@Roy

Re: “So what? Someone can be born in a family of scientists and yet be a hardcore creationist! Would that lend any credence to his arguments against evolution????”

…*beaming smile on face*… *clapping excitedly*… Oh boy-oh boy-oh boy!!! It is another round of The Non-Sequitur Game! Yay! My most favoritist game ever!... *performing happy feet dance*… And before you even say it, I already know I can never be the expert that you are at this game. Your evasive abilities are absolutely sublime… *dreamy look in eyes*… Nevertheless, you inspire me. Therefore, I simply MUST make the effort to at least TRY to better myself in this ancient practice you have so skillfully mastered. Here we go…

You: “Numerous scientific studies conducted by independent research facilities and universities have shown that those who smoke cigarettes are at a much greater risk of developing various forms of cancer.”

Me: “Oh, sure. So they say. However, have you ever considered all the testing that has been done showing how easily kidney failure could be avoided by simply not drinking concentrated lye solution? After all, a person can smoke a dozen packs of cigarettes a day, but there is very little doubt that person’s kidneys will completely fail if he/she drinks a large glass of concentrated lye solution. In which case, obviously, your entire argument of cancer being caused by smoking is totally immaterial.”

Such a fun game… *grinning*…

Re: “And he [Seek3R] called me a ‘hypocrite’ in addition to a stream of expletives punctuating his statements. I don’t indulge in such things. But frankly, I don’t mind.”

…*shocked look on face*… WHAT??? A hypocrite?!?... Oh, how DARE he! Don’t worry, though. I will definitely have a talk with that young man and get his ass straightened out in this matter. How could he possibly be so blind? After all, I am fairly certain that most everybody else on this site knows you are actually a Defender of Pedophiles and a Condoner of Homosexual Executions. His calling you a hypocrite is simply insulting and unacceptable. Hmph! The nerve of some people… *shaking head in disapproval*…

Re: “However, if you are going to be talking of stature, honor and stuff like that, I find it wanting.”

Awww… Once again, you say the sweetest things… *blushing*… As I have told you before, though, flattery does not work on me. Even so, compliment noted. By the way, I am really curious about something, if you don’t mind my asking. How on Earth do you keep from getting a permanent crick in your neck, or from going totally cross-eyed, while you constantly look down your nose at everybody in smug self-important arrogance? Is it just a natural ability you have, or do you have to conduct extensive training to acquire and maintain such amazing abilities? Inquiring minds want to know. And before you even say it, I already know what you are thinking: “But, Tin-Man, you are one of the most annoyingly arrogant, sarcastic, condescending smart-ass members on this site.”… *blushing again*… Aw, shucks… *waving hand in dismissal*… Please, enough with the flattery already. It’s embarrassing… *bashful grin*… Still, I suppose I understand what you are saying in a way. “Pot calling the kettle black”, right? Well, I would almost tend to agree with that were it not for one tiny little difference. That difference being I stand up and own who/what I am. I will be the FIRST to tell somebody I am a sarcastic asshole, because I (sometimes) believe in giving fair warning… *chuckle*… YOU, on the other hand, come trotting in here on your high-horse with your air of pious superiority boasting on and on about how you do not use foul language and how you are “above” using insults and belittling others. In reality, though, you lurk behind your thin veil of gratuitous “good manners” (which, by the way, barely conceals your pompous arrogance) and you criticize others for answering questions and stating their views clearly and directly simply because an individual may have used a word or two that you find to be “offensive”. Interestingly enough, it should be noted you seem to do that most often when confronted with a question and/or statement you would prefer to avoid. And all the while you often make it a point of reminding us all of how incredibly humble and respectful you are to others. So, if YOU find my talk of stature and honor “wanting”… *struggling not to bust out in laughter*… I am fairly confident I will somehow manage to survive your, um, failed attempt at a backhanded insult… *snicker-giggle*… If it makes you feel any better, though, I find your talk of humble modesty and respect for others to be incredibly hilarious… *chuckle*… Oh, before I forget, though, I really want to thank you for being here on this site with us. As I may have mentioned before, it is always wonderful having a representative of your caliber demonstrating for everybody the truly subversive and corrosive nature of your religion. Your efforts are truly appreciated.