What was your favorite television show when you were young?

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 20, 2018:

BONANZA and In the heath of the Night. I watched Bonanza in Spanish (black and white / color) and then in English in USA

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 20, 2018:

@JustLuAnn Rota?

Do you think abused people should expose their abusers on social media?

aikipt comments on Jan 9, 2018:

Everything wrong is all "his" fault? hmmmmmmmmmmmm

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 19, 2018:

@aikipt You have a very valid point....a very real one.

Do you think abused people should expose their abusers on social media?

Triphid comments on Jan 19, 2018:

And do NOT fool yourselves Women can and often are Abusers of men as well. I know this for a very personal FACT.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 19, 2018:

INDEED.

Judging by the small amount of people in the vacant lot where Pope Francis said good bye to the ...

TheMiddleWay comments on Jan 19, 2018:

#fakenews Of course, the fact that Iquique has a population of less than 200k and that he performed mass on a weekday and that he upset a lot of chilean catholics in the previous 2 days visit had NOTHING to do with those numbers. Atheism has NOTHING to do with this picture and I would thank ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 19, 2018:

@TheMiddleWay The meaning was "Because the CC is not ptosecuting pedophiles Atheism is gaining adepts...." I guess I worded it wrong.

Judging by the small amount of people in the vacant lot where Pope Francis said good bye to the ...

TheMiddleWay comments on Jan 19, 2018:

#fakenews Of course, the fact that Iquique has a population of less than 200k and that he performed mass on a weekday and that he upset a lot of chilean catholics in the previous 2 days visit had NOTHING to do with those numbers. Atheism has NOTHING to do with this picture and I would thank ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 19, 2018:

Did I say Atheism had anythiing to do with the numbers? No. The low show was the result of Bergoglio protecting pedophile priests like Grassi, Kamira, Cardinal Law and few others.

Just moved back to the crotch of the Bible Belt and can't seem to find like minded folks.

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 18, 2018:

Where do you live? I have a list with the A/A org. in each state.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 19, 2018:

@Phoenixrouge Unfortunately, I see only one org. in Louisiana; I am sure i9ts members are aware of other groups. Contact them and they will tell you. New Orleans Secular Humanists Association

South America is getting a new dose of brainwashing.

ErikGunderson comments on Jan 18, 2018:

As Popes have gone, this one's really better than most. Perhaps it's more in tone than substance, but tone matters. Francis apologizes for misdeeds done within the RCC and by its clerics; he refuses to judge or condemn LGBTQ people he actually engages personally in dispensing charity; he urges ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 18, 2018:

Francis being a huge step up from other Popes is irrelevant...his brainwashing is the problem. Why do you think he is visiting Latin America? Because the region holds the two countries with more Catholics....Brazil and Mexico. He is a politician and a pedophile protector.

Selfies. How do you feel? I don't like them. They are dark. I'm more photogenic than my selfie.

mt49er comments on Jan 18, 2018:

Selfies are great if your a superficial twit.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 18, 2018:

Or if you look horrible in most pics.

Judging by the small amount of people in the vacant lot where Pope Francis said good bye to the ...

sassygirl3869 comments on Jan 18, 2018:

Empty parking lots are a good thing.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 18, 2018:

Even the amount of people who went to welcome him in Chile was a lot smaller that in other opportunities

Judging by the small amount of people in the vacant lot where Pope Francis said good bye to the ...

ErichZannIII comments on Jan 18, 2018:

Catholicism is still the largest Christian denomination at approximately 1.2 billion members.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 18, 2018:

Which doesn't mean isn't losing members by the minute

Judging by the small amount of people in the vacant lot where Pope Francis said good bye to the ...

JackPedigo comments on Jan 18, 2018:

Unfortunately, just the opposite might be true. Catholics hate change and this Pope is making a lot of changes. I witnessed that when I volunteered for a Catholic Parish. Most don't know about Pope John Paul the 1st. The book "In God's Name" by David A.Yallop is scary as hell!! It shows what ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 18, 2018:

IMHO, religion is on its way to the folklore sections of the libraries.....it will take decades but it will happen

Pat Robertson: Non-Religious Children Should Be Beaten Until They Respect Christian Beliefs

MsOliver comments on Jan 18, 2018:

He should be charged as an accessory for every single assault on a child done because of his "advice." Not only is he a slimy hyperbolic televangelist, but now he's actually advocating child abuse.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 18, 2018:

Remember when he said Haiti made a pact with the devil and this is the reason Haiti suffered an earthquake?

