Valithor

LOL - Lots of laughter

Don't all 16yo's have the minds of 10yo's? j/k

Does anyone know what Love is really about?

Thank-you for your reply. I enjoy such debates Good point - I see no reason why they have to be. I think the world is heading in that direction. Not sure its entirely accurate to compare a patriachal system with slavery.. I suspect its the combination of many factors. Possibly a combination of the "men are stronger" factor, a general "love thy neighbour", a "respect your elders", and probably a large degree of a courting gesture. I don't think its ever really been about "can't"... A 50kg woman may well be able to carry two 15kg suitcases from the car to the airport, but it would be more efficient for a 90kg man to carry them. (Considering a man and woman of average build/fitness) I'm embarassed to have written smart instead of knowledgable. Although its consistent with common usage, it is incorrect. I'm normally the one pointing that out.. Life is wonderful. My sincerest apologies. Keep smiling, V

Oh the ones with the chicken?

so was the guy on the windscreen.... ok.. sorry..

Hi all, Too much and not enough here for my liking... ... With reference to my previous post: The terms "men" and "women" refer to the two genders in our species. They differ in sexual function and form a required and complementary function in reproduction and hence the survival and promotion of the species. The differences do not stop there. Those of you who have studied the psycho-sexual theories of the 20th century will understand how deeply connected our "personality" is with our sexuality. Any notion of a comtemporary way of thinking that ignores this essence of our humanity is fundamentaly flawed. ... The debate over chivalry exists because of a differene in our cultural heritage and the recent evolution of our legal and subsequent ethical systems. Its important when considering chivalry to remember how it came to be in the first place and the social/cultural context of its development - not to mention the environmental issues around the world. Bart the Lover said: "Sometimes the obvious turns out be wrong" [sic] True. However, sometimes the answer lies right in front of us. Why do we need roles? Human beings have a rational and emotional brain. For these functions to biologically develop properly a social structure is required. A patriarchal way of thinking has dominated the world for centuries. It is a system that has worked well. However, human beings are creatures that seek knowledge and seek to better their lives. Over time, we have identified the weaknesses of our societal systems - sometimes through mutual development, other times through violent revolutions. We have sought to promote fairness and equality - from the abolishment of slavery to recent anti-discrimination laws we continue to search for a better world and a better society. As with the technological industry, the rate of such change has increased rapidly in the last century. Thus, the debate of chivalry exists. A debate such as this can turn from a logical and productive conversation into an emotional argument when the historical or contemporary cultural roles of "men" and "women" are confused or wrongly assosiated with the physiological and psycho-sexual differences. ... Personally, I am in favour of maintaining chivalry. Men have been and currently are (but maybe not always) bigger and stronger than women. We all live in a physical world (unlike this virtual forum) - it doesn't have to mean anything other than that. I don't think it stops there either. Rich people should help the poor. Smart people should educate the ignorant... etc. Keep smiling, V

hehe how true..

Nice quote...

tsk tsk... next you'll be saying the moon is made of cheese...

Heya

Heya Tom - I'm from Brisbane

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Thats FANTASTIC! :D:D

Have you never used a combo from it in your sparing?

Sorry.. but the rest of the world understands it slightly differently.. check out --> https://www.dictionary.com :D

I think its difficult to assiosiate a western word like gangster into an eastern culture..

LOL.. i can just imagine that.. all with shiny brass buckles..

Why is it that so many people focus on the adjective instead of the noun? Those who view the martial arts as nothing but learning to fight are missing out... missing out on much of what the arts have to offer - and probably missing out on much of what life has to offer too..

Its all about confidence..

Sheesh... Americans

Can you two be a little more specific.. i can't work out what either of you are actually saying..

Nice.. :D

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