religion?
We all have different preferences
Being christian no more guarantees liking the same thing as other christians, anymore than being gay guarantees liking other women, or other gays ... or being liked by them.
There will be gays that you don't get on with
There will be women that you don't see 'eye 2 eye' with
There will be christians that you do not agree with
DNA clearly defines the colour of our skin, our eyes, our hair, our tendency to put on weight chewing on a lettuce leaf, or our inherited degenerative diseases
However, I'm not sure DNA has much to do with our 'preferences' or our behaviour.
Was a thief born a thief?
Was a rapist born a rapist?
Was a nun born a nun??? - or does she make a choice and a commitment.
- ~Deb said...
Quasar: Being a thief takes action to do. Being a rapist takes evil plotting to do. Being a nun, you need a 'calling from God', in order to do that.
Being gay is not a choice. I did not choose to be gay. How can you compare a rapist with loving someone of the same gender? I give you more credit than that! :)
Were you born a heterosexual male? Or did you make a choice to fall in love with your wife or girlfriend----or did you just fall in love with her from your heart?
- Matt-Man said...
Unbelievable...Following the therapist's logic, I am a heterosexual because I WASNT abused!! Oh how the world is full of educated morons. Good post as always Deb, Cheers!!
- kathi said...
Seems like that is always the root to all problems in therapy. I'd changed two different therapists when I was first diagnosed with depression, because they both kept insisting I'd been molested and couldn't remember it (because I do have serious memory problems). Got to the point to where I was, okay...treat me as if I had, what would THAT treatment be then? I quit them both after lot's of time and lot's of money because I felt like I couldn't give them what they wanted, lol...they made me even more depressed.
Our past helps mold our character.
- QUASAR9 said...
Hi Deb,
that's why I included the Nun.
The Nun may fall in love with a man or with a woman, but still choose to become a nun.
Calling from God?
So does god call people to be even what they are not born 'naturally' to be
PS - I love you the same
No matter who you 'love'.
Who you love or 'choose' to love is down to you
This applies the same whichever the gender of the person loving or the person loved, does it not?
- ~Deb said...
Matt: This therapist was convinced that I was abused, Matt. It was pathetic listening to her try to convince me that I was! Thanks!
Kathi: It's fascinating how therapists will pinpoint that to any root problem Kath. This one therapist had me giving HER advice! I don't get it. Is it all a business?
Quasar: Hmm, not sure where you were going with that one… I mean, I was born gay- without the Birckenstocks and a love for Harley's, but I knew I was different and drew more towards the female gender. When I say a 'calling from God', I meant that when a nun (before she's a nun) feels the intense urge to go into the convent and make that commitment, it's a call from God. But when you say, "Does God call people to be a nun even when they are not born 'naturally' to be"----a calling from God is natural. This doesn't have anything to do with sexual orientation and how someone is attracted to the same gender. So, my friend, let me ask you again, were you born a heterosexual? Or did you choose to be? And of course I love you just the same, no matter who you love as well. I'm just picking your brain because you give an interesting thought to it all. And, I will tell you, I didn't choose to love my girlfriend---believe me, ask her! I just fell in love. My life was complicated enough as it was!
Cheers! :)
- GW Mush said...
I would prefer if I was your room mate...and you were straight.... then one day we were arm wrestling... and we fell to the floor and wrestled.... then it led to hot sex and stuff....then I woke up from my dream and had to shave and shower:)
- ~Dawn said...
I believe that both our DNA and our upbringing have an impact on whether we are gay or straight. Some of the upbringing has more of an impact than others.
However, Each one of us can only speak from our own experiences and I believe that most of the gays and most of the straights will say they are happy with the sexual orientation that they have been given by God/Fate.
It is the circumstances (family/friends/religion/career) that surround us that can make it difficult and cause us question ourselves and our own sanity.
Great read, ~Deb (thanks for the linkage)
- Pittchick said...
It seems odd that a therapist would be so predisposed to something like that. Of course, I don't know anything about the profession, but I thought they were suppossed to keep an open mind.
- Take 2 said...
My cousin who is gay was sexually abused...... it is so sad that any child would ever have to endure such incredible pain. I have sat on the sidelines and listened to him and another cousin argue on why he is "gay". He tried denying to her that he had been abused but she said "That is bull _ _ __!" Anyways very interesting conversation to watch unfold and listen in on. For a change I kept my mouth shut!!! :-)
For me..... I don't get it all either. Nor do I really need to I guess. I don't walk in your shoes or anyone elses only mine. So again I say God keeps the books.