Shole... [youtube.com]

shockwaverider comments on Jan 16, 2018:

Trump is in the shithouse for turning the USA into a shithole country...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 18, 2018:

I don't see how deporting illegals, for instance, is turning USA into a s....hole.

It happened again.

evergreen comments on Jan 17, 2018:

I can't help but wonder what she thinks will happen to her if she remains seated next to you !?

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 17, 2018:

@evergreen When a person has not been educated but induced the most outrageous behavior can be expected.

It happened again.

evergreen comments on Jan 17, 2018:

I can't help but wonder what she thinks will happen to her if she remains seated next to you !?

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 17, 2018:

The first time a person got up and moved to another seat (years ago) I asked the lady about her behavior; the expression on her face was one of revulsion. I guess the lady few days ago felt the same. No idea.

It happened again.

TommyMeador comments on Jan 17, 2018:

That might tend to bring out the mischief in me.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 17, 2018:

In me as well.......jijijijijij

It happened again.

BucketlistBob comments on Jan 17, 2018:

People prove that they're stupid by their actions.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 17, 2018:

I feel sorry for people like this lady.

It happened again.

richiegtt comments on Jan 17, 2018:

Now you know who to avoid

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 17, 2018:

The thing is that many of these ladies arw lovely....until you tell them you don't believe in god....LOL

It happened again.

Piece2YourPuzzle comments on Jan 17, 2018:

They are some of the most closed minded people. That's pretty disheartening. I think it would be more appropriate for you to exhibit that behavior towards them lol. That's like someone getting up and walking away from you because you don't believe in Santa, Bigfoot, or the Tooth Fairy and they think...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 17, 2018:

Dear, I had people giving me the cold shoulder because I speak English with Spanish accent....I have been asked all sort of stupid questions about my origin.

It happened again.

Knitfreak comments on Jan 17, 2018:

UGH... My charity knitting group meets at a church. They have asked me to attend. I simply say that though I don't believe in a god, that I do believe in good. And for crying out loud, I am there knitting the same charity stuff they are doing. Some of them are not so warm, but I'm not there for them...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 17, 2018:

My book club is a completely different thing.

It happened again.

Knitfreak comments on Jan 17, 2018:

UGH... My charity knitting group meets at a church. They have asked me to attend. I simply say that though I don't believe in a god, that I do believe in good. And for crying out loud, I am there knitting the same charity stuff they are doing. Some of them are not so warm, but I'm not there for them...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 17, 2018:

I belong to two knitting groups....local library and community center....both are full of Irish Catholics and Jewish members.

It happened again.

HeyHiHullo comments on Jan 17, 2018:

https://5amily.com/mug/i-may-be-a-knitter-but-i-cant-fix-stupid

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 17, 2018:

@HeyHiHullo ARE YOU CALLING ME A STUPID?

It happened again.

KKGator comments on Jan 17, 2018:

Dang! Got up and moved??!! How unbelievably rude and ignorant. Kudos to you for keeping your cool.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 17, 2018:

@KKGator I guess I was tired because in the past I have told others -who promised to get me a bible- that it was OK because I needed toilet paper.

It happened again.

LeighShelton comments on Jan 17, 2018:

don't worry about it. she did you a favour

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 17, 2018:

But I don't worry...I only enjoyed her ignorance.

It happened again.

Sarahroo29 comments on Jan 17, 2018:

Wow. That sucks.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 17, 2018:

No, not at all. I had a very smiling moment....

It happened again.

Srijith comments on Jan 17, 2018:

Such rudeness and they call themselves kind hearted moral ethical... Blah blah blah

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 17, 2018:

Yes, these4 people are walking oxymorons........LOL

It happened again.

KKGator comments on Jan 17, 2018:

Dang! Got up and moved??!! How unbelievably rude and ignorant. Kudos to you for keeping your cool.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 17, 2018:

But I didn't keep my cool. I asked her if she was afraid of getting some disease or my accent was too much for her. I had a ball....LOL

It happened again.

