I don’t agree with Ralph about the cause of climate change–I’m more inclined to believe that there is a natural warming trend which is being dramatically accelerated by human activity. But Tim, it seems to me you are accusing Ralph of something he’s not doing here.
David Hill said:TonyWalsham said:
Nope.They died out 65 million years ago.
Do you care to try again with another half assed guess?
No, you’re doing fine with the half-assedness without me. Actually I retract that, you are a full fledged ass. There, I’ve lowered myself down to your world. Are you happy?
David,
When it comes to half-assed, half-cocked and other incomplete propositions you are the absolute champion, there’s no disputing that! You delivered, and still deliver, the absolute proof! 
mike omalley said:I don't know the cause of global warming. I presented another possibility. I do believe the Earth and the Sun play a much more significant role in our weather than man does. I hardly see this as unreasonable and have yet to see any proof to the contrary. Ralph
I don't agree with Ralph about the cause of climate change--I'm more inclined to believe that there is a natural warming trend which is being dramatically accelerated by human activity. But Tim, it seems to me you are accusing Ralph of something he's not doing here.
mike omalley said:
Here we go again. I predict
- someone will soon post that it’s X degrees where he is, with X inches of snow, therefore global warming is a lie
- Ron will post from Alaska and tell us all how we are on “the road to serfdom”
- someone will make a post pointing out that last year was “the warmest year on record,” and therefore global warming is a fake and a fraud.
- Someone will make a post claiming that Al Gore flies to the post office in a coal fueled jet and keeps the windows open in his heated barn all winter long, sol there ya go, it’s all made up.
I’ll betcha…
Please don’t quasi quote me. In fact, I would appreciate it if you don’t quote me at all unless you can place what I have written in its proper context. All I see here in this post of yours is a whole lot of whining that someone MIGHT disagree with your political beliefs on what SHOULD be a scientific matter, which AGW is NOT. AGW is nothing but pure Left-wing political hype. If you want to whine about your PERCEPTIONS of what others MIGHT think or say, perhaps you need to stay completely out of topics such as this one. IF, on the other hand, you choose to address the actual topic, then please do so.
mike omalley said:Mike, exactly what am I accusing Ralph of? I replied in response to his attack and stated that my question, as to who was responsible for global warming, was NOT, repeat NOT, directed at him or his posting, but was directed at the initial 'shouting' capital case letter topic heading by David. Ralph jumped in and WRONGLY assumed that I was referring to his posting. I did not even read his link as his post was of no interest to me and I have not any intention of doing so. Read back over Ralph's last few postings and tell me that there is no intent to insult myself by inuendo or direct statement. Ralph certainly is free and easy with the insults, certainly not what one would expect from a christian!
I don't agree with Ralph about the cause of climate change--I'm more inclined to believe that there is a natural warming trend which is being dramatically accelerated by human activity. But Tim, it seems to me you are accusing Ralph of something he's not doing here.
Tim Brien said:FIRST THE CAPS IN THE TITLE OF THIS THREAD WAS DUE TO ME BEING TOO LAZY TO TYPE THE TITLE, INSTEAD I CUT AND PASTED.mike omalley said:Mike, exactly what am I accusing Ralph of? I replied in response to his attack and stated that my question, as to who was responsible for global warming, was NOT, repeat NOT, directed at him or his posting, but was directed at the initial 'shouting' capital case letter topic heading by David. Ralph jumped in and WRONGLY assumed that I was referring to his posting. I did not even read his link as his post was of no interest to me and I have not any intention of doing so. Read back over Ralph's last few postings and tell me that there is no intent to insult myself by inuendo or direct statement. Ralph certainly is free and easy with the insults, certainly not what one would expect from a christian!
I don't agree with Ralph about the cause of climate change--I'm more inclined to believe that there is a natural warming trend which is being dramatically accelerated by human activity. But Tim, it seems to me you are accusing Ralph of something he's not doing here.
I appreciate your high regard for Christians Tim “…certainly not what one would expect from a christian!”
There is a bumper sticker saying that rings true here, “Christians aren’t Perfect. We are simply Saved.” Your opinion of the statement is irrelevant.
P.S. If my spelling is sloppy, blame my spell-checker.
Tim Brien said:Tim, You are the only one who mentioned God. Once again disrespecting any one who believes differently than you. This was your third post on the subject of global warming. This is your so called response to the "shouting".mike omalley said:Mike, exactly what am I accusing Ralph of? I replied in response to his attack and stated that my question, as to who was responsible for global warming, was NOT, repeat NOT, directed at him or his posting, but was directed at the initial 'shouting' capital case letter topic heading by David. Ralph jumped in and WRONGLY assumed that I was referring to his posting. I did not even read his link as his post was of no interest to me and I have not any intention of doing so. Read back over Ralph's last few postings and tell me that there is no intent to insult myself by inuendo or direct statement. Ralph certainly is free and easy with the insults, certainly not what one would expect from a christian!
I don't agree with Ralph about the cause of climate change--I'm more inclined to believe that there is a natural warming trend which is being dramatically accelerated by human activity. But Tim, it seems to me you are accusing Ralph of something he's not doing here.
“Tony,
if it is not manmade then only one other entity/deity/being could be responsible - GOD!”
This mocks all those who believe in God.
I have never stated I was a Christian. As usual, your foot is in your mouth.
I guess if you consider that an insult, then I insulted you.
