Happy July 9, 2005
Hello fellow bloggers, I am exhausted! I just finished conducting an all day seminar at UCLA about filmmaking. With the Holiday this past week, and preparing for the seminar, and writing the Newsletter (yes, I do write them, and 2 people proofread them) the week has flown by! Re the questions about making the decisions for the travel partners, I do not plan to do that until after the deadline has passed and I have had the opportunity to review all of the materials sent in. Some commenters would like certain questions answered, and I understand that. I will answer the questions I feel are appropriate when I feel the time is appropriate, and mostly via the Newsletters. I hope you are having a great weekend and we will communicate next week through the blogs and the Newsletter. Very best wishes to all. Richard Roe AKA The Senior Bachelor
284 Comments:
With the slings and arrows of age also come blessings: Knowing to choose silence over speech. Comprehension of honor. The sincere enjoyment of life. The sage, representing the pinnacle of masculine wisdom, is the man who has come to embody these blessings. Glowing with the light of inner strength, his face may be that of the kindly grandfather, Father Time, or the Old Man of the Mountain searching for understanding. The sage, whose potential exists in all people, is a councilor, a quiet leader, a wise man, and more. Yet, for all his authority, he never loses himself.
Though the sage consciously steps away from the fickle fancies of society, he continues to live, detached and serene, in harmony with the natural rhythms of life. His retreat from the hustle and bustle is natural, occurring because he has aged beyond the need to strive for self-centered ambition. The sage is immersed in contemplation of his own inner landscapes and the world of the spirit. Thus, he is a wise teacher as well as a shaman, willing to give of his immense store of knowledge, and patient and careful in his judgment. Without the fear of failure of youth, the sage philosophizes, constantly learning, deepening his awareness and letting his understanding of reality grow.
The transition to sagehood is a winding road, particularly in the modern world where age isn't as respected as it was in the past. Embracing the role of sage takes courage for, while he avoids being immersed in society, the sage actively opposes delusion and fakery. His wisdom remains indispensable.
But it is not simply the acquired years that make one a sage. Sagehood comes only to those open-minded enough to see the myriad connections and consequences between all beings and things. As we age, and develop intense patience, compassion, untainted curiosity, and child-like innocence, we manifest the wisdom of the sage. Though ever-humble, a true sage lives a life overflowing with richness and rests satisfied with his position, teaching and learning until the end of his days.
Is he YOU?
Ice Skater-"ella"
Good evening Richard---My newletter went to the spam area of my e-mail and I was unable to retrieve it. I did sign up again and your address is in my preferred list. I see, in the blogs that another person had the same problem. Answering the questions at the appropriate time makes sense. Everything has a time line. Order is necessary for certain things. Hello ladies of the blog. Have a good rest of the evening.
Richard, dear, you truly are nuts. If you’re exhausted, why are you writing to us? (I’m guessing you arrived home still on a high from the seminar.) Give it – and yourself – a rest! Patience is not my middle name, so your updates are always appreciated, but we will all understand that there are only so many hours in each day.
I would like to have participated in the filmmaking seminar (for information purposes other then senior bachelor endeavor). With a little more notice I could have rearranged some activities. Will you be offering it again? online?
teleconference? to senior bachelor participants?
Have a great weekend.
Richard: Quite sweet to hear from you tonite! OK, I'll quit whining about when we are going to hear about your final choices....2 more months just seems a long time to keep everyone hanging! I do think it would be fun if we could all participate in things a bit more along the way. I hate to see everyone resorting to sharing recipes, ha ha.
ella,
not a typing mistake....impressive!