MyLiege comments on Jan 17, 2018:

LOL. Because Atheism is catchy, or the devil lingers near. How ridiculous. I'm sure you saying that creates the "uncomfortable" silence. Keep attending and doing what you like!

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 17, 2018:

Except the newbies everybody knows I am an Atheist....This woman' look on her face was priceless. LOL

It happened again.

MichaelSpinler comments on Jan 17, 2018:

atheist kooties huh? lmao. well you can knit by me anytime. lol

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 17, 2018:

We need for the Veterans...blankets, hats, scarves, gloves....No, you don't qualify.

It happened again.

Diarmaede comments on Jan 17, 2018:

Maybe she was afraid you would talk some sense into her.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 17, 2018:

No idea...but she didn't talk much, left early and I doubt she will be back....LOL

I can't seam to ignore religious comments

sassygirl3869 comments on Jan 16, 2018:

Best to walk away and not waste time and energy.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 17, 2018:

The best way...but what do you do when the person is a friend and she/he is a guest in your home? I told this friend to stop her blablabla or to leave my place. Her answer was "Is not blablaba but god's words." She didn't leave...I called the police and she was removed by the officers.

Shole... [youtube.com]

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 16, 2018:

Are you aware that many from Latin America use the same remarks to refer to the people from neighbor countries?

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 17, 2018:

@Hope4Zoe As I said; you don't have the foggiest idea of the meaning given to the word "cabeza"....which is far away from "head". Is pointless to debate this issue with you.

Shole... [youtube.com]

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 16, 2018:

Are you aware that many from Latin America use the same remarks to refer to the people from neighbor countries?

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 16, 2018:

@Hope4Zoe trust nme...."s...le" is mild compared to what I am telling you.....and the insults, usually, are said to the person's face.

Shole... [youtube.com]

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 16, 2018:

Are you aware that many from Latin America use the same remarks to refer to the people from neighbor countries?

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 16, 2018:

@Hope4Zoe Do you speak Spanish? Have you been to Latin America? Do you know the colloquial expressions? To say "That CABEZA should go back to his country." is a pretty strong insult....but, then, you don't know the meaningthat is given to the noun :"cabeza".

Christian Homeschoolers Kept Children Shackled To Beds

Hominid comments on Jan 16, 2018:

Utterly horrid. When in jail, the parents will have to deal with prison justice. I hope they get what they deserve.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 16, 2018:

No normal person can.

Are you over qualified?

sassygirl3869 comments on Jan 16, 2018:

Sometimes attractive, intelligent and well-educated women can be intimidating to some men. Sad but true.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 16, 2018:

Only "sometimes"?

Shole... [youtube.com]

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 16, 2018:

Are you aware that many from Latin America use the same remarks to refer to the people from neighbor countries?

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 16, 2018:

@Hope4Zoe P4roofr? My ears, dear, my ears....

Shole... [youtube.com]

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 16, 2018:

Are you aware that many from Latin America use the same remarks to refer to the people from neighbor countries?

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 16, 2018:

Usually are the inhabitants...who don't care for their neighbors; you need to be there to hear, for instance: "Why these s...y XXXX come to our country; we don't like them Chose a country in LA and you will hear exactly what I just told me....many times over. No, it doesn't make it OK....but it happens.

If you could live anywhere in the world except your homeland, where would that be?

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 16, 2018:

Well, I chose USA to live in....My homeland is Argentina.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 16, 2018:

No for political / money reasons but for very personal ones.-

What is your favorite kind of dog ?

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 16, 2018:

Most kinds....also cats.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 16, 2018:

Amadeus

If you could live anywhere in the world except your homeland, where would that be?

silverotter11 comments on Jan 16, 2018:

I think New Zealand or Australia.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 16, 2018:

While I feel Australia is too boring I find New Zealand to be lovely.

South America is getting a new dose of brainwashing.

Akfishlady comments on Jan 15, 2018:

At least this Pope has some tolerance and education. He gives the office (and the church in kind) some hope. If you have to have a antiquated religious system, well let the head being literate.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 16, 2018:

@stomato Yeah...and I don't wear my mink coat when I visit poor friends. Please.