It saddens me that you guys in the gay lifestyle take so much of your wonderful energy defending your position....... I wish you could just rest, relax and be able to sit and hear what God says to you. Never in this lifetime will we be able to get all of man's (female/male) approval and I pray that you can find peace....
You know my heart.... you read my blogs. You know I respect you and love you as a person.
All of us, male/female, heterosexual/homosexual give an account to God and no man. I will leave it at that.
Love ya girl and I am praying for ya. (and your readers too) :-)
Dana :-)
- Nancy said...
I should stop reading your comment section. I need an antacid every time I do. I am glad to see, for the most part, that people are kind. The others give me heartburn.
We will never all agree or fully understand anything on this earth. Even ourselves. We're kidding ourselves if we think we have a fraction of the answers at this point.
I'd like to think that at the end of my life when I go home, I'll take one more look back at life on this planet, slap my forehead with my palm, and yell, "D'oh! Now I get it!"
- ~Deb said...
GW Mush: If you were my roommate, I would be making you shovel the driveway, making you my handyman and of course, turning you into a full fledged alcoholic because I hate to drink alone. Hot sex? Hmm, I'm bad in the sack, you could do so much better GW!
Dawn: Exactly---I agree with you. We speak from our own experiences only. But it just disturbs me whenever someone 'assumes' your past. And linking your site only educates people as well as myself!
Pittchick: I have to say I know a whole lot about the profession (sitting on the couch across from the professional for years!) But it just amazes me sometimes how closed-minded some of them are. They go by the teachings of therapy and not the problems of the individual themselves. That's just my opinion though.
Take 2: I'm s sorry that your cousin was abused. I would have definitely been quiet listening to that conversation. It's sad, and confusing, because I know someone close to me that was abused by a relative. His uncle did this when he was younger. He's gay, but see, if his uncle did the abusing, wouldn't he be afraid of 'men' and turn to women? So I don't know how that works in regards to 'which way someone goes'-----or does it matter at all? Is it all about the genes regardless of abuse or not? And yeah, I find myself defending my lifestyle to therapists, people that comment on here, as well as people in general. I just want to give 'my side' of the story of why I'm gay, and how I knew at a very young age that I was gay- without any sexual or physical abuse. I actually defend myself- or for a lack of better words, ask questions to see why I am the way I am "if" it's not in fact, a gene that makes me gay. I read your blogs all the time. They give me encouragement and hope. God really works through you and it's evident through your writings. You've taught me a lot and God has spoken through your words---straight to me and I'm sure to many other people who read you. Thank you for praying for me, I know I need it! My prayers and thoughts are with you also! Thanks again for stopping by!
Nancy: Zantac at the door of my blog. No no no---not Xanax! (Although it might be a good idea, huh?) I don't think anyone will ever 'get it'. I still don't. I know myself, but I can't speak for others. I don't know how people can just assume why people are the way they are. I can just say how I feel and how I grew up. It's like politics and religion, no one will ever fully agree upon a certain topic or side. It'll always be up in the air...
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Thanks for adding me to your links, Deb...I will do the same my friend!
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Sexual preference is just that, a preference. We have sex with who we feel comfortable with. Be they man or woman. I had two close male friends, who were living as a couple. We had many discussions about gay and lesbian relationships. The funny thing was, Rich had been married, and had two kids. To me that indicates a degree of confusion as to sexual preference. Also, he flirted with me, which I also found confusing. Steven his partner, had only gone to the prom one time with a girl, just to please his Dad, he knew from the time he was small he preferred boys to girls. for the most part his young life was pretty miserable. He even had to change his name, because his Dad refused to let him use the family name in a gay relationship. Steven and I were good friends, we shopped, we knitted, we had long talks about girl things. I saw more than just a sexual preference going on in Steven, he preferred the same things that woman preferred. Rick and Steven's relationship only lasted 10 years, and then they both began cheating on the other. I asked Rick why, and he said, for the same reasons everyone cheats, you grow tired of the same old thing, plus you don't have the marriage and children to help hold you together. (although I have been married three times so I can attest to the fact that doesn't work either).
But Rick summed it up this way, some people are just more sexual than others, and don't really care who they have sex with. To me that was a bi sexual statement. Because I know for a fact that Steven didn't feel that way. I came to the conclusion sexual relationships are not easy for anyone.
