Comments by Bobby Tony | Eastern NC Now

GS, it is a good think you did not get to Duke to study under Dr. Rhine.

"Rhine's experiments with Zener cards were discredited due to the discovery that sensory leakage or cheating could account for all his results such as the subject being able to read the symbols from the back of the cards and being able to see and hear the experimenter to note subtle clues.[7] Terence Hines has written:

The methods the Rhines used to prevent subjects from gaining hints and clues as to the design on the cards were far from adequate. In many experiments, the cards were displayed face up, but hidden behind a small wooden shield. Several ways of obtaining information about the design on the card remain even in the presence of the shield. For instance, the subject may be able sometimes to see the design on the face-up card reflected in the agent’s glasses. Even if the agent isn’t wearing glasses it is possible to see the reflection in his cornea.[8]

Once Rhine took precautions in response to criticisms of his methods, he was unable to find any high-scoring subjects.[9] Due to the methodological problems, parapsychologists no longer utilize card-guessing studies.[10]"

Commented: Sunday, May 31st, 2015 @ 5:05 pm By: Bobby Tony

Ted McD. Good luck with that One paragraph thing-a-ma-giggy.

Commented: Sunday, May 31st, 2015 @ 4:19 pm By: Bobby Tony

Good lessons are learned the hard way.
"And it was over - the dreams, all that work to get to that point - and its over."
Now as a good capitalist, I would assume that you bought the beer with their money. After all your contribution was to take the risk, right?

Commented: Sunday, May 31st, 2015 @ 4:12 pm By: Bobby Tony

Stan, what position did you play? As you can see, I played a very mean bench.

Commented: Sunday, May 31st, 2015 @ 3:14 pm By: Bobby Tony

I wish to hell that would have worked in the 1960's with back seat discretions.

Commented: Sunday, May 31st, 2015 @ 9:50 am By: Bobby Tony

Are you sure you want to advertise that you had a Reverend in your family? "Rev. W.D.McD" kind of has a ring to it. At the risk of starting an argument, sounds like he could build a large congregation.

Commented: Sunday, May 31st, 2015 @ 8:27 am By: Bobby Tony

Here is the rest of the story. One of my best friends during grammar school and later high school became the first Team quarterback on the Varsity team. Bill was about my size 5ft 7 inches tall and weighing all of about 130 lbs. Bass High was built in a horseshoe formation where the back playground was visible from all the classrooms on that side of the building. We used to play sandlot touch football during recess. Once Coach Bud was looking out the window, called one of my classmates over, and asks him, “Who is that little kid running the ball now, he’s pretty good”. Gem told him it was me. He just said “Oh” and went back to teaching.
Gem later told me of the conversation and I sought out Coach Bud and asked him why he did not play me when I was on the team and now saying I was a good player. In his kindest manner (not his strong suit), he said that I lacked the self-discipline to be a team player. I was pissed off big time, but it turns out he was right again. Coach Bud was not all about football.
Looking back now the term “Testa Dura”, an Italian phrase meaning Hardhead, comes to mind. My mother used it from time to time.
I would like to say I have finally learned that lesson, but I would not like to put to a vote.

Commented: Sunday, May 31st, 2015 @ 7:00 am By: Bobby Tony

No criticism, I was just hoping we had turned the page on the past and moved to a more positive and affirmative discussion of how CBF was providing a framework for those disaffected by the SBC takeover.