South America is getting a new dose of brainwashing.

stomato comments on Jan 15, 2018:

I harbor no ill will with Pope Francis, quite the opposite, I admire him greatly. He has made great strides to bring the Catholic community closer to the 21st century. Lots more to do, but he has done more than any other Pope I can think of. He said about gays "Who am I to judge". He said about ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 16, 2018:

@stomato Everything that comes out of the CC is garbage. Bergoglio is nothing but a very wise guy with an agenda. I am glad he won't visit Argentina.

South America is getting a new dose of brainwashing.

stomato comments on Jan 15, 2018:

I harbor no ill will with Pope Francis, quite the opposite, I admire him greatly. He has made great strides to bring the Catholic community closer to the 21st century. Lots more to do, but he has done more than any other Pope I can think of. He said about gays "Who am I to judge". He said about ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 16, 2018:

@David1955 Bergoglio us a politician all the way...a Peronist to be exact....a no good.

South America is getting a new dose of brainwashing.

stomato comments on Jan 15, 2018:

I harbor no ill will with Pope Francis, quite the opposite, I admire him greatly. He has made great strides to bring the Catholic community closer to the 21st century. Lots more to do, but he has done more than any other Pope I can think of. He said about gays "Who am I to judge". He said about ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 16, 2018:

If his idea was "to bring the Catholic community closer to the XXI century....hge would have told the world the Catholic religion -and all other religions- are a farse.

South America is getting a new dose of brainwashing.

PeterJohn comments on Jan 15, 2018:

Hi Duchessa,the Pope would have good cause to fear a reduction in believers as it effects the income of the Vatican,less believers=less donations=less income.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 16, 2018:

That is "more" than obvious....

What irritating song do you hear in stores- that makes you want to leave?

PeppermintDreads comments on Jan 15, 2018:

Despicito

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 15, 2018:

Is DESPACITO....and while its lyrics are silly....when played by violins is a lot more pleasant.

How are you celebrating MLK today?

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 15, 2018:

Installing a shelf in my bathroom.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 15, 2018:

@BucketlistBob Look

How are you celebrating MLK today?

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 15, 2018:

Installing a shelf in my bathroom.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 15, 2018:

@BucketlistBob LOL...I am not there....yet.

How are you celebrating MLK today?

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 15, 2018:

Installing a shelf in my bathroom.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 15, 2018:

@BucketlistBob Implying I can't do it perfectly?

How long will abortion continue to be a major influence in politics?

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 9, 2018:

It will survive because (as I was told by few politicians) if the issue becomes "obsolete" they will lose a big pillar of their campaigns

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 15, 2018:

@Ktcyan Abortion, capital punishment, gun control, education, immigration (DACA / TPS), ILLEGALS...are all campaign issues.

What if you are wrong and there IS a god

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 9, 2018:

Lets say one day the existence of god is proven. That day I will say: "I was wrong, god exist." Period.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 15, 2018:

@Lewellyn33 Besides the fact that is obvious that you reason...are you aware the10 Commandments were not "" invented"" but appropriated by the Christian? They also stole many Pagan celebrations.

Shitholes.

sassygirl3869 comments on Jan 14, 2018:

You know some Americans don't understand how Hispanic culture dictates la familia. Everything is the family back home. Anyone who comes to the States will do what they can to help those struggling at home. A recent episode of 90 Day Fiance showed how the Dominican fiance sent money home to support...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 14, 2018:

@sassygirl3869 I gues I know several thousands families. See, I lived 29 years in Argentina...I am Latina, Argentinean and I speak the language back n forth... and with a deep knowledge of the Latino culture do to my profession. We are so different...from country to country...and from region to region that it would amaze. The one who made a broad statement was you....placing every Latino family in the same box.

Shitholes.

sassygirl3869 comments on Jan 14, 2018:

You know some Americans don't understand how Hispanic culture dictates la familia. Everything is the family back home. Anyone who comes to the States will do what they can to help those struggling at home. A recent episode of 90 Day Fiance showed how the Dominican fiance sent money home to support...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 14, 2018:

No every Latino is as you say / think...fortunately.... most South Americans don't send anything to their families; it all depends in the families, the culture, the education. Not every Latino came to USA "because money / political reasons".