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Just found your blog, and I think everything I would have said has been said. Me I just love people for who they are not what they are.
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Doddridge County rushed 53 times for 189 yards and put together a pair of lengthy scoring drives over the middle quarters Friday night en route to a 15-6 victory over host Eastern in a Week 8 non-conference football contest at East Shade River Stadium in Meigs County.
The visiting Bulldogs (6-2) outgained the Eagles by a 235-168 overall margin in total yardage, thanks in large part to a ground game that continually ate up yardage from the opening kickoff. As a result, DCHS executed 18 more offensive plays in the triumph — despite throwing nine fewer passes.
EHS (2-6) — which dropped its fourth straight decision — joined Doddridge County in completing five passes in the contest, but the hosts gained only one more yard (47-46) for all of their extra aerial efforts. The Eagles finished the night with 121 rushing yards on 26 attempts and also committed the only turnover of the game on an interception just before halftime.
Eastern kept 1,000-yard rusher Wyatt Ford in check for the most part, but the junior running back still managed to produce 153 yards on the ground with 34 carries — despite having only two runs for 10 yards or more. Ford's only touchdown, however, proved to be the proverbial nail in the Eastern coffin.
Leading 8-0 and starting their opening drive of the second half, Doddridge County capped a 12-play, 44-yard drive in style at the 5:25 mark when Ford plunged in from two yards out — allowing the guests to take a 14-0 advantage. A successful Isaac Britton PAT kick followed, giving DCHS a 15-0 lead.
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DCHS followed with a 10-play drive that ate up more than five minutes before stalling due to a loss of downs, and Eastern took over possession at its own 35 with 32.2 seconds left. EHS managed to get the ball to the Bulldogs' 46 before time ultimately expired.
Both teams traded possessions that ended in a loss of down to start the game, but the Bulldogs broke through on their second possession after putting together a 15-play, 70-yard scoring drive between the quarters. Brandon Stewart marched in from 11 yards out at the 8:01 mark for a 6-0 edge, then Jarrod Sandy tacked on a 2-point run for the early 8-0 cushion.
Stewart also came away with the only takeaway after picking off a Dylan Bresciani pass with 31 seconds left in the first half, preserving an 8-0 lead at the break.
Doddridge County managed an 8-6 lead in first downs and a slim 112-92 edge in total yards during the first half, which included a 90-51 cushion in the rushing department. Eastern did hold a 41-22 lead in passing yards at the intermission.
The Bulldogs finished the night with a 17-9 advantage in first downs and were flagged only three times for 15 yards. EHS, conversely, was penalized twice for 20 yards.
Scowden led the Eastern rushing attack with 63 yards on 11 carries, followed by Bresciani with 15 yards on six totes and Zach Browning with 14 yards on four tries. Chase Cook chipped in 17 yards on three attempts and Tyler Barber rounded things out on the ground with 12 yards on two carries.
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The V-chip works much like closed captioning as it uses the vertical blanking interval in the television signal to send and receive a special code in the programming which indicates the show's score according to a simple numerical rating system for violence, sex, and language. The programs' signals are encoded according to their rating, on line 21 of the broadcast signal's vertical blanking interval using the XDS protocol, and this is detected by the television set's V-chip. If the program's rating is outside the level configured as acceptable on that particular television, the program is blocked.
The V-chip has a 4 digit numerical password in order to keep older children from changing its settings. However, it can be overridden by anyone who read the television's manual to find out how to reset the password to 0000 (built into the V-chip in case the parents themselves forget the password that they set).
The phrase "V-chip" was purportedly coined by Representative Edward J. Markey, of Massachusetts. According to him, the "V" stands for "violence". However, in an interview with Tim Collings, one of the people who claim to have invented the device, he says that it was intended to stand for "viewer control.
According to a 2003 study, parents' low level of V-chip use is explained in part by their unawareness of the device and the "multi-step and often confusing process" necessary to use it. Only 27% of all parents in the study group could figure out how to program the V-chip, and many parents "who might otherwise have used the V-Chip [sic] were frustrated by an inability to get it to work properly."
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A March 2007 Zogby poll indicated, among other things, that 88% of respondents did not use a V-chip or cable box parental controls in the previous week, leading the Parents Television Council to call the television industry's V-chip education campaign "a failure."
The networks feared that a single profanity would block an entire program. They also feared that they would lose advertising revenue because advertisers would not pay for time slots during programs that might be blocked.
