tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058344677152220440.comments2010-05-27T06:12:29.014-05:00A Realist Living in a Relative Worldr.j.hartberghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11470856309173487549noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058344677152220440.post-43462038977633300352010-05-27T06:12:29.014-05:002010-05-27T06:12:29.014-05:00I can't imagine a reader of this story failing...I can't imagine a reader of this story failing to grasp the intense emotion and sacrifice made by the Ragman/Jesus. Even a skeptic or agnostic person would have a hard time avoiding a broken heart at what the Ragman did for supposedly undeserving people.<br /><br />"While we were yet sinners, Christ died for us". <br />Greg LGreg Lerdahlnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058344677152220440.post-42343371790071429222008-11-26T00:03:00.001-06:002008-11-26T00:03:00.001-06:00wait...no im not...wait...no im not...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058344677152220440.post-60188292033308160702008-11-26T00:03:00.000-06:002008-11-26T00:03:00.000-06:00hey Ryan....i forgot to tell you....i am sorry.hey Ryan....i forgot to tell you....i am sorry.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058344677152220440.post-24551267974108522672008-11-25T22:49:00.000-06:002008-11-25T22:49:00.000-06:00i wouldnt be caught dead in one either...that is u...i wouldnt be caught dead in one either...that is unless you painted a naked lady on the side and added a balls sack to the tailgate...that would change everything!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058344677152220440.post-32456955660314376712008-10-18T00:17:00.000-05:002008-10-18T00:17:00.000-05:00Nicely put janeabelle! I have to agree. Without ...Nicely put janeabelle! I have to agree. Without life, all other issues would be inconsequential.chartberghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14552874544352640376noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058344677152220440.post-67171126934852054922008-10-16T12:28:00.000-05:002008-10-16T12:28:00.000-05:00I'm voting for a canidate that chooses to protect ...I'm voting for a canidate that chooses to protect the lives of all citizens, especially those who can't speak for themselves. Unborn babies, those with disabilities, and the elderly.<BR/><BR/>This might be "one issue" but I believe it is more important than any issue. So important that it's in our Declaration of Independence: <BR/><BR/>"We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness."<BR/><BR/>It may seem foolish to some to base a vote (and party affiliation) on just one thing, I do not. The right to life is an issue that encompasses all people and all things. <BR/><BR/>Ours is a country founded on principles and convictions. The loosening of morality in this country is appalling. That as a society we are more focused on saving the earth and seals and frogs than we are PEOPLE.<BR/><BR/>As a mother I know what it's like to have life inside of me, and that anyone can tell me it's only life because I choose it to be is just ridiculous. In fact, many people today argue that if we knew as much about DNA then as we do now, Roe V Wade may have had much different results. <BR/><BR/>So, dear author, while I agree with you that we must vote for the good of our fellow citizens, I would like to implore you to recognize that one issue may be all it takes to do that.Janeabellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06316966998645839123noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058344677152220440.post-18867215474115080662008-10-01T21:25:00.000-05:002008-10-01T21:25:00.000-05:00Very clever!Very clever!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058344677152220440.post-87504965343536579722008-06-16T12:52:00.000-05:002008-06-16T12:52:00.000-05:00I'll have to agree with you. The McChicken is muc...I'll have to agree with you. The McChicken is much better, and it's on the Dollar Menu. "Southern Style"? Really? It that what McD calls Southern cookin'? When I think of Southern Style anything, I think about spice, heat, saucey. It had none of the above.Tim Adamanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09157338612431123195noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058344677152220440.post-55265654302385450892008-05-06T12:34:00.000-05:002008-05-06T12:34:00.000-05:00Ryan,Dude, you are really making us think. You had...Ryan,<BR/>Dude, you are really making us think. You had me wanting to look at the end to see what the out come was going to be, but I held back and read every work. <BR/><BR/>Keep up the great work and keep them coming. <BR/><BR/>jonAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058344677152220440.post-27540955257245107882008-04-29T19:04:00.000-05:002008-04-29T19:04:00.000-05:00Did you read Blue Like Jazz? Doesn't Miller grapp...Did you read Blue Like Jazz? Doesn't Miller grapple with some of this in a round about way?<BR/><BR/>Maybe the answer is in the beatitudes. Blessed are the merciful, for they should obtain mercy.