Shitholes.

sassygirl3869 comments on Jan 14, 2018:

You know some Americans don't understand how Hispanic culture dictates la familia. Everything is the family back home. Anyone who comes to the States will do what they can to help those struggling at home. A recent episode of 90 Day Fiance showed how the Dominican fiance sent money home to support...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 14, 2018:

Puertorricans ARE HOME; they are American Citizens by birth.

Real beauty is not seen with the eyes.

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 14, 2018:

Indeed....but the ugly girls are never asked out....and the not so good looking guys get rejected.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 14, 2018:

@FrayedBear Dear, I was expecting your answer. Who taught them to be nasty classmates? Their parents and society at large. Who allowed them to keep going on? A society that doesn't know how to deal with bullies.....besides praising beauty over heart. Another thing....for you and for all those who think teachers must educate their kids: No dear, Teachers provide instruction in given disciplines and report wrong behavior. THE PARENTS ARE SUPPOSED TO EDUCATE THEIR KIDS. If the parents didn't plant the seeds at the proper time expect six y/o kids to be ferocious. BTW, I taught HS.Period.

Real beauty is not seen with the eyes.

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 14, 2018:

Indeed....but the ugly girls are never asked out....and the not so good looking guys get rejected.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 14, 2018:

@FrayedBear "" ...CORRECT WHAT i SAID? """Trust me, I have seen it happening / I have heard both gender prioritizing looks over heart / to hire looks n appearance over skills....I have many students calling their classmates"ugly / fat / big nosed / four eyes / big head / skinny / rabbit face / don't be near me, you are ugly....Unfortunately, we are a society trained to applaud beauty and to reject ugliness.

Why are you labeling me?

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 13, 2018:

Because men are the ones who "write" the norms...but don't forget that Viagra is the drug most sold in the history of the world medicine.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 14, 2018:

@shockwaverider Well, he wants to populate the Sahara, Siberia and the N/S Poles. lol

Staying together for the kids 2.0

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 13, 2018:

My girlfriend's daughter lived three year of "staying together for the kids". After so many nights of seeing her parents sleeping in different rooms /of not seeing them hugging each other / of "special" phone calls......OF MANY MOMENTS OF SILENCE....this sixteen y/o girl told her parents: "I ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 14, 2018:

It was the best for all.

What is your opinion on capital punishment?

Naeem comments on Jan 13, 2018:

Yes if the crime is related to child abuse, torture or slavery!

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 13, 2018:

No for killing his/her spouse?

In my continuing efforts to "secularize" my Bible belt school's senior class, I have my students ...

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 13, 2018:

In all my years as a Prof. of Spanish literature I never had a censor...and I selected the most controversial subjects...from the defense of women rights (all the way to Cervantes and Sor Juana to today Marcos Denevi's criticism of technology.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 13, 2018:

@MsOliver Move to a normal state

In my continuing efforts to "secularize" my Bible belt school's senior class, I have my students ...

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 13, 2018:

In all my years as a Prof. of Spanish literature I never had a censor...and I selected the most controversial subjects...from the defense of women rights (all the way to Cervantes and Sor Juana to today Marcos Denevi's criticism of technology.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 13, 2018:

@MsOliver I taught in several HS in NYC and with the AP classes I was even more free in my selection of material.

Group calls on city to remove Ten Commandments monument | Local News | santafenewmexican.com

jlynn37 comments on Jan 12, 2018:

I am a paying, card carrying member of FFRF and will remain so.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 13, 2018:

What must I do to get that membership?

Group calls on city to remove Ten Commandments monument | Local News | santafenewmexican.com

Dougnostic comments on Jan 13, 2018:

“The government has no business telling citizens which god they must have, how many gods they must have, or that they must have any god at all,” And the government is not doing any of those things. It is a historical monument! It's an acknowledgement of the Judeo-Christian influences of the...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 13, 2018:

Well, the thing is believers are convinced the Ten Commandments are a religious thing.

I'm not interested in gaining points or levels. why the hierarchy ?

buck1977 comments on Jan 12, 2018:

top weekly point earners get an expenses paid date with the member of their choice..

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 13, 2018:

@MrLizard The date or the expenses paid...lol?

Which accent do you like the most/ find the most sexy, and which one grinds on your nerves?

twshield comments on Jan 12, 2018:

I think i find french accents the most attractive because i am from Quebec. The accent i find most annoying is Colombian or certain latin accents. Example: Sophia Vergara....Beautiful Lady but the sound of her voice makes my ears bleed!

