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Haran · 05-21-2006, 06:21 PM

Thank you, and apologies accepted Vork. No rum necessary.

I also hope you will accept my apologies for strong language here and there over the years. It just shows that we are all quite human and passionate in our beliefs. We may often disagree, but your questions over the years have made me think deeply about my own beliefs. I wish you and your family the best. And even if you don't believe in them, I will remember you (in a good manner, of course

) in my prayers.

judge · 05-21-2006, 11:33 PM

All the best...I hope that your time away from here has many pleasant surprises in store!

Oolon Colluphid · 05-22-2006, 01:05 AM

Aw, Michael... please promise to return once you've got your habit under control. You are most welcome to come along to my branch of Infidels Anonymous (Pop: 1).

The place won't be the same without turtonm...

The Bishop · 05-22-2006, 06:17 AM

From Jesus Myth turning point thread:

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vorkosigan

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Bishop

Unfortunately, the copy of Q which I have, Burton Mack's Q: The Lost Gospel puts in "Jesus said" before every logion. This obviously contradicts Doherty's idea that there was a historical Jesus, so he states that "there is no reason that the sayings in Q need be associated with somebody called Jesus."

Mine doesn't. It simply says "there are the teachings of Jesus" as its first lne.

Michael

The kindness and restraint of your pointing out my egregious error led me to rapidly revise my opinion of you (based on insufficient acquaintance, I not having been on these boards very long). And now you're apparently going away! Well, don't be gone long.

Apikorus · 05-22-2006, 06:25 AM

Happy trails, Vork.

05-22-2006, 02:39 PM

Greetings,

Sorry you are leaving Michael,
I hope you find what you are seeking.

Hope to see you again,
All the best :-)

Quentin

Thomas II · 05-23-2006, 02:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vorkosigan

Hello.

I have decided to take an extended leave of absence from Infidels. Recent events, that some of you know of, have compelled me to admit that I have a serious problem. I have become arrogant, thoughtless, unkind,and egotistical. I am unable to handle myself on the internet and it has taken over my life. I am an addict, and I have developed the personality of an addict: mean, angry, narrow, one-track, and perpetually controlled. This has snuck up on me, for no other experience has ever acquired this level of power over me -- not alcohol, not drugs, not risky sports, or any other kind of thrill or stimulant.

I have been in denial. I have hurt people. I suck. I need to stop.

I appreciate all the many kindnesses and friendly gestures over the years, and the many friendships I have built up, the acquaintances I have made, and the learning I have acquired. I will miss everyone, but especially Toto, Jacob, Richard, Amaleq, Chris, Julian, spin, EverlastingGodstopper, Pervy, Joe Wallack, ApostateAbe, Loren Pechtel, Don Morgan, Iasion, PhiliosopherJay, NeilGodfrey, and other posters too numerous to mention, some no longer here. To those I have attacked and offended, Haran, Chris, Bede, and many others too numerous to mention, I offer apologies, belated and insufficient, though they may be.

Michael Turton

It's the server slowdowns,isn't it?...Isn't it?

I KNEW IT!

Thomas II · 05-23-2006, 02:09 AM

Shane!!

Thomas II · 05-23-2006, 02:10 AM

:wave:

openeyes · 05-23-2006, 09:06 AM

Although I mostly lurked in the catergories in which you mostly posted, I too will miss your point of view and insights.

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05-21-2006, 06:21 PM	#21
Haran Banned Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Dallas, Tx Posts: 1,490	Thank you, and apologies accepted Vork. No rum necessary. I also hope you will accept my apologies for strong language here and there over the years. It just shows that we are all quite human and passionate in our beliefs. We may often disagree, but your questions over the years have made me think deeply about my own beliefs. I wish you and your family the best. And even if you don't believe in them, I will remember you (in a good manner, of course ) in my prayers.

05-21-2006, 11:33 PM	#22
judge Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Bli Bli Posts: 3,135	All the best...I hope that your time away from here has many pleasant surprises in store!

05-22-2006, 01:05 AM	#23
Oolon Colluphid Contributor Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Alibi: ego ipse hinc extermino Posts: 12,591	Aw, Michael... please promise to return once you've got your habit under control. You are most welcome to come along to my branch of Infidels Anonymous (Pop: 1). The place won't be the same without turtonm...

05-22-2006, 06:25 AM	#25
Apikorus Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,396	Happy trails, Vork.

05-22-2006, 02:39 PM	#26
Iasion Guest Posts: n/a	Greetings, Sorry you are leaving Michael, I hope you find what you are seeking. Hope to see you again, All the best :-) Quentin

05-23-2006, 02:09 AM	#28
Thomas II Veteran Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: USA Posts: 8,254	Shane!!

05-23-2006, 02:10 AM	#29
Thomas II Veteran Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: USA Posts: 8,254	:wave:

05-23-2006, 09:06 AM	#30
openeyes Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Minnesota Posts: 4,215	Although I mostly lurked in the catergories in which you mostly posted, I too will miss your point of view and insights.

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