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In doubles action, Miami captured two of the three matches and secured the doubles point. Playing at No. 2, senior Nimisha Mohan and freshman Andreea Badileanu won, 8-3 while senior Christiana Raymond and junior Ramona Costea won, 8-6 while competing at No. 3.
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Herbert Friesen passed away on Friday June 14, 2013 at North Mississippi Medical Center-Tupelo at the age of 84.
He was born September 2, 1928 in Kansas to the late Helen Fleming and Bernard K. Friesen. He was a member of the West Point Mennonite Church. He farmed for most of his life and after retiring he started a lawn service business that he and his wife, Nora ran for many years. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at the West Point Mennonite Church. Minister Mark Koehn Minister Errol Wedel, and Minister Brad Wedel will officiate. Visitation will be Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the West Point Mennonite Church. Mr. Friesen's Grandsons will serve as pallbearers.,
He is survived by his wife Nora Friesen of Aberdeen, three daughters, Marilda O'Bryant (Mark) of West Point, Marilyn Nichols (Clyde), Hiawatha, Ks. And Ronda Wedel (Ryan), Hesperia, Ca., one son, Randy Friesen (Hope), Brooksville, three sisters, Bernettie Loewen (Abe), Geiger, Al, Clara Koehn, Livingston, Ca, and Mabel Cryan, Reno, Nev. and eight grandchildren, Tyson Nichols, Ryan Nichols, Patric Nichols, Dallas O'Bryant, Dakota O'Bryant, Denis Friesen, Stacy Nichols and Alayna Friesen.
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Scientists, farmers, and food manufacturers have found ways to change the nutrient composition of eggs. Are these new-fangled eggs better for you than regular eggs?
A quick glance at the egg section of most large supermarkets gives consumers several choices. In addition to the standard white and brown eggs, you can buy eggs that are cage-free or
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Consumers are buying eggs in record numbers—a far cry from egg consumption during the 1980s when consumers were taught to avoid eggs and, in particular, egg yolks. There are three reasons for this recent surge in popularity. The first is current research indicating that moderate egg consumption can be part of a healthful, low-fat eating plan. The second reason is that we are eating more processed foods that require eggs. And third is the popularity of both high-protein and vegetarian-based diets.
The standard egg is an economical source of nutrition. Eggs contain many essential vitamins and minerals needed by humans, including
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E, and B complex—all this for only 70 calories! Egg protein is of such high quality that it is the standard reference for comparing the protein content of other foods. Current nutrient analyses suggest that the
content of an average egg is about 185 mg, rather than the previously estimated 274 mg.
All of this cholesterol is contained in the yolk part of the egg. The American Heart Association (AHA) continues to recommend that people limit their cholesterol intake to 300 mg per day
Nature delivers eggs in two colors—white and brown. Contrary to popular thinking, brown eggs are neither organic nor different in nutrition from white eggs. The breed of the hen determines the shell color. Breeds with white feathers and ear lobes lay white eggs. Hens with red feathers and ear lobes lay brown eggs.
Hens are typically caged in modern facilities with controlled temperatures, humidity, light, and air circulation. American birds are fed hormone-free, high-quality feed with automatic feeders. Fresh water is provided through self-cleaning cups and valves.
Because some consumers are opposed to this type of confinement, options such as cage-free and range-free eggs are available. These types of eggs have the same nutrient composition as the standard egg.
During the past several years, scientists and egg producers have joined together to produce specialty or so-called designer eggs. According to the Egg Nutrition Center, an industry research group, these specialty eggs account for a growing percentage of market sales.
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As a bonus, these eggs also have higher amounts of vitamin E.
Some scientists and nutritionists see these designer eggs as a realistic way to help Americans eat more omega-3 fatty acids, which may reduce the risk of heart disease.
Egg substitutes are another type of specialty egg. These liquid egg products are cholesterol-free, because they're made from only egg whites. The yolk is typically replaced with other ingredients, such as vegetable oil, emulsifiers, stabilizers, gums, and artificial colors, and then the product is fortified with vitamins and minerals. Egg substitutes have the added advantage of being pasteurized. This means you can use them safely in recipes that traditionally call for raw eggs, such as mayonnaise, salad dressings, eggnog, and pastry filling, without being concerned about
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Egg industry fact sheets. American Egg Board website. Available at:
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Egg nutrition facts. American Egg Board website. Available at: http://www.aeb.org/retailers/egg-nutrition-facts. Accessed October 8, 2013.
