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P.S. I like this post.

Ok, so I LOVE watching Ghost Hunters (a show that comes on the SciFi channel here in the states-for those of you who live outside of my range and don't get to see it). They are cool because instead of going into to a place that has claims to be haunted and finding things that they can use to try to prove the haunting...instead, they go in and try to disprove the haunting...which is usually what ends up happening. Now, awhile back when I was watching the show they actually described the different types of "ghosts" we might end up coming in contact with. I don't remember them all now, I'd have to look them up. But it's something to do with a presense that continues when something tragic has happened (like a murder or suicide). There are also "orbs" that are supposed to be energy. And then there are "real hauntings" or "interactive hauntings" that usually end up being evil. But they have never said that they believe the "ghosts" are dead people walking around the house. Every now and then they do come in contact with a demonic possession...which they absolutely refuse to deal with. Which I think is rather big of them. They have made comments before that they just don't feel like they have a calling to go in and rid a house of a demon. So, they usually call in a minister who is trained in exorcisms and blessings and all that. He comes in and holds a service in the house. And usually he tells the person who owns the house that if they don't believe in the power of God...they should think about moving on. That also makes me think about the Amityville House, which the owners claimed to have been haunted. They went on to write a book and several movies have been made about the events in the house. This is one of those houses that probably had something from the demonic world inside...the owners have actually gone back in interviews and said that they were participating in religious acts that were unusual and that probably opened the doors to the Devil. (They were practicing levitation rituals and the like). So...all that to say, I don't believe in "ghosts" per say...such as dead people roaming the planet because God has decided they aren't ready to be home yet...but I do believe that people have experiences that can not be readily explained by an overactive imagination. I enjoy watching tv about hauntings and reading about hauntings...I think it's a mysterious world we live in...however, not going to become too obssessed with it because I think alot of it comes from people delving into something they should not be involved in. Oh, and I've had my experience with "other worldy phenomenon."

Oh my word! I love the packing peanuts one!! I am laughing as I think about his reaction to opening his car door and discovering the surprise inside. Our youth pastor is a good sport. He's never become angry about our pranks or ever even been vengeful. He has made the comment before though that I would make a good mob leader.

Ahhh...shrink wrap! Thanks!

These are some great ideas so far. I especially like the post it notes with Bible vs. Keep 'em coming ya'll!

Have the kids write Bible verses on them first. LOL! I like this one!! I also like the soda cans thing...though we would have to figure out a way to do it quietly...which I doubt would work, but it's an idea!!

Ok...so I work with alot of teens in a youth group and we have been pranking the youth pastor on an irregular schedule. I'm running out of ideas though. Before spring break we plan to saran wrap his car so I am looking for industrial saran wrap. I need some ideas for some good, clean pranks. It has to be something that does not cause damage and can be cleaned up. (Yeah, I know, what's the fun in that...) These teens are on the border line of losing control on a daily basis, so we have to prank in a responsible manner! (LOL) Any ideas of suggestions would be appreciated!

The term "pharisee" is used far too loosely in Christendom. Remember that it was the Pharisees who plotted against the Lord and conspired to His killing at the hands of the Romans. For centuries the Jewish people were persecuted and called "Christ killers" (And they still are). To me, to call someone a Pharisee - especially a fellow believer - is not that much different. How would you like to be called "Christ killer"? No thanks. I take back my labeling comment.

Being Christian does...lol. I am not laughing at you there, so please do not take offense. I dig the list, Trey. Actually...because I do not tend to describe myself in such a way, or my fellow believers, I still do not often use these words. Although now that the words are in my head...there are a few people who I wouldn't mind labeling...

P.S. I am now *googling* to find the definition of a Pharisee... web definition: a self-righteous or sanctimonious person P.P.S. I am now *googling* to find the definition of sanctimonious Feigning piety or righteousness: “a solemn, unsmiling, sanctimonious old iceberg that looked like he was waiting for a vacancy in the Trinity” (Mark Twain). Of or practicing hypocrisy Self-righteous, hypocritical about one's own holiness ahhhh...I feel better now. (Teaching first grade all day does not often include words like Pharisee and sanctimonious).

2. If you're disgusted by the moral filth that is playing out of your own VCR/DVD player. LOL!!!

This sounds like a job for Lancelot Link!

I saw your picture on your profile, Michelle, you look like a pretty harmless beast to me. LOL! Well, ya know, that's me on a good day...smilin' for the camera! (sorta)

My state is awesome!!

The teens at church call me a beast. They constantly yell, "Michelle's a Beast!"

