I have been here arguing with Catholics for years, Patrick. How vain you are to think that your (new) presence is so important that suddenly it would be bothersome for me to hear the same old lines from you and yours.
In the Orthodox church they teach us how to avoid the passions, and I have spent the last 7 years parenting a child who came to us with reactive attachment disorder. I assure that I once knew a 7 year old child who could run circles around you when it comes to provocative behavior.
So pat yourself on the back all you like and be sure to show everyone how much you indulge in your vainglory and self-worship. I don't even think you realize how your posts appear to others here. I am trying to help you - your spiritual immaturity is so evident that I feel sorry for you.
Could you please direct me to examples on this thread where Patrick has 'patted himself on the back' and 'indulged in self-worship?'