OH MY GOSH...You women are losing it! Get a grip ladies! These "BLOGS" are really getting a bit NUTS and seem to getting the best of some of you...watch out...You may have TOM CRUISE on your a__ soon telling you how it is! Truly Richard is making fools out of all of you and apparently making money head over heals with all this and hey guess who is paying! HELLOoooooooooooo What is with that? He makes a "little money" off this and little off that...this ad here this ad there...speaking here speaking there...A Movie...Oprah...I tell you...he is smart! After all this you all will have paid for the trip all on your own. So WHO is taking WHO on a trip? This is such a PUBLICITY STUNT you can smell a mile away! A darn good one too don't you think?! Who is going to vote on who? I read something that the ladies are going to place the votes for the winners. HA! LOL!!! So come on where are the Omarosa's in the bunch...YOU gotta be rememebered some how wouldn't you think. How do you do that online? This is a JOKE! This is of course interesting or I would not be sitting here wasting my time putting my 2 cents worth in...but I read and laugh and wonder what he is up to. Being a man...NO TELLING! Making money seems to be his bag though and you ladies are the ones that are going to be left holding it! What a shame! Shame there are so many women out there that are going to be let down for nothing! BUT HEY...Have fun! I WILL continue to read all this from time to time. It is the best stuff I have read in a long time. HEY RICHARD...there is an idea for you! Write a book of your blogs! Put all this junk in a book...Will probably sell like crazy (these ladies would probably ALL purchase one and that is quite a few isn't it) and get lots of laughs reading their own words! Name it something like...Bogged With Blogs! But I get a cut now when you do!!! LOL...I laugh at myself with all this. It is quite funnny and cute! You all are cute and I hope you all have fun with it. That is what life is all about right! Make it the best you can and have fun with it! This may be the funniest thing you have ever done! Keep a diary and scrapbook! You will want something the show the grandchildren!
TO "ella" what are you smokin girl??
To ELLA
Deeeeeep dudette or should we say DUDE?! I too ask...What are you smokin?? Trying to impress someone? I guess you did impress droma at least. Just what was that? What book did you quote that from? WAY TO GO! I give you a (9) clap clap!
Hey, ladies! Let's see if we can intimidate "ella" out of ever posting any "positive" crap again... I mean, who needs THAT???
Presume you are the same person as senior ella who quoted some long stuff recently also?
Have to agree with the others on the 'smokin' comment. I can't even imagine travelling with someone who speaks like that all the time. Would be a bundle of fun (not)!!Maybe you live in a monastery (with computers) or you walk the countryside like the sages. RR is just a human being .. get real girl. Hope you are 'smokin' actually, cause otherwise I don't think this is a site for meandering quotations such as those. But, hey, each to their own.
Wonder will Droma be impressed with my spelling?? ;).
p.s. last posting was not meant to intimidate in any way. Not into that :) but do happen to agree with the postings before mine.
I've read that type of writing but really it's something you read and take on board for yourself if you wish, not post on a blog which is 'allegedly' meant to be fun :).
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To Richard--Hey, keep up man!
The sage is a male paradigm. It doesn't seem to me that RR needs one.
Wait I feel cheated.......Richard were you not going to give the answer to the "who are the tennis player's/celebs" in the photo of you in your "pink IS the new black pants"
And I have been waiting so patiently and the anticiapation of it all has been pretty rough I must say (grin).
WHO ARE THE RICHARD, please.
Northern California Debby
Bravo Richard for being the 'new kid on the Blog!)
It truly is time for all of us, the Mature Consenting Adults to let our voices be heard. No matter how crazy/'off the wall' or wise, whatever the content of each person's contribution towards this blog:) (struggling with the name:)
freedom of speech shall prevail!!!
I am still experiencing slight discomfort when typing due to the surgery on the left arm, so a typing error is inevitable as I usually rush to get my blog in a.s.a.p! By the way when I checked my last blog I noticed a coupla errors and 'camraderie' for one:)
I love the 'words of wisdom' on the very first blog be it a 'fella'
'ella' 'cinderfella' 'senior-ella'
'seniorella' thank you, a little knowledge is a dangerous thing and we sure could use a lot more, me for one!!!! :)
So, I say HOORAY for all the POSITIVE and fun thinkin' bloggers
the snide comments just make us want to carry on with what we are doin'!
