Well, I can't imagine this topic not having gone astray. People don't leave their viewpoints at home to discuss anything in neutrality. For example, if we didn't want religion brought into this, maybe the thread should have stated "please leave your religious views at home when we talk about gay marriage,". :rollin I'm not sure that works ;) I guess I just see some side talks as necessary.

I'm wondering, Star, exactly what you want from this thread? A friend and I were talking the other day, and this person mentioned to me that they thought this topic had gone off track. I asked what they thought the track would be, and they said they thought some answer or compromise could be reached. I told that person that a compromise was a lot to ask for on this issue. And that it wasn't the point of this thread. So then, what is the point? Adult dialogue, opposing viewpoints, as much respect as we can muster for similarities and differences? I guess that's what I hope the point is. I don't see us getting much else done in here, ever, if that isn't the goal ;)

I guess I just wonder if this thread hasn't just hit way too close to home for too many people, honestly. I've seen so many people post on the offensive or defensive on this issue. A lot of people feel very strongly. But does that mean these things shouldn't come up in the future? I think not.

Having said all that, I'm not sure how to talk about this without extras. Do you just want us to copy and paste current news articles about gay marriage? Please leave some instruction before you go, if you really want this topic "back on track". :)



Nick :quitely