Eggs are now naturally lower in cholesterol. American Egg Board website. Available at: http://www.aebassets.org/news/pr/feb-2011-cracking-cholesterol/. Published February 8, 2011. Accessed October 8, 2013.
Health-saving ingredient substitutions. Fremont Area Medical Center website. Available at: http://www.famc.org/body.cfm?id=555696. Accessed October 8, 2013.
How do I follow a healthy diet? American Heart Association website. Available at: http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/GettingHealthy/How-Do-I-Follow-a-Healthy-Diet_UCM_308999_Article.jsp. Updated February 8, 2013. . Accessed October 8, 2013.
Hu FB, Stampfer MJ, Rimm EB, et al. A prospective study of egg consumption and risk of cardiovascular disease in men and women.
Omega-3 extra large eggs. Organic Valley website. Available at: http://www.organicvalley.coop/?id=147. Accessed October 8, 2013.
United States Department of Agriculture and United States Department of Health and Human Services. Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2010. 7th Edition, Washington, DC: United States Government Printing Office, December 2010.
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I have tried updating my phone using Nokia suite on the PC (both latest release and beta labs versions) and using the Mac updater and there are no updates available. Can you please advise where the update is and when it will be available for me to download?
03-05-2012 13:30
hi everyone,
unfortunately, for Tesco variant we are still sorting some un-clarities around it so I'm sorry about the delay, and will let you know asap once it's finally available.
@zinzan, for 059F823, I have checked with our local team and the process for you to get update Nokia Belle has been started.
@WOTH, for 059H316, I'm checking on this!
03-05-2012 14:46
Thanks for the further update on Tescos.
I think most of us know where the fault lies with the update process: TESCOS !!
We look forward to further news.
04-05-2012 12:51
I have a N8 which has a SWAP product code. The Nokia Care Centre said that they will be charging for the Belle update because the warranty has expired.
I do not understand why they are charging because Belle update is supposed to be free and the reason why my phone has the SWAP product code was due to a repair done by their Nokia Care Centre!
04-05-2012 17:58
looks like nokia are talking sh*t, still no update for tesco customers, if you talk to nokia they say it's tesco, talk to tesco and they say it's nokia,
customer service with nokia and tesco has gone down hill over the last year.
i'm glad my contract is up for renewal as i have just pre-ordered a galaxy 3 on a different network,
so i'm not worried about getting the update.
as they old dragons say on that note i'm out .
04-05-2012 20:17
05-05-2012 11:35
Thanks Kerttu!
05-05-2012 12:21
Hello. I see that there are quite a lot of product codes to which the Nokia Belle update is not available for download.
Up to now, I haven't been able to update to Symbian Belle because of my phone's product code which is 059B663. I'm from the Philippines, by the way.
I hope you could keep us posted for further updates. Thank you, kerttu.
05-05-2012 12:29
05-05-2012 12:38
Just to clarify, I saw that my phone's product code (059B663) is a SWAP variant. Up to now, it is not available as an update yet according to the availability page.
The nearest Nokia Care branch here in my place is quite far so updating via the Nokia Suite would be more comfortable and easier for me.
Could you give any updates regarding the status of this product code? I've been itching for three months already to get Nokia Belle on my phone.
Thank you.
06-05-2012 7:45
06-05-2012 10:57
07-05-2012 0:29 - edited 07-05-2012 0:32
Any idea when Belle FP1 is available for 059L5H2, SIM free Nokia 701? Nokia suite says "no updates available", still shows 111.030.0609.
I've seen it on another 701 (059H214) and works great!
Best regards,
08-05-2012 12:50
Please can you sort out the ridiculous delay in the Tesco Belle update.
This has been discussed at length, promised, then retracted. What is going on?
08-05-2012 21:47
Hi, I have a Nokia C7 which product code is 059B8B0 & i have not get belle update for my device. can anyone let me know that when it'll be available?
09-05-2012 19:56
The firmware update for the unfortunate owners of Tesco supplied devices has once again crumbled into a fiasco.
It irks me greatly that I am still subject to the whim of Tesco when my phone is out of contract with them and currently in use with an entirely different provider, having been unlocked BY TESCO THEMSELVES over a year ago so that I could leave their network.
Unlocked phones aren't morally tied to a network, they have been relinquished by the original provider. I don't understand why Nokia cannot implement a system whereby unlocked phones can easily be upgraded to a vanilla firmware version. There must be a way of determining whether a device is network locked through the software updater and it should be made possible to upgrade these orphaned phones where the original supplier couldn't care less.
