Opinions

So, I just got an email about a commercial against Proposition 8 in California. The commercial depicts LDS missionaries basically harassing a lesbian couple & tearing up their marriage license. I find it interesting that people are surprised at the church's stand against same sex marriage. We do, after all, have the proclamation on the family which spells out our beliefs on gender roles & families. HELLO people...it kills me that active members seem outraged that the church has asked members to support & defend the values that we hold along with many other denominations. Anyway, I thought the comment from a church rep was very good:
Scott Trotter with the Church released this statement, “The Church has joined a broad-based coalition in defense of traditional marriage. While we feel this is important to all of society, we have always emphasized that respect be given to those who feel differently on this issue. It is unfortunate that some who oppose this proposition have not given the Church this same courtesy.”

So, why is it that we all have to feel or believe what someone else wants us to? It seems that those who cry freedom of speech, freedom to believe as one chooses, are the same who ridicule & attack others for not agreeing with them. Is that backward to anyone else. I don't expect everyone else to agree with all my feelings or beliefs and I certainly don't want anyone else getting all up in my face if I don't agree with them. I'm a pretty stubborn girl & the more something's pushed on me the more I push back.

Can I tell you how glad I am that the election is over? While I am super excited about the results, I am not too surprised either. At least now I have a right to complain if things don't "change" as has been the promise/slogan of our newly elected official. I voted!


Side Note: Yes, I am still seeing Derek and NO I will not be blogging all details (Jen K. & Monica). :D If you are an inquiring mind....you have my phone # or email. We have fun together and I am enjoying having someone to do things with. It's all just nice & relaxed...just how it should be. Love to all!