Giving up my faith in Santa

Critic of Christianity

Lying to kids about Santa is something I’ve been thinking about in light of my realisation that my parents also lied to me about Jesus and God. I’m angry with them for the things they said about Jesus, but not about Santa. I guess that’s because belief in Santa never hurt me or anyone else, but I like to think of myself as a pursuant of truth, even when lies might be nicer.

I was probably about 10 years old when I stopped believing in Santa. My brothers and I were watching home videos of Christmases from when we were younger. After laughing at our three year old selves enjoying Christmas, we were shocked when a video came up that showed grandma taking our stockings filled with toys into our bedrooms. After watching this, my brother went straight to Grandma, very proud of himself for uncovering the mystery and revealing…

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10 Things You Didn’t Know About The Bible

10 Things You Didn’t Know About The Bible

I found this rather randomly on Youtube.

Learning a few useful facts about something you don’t believe in doesn’t hurt right?? – at best it helps increase my sarcastic tone when I speak of it.

The one about toilet paper just takes my argument for “Necessity vs Belief” to anOOOther level.

Oh, to see the video, click on the title of this post – yes, it’s a link. . . Also, you’re welcome.

May the light in all things be with you

EarthlyTIM