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 12, 2018:

I agree with you about Sofía Vergara's accent...but, then, her accent when she speaks Spanish she is also annoying; it has nothing to do with the "Colombian accent" but with the region she grew up and her """schooling""

WHAT'S YOUR POSITION ON ABORTION ?

mistymoon77 comments on Dec 27, 2017:

Pro Choice all the way. Keep your politics and beliefs out of the bedroom and away from a woman's body. No one should dictate how or what they choose to do with whatever situation arises.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 11, 2018:

@RobAnybody That answer was given to Polly -who passed recently- in 2004.

Let's talk about how much we all hate Valentine's day! I know I'm not the only one!

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 11, 2018:

why do you hate VD?

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 11, 2018:

@Hellbent ...your "fast" mind gets ideas. LOL

Let's talk about how much we all hate Valentine's day! I know I'm not the only one!

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 11, 2018:

why do you hate VD?

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 11, 2018:

@WickedNicki Why it must be forced?

If the USA census asks about citizenship, who else is going to mark “non citizen”?

GipsyOfNewSpain comments on Jan 10, 2018:

Whatever you planing... my 3 retirement checks are Off Limits!!!!

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 11, 2018:

As are mine.

If the USA census asks about citizenship, who else is going to mark “non citizen”?

chicagojcb comments on Jan 11, 2018:

I was born in this country and will mark myself as a citizen. I always believe that once you are a citizen you cannot have it taken away from you (though you could, presumably, give it up). After what has recently happened with citizenships being recinded, I am appalled.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 11, 2018:

Probably because the person lied to obtain said status....because since 1989 (or so) the American Citizenship -naturalized- can't be taken away. Legal Resident Alien status indeed can be revoked.

If the USA census asks about citizenship, who else is going to mark “non citizen”?

ncfroggirl comments on Jan 11, 2018:

I'll have to. I'm a Brit, permanent resident since 1980. Just came back from London... first time home in 25 years, & was detained at immigration because my last name had changed. Seriously? Is it that unusual for a woman to marry between the ages of 14 & 52?? I sat there for over an hour before ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 11, 2018:

why didn't you change your nme in the passport, Green Card and DL?

I have noticed a significant positive correlation between the religious (beliefs not supported by ...

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 7, 2018:

Religion USES fear to manipulate people. Now from there to get Trump supporters involved in this is an stretch. I voted for Trump for very specific reasons.....and no one has to do with religion. Remember, he will be President only once....and I hope it will be enough to accomplish what I and many ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 11, 2018:

@BitFlipper I "believe" so. Sorry.

Men, what is up with the fascination of a younger woman ?

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 10, 2018:

Once I heard a conversation between two 75 y/o men: One said "I married a 25 y/o lovely lady." How do you see me? The other answered: "I see you like a cow's head....far away from the vagina and near the horns."

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 10, 2018:

@GipsyOfNewSpain Their ignorance is not my problem...eventually they will learn History and see their mistake.

This is for the single ladies over 50.

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 10, 2018:

Yes, age has an impact when dating / relationship. I would be very surprised to find any affinity with a gentleman who is 10 years younger....or 20 years older.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 10, 2018:

@ConnieR My point exactly.

Men, what is up with the fascination of a younger woman ?

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 10, 2018:

Once I heard a conversation between two 75 y/o men: One said "I married a 25 y/o lovely lady." How do you see me? The other answered: "I see you like a cow's head....far away from the vagina and near the horns."

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 10, 2018:

@GipsyOfNewSpain As I said, and as a Prof. of Spanish I know a little on the subject, being Spanish speaking is an accident...as is being English / Russian / Asian....it all depends where the mother dropped the kid after leaving her own country. For you may no be different...but it is for me. Hispanoc, if you go to the origin of the words, comes from HISPANIA....SPAIN's ORIGINAL NAME (in Latin) during the Roman Empire.....SO, UNLESS YOU WERE BORN IN SPAIN YOU ARE NOT HISPANIC. I don't know if this conversation is for another forum....Culture is culture regardless of the venue. I am glad you enjoyed the joke.

Men, what is up with the fascination of a younger woman ?

