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>1) In spite of the fact I hate the Lakers in general and Kobe in particular, because of his selfishness, I now feel that he is due some props. He obviously is a step above other players in ability. Phoenix did everything to stop him in their playoff series. At least he scored more then 8 points in every game.
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>2) I find it rather appalling that in 21st century America we have a debate of our finest politicians running for president and several hands actually raise to the question "Who does not believe in Evolution"?

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>>>>>>>>Last night, when I said my prayers before bedtime, I asked God to help the Warriors beat the Dallas Mavs.
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>>>>>>>>It's nothing personal...I just enjoy seeing the Mavs lose. Just like I enjoy seeing the Cowboys lose, and the Yankees lose. As a matter of fact, I hope Mark Cuban never wins an NBA championship.
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>>>>>>>>Well, tonight, the Warriors (my new favorite NBA team) smoked the Mavs. Good times.
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>>>>>>>>God is a Warriors fan!!!
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>>>>>>>Actually, He's an opportunist. Haven't you noticed that whoever wins announces that God was on their side? I think He only makes his picks after the game is over.
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>>>>>>Oh, that drives me batty. The unknown who won the Masters golf tournament this year started out by thanking Jesus Christ. If his faith brings him strength, hey, great, but I hope he doesn't really believe deities care who wins a golf tournament or a ballgame.
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>>>>>They don't? So that little voice who tells me who to bet on is a fraud? Jeez. No wonder I keep losing! I just thought I was being tested.
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>>>>Perhaps you are listening to the wrong voice. Is the voice coming from your left or right? This is important. You see I learned in Catholic School that the devil is on your left and God is on you right side. :)
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>>>I don't remember from the last time, so I'll have to wait until he shows up again. All I can tell you for sure is that he looks exactly like me except that he's only a couple of inches tall. He wears on a red robe and has little nubs on the top of his head. Must be always hungry too because he carries a small fork.
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>>Be careful! That could be one of those republican Presidential nominees. Do not believe a word that little fellow tells you. He just wants your soul. :)