Grover

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Waterworld just wasn't very good.

I'm sure you can think of at least one good moment. I can.

Actually I liked that movie, great concept.

I have a question.

Considering that the goal of meditation is to reach a state of inifinite nothingness where does the art of dreaming with lucidity fit in?

As cool as it may be, I dont think it does - at least not in Theravada Buddhism.

BTW, the goal of Buddhist meditation is Nirvarna, which may or may not be the ambiguous sounding "infinite nothingness" you speak of.

I asked you a question. (Like if you are talking to your kid or wife and they didnt answer you)

poot dooai ! tum mai mai poot dooai !? (said in an exasperated tone).

I will leave in 30 minutes?

Ekk sarm sip nartee pom gor pai

what is the best way to approach them about learning about Jesus and God?

The quickest way would be conversion...

by the sword

I believe in reincarnation, and think that each of life's journies is to master a good trait or overcome a bad one from before, while doing good things for others.

Sounds good

What was that Sweidsh philosophy book called about the young girl who got mystery letters in the mailbox, like "who are you?" Sophie's World?

Yes, Sophies world.

20000, thats a hel_l of a lot. and from what ive seen, mostly quality too.

try getting a "riap roi" Thai lady to say "peanuts" as in "I like to eat peanuts"

always brings a smile to my face

Spoken its "falang" (spoken quickly with second syllable dropping slightly in tone), written it is "farang"... IMO.

So, excuse my skepticism when people with far more odds against them even than us try to convince that all is hanky panky and there are no problems whatsoever

I think you meant "hunky-dory", rather than "hanky panky" . (Although you've probably got "hanky panky" on your mind )

Ups.

Not anymore though - the wife is back from voting.

did she say no ?

I agree that you have the right (in most western countries at least) "to treat god as a joke" but I don't think you have the right to abuse the religious views of others who have made a decision that for them God exists in whatever format.

Disagreeing with someones belief is hardly what you'd call "abuse". Distressing maybe, but abuse???

I'd agree that there is a time and place for discussions about "God" but this is not one of them.

To add to one of your points, "IMO" is a very underused acronym in these types of discussions (by all sides).

peace.

I almost forgot, one of the funniest series I saw was "Scare Tactics" where they set people up and caught them on camera having the <deleted> scared out of them.

I remember one show where a real gorilla at a zoo was replaced by an actor in a realisitc gorilla suit who started going ape in his large enclosure, eventually breaking down the gate and chasing and cornering helpless victims before revealing his true identity.

Many posted which I agree with but really enjoyed Kath & Kim, ABC (Australia).

i dunno, Kath & Kim never did it for me, although I liked their work in the "comedy company" & "fast forward" all those years back.

The Glasshouse on ABC was probably the best Australian comedy ive seen.

1. sienfeld

mr bean. (and, thais seem to enjoy mr bean).

black adder.

the goodies.

I casted my vote too good to see there are a few other thais on the dorum

oh, a dorum.

single non-white female thai on expat forum whatever that may mean.......

it means you like chocolate,

white milk or dark...... fav being

yes, and then he lectures Thais on the importance of learning the English language

? you reckon we will actually see photos of this guy in handcuffs and behind bars ? hope so but havent got my hopes up

- must pass the english language interview test before admission into the country.

With all due respect CB, I reserve my right to treat god as a joke. Religious wars not included.

hmm this scooby doo comic series sounds useful. I read a few thai tintin books, they are ok too. Language is exaggerated though.

ridiculous ! haha.

reminds me of the proof of god argument "from emotional blackmail" :

God loves you. How could you be so heartless as not to believe in him? Therefore God exists.

If you want to be able to disagree with it properly, familiarise yourself with this article:

http://journals.cambridge.org/action/displ...e&aid=95005

But we have to pay 10 pounds to access and read it.

Nice one garro. The little fella looks good, all snug and comfy !

Maybe the first subliminal message is 'Positive ebay feedback.. you will leave positive feedback'

nice one

Anyway, what beliefs do Buddhists draw on when the sh!t hits the fan? And I mean everything, I'd be interested in what some rituals that I see (which appear to be superstitious rather than anything Buddhist) have to do with Buddhism, if anything. As well as Buddhist teachings that some draw strength from.

Some time ago in a chanting thread, and off the top of my head, sabaijai was saying he was in a train when it derailed or shook violently, life threateningly, throwing people around etc. Apparently some devoted Thai Buddhists went on the floor and started chanting, and praying (for the buddha to save them?) !!