Originally Posted by CCCC
Long ago I learned to appreciate and enjoy some great friendships and associations with LDS people - this has enabled some wonderful experiences. Some of my experiences in their church services also have been very good.

That learning involved separating those personal relationships from some clear difficulties associated with the doctrines and actions of that organization - which most call "the church". And, some egregious behaviors have seemingly not been driven by stated religious beliefs, but my the clannishness, brotherhood favoritism and behind the scenes machinations (political, business, etc.) engaged by local members as well as some in positions of government clout.

My Mormon friends have been simply excellent people.

Yep my mormon friends are great people and I admire devotion to the family