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Just Sven
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6 months ago

Happy Eclipse Day.

Just Sven
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6 months ago
Reply to  Mac

We get like 50% coverage around 11:00 PT. Enjoy the show, Mac.

Just Sven
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6 months ago
Reply to  Mac

You’re very welcome -- happy that both you and Paddy enjoyed it.

Just Sven
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6 months ago

I read Trump’s statement on abortion -- that he is essentially leaving it up to the states to decide -- and not too interested in pursuing a federal ban or taking other federal actions. As a Catholic, I’m amused that many Catholics are disappointed or upset with him not going further.

The Church is not powerless in deciding this issue and does not need the state to enforce its edicts, but except in a few “for show” instances, refuses to do so. They could, at a minimum, refuse absolution or communion for anyone that supports abortion, for anyone that performs an abortion, for anyone that works in the abortion industry. They could go as far as excommunication. They don’t need the state or Trump to take these actions, and yet they don’t.

I went back to the Church ten or so years ago. In my case, I’m refused the sacraments because of a previous, marriage, divorce, and remarriage outside the Church. There are many hoops I have to jump through to rectify this, not the least of which is convincing Mrs Sven to go through 6 months of Catholic preparation for marriage classes. I kid on that point as she is willing to do it and it’s become a standard negotiation joke, for instance:

Me: STOP feeding them damn coons!
Her: Huh. You want me to marry you in a Catholic Church so you don’t burn in hell for eternity, but you don’t want me to feed my friends?
Me: Here’s some more peanuts.

The Church has its own power available to end abortion, yet chooses not to use it. In their eyes, I’m a greater sinner than a Pelosi or Brandon.

Just Sven
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6 months ago
Reply to  Mac

That’s a good story -- good on Elena and her mother.

In my case, I do find it amusing that my sins are so great that I’m cut off from the sacraments -- which wasn’t an issue for me until a few years back -- whereas devout Catholic Brandon can fully support and promote abortion and he’s good to go.

Paddy O'Furnijur
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6 months ago

Happy Eclipse Monday, Gerbil Nation!
Good morning, Sven, and Mac!

In re Angel Studios -- I never heard about the lawsuits they were flooded with. I wish I was surprised at the outcome, but judges have ignored the plain meaning of the law ever since there were judges.

I agree that abortion, like many issues, should be handled by the states. That was the original intent.

Sven -- maybe the raccoons could attend marriage classes with you?

Just Sven
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6 months ago

I think politically, that Trump handled this just fine, which is why the leftists are freaking out.

Just Sven
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6 months ago
Reply to  Mac

Very cool, Mac. Out here, partial only -- maybe 45%? Little noticeable difference in the amount of sunlight.

Just Sven
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6 months ago

California -- always coming up with creative solutions to problems. Like this one for businesses leaving Frisco: https://redstate.com/beckynoble/2024/04/08/want-to-close-your-store-in-san-fran-new-proposal-would-require-six-months-notice-and-a-replacement-n2172487

Paddy O'Furnijur
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6 months ago
Reply to  Mac

The parents of Teh Younger’s girlfriend are from New Jersey. They sold their home in October and have been renting a one-bedroom apartment in their town until they can beat the timeline that would otherwise require them to pay an 11% tax for selling their home and moving out of state.

Just Sven
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6 months ago
Reply to  Mac

I tried for years to try to see their side of things, to engage in discussions, to listen. Yeah, no -- not any more. Choose a side -- I’ve chosen mine. It’s much easier now.

Paddy O'Furnijur
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6 months ago
Reply to  Just Sven

California — always coming up with creative problems to solutions. 

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