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 10, 2018:

Once I heard a conversation between two 75 y/o men: One said "I married a 25 y/o lovely lady." How do you see me? The other answered: "I see you like a cow's head....far away from the vagina and near the horns."

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 10, 2018:

@GipsyOfNewSpain See, speaking Spanish doesn't make a person Latino/a; my Argentinean friend -Carlos McAllister- speaks Spanish but is not Latino....and millions like him born in Argentina. I happen to be Latina but of European origin (French) so, I doubt very much you could understand me at all.

Men, what is up with the fascination of a younger woman ?

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 10, 2018:

Once I heard a conversation between two 75 y/o men: One said "I married a 25 y/o lovely lady." How do you see me? The other answered: "I see you like a cow's head....far away from the vagina and near the horns."

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 10, 2018:

@btroje Darling....is a joke.

Other than religion, in what way are you a minority where you live?

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 9, 2018:

Well, I speak Spanish and I am a woman....and since I look Irish I drive everybody very confused. LOL

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 10, 2018:

@BlueWave 1) In Portugal the official language is not Spanish...so your guess was way off. 2) About no being interested in Spanish speaking people....I don't care for their misunderstood machismo and arrogance..

This is for the single ladies over 50.

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 10, 2018:

Yes, age has an impact when dating / relationship. I would be very surprised to find any affinity with a gentleman who is 10 years younger....or 20 years older.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 10, 2018:

@Zoidburg Sure, always there are exceptions that confirm the rule.

How many of you in the US have passports?

godef comments on Jan 9, 2018:

We used to be able to go into Canada without a passport; don't think that's the case anymore. But with so many relatively small countries in close proximity over there, I can see it would be impractical not to have one. Do EU citizens need passports to go to other EU countries? Russians need a ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 9, 2018:

Believe it or not...but three years ago I was asked for my passport when returning from Nebraska. I said to the guy "Did they move Nebraska out of the states? He laughed and told me that they have the right to ask for the passport. I had it with me. If you come to USA by land (Canada, Mexico) they will ask you for the passport. No when returning by plane.

How many of you in the US have passports?

azzow2 comments on Jan 9, 2018:

That is one of the things about that laminated green card that said Department of the Navy on it that I missed. When I had to turn it in when I got my Honorable discharge.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 9, 2018:

I do as well; I have the original and the two renewal...plus the Argentinian one. (expired)

Donald Trump's Spiritual Adviser Paula White Suggests People Send Her Their January Salary or Face ...

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 9, 2018:

Please, you may not like DT but to start this type of thread is senseless.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 9, 2018:

@IndySent My point exactly; only an idiot says that and a person -more idiot that her- will believe her words.

Which Religion Annoys You the Most?

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 9, 2018:

All (no discrimination) The reason? Are all a lie.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 9, 2018:

@Zoidburg The way I see it Buddhism is not a religion but a philosophy...the same with Hinduism.

Donald Trump's Spiritual Adviser Paula White Suggests People Send Her Their January Salary or Face ...

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 9, 2018:

Please, you may not like DT but to start this type of thread is senseless.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 9, 2018:

@IndySent one thing is to disapprove and another quite different is to say she is asking for our salary or god will be mad. OK?

Starting to register voters in my county. Something to make me feel I can make a small difference

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 9, 2018:

I want to do the same in my county but I don't know how to go about / start.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 9, 2018:

@btroje Thanks, I will do the same in my county.

What if you are wrong and there IS a god

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 9, 2018:

Lets say one day the existence of god is proven. That day I will say: "I was wrong, god exist." Period.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 9, 2018:

IAW, I was trying to say (without words) that if one day the NO existence of god is proven the believers will refuse to accept the evidence.

How long will abortion continue to be a major influence in politics?

El-loco comments on Jan 9, 2018:

Forgive my swerving a bit off-topic but contraception also influences politics especially in countries where the Catholic church or Islam have influence. Before I retired I was a pharmacist so I offer a couple of comments regarding Emergency Hormonal Contraception (The 'Morning After Pill' ). ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 9, 2018:

@El-loco Please do; the people needs to be enlightened / educated.

The boarder wall???

