Re: [UUPoly-L] UUCA: welcoming congregation

["Earth Father" <earthfather@cfnc.us>]

> -----Original Message-----
> From: WABaldwin@aol.com

> In no way do I think that sex per se is bad.
> 
> So, even though I don't think sex is always a good idea, I do think that sex
> is a wonderful activity -- and so I consider myself sex-positive.

For me, being sex-positive means that sex is *inherently* good; but there are
"outside" factors that can make a particular sexual situation not the best
choice, such as significant danger to one's health, a violation of one's
commitments, etc.  

Think about giving someone a shoulder rub (consensually, of course):  it is
*inherently* a loving act, giving pleasure to another, as well as the pleasure
of seeing the delight you can deliver.  The shoulder rub is *inherently* a good
thing, and unless some outside factor radically alters the nature of the
interaction, it is a mitzvah, a sacrament, an expression of agape.

Likewise with sex:  I assume that each mutually consensual sexual opportunity
is a plus, a gift to both parties, a precious opportunity.


Michael Rios