Keep up the good work Richard, you WILL meet your Soulmate, no matter what!! You have gone 'where Angels fear to tread' with this bloggin' and Quest for Romance and Adventure
BRAVO again, you 'nu kid on the Blog'
Ciao for now
Senior Bachelorette :)
'out of africa'
Vj
Toronto Canada
p.s. to be continued......:)
Hey Ladies,
I am impressed with all your typing and what you write, some of which has me pull out the dictionary, like paradigm.
Since I just learned to type I try to keep my remarks short...you got the drift of it anyway.
My excuse for mispellings, and my "username", may be explainable by my "sign off".
Richard, I still would like to know what enabled you to travel so extensively with your family at such a young age.
Auf Wiederhoeren.
Ellen
Good morning ladies,
I have been off Traveling in Oregon and be entering California today and seeing the very impressive Redwoods.
I also have been watching the weather. Why don't we all stop the whining about Richard and how he is doing things.
I say lets all say a prayer for the safety of the rain soaked people of Florida. I live in Florida, as do my grown children. One in Miami, Tampa and yes Tallahassee. I am more worried about my family right now. Not if I go on a trip with Richard. I lived in the 4 times hit Orlando area last year. And will be moving to the Miami area in September with my daughter when I get home. I had lived in Miami 3 weeks when Andrew hit. So we all know what a level 4 Hurricane feels like.
So you all have an awesome day, say lots of prayers for the safety of all Floridians. It looks like its going to be another fun summer down there. And most of the damage from last year hasn't been repaired. Not enough contractors.
I will have my cell on all day talking to my kids. My Tallahassee son just schecked in. Good so far.
I noticed in the recent newsletter that RR said his recent serious relationship was with a wonderful woman who wanted to have children.
H-E-L-L-O??? Do you think this woman was in her 50"s, 60's or even 40's??
here is a good site for html learners.
http://www.willcam.com/cmat/html/crossref.html
HTML tags... letmesee...
Tags given to us:
b= bold
i= italic
a= Anchor
Add one or more tags in the beginning of a sentence and close it with same tags adding "slash" before each letter. Don't forget your *less" and *greater* than symbols.
How's that for explanation?
really hope it helps.
G'day again Richard/our 'nu kid on the Blog' :)
Enjoying the Tour de France....all uphill at the moment but tomorow is a 'rest day' as you well know.
Strength and perseverance at it's best, still hoping Lance wins this one considering it is his Grand Finale!
As previousely mentioned in a former post of mine, prayers and thoughts are with our Floridian Friends at this difficult time.
Please stay safe!
G-D Bless and keep us posted.
Our London U.K. friends and all those who suffer throughout the world, be it poverty, war, illness etc. this is the harsh reality of the world in which we live. Our compassionate hearts as ONE consciousness in prayer and thoughts brings comfort
to all those less fortunate than ourselves. There are some of us who have experienced unfortunate incidents during the course of our lives, I certainly have in the true sense of the word. There is ALWAYS LIGHT at the end of the 'tunnel'
With Love
Senior Bachelorette :)
'out of africa'
Vj
Toronto Canada
p.s. to be continued....
I have known Richard Roe since he was 13 years old, and then was called "Midgie" because he was short for his age. I have resisted commenting to many of the comments on this site, but felt it was time to do so. I did contact Richard (I have stayed in touch with him for 50 years!!) and told him I was going to send a comment in. He didn't coach me, but said (and this is typical if you knew him) go for it!! I think if there was any way to describe Richard it would be "go for it." First and foremost, he is a GREAT guy. He did not get good grades because he was always the class clown and playing sports. You have no idea what an athlete he was, and still is at 64!! He broke all of the scoring records in Long Island in basketball and soccer in High School, and went to college (Univ. of Maryland) on a full athletic scholarship. He ended up playing soccer only as they were the # 1 team in The United States and as he was only allowed to play 1 sport at Maryland due to his scholarship. He didn't play basketball, much to his fans chagrin, as none of us doubted he could have easily been a pro basketball player. (He grew and by h.s. graduation was 6'2") Richard established some scoring records for NCAA Division 1 at U of Maryland in soccer which hold up to this day, 43 years later!!! Richard picked up the game of squash-probably the fastest sport played on two feet-and became a United States National Champion- a heck of an honor, and he never mentions this in his bio! Any sport or any game he excelled in, all the while, the best friend a man or woman could have. Can he be a pain in the rear end at times?? Absolutely. Any one with this kind of super-high-powered personality is going to be a pain to some people at times, even his good friends!!! But not a bad pain-he has seemingly unlimited energy and can be highly opinionated-and he'll voice it at the right time. I could go on and on, and Richard, I know you are reading this, and if you don't like this-too much information-you know my number, just call me and I'll not write in again. If this group is interested in more of Richard's history (and he doesn't call me to tell me to stop) I might write some more. Please have fun with this. This is his # 1 goal in life-for him and anybody who is lucky enough to come in contact with him. I will remain anonymous for now to all but Richard.
