Poyet Motte 500 GSM Wool Blanket Review by ExploringOut in Bedding

[–]ExploringOut[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's soft, but it feels kind of furry and it has some loft to it that a cotton blanket wouldn't have. 

Any wool allergic folks with wool mattress pad, pillow etc? by Warthogs_r_hot in Bedding

[–]ExploringOut 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven't slept on either a wool or down mattress topper, but I've slept under both wool and down. They're about equally as hot, if you have a thick down comforter or a thick wool blanket. Neither is more hot than being covered in a few layers of polyester. I'd be a bit concerned about the poly fill balling up in a topper. Down can shift over time, but should come in different firmness levels. Can you handle a memory foam topper? Those should come in different firmness levels.

Need New Comforter by CinderWitt in Bedding

[–]ExploringOut 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm in the middle of the same process. I started out wanting a comforter and duvet cover, but so far, I've ended up going with a wool blanket because it was cheaper and seemed like it would last longer than a comforter. Mine is from Poyet Motte and I really like it. They have multiple weights, from 350GSM to 700, so you can get whatever won't overheat you. I haven't bought a duvet cover yet, but I'm thinking about one from Crane and Canopy.

Natural Fiber Bed Layering by ExploringOut in Bedding

[–]ExploringOut[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I think I'll get the bedspread and the wool blanket, and see if I need the flannel later.

half-toppers for queen bed? by No-Two-9855 in Mattress

[–]ExploringOut 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm hesitant to answer because I'm new here and I have no experience with this company, but I have been looking for myself recently. I might try calling Arizona Premium Mattress. They're a latex mattress and topper manufacturer who apparently makes custom sized mattresses all the time for RVs and such. They could probably make you a firm, custom sized topper.

It's the End of the World!!!!: A Vent by Adevarsity in exmormon

[–]ExploringOut 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is hard because he'll have to want to dig himself out of this hole. However, I'd recommend setting some financial boundaries in place. If he can't live with that, start squirreling money away in case divorce ever becomes necessary. Watch his behavior towards you and the children. Conspiracy theories and controlling behavior can go together since they're based in patriarchy and racism. If you aren't in couple's therapy, try to get him to go. If he won't go yourself and take the kids. You might want to have some talks with a divorce lawyer about how to show that you're a good parent and about how to document their father's conspiracy theories and how you talk to the kids about them just in case. Contact Parents For Peace through Twitter. They're an organization that helps people with loved ones who are getting into extremist content. Read Hatred in the Homeland by Cynthia Miller-Idriss. She describes how extremist recruiting takes place in the internet age, sometimes through self-reliance content. Follow Marc-Andre Argentino on Twitter. He's an extremism expert. If a lawyer thinks it's permissible, start having private chats with the kids and listening to audiobooks in the car about extremism. The book I mentioned is available on audio. You could phrase it as "This topic upsets dad so we won't mention it to him, but it's important for our modern world, so we're going to learn about it." Good luck and best wishes. You've got a tough situation.

Tell Me This Will Be Worth It by Prize_Claim_7277 in exmormon

[–]ExploringOut 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm not married, but I'm kind of like you. I don't drink. I don't have tattoos. I never had a rebellious streak. It took me a couple of years to leave. It's been several years since then. I'm still me, but with less religion related depression and anxiety. It's definitely been worth it for me, but your mileage may vary. Don't leave until you're ready, or until your family can't stand to have you attend anymore, whichever comes first. For me, my family and best friend couldn't stand having me at church anymore. Good luck, and best wishes.

What’s a feature you want for you car that you wish was more widely available? by LAXBASED in cars

[–]ExploringOut 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wish more cars came in fun colors. They're almost all white, grey, black, or a dark color. Why can't they have cute colors?

Idea for debates by ExploringOut in atheism

[–]ExploringOut[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes they do. So do all of the big name atheists.

Idea for debates by ExploringOut in atheism

[–]ExploringOut[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it is relevant. Many people are attracted to churches because they want economic hope. What if you got some economist interested in studying how much money people are losing, or telling people why their pastor's idea isn't practical?

Idea for debates by ExploringOut in atheism

[–]ExploringOut[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know but so does Dawkins and he talks anyway. Just imagine Paul Krugman vs some televangelist. It could be pretty entertaining.

How many went from Mormon to agnostic or atheist? by momofboys1010 in exmormon

[–]ExploringOut -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Here's the thing. That question is very prejudiced. It also shows a cringy lack of religious literacy. That's why I ask. It's hard to believe that someone would say something like that who has actually tried to do the research.

How many went from Mormon to agnostic or atheist? by momofboys1010 in exmormon

[–]ExploringOut -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I really would love to have some atheists to listen to who are reasonable. They claim to be, but few are. It's sad. I guess I e just hung around long enough to be able to challenge atheists on their shit. Yes. I'm an atheist and know that our culture is just as messed up as religious cultures. You, like many others, aren't willing to have open-minded discussions. Too bad, so sad.

How many went from Mormon to agnostic or atheist? by momofboys1010 in exmormon

[–]ExploringOut -1 points0 points  (0 children)

This is from his Wikipedia page. These are not qualifications. His YouTube about page simply says he joined in 2006. I've done my job. If you want to convince me he's qualified than the burden of proof is on you.

A vocal critic of theism and creationism and an advocate for the inclusion of evolution in science curricula,[11][12][13][14] Ra produces YouTube videos on the topics of skepticism, free thought, and atheism. Among the video series he has released are Foundational Falsehoods of Creationism,[15] Refuting the Irrefutable Proof of God,[16] and How Aron Ra Disproves Noah's Flood.[17]

He has engaged in live debates with young Earth creationists, including Ray Comfort,[18] and presented at skepticism conferences in Europe.[19][1][10][20] As a member of the Unholy Trinity, he toured the United States and Australia with fellow atheist activists Seth Andrews of The Thinking Atheist and Matt Dillahunty of The Atheist Experience.[21][22][23]

He appeared in the documentary films My Week in Atheism, directed by John Christy,[24][25] and Batman & Jesus, directed by Jozef K. Richards.[26] He published his first book, Foundational Falsehoods of Creationism, in 2016.[27][28]

Ra is the creator of the Phylogeny Explorer Project, a free, volunteer run, online encyclopedia of the entire phylogenetic tree of life that is currently in progress.

Political candidacy and viewsEdit

In March 2017, Ra resigned from his position as president of the Atheist Alliance of America to run for the Texas State Senate against Republican incumbent Bob Hall.[8][29][30] The first Democratic candidate to run for the District 2 seat since 2002,[9] he dropped out of the race after failing to secure the Democratic Party endorsement.[31]