Commented: Saturday, May 30th, 2015 @ 7:07 am By: Bobby Tony

Thanks for a more positive post. I have done some basic research on the CBF, which is HQ right here in Decatur, Ga. I think they provide a viable alternative to the SBC. I notice that they refrain from issuing proclamations regarding politics, candidates etc. I include this from their website.
Why does CBF exist?
“CBF is a renewal movement among Baptist Christians. CBF exists because of the belief in historic Baptist principles of soul freedom, Bible freedom, church freedom and religious freedom. Soul freedom is the belief in priesthood of the believer and the affirmation that every person has the freedom and responsibility to relate directly to God without the imposition of creed or control of clergy or government.
Bible freedom is the belief in the authority of scripture, which under the Lordship of Christ, is central to the life of individuals and churches. Every Christian has the freedom and right to interpret and apply scripture under the leadership of the Holy Spirit.
Church freedom is the belief in the autonomy of every local church as free, under the Lordship of Christ, to determine their membership and leadership, to order their worship and work, to ordain whomever they perceive as gifted for ministry, and to participate as they deem appropriate in the larger body of Christ.
Religious freedom is the belief in freedom of, for and from religion, as well as separation of church and state.
CBF’s other core values include biblically-based Global Missions, the resource model of discovering and providing resources to empower churches and individuals to their mission and calling, a commitment to justice and reconciliation, a belief in lifelong learning and ministry for both laity and clergy, trustworthiness and effectiveness.”
I could not quibble with any of this statement of purpose.
We agree more than you realize or give me credit for. All I was saying is that all viewpoints should be open for discussion and action. The freedom of association of any group is dependent on the group having core beliefs. If they do not have that, they will splinter into other groups. Religions are the proof of that. Why rail against a group because they do not espouse your viewpoint. Just move to group that is more in line with your thinking.
I cannot begin to argue scripture or ecclesiastical doctrine with you (if that is what we are arguing about, I defer to you) but I do believe that it is up to the individual to make that determination for themselves. That was confirmed in their statement above.
It is my hope that they continue to grow and prosper in their efforts to bring more people into the fellowship. There is room for all viewpoints.

Commented: Friday, May 29th, 2015 @ 6:50 pm By: Bobby Tony

When my local store stops carrying the brand I like, I just switch stores but sometimes, if I am feeling particularly brave, I just try the new brand and see if I like it. That is how I learned to like and eat Escargot. Even though they served in a curled shell, as a naïve layman, I enjoyed it until a “professional food expert” told me it was just French for snails. I still like them but have been unable to find any that are simply labeled as “SNAILS”. Regardless of how they are packaged, labeled or presented on the shelf, it is the “Escargot” that I enjoy. The rest is just packaging. Generally, there are many varieties on the same shelf within the same store. If I don’t like the product, I just leave it on the shelf.
However, we may agree on one thing:
beaufortcountynow.com

Commented: Friday, May 29th, 2015 @ 2:09 pm By: Bobby Tony

It kind of pisses you off when someone hijacks your post to talk about a different subject don’t it.

Commented: Friday, May 29th, 2015 @ 6:46 am By: Bobby Tony

Sorry for the delete, I was attempting to edit spelling but hit x instead. Here is the repeat.
“Advanced Age”
“Point of order"
"I object to consideration of this question"
But then again, you may have been provoked.
By 2/3 vote the motion carries. I vote yes.

Commented: Thursday, May 28th, 2015 @ 10:05 pm By: Bobby Tony

Pictures to soothe the savage soul. Works just as well as music. Great post

Commented: Tuesday, May 26th, 2015 @ 2:03 pm By: Bobby Tony

As a former salesman who has spent a good bit of windshield time with time to think, I would think that Wyatt spent some windshield time as well but I don't think flying a "Spad" over hostile territory leaves any time for contemplation. I do know that the only time I got the football was on a playground or looking for a parking space.
Here us an old Navy joke.
The three best things in life are a good landing, a good orgasm, and, a good bowel movement. The night carrier landing is one of the few opportunities in life where you get to experience all three at the same time. (Author unknown, but surely someone who's been there)

Commented: Tuesday, May 26th, 2015 @ 8:30 am By: Bobby Tony

And thus began the legacy of short and to the point post by Ted McD. Just for the record, I carry several 3x5 cards in my pocket. I can't seem to get that "get to the point" thing down.

Commented: Tuesday, May 26th, 2015 @ 7:10 am By: Bobby Tony

Sorry guys, broke my own rule just three comments ago. I thought the article would get us back on track about Arlington. I was last there in the 7th grade and I remember the presidios of the guards at the tomb. Being a guard there is one of the highest honors you can get in the service..
I understand they are restricting burials there as they are giving out of space.

Commented: Sunday, May 24th, 2015 @ 6:52 pm By: Bobby Tony

Your table runneth over.

Commented: Sunday, May 24th, 2015 @ 2:50 pm By: Bobby Tony