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  Judging Others

  by larc in

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  do we judge others?

  it seems to be we don't judge about things we don't care about.

  for example, if you think inter-racial marriages are ok, then you don't judge people in a an inter-racial marriage.

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  animal

  Here is a great example of howone word can show judgementalism:

  DJ said:

  "I think that it is inconsiderate and selfish not to think that it is only a helmet and if it could help protect you then it is wiser to wear it. If not for the sake of the rider, then atleast for the sake of your spouse and children. I view a helmet the same way that I view a seatbelt. You are free to choose not to wear a seatbelt (in some states) but is is wiser if you do wear it. Simple as that............I'm a bit weary of hearing about the big mouths with their rights with regard to helmets. Wear it or not but don't try to make it legal to act irresponsibly. Laws are in place for our protection in most instances. Helmets and seatbelts fall into that category because unfortunately, some folks aren't wise enough to just do it."

  I understand her to be saying that anyone choosing to take charge of thier own safety is inconsiderate and selfish, not wise, have big mouths, and she is weary of it. While this is her opinion and she has every right to have it, it is judgemental... right or wrong.

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  Official Sign up for Xmas Gift Exchange! LOOK!

  by scootergirl in

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  some of you may have seen my previous thread regarding a secret gift exchange for the upcoming holiday season.

  http://www.jehovahs-witness.com/forum/thread.aspx?id=37180&site=3&page=1

  so here it is......the official sign up!

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  animal

  If I must............ but be careful, I am shy.

  Animal
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  Judging Others

  by larc in

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  do we judge others?

  it seems to be we don't judge about things we don't care about.

  for example, if you think inter-racial marriages are ok, then you don't judge people in a an inter-racial marriage.

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  animal

  Oh ya.. I havent been drunk or high in years.... I am known as "One beer Rick" back east, since thats all I have when I am driving. I dont fit the movie stereotype, at least not anymore.

  Also, my kids both rode since they were two.

  Animal
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  Judging Others

  by larc in

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  do we judge others?

  it seems to be we don't judge about things we don't care about.

  for example, if you think inter-racial marriages are ok, then you don't judge people in a an inter-racial marriage.

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  animal

  I know people that fit into the whole gambet. I am refered to as a "gray beard" biker... from the old school. I dont belong to a club, so I dont dress like a clubber. I ride every day, and hate driving a car or my truck. But thats me. I dont look at other riders and think anything negative, since I dont know them. I know plenty that I dont think nicely of, but its thier life, not mine... and my judging them wont change a thing and would only make me look like an ass.

  This is a good subject Larc, and covers a load of other lifestyles too. My life is bikes and has been for 30 years, so this is the only one I feel like I can give opinion on. I ride in 120 degrees, and have ridden in below zero weather. I am also heavily into the politics of riding.

  Animal
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  Judging Others

  by larc in

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  do we judge others?

  it seems to be we don't judge about things we don't care about.

  for example, if you think inter-racial marriages are ok, then you don't judge people in a an inter-racial marriage.

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  animal

  Larc,

  Thats why I jumped on this thread... we do very much see the judgementalism. Most of it is made from the movies etc... and the fact that a large number of Harley owners think they have to act like Marlen Brando or Peter Fonda to be cool.

  I have been turned away from bars and motels because of my look... I have also been looked down on at my different jobs because I aint shy about what I think about things reletive to my lifestyle, as opposed to hobby riders.

  Now, as a cool twist... many riders/bikers use terms like "wannabee", RUB (Rich Urban Biker), jap bike, etc. Those terms are judgemental and derogitory and in our group, Sons of Liberty Riders, we wont let people use those terms.

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  Judging Others

  by larc in

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  do we judge others?

  it seems to be we don't judge about things we don't care about.

  for example, if you think inter-racial marriages are ok, then you don't judge people in a an inter-racial marriage.

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  Read the label inside the helmet he will be forced to wear... before you spend money on the harley....

  "Serious injury or death can occur at speeds in exess of 15 MPH"

  Back to the thread... do you look at a helmetless rider and refer to him/her as stupid or a similar term?

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  Judging Others

  by larc in

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  do we judge others?

  it seems to be we don't judge about things we don't care about.

  for example, if you think inter-racial marriages are ok, then you don't judge people in a an inter-racial marriage.

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  animal

  interesting you should bring up helmets... in a helmet-free state, I should get a fine for not wearing one?

  Animal
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  Judging Others

  by larc in

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  do we judge others?

  it seems to be we don't judge about things we don't care about.

  for example, if you think inter-racial marriages are ok, then you don't judge people in a an inter-racial marriage.

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  animal

  I teach my kids that just one word can tip your hand... can show your prejudice or judgmentalism... to not do it. They hold up pretty good, but when I hear them slip up, I pursue it with them.

  I work hard to not tip my hand, while trying to get others to tip thiers. Life is fun.

  Animal
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  The D.C. area sniper

  by Bendrr in

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  on my lunch break today i was eating at fuddruckers and watching cnn (wish they'd put on fox news instead) and see another sniper shooting in virginia.. well i got to thinking.

  could this be terrorist activity?

  could it be an al-qaeda terrorist cell?

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  animal

  We talked about this today....

  what if it were a test, to see how people and the govt react... and after the test, do the same thing in a dozen other cities. It would scare the country shitless, and prove that the govt cannot protect them.

  What little info they have on the shooter is mostly speculation and WAGs (Wild Assed Guesses). If you live near there, keep your head down. If you dont, imagine that happening in your town.

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  **silentlambs WB11 News Video now online!**

  by Trauma_Hound in

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  the new york wb11 news video is now online!

  in new york for sending me the video.. .

  http://www.seattle-chat.com/video/.

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  animal

  I know the folks hosting the mirror site for the video.... I think they have a picture or two on the site.

  Animal