You have graced us with such fine topics as: America- A Nation of Exceptionalism or Smug sense of Superiority.
How about: The American Economy.
So why don’t you just go back to being the self proffessed oracle of Oz and stop being a text book definition of a troll.
We know you have a contempt for Americans as well as anyone who does not believe as you do.
If you have to remind us everytime you have an opinion on anything…I will be there to point it out.
Ralph
Ralph,
if I have an opinion on everything then that is because I take an interest in the whole world and how it impacts on me. I have an interest in other countries and regularly involve myself in both American PBS news shows, talk shows and current affair news shows from other countries, as well as my own country broadcasts. I see the world as global , not parochial.
You want to check up on my postings, then be aware that I will be there to follow your thoughts on topics, although to date you seem to have contributed very little of intellectual interest to any of the recent discussions. HJ took you to task recently and mysteriously your 'cookies' prevented you logging in. Well, that is your story. Got a little hot and uncomfortable did it? You have shown that there are no holds barred in so far as name calling, but I will not stoop to your level of supposed integrity. I feel a cookie block coming on, again!!!!!!!
Have seen very little of your railroad modelling lately. Good to see your buddy is getting on with it though.Ralph Berg said:Ralph, if you believe that I am a troll then why not do as suggested and ignore me. By responding you are admitting that I am not a troll. If you wish to compete on a level play field then you need to pick up your game.
.... and stop being a text book definition of a troll.
Quote:" Usage
Application of the term troll is highly subjective. Some readers may characterize a post as trolling, while others may regard the same post as a legitimate contribution to the discussion, even if controversial. The term is often used to discredit an opposing position, or its proponent, by argument fallacy ad hominem.
Often, calling someone a troll makes assumptions about a writer’s motives. Regardless of the circumstances, controversial posts may attract a particularly strong response from those unfamiliar with the robust dialogue found in some online, rather than physical, communities. Experienced participants in online forums know that the most effective way to discourage a troll is usually to ignore him or her, because responding tends to encourage trolls to continue disruptive posts — hence the often-seen warning: “Please do not feed the trolls”.
Frequently, someone who has been labelled a troll by a group may seek to redeem their reputation by discrediting their opponents, for example by claiming that other members of the group are closed-minded, conspirators, or trolls themselves."
I would like to thankyou for the compliment and have changed my signature to “Oracle of Oz”. Now each time you come across it you will know that you were responsible for the compliment.
I need to pick up my game?
I find no need to insult Australians and those who don’t believe as I do at every opportunity.
I could go back and repost every time you have insulted Christians and Americans. I would not have to go back very far…and find hundreds of posts.
As for what I add to any discussion…how would you know? Your responses to most of what I post shows quite clearly that you do not read what I have posted.
Your recent response to the post on credit default swaps shows that not only did you not read the link…but you have no clue what a credit default swap is.
HJ has taken me to task? Funny you should invoke your hero’s name. For what you are is a HJ wanna be. Unfortunately for you, you have neither the intelligence or wit to pull it off.
Despite your modeling skill, I wouldn’t piss on you if you were on fire.
I’m sure HJ would be happy to translate for you.
Ralph
Ralph,
you just proved the very character that you are. Try harder next time buddy, it’s all water off a duck’s back to me. Eventually, you will show exactly what you are and I will be no worse for wear.
Ralph Berg wrote, Quote: " I find no need to insult Australians and those who don’t believe as I do at every opportunity." You have personally insulted me in most of your posts in this topic thread and you state “I find no need to insult Australians…” Does the word liar mean anything to you, or are you so in touch with your own self-importance that you do not need to remember what you post. A legend in your own mind. You continue to insult me and yet state that you find no need to insult. Have you seen a psychiatrist lately? Could be time for a checkup. Keep up the meds.
In so far as credit default swaps, all you could show was that you can copy and paste. You did not prove that you actually understood any of it. HJ really got under your skin, didn’t he, with his posting questioning something in your past. Got you on edge did it. Like to leave the past behind, do you? Cookie lockout about to happen? In so far as HJ translating for me, did you say something in German did you?
Ding! Take a breather.
Queen to bishop 5, check.
Just how late is the 10:27? Anybody know for sure?
Tim Brien said:
Ralph, you just proved the very character that you are. Try harder next time buddy, it's all water off a duck's back to me. Eventually, you will show exactly what you are and I will be no worse for wear.Ralph Berg wrote, Quote: " I find no need to insult Australians and those who don’t believe as I do at every opportunity." You have personally insulted me in most of your posts in this topic thread and you state “I find no need to insult Australians…” Does the word liar mean anything to you, or are you so in touch with your own self-importance that you do not need to remember what you post. A legend in your own mind. You continue to insult me and yet state that you find no need to insult. Have you seen a psychiatrist lately? Could be time for a checkup. Keep up the meds.
In so far as credit default swaps, all you could show was that you can copy and paste. You did not prove that you actually understood any of it. HJ really got under your skin, didn’t he, with his posting questioning something in your past. Got you on edge did it. Like to leave the past behind, do you? Cookie lockout about to happen? In so far as HJ translating for me, did you say something in German did you?
I don’t start the insults. You do.
I do not deny insulting you. I find no need to insult Australians for being Australian. Understand now? You, however, find the need to insult millions every chance you get. States, regions, countries, any religion.
No, your Master did not get under my skin. I’m sure he has an fine minion in you.
Ralph