[carton253]

Well... when I got home tonight and saw your questions, I was going to haul out my stuff and go to town. But, I stopped when I realized that I don't have the time nor energy.

So, tell you what I'm going to do... I'm going to yield the field. I'm going to throw in the towel. I'm going raise the white flag.

I took the bait of the raspberry, and I got my clocked clean. You win! Enjoy a pint on me.

But could you do a little something for me. The next time Viggo, or Elijah, or one of them decide that they are against the war... don't ping me. Okay? Then my compulsion will not have an avenue to spill out all over the Hobbit Hole... (I am attending 12 step programs on this issue)

I understand your views, and I respect them. You did great. I feel just like the Cincinnati Bengals.

[John Farson]

I can't win. I gave up before you did. (see #45329) :-P

[HairOfTheDog]

I think the problem is the desire to win the debate. That is what doesn't fit here. I don't want to see anyone "lose" and admit defeat. We should all make our views known, but that doesn't mean we have to debate the ones we don't share. I think the problem comes with the extended effort to convince the other side.

[Bear_in_RoseBear]

Have you ever heard the song "The Winner", by Bobby Bare? It was actually written by Shel Silverstein... anyway, your post made me think of that song. :)

[ksen]

I am praying that things go as well as they can at the funeral you are attending.