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I enjoyed your article and I think you make some interesting points. I can't disagree that much of the world (not just the U.S.) is on a slippery slope, as successive generations become more unruly. However, personally, I'm not sure religion (or lack there of) can exclusively be cited as cause or, conversely, is the only way back into the light. I consider myself to be very moral and respectful, but I'm an atheist. My behaviour and attitude is the result of a good upbringing; with firm boundaries and consequences for breaking them. My sense is that that's what's been lost. No doubt, religion can provide those boundaries, but they can be set and enforced without it, too. Unfortunately, I don’t share your faith that belief in God and/or Jesus will rid the world of selfishness (of course, in some cases, religion simple causes more division). That said, I have the utmost respect for your opinion, found your piece compelling reading and think you raised some fascinating points of debate. Thanks, Jeanie.

I'm not usually a big fan of jewelry, but that 'blue sapphire' ring is gorgeous. Might have to give someone a nudge in this direction ; )

Thanks for the recommendation of the keyword tool. I've been toying with the idea of investing in one.
(Please don't call yourself that terrible name! If I am looking for information, long-winded may be just what I need.
I have finally internalized the use of keyword rich module headings and subheadings as well as image titles. Easy to do and often overlooked by newbies.

Thank you Brenda. I was just recently in a situation where I had to purchase a gift for a friend's child who was getting ready for their First Communion. That is what inspired me to do this article. Thanks for commenting.

Great article. This is one that I haven't seen before, and it's good information for someone who isn't Catholic.

Bookmarked - thank you Lissie. I need to start practicing these tips and it does sound very simple indeed when you boil it down like this.

The mozzie loves me - I had never realised how much - until I started travelling with my partner who gets about one bite to the 10 I get - and we are wearing the same repellent! Dengue sounds particularly nasty I must say!

@Sam - LOL I never saw your car - you'd parked it up because of the several feet of snow! Apparently Myanmar is going to be interesting - they swapped from the left to the right in the 70s - to be different from the Brits - but most of the cars in the country either a) date from the 70s or b) are cheap right-hand-drive imports!

@Shaz - I've not driven in Europe - the public transport is so good - but I have in Canada and the US and it was fine - except sometimes in the carparks I got confused!

Some people underestimate the common mozzie. My nephew came home from Bali recently with Denge and was very ill for many weeks. Best to cover up and use that deet you recommended. Good advice!

You're right about grandparents enjoying this game too. We spent a wonderful afternoon with friends recently and spent the whole time 'playing' tennis in front of the TV. It was so funny, and such good exercise! And there was no kids in sight!!

What a great idea, I'm going to pass on this info to my daughter for the next kids party she needs to organize. Thanks!

I haven't actually driven on the 'wrong' side of the road when overseas myself, but I have some vivid memories of some hair raising events when my Dad was driving us around Europe. Very scary stuff! I think I'd rather take a tour these days and leave the driving to the locals.

Lol Lis, remember our car? But in general I agree, it is a really bad idea to drive a car with the steering wheel on the right where nearly everybody else drives one with the steering wheel on the left and vice versa ;-) I also hate driving anything on what for me is the 'wrong side' of the road, even a push bike. Great article and great advice ;-)

The frog pinata looks like great fun for a Nature Party.

Great article, and funny too. I started writing because it was fun. I actually didn't realise people made money out of it! Making money was a pleasant surprise.