<BR/><BR/>Should we feel guilt ridden for having possessions or should we instead act mercifully to those who are not as well off physically, mentally, or economically? It seems like a beautiful circle. We help someone and they are better off, and in return we are better off for taking some of the focus off of us and our needs. <BR/><BR/>I don't know...I just know I feel a lot better when I'm not so worried about me. But I know it's hard to get to that place when I'm not worried about me. It seems like there is way too much stuff that enables me to think only about me and my family.Annehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08189533212262068238noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058344677152220440.post-1619251592938372272008-04-26T08:31:00.000-05:002008-04-26T08:31:00.000-05:00I really like this, Ryan. The end made me say, "O...I really like this, Ryan. The end made me say, "Oh no! Those dang messages!" heheHaackhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17945030558800810915noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058344677152220440.post-35998688379234054442008-04-26T08:28:00.000-05:002008-04-26T08:28:00.000-05:00This comment has been removed by the author.Haackhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17945030558800810915noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058344677152220440.post-87990236897853442592008-04-24T14:44:00.000-05:002008-04-24T14:44:00.000-05:00Nice! I'm seeing a book in your future..."Deep Th...Nice! I'm seeing a book in your future..."Deep Thoughts by Ryan Hartberg"...or is that Jack Handy? Anyway, I envision it being a compilation of short quips like you've been putting on your blog. I like where your head is at. Very insightful and gives me (& everyone) something to ponder. You challenge me to look at things from a different vantage point...one of the things I love about you!chartberghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14552874544352640376noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058344677152220440.post-72160446498352261742008-04-02T14:57:00.000-05:002008-04-02T14:57:00.000-05:00Let's get a picture on here of your new daughter! ...Let's get a picture on here of your new daughter! I've been looking all day for one!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058344677152220440.post-309783197509751412008-03-28T09:05:00.000-05:002008-03-28T09:05:00.000-05:00I don't think I had a "day" yet. I'm still waitin...I don't think I had a "day" yet. I'm still waiting for it...<BR/>-RyanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058344677152220440.post-45981660006899677762008-03-27T18:40:00.000-05:002008-03-27T18:40:00.000-05:00Ryan,Where have you been? This group was formed i...Ryan,<BR/><BR/>Where have you been? This group was formed in the late 80's. That was in "my day." When was your day?<BR/><BR/>JonAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058344677152220440.post-16316385055936724322008-03-22T20:12:00.000-05:002008-03-22T20:12:00.000-05:00We were charged $72 in late fees because I rented ...We were charged $72 in late fees because I rented Once the night before we did our Christmas in Wisconsin tour. We intended on returning the videos (Michael rented one too) to Movies America on the way out of town. We forgot. Needless to say, by the time we got the movies back to M.A. we expected some late fees. $72 was not what we expected. Unfortunately, Michael paid the fees, before we could contest the fine. We asked the manager to call us twice. He did not. We do not rent from Movies America anymore. Netflix is our only means of getting videos. And...I don't look at the movie Once with tremendous affection. Music was wonderful, but everytime I hear it on the radio I think of what else I could have purchased with the fine money. <BR/>By the way...I fully expect that we should be fined. We goofed. I just think $72 is excessive.Annehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08189533212262068238noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058344677152220440.post-42940861011182753862008-03-09T15:22:00.000-05:002008-03-09T15:22:00.000-05:00Thanks for the nice comments. Here's my latest th...Thanks for the nice comments. <BR/><BR/>Here's my latest thing at work, trying to find balance for our leaders and their employees. We've got a few employee situations that need resolving, and so I've used the 50/50 speech. I feel 50% of our action in any given situation as leaders must be business focused, sometimes viewed as harsh, unrelenting and cold. It is to get to the bottom line. The other 50% of our action as leaders should be compasssionate, reasonable and understanding that life is just as important as work. If we move or are led to a 30/70 split in our dealings as leaders, i.e more "people caring", then the organization does not get done what it needs to as we become too understanding, miss deadlines, make costly mistakes and don't have people doing the work they are paid to do, and possibly even get taken advantage of. Likewise, if we move to a 70/30 split we may get things done out of fear for termination if they don't, but we will lose the soul of the organziation and it will become a uncomfortable workplace where no one will want to or be able to work to their full potential.