Quote Originally Posted by ukgangster View Post
I normally get hay fever in June every year (got it now, but thanks to Loratadine its under control), however when I was in Tacloban in June 2004, I had no hay fever at all, same thing back in 1993 when I was working in Malta for the summer - no hay fever, so I can only assume its a problem in the UK.
Same with me; i only ever seem to suffer in the UK. I guess the grass and tree pollen is uniquely British

Quote Originally Posted by David House View Post
I don't think anyone objects to someone having their own beliefs. I certainly don't and can "tolerate" them without any problem. They can go to church and pray in private as often as they wish. My objection is when they introduce their beliefs into debates as matters of fact and without any real reason. There are plenty of religious forums where the converted can discuss these matters to their hearts content. I would rather see those with a religious conviction demonstrate their high morals in practical ways, through their behaviour rather than through words in a non religious forum.
I appreciate your observations but would say that there were at least two sets of beliefs introduced David. Please note that when population growth and poverty are discussed, it is quite common for a non-believer to introduce the notion that the blame sould be variously apportioned upon the Church, Catholicism, religion, etc. The believers summarily responded with their own view.

There are several fora where non-believers can discuss to their hearts content. Also, referring to high morals in this context is a tad facetious don't you think!

Let's be equitable. That is my final contribution.