Yeah! Plantinga thinks almost exactly like I do on these concepts, apart from intelligent design, of course. Especially on evil and its' attribute of being particularly non-existent. He's a very smart, down-to-earth religious man. He actually reminds me a lot of one of my managers, Tim. He's so witty, so sharp-tongued, but he will always argue in support of the Bible and the many flaws that come with taking its every paragraph literally. It just makes me think of how wasted both these men's talents are.
Oh, I'm extremely modern-viewed. I definitely conflict dramatically on any assertion first borns carry on the traditions on generations past. Cultures are constantly changing with the times and I see it as more our job to perpetuate the changing in how we think as a society.
However, the other traits you listed sounds more like a lot of first borns I know, yourself included. : ]
Not particularly for Thanksgiving, being one of my least favorite holidays since we just stay at home (though I do love to help with the cooking, which I'll do like I do every year!), but a lot for this week in general. I'm going to be spending a lot of time with my best friend, who's helping me through hard times while I can hopefully, finally go to see a therapist on Friday. My boyfriend and I will also be exploring the city a lot, which we never get to do! I'm a city girl, through and through.
I wish you the happiest of holidays, Pro.
I'll PM you my arguments for each pretty soon! Just been busy. Registering for classes in the spring. Silently cursing how taking a Communications class is required for my program.