Gatovicolo comments on Jan 9, 2018:

I happen to think that a border wall is ridiculous. It not only will cost a ridiculous amount, but it won’t work. Build military bases along the border and have them train along the border. If you want to come to the us, then apply. I have nothing against immigration, but I do have something...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 9, 2018:

As you know...the building of said wall doesn't necessarily mean to erect one made of bricks. What you suggest is great and they have similar approaches in mind. BTW,there is a lady in Texas who owns lands in both countries....the part of the wall already built that crosses her land divides her property in Mexican and American. She has a password (given by the federal government) to open the door that allows her to go from one to the other.

The boarder wall???

josmi6699 comments on Jan 9, 2018:

Most embarrassing and idiotic proposal made by a politician in the last couple of decades? That such a large number of people appear to support the idea is just incredibly depressing.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 9, 2018:

Not only the wall between Mexico and USA began to be built during the Reagan era but, after 9/11, eleven European countries built one to protect their frontiers.

There's a Meetup for un-believers on Houston's northside, Humanist Community of the Woodlands.

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 9, 2018:

And not only Meetups....also there are many Atheists organizations: Texas ~Amarillo Freethought Oasis ~ Texas Panhandle ~Austin Atheist Community of Austin ~Corpus Christi Corpus Christi Atheists - Meetup ~Dallas Dallas Atheist Book Club Dallas-Plano Atheist Meetup ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 9, 2018:

@twshield Some may not longer be active but I am sure most do.

How long will abortion continue to be a major influence in politics?

El-loco comments on Jan 9, 2018:

Forgive my swerving a bit off-topic but contraception also influences politics especially in countries where the Catholic church or Islam have influence. Before I retired I was a pharmacist so I offer a couple of comments regarding Emergency Hormonal Contraception (The 'Morning After Pill' ). ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 9, 2018:

Thank you for your excellent post.

How long will abortion continue to be a major influence in politics?

roberbro comments on Jan 9, 2018:

Well, we have to consider that Row v Wade has been the law of the land for what? 40 years at least (I don't want to google the exact date right now. LOL). It's not easy to overturn a Constitutional right upheld by The Supreme Court, and it's even more difficult if The Supreme Court has upheld it ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 9, 2018:

As I understand R v W is not a law but a decision of the Supreme Court of USA

There's a Meetup for un-believers on Houston's northside, Humanist Community of the Woodlands.

Zoidburg comments on Jan 9, 2018:

If you don't believe, why would there be a meet-up for it? I don't believe in the Easter Bunny, either, is there a meet up for that?

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 9, 2018:

To promote our way of thinking.

Any latinxs or spanish-speakers here?

TheMiddleWay comments on Jan 8, 2018:

Si. Chileno aqui. :D

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 9, 2018:

Vecino.

Any latinxs or spanish-speakers here?

JWDiaz comments on Jan 8, 2018:

I speak Spanish, but I have no idea what a "latinx" is.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 9, 2018:

@CrankyAntie Soy Prof. de Español. A lo que tú te refieres se le conoce como "regionalismos, expresiones coloquiales, tonadas, acentos...."

Any latinxs or spanish-speakers here?

JWDiaz comments on Jan 8, 2018:

I speak Spanish, but I have no idea what a "latinx" is.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 9, 2018:

@JesusOrtega21 No en la lengua española; de hecho, la forma masculina es la que se usa cuando te refieres a ambos géneros. Soy Prof. de Español.

Any latinxs or spanish-speakers here?

evidentialist comments on Jan 8, 2018:

Hola Jesus. Soy un gringo en la superficie, pero todo lo que hay debajo es Mexicano.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 9, 2018:

@evidentialist Bien sabes a lo que me refiero...Yo soy argentina mas mi origen es francés pues mis padres eran de la Bretagne...como mis abuelos.

I have noticed a significant positive correlation between the religious (beliefs not supported by ...

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 7, 2018:

Religion USES fear to manipulate people. Now from there to get Trump supporters involved in this is an stretch. I voted for Trump for very specific reasons.....and no one has to do with religion. Remember, he will be President only once....and I hope it will be enough to accomplish what I and many ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 9, 2018:

@BitFlipper Obviously you don't understand anything. I already stated why I voted for him.

Any latinxs or spanish-speakers here?

sassygirl3869 comments on Jan 8, 2018:

Comprendo un poquito.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 8, 2018:

¿Te enseñamos?