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Should gay marriage be legalized? Why or why not?
I wouldn't worry all of you who want gay and lesbian marriage in the United States. If the MAJORITY doesn't over rule the minority in California at the ballot then you will have gay marriage. If the governor of New York… -
Looking for a role model for pre-teens? Perhaps Disney shouldn't be your first choice.
Maybe you were a kid and a product of the late 80's and early 90's. I know I was. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles ruled my room as Raphael and Donatello action figures guarded my L.A. light shoes from the evil Shredder. Co… -
Do you think it is OK to be friends with ex girlfriends or boyfriends? Why or why not?
A certain song I heard yesterday comes to mind...Complicated I just answered this Featured Question, you can answer it too! -
What is your favorite movie quote?
From Spaceballs:"Only one man would dare to give me the raspberry. Lonestar!" I just answered this Featured Question, you can answer it too! -
How much do you tip at restaurants or bars?
Seeing as inflation is approaching our American economy, people are skimping out on tipping their car-hops and waiters because they fear they won't have money for gas and groceries. Thus, sadly these people who make the … -
Real men do cry. A salute to a veteran; my grandfather.
This post is a salute to a World War II veteran who was very near and dear to my heart. My grandfather Harry Wilson. The canary yellow Sun pierces through the mid-afternoon sky. The whispy aluminum gray cloud… -
The Chronicles of Pornia, a personal and internal struggle
Before I begin, note to reader!!! This is a long post, an extremely long post. If you need to use the bathroom, get a drink or snack, walk the dog, or anything else, do it before you read this blog. Once you read you wil… -
What do you do to stay stress free?
I just don't worry. It's as simple as that. I just don't worry. Now this doesn't mean I turn a blind eye to problems in my life. What this does mean is I know that in the end everything will work out. I don't worry about… -
So I didn't make Xangan Idol 2
Oh well, that leaves me more time to work out, watch NBA playoffs, and get on with my lifeHowever, listen to this audio clipage as I preach from 2007. Turn it up though. It was recorded on a low volume for some reason. (… -
Mistakes, mistakes, get em while they're embarassing. Hot mistakes
I stare deep into the eyes of, "I'm gonna kill you son of a Biatch." Meanwhile, I wonder what in the heck have I just done? Did I really just say that? The miniscule hairs on the back of my neck stand up straight like pe… -
What fashion fad do you wish would come back?
The "Thriftstore"Believe me or not, my Senior year at Fort Osage High School in Independence, Mo the fad sweeping the school was buying clothes from the Salvation Army, Goodwill, and or various other thrifting stores. I … -
Due to lack of time...
I was going to write an inquisitive post about mistakes, but I have a pickle of a situation to deal with. Jordan gets off work at 2:00, or just 43 minutes away, and I want to spend the rest of the day with her. Plus, I n… -
The influx of porn on Xanga, durka, durka, durka
Hook, line, and sinker... Blop, blop...I think we caught another one Jonesy, durka, durka, durka Ok, well there is no real point to this post except I can't quite figure out why their is so much friggin amateur porn on X… -
What little things make you happy?
Grab some popcorn, perhaps air popped with real butter not margerine, and a diet caffeine free sodee pop of your choice, well maybe not because the aspertane is gonna give you cancer, and enjoy folks. This may take a whi… -
Do you believe that teenage mothers can still be successful at life? Why or why not?
Tons of kids today come from single family homes, it's no big thing like it was back in the late 40's and early 50's when divorce rates shot through the roof nearly hitting sputnik. Yes, life will or may be tougher (espe… -
The lifestyles of a pastor/ public works employee
Have you wondered what a 800 square foot, one bedroom, one bath, apartment in Poteau, Oklahoma looks like? Have you ever wondered what my pad is like? Well prepare to take a tour... Haha, from a year and half ago, so let… -
In your opinion who is the greatest actor of all time?
Truthfully, my favorite actor is Robin Williams, however, coming in very closely is Will Ferrell. "I invented the piano key neck tie"Now the best person to act and make everyone believe him is Al Gore. He acts like he re… -
Why I'm a capital V...
Forward: Reader take note. This post is not in response to anything anyone has said about the topic of sex. This is a mere post to explain my stance in a culture where this stance is often laughed at, sneered at, and see… -
Is it fair that cigarettes don’t have to list additives when other products do?
Well I thought that the Surgeon General's warning about how smoking may cause cancer and or diarrhea would be enough of a warning... Telling people that ammonia and tar are in their cancer sticks may gross them out but n… -
What is the best age to have children? Why?
Ok, it's not like anyone can pull one single number out of the air and we all can agree that it's right. However, we can eliminate anyone below the age of 18 or above the age of 35. Below 18 because you are young, immatu… -
Another sermon, "The Case for the Creator"
Would you know what to say? 1. Current statistics tell us that nearly 86% of Americans would consider themselves a Christian, on what grounds though? They go to church, believe in God, or think that they’re a moral perso… -
What is something or someone you find completely overrated?
"Tom, just come out of the closet." In my view Tom the scientologist cruise may be the most over rated person alive. He gets way too much coverage for being a jerk, and a jerky jerk at that. He confused poor Katie Holme… -
In what ways are you similar to your mother?
We both share the last name of BennetzenWe both have blonde hairWe both laugh at just about anything, me especiallyWe both LOVE chinese food (even though what we as Americans categorize as Chinese food really isnt. It's … -
What makes someone a "good person"?
As deemed by cultural norms and values we see a "good person" as someone who upholds the law, is nice to others, perhaps donates to charity, has a positive attitude, and (or) says please and thank you after you pass them… -
What are some things you appreciate your mother for?
1. Birth, the doctor tried to convince her to abort me since I wasn't going to live a "normal, productive life"2. Supporting me even though my dreams or bhags may seem crazy3. Always doing my laundry, lol, even though i … -
About to cry for a fallen horse
If you didnt know this past weekend the like 2576th straight Kentucky Derby in Kentucky or is it Tennessee? Nevertheless, Big Brown was the crowd favorite, yet this morning on ESPN radio there was news of a filly (female… -
What is something you feel you can do better than anyone else?
I have a higher tolerance of pain then anyone else I know. My thresh hold for pain is so high it freaks me out sometimes. With my job I have recently been given the assignment to check all the manholes here in Poteau. We… -
What would the title of your autobiography be?
Phillip Bennetzen, the Life of the Last Preaching LeprechaunForward by C.S. Lewis I just answered this Featured Question, you can answer it too!
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