It should also be a Nokia policy that if a network does not 'approve' a firmware update within a reasonable period of say, two weeks, the firmware should be made available to users by default. Nokia device users should not be penalized by networks who don't care, like Tesco.
10-05-2012 8:39
you would have thought that nokia would roll out the belle update to every phone regardless of network,
i was lucky in that my contract was up for renewal so i have binned tesco and nokia !
i can't belive that nokia are letting tesco call the shots on the update , just proves how weak nokia have become.!!!!!!!!!!!!
10-05-2012 10:17
Would Nokia do us the courtesy of a response about the Tesco update please, as this is totally unacceptable?
11-05-2012 16:59 - edited 11-05-2012 17:00
So that'll be a big fat "No" then?


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TOM ARNOLD says that ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER needs it FIVE TIMES A DAY . . . and he has "female companions" who come to his house to take care of his needs. His home is also frequently populated by MUSCLE MEN who work out in their underwear on his front lawn.
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KRIS HUMPHRIES finally unloaded the engagement ring he gave to KIM KARDASHIAN. It was auctioned off at Christie's in New York for $749,000. Kris will pocket $620,000. The rest is the auction house's cut. The ring was reportedly worth $2 million when Kris bought it.
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SHIA LABEOUF was reportedly punched in the face and kicked in the groin because he was filming two women puking on a sidewalk in London. They asked him to stop, but he refused . . . so a random stranger who happened by attacked him.
A 2-year-old son that Minnesota Vikings star ADRIAN PETERSON didn't even know he had until recently was beaten to death by his mother's boyfriend. The attack occurred Wednesday, and the boy died Friday. Peterson played Sunday in the Vikings' loss to the Carolina Panthers.
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MICHAEL DOUGLAS LIED about having throat cancer. He actually had TONGUE cancer. So why did he lie? Because he was about to do press for the "Wall Street" sequel, and tongue cancer is a lot more serious. He says, quote, "The surgeon said, 'Let's just say it's throat cancer.'" The doctor also told Michael that if they had to do surgery for tongue cancer, he could potentially lose part of his jaw and tongue.
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A smut company called GameLink has offered MILEY CYRUS $1 million to DIRECT an X-rated movie. That's right, DIRECT. She doesn't have to have sex, take her clothes off or even appear onscreen. And they'll give her full creative control.
We keep hearing that KRIS and BRUCE JENNER are still, like, SUPER HAPPY AWESOME FRIENDS, and still TOTALLY LOVE EACH OTHER AND STUFF. But listen to what Kris told some magazine called "New You" . . . quote, "The one regret, if I had to do it over, would be divorcing Robert Kardashian. But then there wouldn't have been Kendall and Kylie, so that's the way I look at it." She added, quote, "Everything happens for a reason, and we learn from our mistakes. I thought I was so smart when I was young; I was fearless."
A new book coming out claims that SHERYL CROW personally witnessed then-boyfriend LANCE ARMSTRONG doping back in 2004, in the form of an illegal blood transfusion. The book says, quote, "Rather than try to hide the transfusion from her, Armstrong was completely open about it. He trusted that Crow would have no desire to tell the press or anyone else about the team's doping program. He explained that it was simply part of the sport . . . that all cyclists were doing the same thing." Sheryl and Lance broke up in 2006 . . . but in 2011, Sheryl was contacted by grand jury investigators who were considering a federal indictment against him. Under a deal that protected HER from prosecution, Sheryl told the investigators what she saw. But a few weeks later, the grand jury dropped the case.
Before AMANDA BYNES got locked up, she commissioned a $10,000 grill from celebrity jeweler Ben Baller. Unfortunately, he's been unable to get it to her, so now it's just collecting dust. He posted a picture of it on Instagram and asked his followers what he should do with it.
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Sources say KRIS JENNER left BRUCE so she could start COUGARING. One source says, quote, "The separation was Kris' idea. She's tired of being held down. She wants to date, and she wants to date younger men." She's already been linked to "Bachelor" BEN FLAJNIK and BRITNEY SPEARS' ex, JASON TRAWICK.
KHLOE KARDASHIAN and LAMAR ODOM were spotted together Tuesday, in an SUV headed for KRIS JENNER'S house. This was after Kris and her husband BRUCE announced their separation. Meanwhile . . . TMZ says Lamar is flying to New York for meetings with several NBA teams. And he's bringing proof that he's CLEAN.