<BR/><BR/>My other mantra, "unable" and "unwilling" get you a ticket out of the organization.<BR/><BR/>I'll bookmark the blog and try to check back weekly.<BR/><BR/>DJHAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058344677152220440.post-13011809733277388882008-02-15T23:34:00.000-06:002008-02-15T23:34:00.000-06:00Same sex marriage 'could/can be' legal. Marriage ...Same sex marriage 'could/can be' legal. <BR/><BR/>Marriage between a man and a woman is the way God intended it to be. In my experience, much of the resistance to same sex marriage comes from the Christian community. <BR/><BR/>The world is fallen and does not follow God's plan. If the 'world/society' votes for a government that passes same sex marriage than that's what the world does. It is the duty of Christians to vote for the politicians that best represents His Word. <BR/><BR/>What the world does will not change the Word of God.<BR/><BR/>My opinion is that Christians, the majority of people against same sex marriage, need to keep in mind that people of this world are going to act like people of this world. It is not the job of Christians to judge and criticize, but to bring the Word to people so they can make their own decision about God, and how He would like us to live our lives. <BR/><BR/>This is definitely an issue bigger than just a few words on a blog so I welcome any retort/response/criticism.<BR/><BR/>Much Love,Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058344677152220440.post-90860373347167959032008-02-15T23:33:00.000-06:002008-02-15T23:33:00.000-06:00I am a full-time employee and (for now) a part-tim...I am a full-time employee and (for now) a part-time student getting my Masters on nights and weekends.<BR/><BR/>As for "borrowing", my class already met on this topic. We handed in a brief essay and discussed the topic, so this was more out of curiosity than anything.<BR/><BR/>I appreciate everyone's concerns, though, keep them coming.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058344677152220440.post-67666594136118737072008-02-15T23:18:00.000-06:002008-02-15T23:18:00.000-06:00I chose "other" because of the term "same-sex marr...I chose "other" because of the term "same-sex marriage". Whether it is called "marriage" or "civil union", the benefits stated by anonymous should be made legal to homosexual couples in a commited relationship, just as they are to heterosexual couples.<BR/><BR/>Perhaps you should learn to change your post date/time so people can quit harrassing you about when you blog. It is possible. <BR/><BR/>What's the difference between using a blog to generate comments for classroom discussions or going to the local coffee shop and asking the same questions? Isn't the purpose of education to discuss what you are learning in order to create a more thoughtful response...all the better if it's out of class, isn't it? It means you are interested in what you are learning.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058344677152220440.post-22532662370328836042008-02-15T22:51:00.000-06:002008-02-15T22:51:00.000-06:00R,I would argue that it is not the proper role of ...R,<BR/><BR/>I would argue that it is not the proper role of the government, the church, or the public in general to selectively condemn "wrongs" that harm no one. Marriage in American society is the only means through which to access fundamental benefits, including the right to inherit property and child custody protection, not to mention employer benefits such as health and life insurance. It does not make sense to bar access to these benefits just because certain people cannot find it in themselves to be accepting of different lifestyle choices.<BR/><BR/>On a side note, does your prof know that u r using a blog to generate/"borrow" insightful comments for your classroom discussions?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058344677152220440.post-25571071624551945052008-02-15T22:39:00.000-06:002008-02-15T22:39:00.000-06:00Ryan -- I noticed you were posting in the afternoo...Ryan -- I noticed you were posting in the afternoon. Are you a full-time student, or do you have a job?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058344677152220440.post-41016146780276069842008-02-15T13:09:00.000-06:002008-02-15T13:09:00.000-06:00I'm back! Only see a few new things today. I mig...I'm back! Only see a few new things today. I might try to make my own blog while the kids nap...more for a project than because I'm that interested in blogging. Should clean, make cds of our pictures, & wash baby clothes...but blogging sounds like more fun. Love you!<BR/><BR/>~ChristyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6058344677152220440.post-14111657894405733222008-02-14T22:55:00.000-06:002008-02-14T22:55:00.000-06:00Like your blog! Can't wait to see what you write ...Like your blog! Can't wait to see what you write next. I love you!<BR/><BR/>~ ChristyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com