Ladies this is supposed to be fun and not a constant forum for one thing or another--relax go with the flow and back off Richard for a minute. Women should know there is a money making end of this whole venture and what of it---if six women get a trip--better for them. I for one could not afford a trip like this. So we are all adults and should behave like adults. Thank you Anonymous for the information on Richard. You must have drive to be a millionaire.
Greetings Anonymous!
Would like to know more about Richard, our 'nu kid on the Blog'
Thank you for furnishing us with this information. Just looking at his picture one can get a sense of this deep thinking, compassionate, strong-willed, intelligent, kin-hearted, lovable man!!!! I am not easily influenced by anything or anyone at the best of times and this 'blogging' etc. is 'unchartered territory' for me.
At the soon to be ripe age of 55 (July 22nd) :) Freedom 55 :) I feel only now that I am truly 'testing the waters' in going 'out on a limb' like this. Although safe 'behind the scenes' at the moment :) I am still reluctant to furnish the public with too much information about myself. I am so happy to have taken 'the plunge' in immediately checking out seniorbachelor.com that beautiful sunny day April 27,
if only to cultivate a beautiful friendship with Richard 'nu kid on the Blog' :) and Friends, that alone will suffice!!!!!
carpe diem
'out of africa'
Senior Bachelorette :)
Vj
Toronto Canada
to be continued....
Greetings Anonymous! :)
Correction re. 'Freudian Slip':
Kin-Hearted Richard...shoulda been
Kind-Hearted!
Love
Vj
Senior Bachelorette:)
'out of africa'
Toronto Canada
p.s. I was a little too excited to reply to your posting:)
Good Morning Richard and Ladies,
How are you this Morning, Richard?
I still have not been able to receive your news letter either, and when I go onto your (Seniorbachelor) site the newsletter has not been updated there either.
I am so wanting to read what everyone is talking about...
I do like the picture of you next to the volleyball net though, very SEXY!!! YUMMY!! Now there is a game I love to play.
Thank You Richard for reading my blogs, and answering: that you will address the questions.
To Travelin': My Prayer's to your family, and to you while you are on the road.
To Happy: Have a wonderful time with your Family and God Bless. I hope you can pop in once in a while I am going to miss your comments here.
Welcome to the New Bloggers on the Block: always glad to read new inputs...
Well My New Friends I really Like the info coming in about Richard.. Midgie huh? ME TOO... except- I still am... lol
6'2 .. I always date, my kind of guy for sure in every way.. uh huh.. this is it.. now for the kiss.. this is going to be the cinch.. sports.. yep..
well, well, tell me more.. you have my interest, I am sitting on the edge of my seat.. handsome, tall, well spoken, when is his birthday? I seem to have missed that part?
have a good day,
Wanda
Anonymous blogging friend of Richard -- thank you so much for the personal insight -- its just the kind of personal info we are all so curious about. YES! please keep sharing. Any insight into the kind of lady he is attracted to (in your opinion, of course) would be especially helpful (now that he has reviewed all the materials sent in so far) Also -- are you female? I am thinking, yes. Would you be willing to answer some of our questions? (you have opened the floodgates, oh dear)
None of the comments that I read on today's blog seemed a bit "snide." They all seemed to be kidding, and I sure hope that Richard picked that up since he is fast on his feet.
