May I point out that life is not nonsectarian - I have maintained for many years that the founders of our nation founded it as a nation ruled by the majority with respect for the minority - however it is now a nation ruled by the noisiest ( a minority ) with little respect for the majority. Let us respect each other's beliefs but do we have to pussy-foot around for fear of hurting another's feelings - trampling on their beliefs. Let's not start another stream of katy-did katy-didn't. It's a season of joy and hope Christmas - Hanukkah - Kwanzaa and maybe somewhere Goggledy-Woogledy days. Let's keep it that way I am sole care-giver to my wife 80 - 20 yrs of PD and had a stroke 2 yrs ago - it takes her 5 minutes to tell me she has to pee - this forum and a couple of others has been a source of inspiration and hope for me for some years it sometimes gives me whatever is needed to keep going - for those of you who are too narrow minded and thin-skinned to accept that this world is multi-conceptual and we must accept each other as we are I suggest you go elsewhere to vent your unhappiness Bob Anibal ----- Original Message ----- From: "Kelly Grant" <[log in to unmask]> To: <[log in to unmask]> Sent: Sunday, December 24, 2000 4:23 PM Subject: Fw: Fw: Why Jesus is better than Santa Claus Howdy Folks In response to Bob's email (see below) I am sorry if I offended anyone on the List......that certainly was not my intention. Just as an FYI - I myself am not Christian - however I felt there were enough on the list who would enjoy the Jesus/Santa tale......and thought I'd share it....those who do not wish to read it please use your delete button. Wishing you all a magical holiday season!! Kelly in Calgary > > Kelly, > > While I certainly do not object to the mention of Jesus, there are many > on this List who are not Christians and would consider your remarks > insensitive towards them. It is generally recommended that comments > on this List be nonsectarian. > > > Best, > > Bob > > > > > ********************************************** > Robert A. Fink, M. D., F.A.C.S., P. C. > 2500 Milvia Street Suite 222 > Berkeley, California 94704-2636 > Telephone: 510-849-2555 FAX: 510-849-2557 > WWW: http://www.rafink.com/ > > mailto:[log in to unmask] > > "Ex Tristitia Virtus" > > ********************************************* > >