GREAT BALLS OF FIRE!!!
First of all, I have to say I wasn't one who was offended or expressed my offense in any way. But I do have to say one thing that I hope isn't offensive. There are rational people who do have things to say on this board who don't share the faith of others. I am an atheist; and am no no way ashamed of the fact. I have no desire to covert anyone or change his or her beliefs. I respect anyone's right to believe in whatever he or she wants. All I ask is you let me believe what I want.
If your faith gives you strength then I am happy for you.
So, I thank you Jill for your point.
Now can someone please get back to giving me tips on getting my currently shrinking rear end into a pair of 38 jeans??

An atheist, eh? Hmmm...so the pet rock might work for you then, right? Honey, you can believe or not believe in anything you want.
Now, as to how to get your shrinking rear end into the size 38 jeans? Ummm...you might start with unzipping them FIRST. That usually works for me, but I suppose I could be doing that all wrong. LOL!!