I've made the comment before that I pretty much read anything and everything. I am going to be finishing another book tonight (or actually, probably tomorrow night because I have to stay here at school until 7pm for parent/teacher night). Once I have completed that book, I will have a problem because I do not know what to read next. So, I'm wondering...what is your favorite book? (Besides the Bible of course). You tell me and I'll look it up on Amazon to see if it's something I have read or would like to read. Thanks a bunch!

It's under appeal right now. I wouldn't be surprised if she was let off and then her mother sues the system (judicial and school). But of course we won't hear about that...

I changed the way my husband dressed... I married a man who is 9 years older (almost 10 years older than me). When I met him, he was still wearing Bugle Boy, bleached blue jeans and the ever popular grunge look, flannel over a t-shirt. And of course he had high-tops (come rain or shine, warm or cold weather, he had those puppies on!) So that's what I changed. I bought him some clothes while we were dating...my mom did as well. And now he looks decent. He still wears the jeans and the t-shirts but the jeans are darker and the t-shirts that he wears on the OUTSIDE do not have holes in them (however what he wears on the inside of his clothes is a different matter all together!) Other than that...he is who he is, and I married him for it.

If the peep hole told him it was J.W.'s, my one older brother used to simply answer his door naked! (This is NOT recommended.........)

I am in agreement with you. I am a firm believer in the Holy Spirit convicting people of what is right and wrong in their Christian walk. I love crime dramas (My favorite shows are: CSI, CSI Miami, Numbers, The Unit, and my absolute favorite at the moment: Criminal Minds). This is secular TV...which some Christians would be appaled at. Some Christians do not allow a television set in their homes...but that is their choice. Now there are some things I do not watch...like late night HBO! LOL! If I have a feeling of guilt for laying my eyes on something, I *gasp* turn the tube to a different channel. I believe God cares what we become obsessed with, what our thoughts dwell on...but if you are like me...you are busy and constantly going...if I get a moment to stop and dwell on a show I watched on TV...I would be be absolutely amazed.

LOL! The JW's used to come to our house all the time. It seemed like every Saturday morning we would get a knock on the door. We finally stopped answering. At first it was just two people at the door. It got to be a car load after awhile though. They would knock, we would peek out the curtains, and our dog would bark hysterically...but we would not open the door. Well...bless their souls, they came one Saturday with a woman who knew ASL. I could see her out of the window signing to the people she was with. They also left a little tract for people in the deaf community. I was so embarrassed!! They haven't been back since that encounter though. Some of you are right...even though it got extremely annoying to have these people knock on our door every Saturday morning...they are def. not shy about sharing their faith.

This is from the NetFlix website...Terms of Use Agreement Provided you continue to be a paying subscriber of our service, you may keep the DVDs delivered to you as long as you like. We do not impose any required return dates (other than upon cancellation of the service). Given that we have no required return dates, we do not charge any late fees. You will be required to return the movies within 7 days following any cancellation of the service or be subject to charge for unreturned DVDs. Also, you may be charged for movies that you lose. As an additional member benefit, we will replace the occasional lost DVD free of charge. However, in the rare event that the number of lost DVDs on your account becomes excessive, as we may determine in our sole and absolute discretion, we will notify you that your account has been placed on hold for review and may charge your Payment Method for the estimated cost of the lost DVD(s). We will alert you of any potential charges prior to charging your Payment Method. So you didn't have to pay for the movie. You could have waited until you found it. But since you went ahead and paid for it, it belongs to you. If you find it, you keep it, because you paid for it. NetFlix probably would not refund your money because once you paid for the lost movie they probably bought another one to replace the one that they did not get back.

uhm...yeah.

I live in town...but because it's a small town, there is alot of distance between us and the neighbors. I tease my neighbor because one night she claims she saw a bunch of "lights" hovering over her house. She was convinced it was other wordly intelligence trying to contact us. I always wonder why these intelligent beings always pick the oddest places to make their presence known (ha, ha). Anyways, this light or whatever it was this morning...definately was odd. Between you and me, I don't think I am going to tell my neighbor seeing as how I tease her about her "sighting." I'm so horrible. Geez, this thing was so low and so fast though...I'm intrigued. And to Mike...ya'll must love living out where you are. My husband and I are getting ready to build a house out in the country on 5 acres of land. I'm excited as I enjoy the solitude. I think I'm just a hermit at heart. I love the night sky. Whenever the weather man says to look outside because we might catch a glimpse of something, I'm out there. I like lunar eclipses, and space shuttles launching at night, and meteor showers...but I've never seen anything like this before. Oh well. I'm going to tell my husband when he comes home that I not only witnessed a UFO but was also sucked up by the craft this morning...nothing like a discussion about alien abduction to livin' up a relationship!!

It makes me feel warm and fuzzy inside to know I'm just another one of your crack pot friends. However, I enjoyed the little story about the imperfect pot and the pretty flowers. Nice.