People think the tsunami in japan is payback for pearl harbor. opinions?

Definitely not payback! If it was then why would the Americans be helping them clean up and rescue ppl? and what can make an M8.9 earthquake without Japan noticing? Those ppl need a brain check.

I live in Ohio and I want to obtain a ccw permit. I was charged with misdemenor Domestic Violence in 1995.?

The charge was dismissed in court but still shows on background check.It does say it was dismissed on the paper as well. I maced a relative that was threatening violence and wouldn't leave my house while severely drugged up. Can I still get my CCW?

Do you think Obama should mention the 300,000+ deaths in Darfur during his primetime speech tonight?

Horrible, sad situation in Darfur. But in his speech tonight, I think the President should limit his focus to Libya. There's a lot he needs to communicate.

Exactly why did the Obama Family go to Ireland?

Part of the presidents job is 'show the flag' and to meet with other heads of state. Given that the president brings the entire White House with him he's as in touch with the US in exactly the same way as if he was sitting at his desk in the Oval Office. Given that President O'Bama's mom's family came from Ireland it's a natural that he would stop there on his way to other foreign meetings. Kennedy went to Ireland several times as did Bill Clinton. If I were the president, bein' irish 'an aul, I'd be goin' 'ta ireland meself, doncha' know. Now be a good lad 'an bugger off! (I always wanted to say that)!

God and euthanasia - your opinions?

When my mother realized this Spring that she had done what she needed to do in this life, she gradually quit eating and died a month and a half later. My grandmother did the same thing. It isn't painful.

I will be in China next month and plan to be on vegan diet?

in order to compensate for protein intake I prefer milk and bean sprouts. Is it safe to eat bean sprouts and milk in China? I heard about toxic chemicals mixed in bean sprouts in China some time back.

UPDATED Opinions on my poem - Hummingbird?

The poem has evolved with much better imagery, the rusted spade is especially nice, actually. The tone of the poem, which I think is the most important part, is now consistent. Any tweaks you do now should rely on keeping that imagery, and adding details from your memory. Thanks for sharing.