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Morne Steyn was deadly with the boot as he kicked 20 points to lead the Bulls to victory over the Waratahs at Loftus.
Steyn rounded off the match with a try as well, scoring 25 points in the process, countering the three tries scored by the Waratahs, to win 32 – 19.
It was a build up of penalties in the first half as Steyn kicked four to have the Bulls leading 12 – 5 at half time, Israel Folau scoring a superb try for the Waratahs. The Waratahs continued the try scoring, going over the white wash twice more, prop Paddy Ryan scoring early in the second half, and Bernard Foley scoring to take the lead at one point in the match.
This got the Bulls out of first gear and the momentum shifted back in the home side's favour. First, Francois Hougaard scored while Steyn continued with two further penalties, before Steyn rounded off the match with a well worked try.
The three tries from the Waratahs goes a long way to show how they played the match, taking their opportunities with both hands and never quite being out of the game. The score line is somewhat flattering for the Bulls, who had to really step up in the last quarter of the game to take the four points.
As expected, the Bulls' lineouts were outstanding and in the scrums they held their own, but were penalised by a referee who had no idea. Morne Steyn showed why he is the Springbok flyhalf, keeping the scoreboard ticking throughout the match, and surprising the opposition with a few runs of his own.
The Waratahs were their own worst enemy, conceding silly penalties at key times, and not getting on top of the Bulls when they had the chance to do that.
The Bulls next host the Hurricanes while the Waratahs complete their South African tour against the Kings in Port Elizabeth.
Bulls: 30 (12)
Tries: Francois Hougaard, Morne Steyn
Conversions: Morne Steyn (1)
Penalties: Morne Steyn (6)
Waratahs: 19 (5)
Tries: Israel Folau, Paddy Ryan, Bernard Foley
Conversions: Brendan McKibbin (2)
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If ya look in my pics... pretty sure theres pics of a very simular repair on a pc 400.. ****. Since there is a komatsu dealer very close to me i do lots of work on them. They keep me pretty busyOriginally Posted by admweld:307270
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05-05-2013, 06:45 PM #12Originally Posted by aametalmaster:307268
Trailblazer 250g
22a feeder
Lincoln ac/dc 225
Victor O/A
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Whitney 30 ton hydraulic punch
Lown 1/8x 36" power roller
Arco roto-phase model M
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Hayfarmer, The reason I used the backer was the day before I got there the rep had stopped by for something else & happened to discuss this with the mechanic. He described the way they fix it in their shop which uses the backer so that's what I did. I most likely wouldn't have backed it if it wasn't mentioned. The side plate was about 5/8" thick & the "ear" on the casting was about 1"? thick. The outsides were flush but the insides weren't. The 1/4" backer I used layed on the inside of the side plate & butted up against the casting "ear". The backer was hot rolled steel. I don't know for sure but I think the side plates are hot rolled steel also.
As far as stress risers, I'm no engineer so I couldn't begin to figure out if this will be one or not.
As far as ag vs. excavating equipment, I don't find them much different. At least with the newer ag stuff anyway.
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I have really no experience in heavy equipment so its a black box to me. I would have thought the arms on machines like that would be made from some high strength alloy.
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I would also suggest the resident "expert" concerning welding/repairs in that state, keep his mouth shut, otherwise some of the guys in neighboring states will realize how easy the competition is in Delaware. Heck, even I'm wondering. I came from Mass. originally, I'd have no problem going back. And "wire" isn't necessarily .035 hardwire, it's also the various dualshield wires and innershield wires, I can easily double or triple stick deposition rates, both flat or out of position.
My apologies to MMW, you posted a valid problem, and a correct solution to the problem. I admit, like you, I probably wouldn't have slugged the back of the weld, without specific advice to do so. With hindsight, I realize now this is probably the best way to approach this repair. Thanks for posting up, that's what this message board is for.Obviously, I'm just a hack-artist, you shouldn't be listening to anything I say .....
Hmmmn..... obviously there is a manufacturers problem here.. i really didnt think much about it, nor did i think i would get a bunch of **** about it. Komatsu is having problems with their robotic welds cracking on the main boom is several places.. Not on their newer models but older. Every one i have repaired has been far out of warranty. Theres lots of quite large excavators in good ole delaware.. mostly due to all the sand and gravel pits. I also do a little for komatsu dealer in baltimore. Since i have done them before they usually call me, and volvo, and cat, and kubota.. they do too. Soon i will have the case dealer too... hopefully. I used to do all their work when i worked for welding by jackson. Now when i worked for jacksons.. **** i couldnt even tell ya how many boom repairs i made for komatsu. Its kinda become a specialty.


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We already knew that Greyhounds at racetracks suffer immensely. But today, Greyhound advocate group GREY2K USA released a report that shows just how bad things are for dogs forced to race in Texas.
The report, produced with funding from the ASPCA, showed that at Texas racetracks:
• Greyhounds are forced to live in confined, stacked cages, with large Greyhounds being unable to stand fully erect in their cages.
• In 2012, six Greyhounds died at Gulf Greyhound Park from a form of canine influenza, often a recurring epidemic in cramped living situations.
• In 2011, a Texas Greyhound trainer failed to obtain veterinary care for an injured Greyhound until two days after the injury occurred.
• Greyhounds are fed 4-D meat from diseased animals to reduce costs.
The report also showed that1,507 greyhound injuries were reported at Texas racetracks from January 2008 through December 2011. Fifty-six of these injuries were fatal or required euthanasia, with the most commonly reported injury being broken legs. Other serious injuries reported included torn muscles, puncture wounds, a fractured skull and paralysis.
Frankly, we don't see why the Texas dog racing industry doesn't just throw in the towel—Lone Star State residents are way over dog racing. The report shows that gambling on dog racing and dog race attendance are way, way down.
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Stop in this part of the States to ill-treat greyhounds...you are sick bastards... like spanish who torture Calgos.
After using them for racing, you make abuse on them.
Shame on you.
This needs to be stopped immediately!! Who can we address with this situation? Is the humane society in Texas not dealing with this?
I agree that Greyhound racing in Texas is appalling. But I also know that the ladies who work at Gulf Greyhound Racings' Adoption Group love these dogs with all their hearts, but are restricted by the track management as to what they can do. These ladies work hard at getting every dog a good owner. I know, since the track opened, I have adopted 10 dogs from them.
Remember, there are good and bad in all people.
I just moved to Texas. I am appalled at the frank lack of concern and respect the people in this state give to animals in general. The fact that these poor Greyhounds has come to the attention of a group that will fight for them is a blessing. However, the laws and the lawmakers in this state need to get with the program and make it a very harsh punishment for these animal abusers. What makes their pain less then that of the humans that hurt and neglect them?
Maybe it would be a lot of fun to slap a collar on the human animals that think dog racing should be a sport, and see how fast they can run around a track. I might pay to watch that. Seriously, how do these people sleep at night!!!
How greedy can people be? To continue to abuse these magnificent dogs is just beyond reason. This "sport" needs to stop now! Stop making these poor dogs suffer for profit. It breaks my heart to hear of these awful abuses in the animal world.
If the animals can't be feed properly and given proper sleeping; the track should be closed. I don't think animals should be abused for money. Very I humane. Thx.
Give it up Texas. Greyhounds are animals not cash cows.
I did not know we had dog racing in Texss/ Shame on us its time to stop It is very wrong to make blood money off of animals back. If you are to lazy to work then go sit on a corner and beg do not wast a dogs life for yourself because your not worth it Dog racing and dog frighter prompt crime


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South Africa were soundly beaten by New Zealand in the Cup semi-finals of the Las Vegas Sevens and then downed by Fiji in the third-place play-off.
The Blitzboks lost the latter game 21-15, but still managed to earn sufficient log points to move up to third on the overall IRB Sevens Series log. The Las Vegas tournament was eventually won by Samoa, who beat New Zealand 26-19 in the final. The Kiwis currently lead the series with 92 points, followed by Fiji (87) and then South Africa (76).
Earlier in the day, a physically superior New Zealand side beat South Africa 20-7 in the semi-finals.
Paul Treu's charges struggled to match the New Zealanders for physicality at the tackle, and this resulted in many a breakdown turnover. On defence, the Blitzboks were also guilty of missing first-time tackles as the larger New Zealanders used their bulk and strength to break the line.
Tries for Bryce Heem, Tomasi Cama and Mark Jackman allowed New Zealand to go to the break with a commanding 15-0 lead. South Africa's Boom Prinsloo also received a yellow card for a professional foul right on half-time, a sanction that served as a death knell to South Africa's chances.
With two minutes to play, New Zealand captain DJ Forbes scored in the right-hand corner to secure his side's place in the final. South Africa finished the game with a try by Branco du Preez.
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