Thanks, Anonymous (His longtime friend), for filling in the picture of this man even more. I think we all understand that he is a great prospective partner, and I really do wish that he will find the one he is looking for. We all love happy endings, and I will be cheering for him when I watch the Oprah show that will show his selection.
In the beginning I thought it just might possibly be me since so much of the things he'd said about why he hadn't met the woman was what had been going on with me. I spoke to one of my sons, showed him my bio., and asked him what he thought. His response was hilarious. He said that if he were mature (he really is at 40 with 4 children), he'd make me one of the finalists. I am still laughing over that one. No, I'm not deluding myself any more and just wish him and many of the ladies the very best.
Just one thing more, and then I'm off the blog--every communication I've had from Richard has been honest, gentlemanly, and considerate. He is certainly one in a million!
Good afternoon all - just got up as I seem to be suffering from some kind of "bug."
To Richard's anonymous friend: thank you so much for the information about Richard. That makes one more thing we have in common - soccer. My Dad was very famous locally when he played on the St. Andrews soccer team as a young man. He then went on to being a linesman and referee. When I "graduated" from elementary school, Dad let me wear one of his many gold medals on a dainty gold chain for the ceremonies. For several years he was Commissioner of Soccer for the province and in 1987 was inducted into the British Columbia Sports Hall of Fame. Dad was also a baseball player but his heart and soul was soccer. He always had his daughters involved as much as possible in sports. Two of us played basketball and softball so Dad took us to see the Harlem Globetrotters, practised softball with us in the backyard (we were on what was called Junior Miss teams), and encouraged us in all field events (none of us were runners). Later on, in my 20s, I played softballl on an office team for fun. Now as a teacher, I go out and watch some of my students play fast pitch on teams around town. Sometimes, I have to spend 15 minutes at one diamond, go to another diamond for 15, then another, and another. (4 diamonds in the park) No one is ever left out. They just love it when I show up.
Well, off to relax on the patio - am almost finished The Da Vinci Code - rivetting. Have a great Sunday all.
Leslie in VanCan
Wanda - thank you so much for mentioning you couldn't access the most current newsletter either... thought I was really losing it! I did check after church today and the July 7 newsletter is there --- hurray!!!
Richard - thanks again for the update! BH
Being a HS, collegiate athlete can be one of the best character builders in life, lotd and lots of discipline.
Our family was fortunate enough to have three collegiate athletes. Two went on full-ride shcolarships. A daughter, basketball, in Colorado; A son football, in Texas; and the youngest daughter palyed JUCO volleyball. All their boyfriends and girlfriends are also athletes.
BTW, I too agree that Richard looked very good in the photo taken on the beach and in front of the vb net.....huba-huba. Nice abs (hope this isn't too racey of a comment).
Well it is certainly fun reading all the other post/blogs. What will happen when its all said and done?!?
Deb Eddy
To Richard - Know how you said it is hard for guys to write about themselves? I love what your long time friend wrote, please encourage her (him?) to continue to write about you. Take care and know that I really want to meet you.
Howdy Richard! Our 'new kid on the Blog':)
Checked out the Etruscans on Google
fascinating and mysterious, thank you for recommending it! I am going to look for Kuki Gallman's other book 'African Nights' she writes with passion and honesty!
Still gotta see 'Pop and Me'.
You have a 'gem' of a friend in 'Anonymous',the one who knows you for 50 years!!!! True Blue friends are hard to come by
ciao for now
Senior Bachelorette :)
'out of africa'
Vj
Toronto Canada
p.s. gettin' kinda used to this daily bloggin' :) hard to believe it is almost 3 months already!!
To Ella ~ I love that, beautifully done. Did you compose it? Either way, thank you.
To: VJ ~ I'm rooting for Lance as well! Love that your glass is always full.
Fellow Blogettes ~ I don't smoke (~.~)
Michelle
Richard, what a sportsman you are!!
Awsome!!
Since we have an international forum here, maybe someone can answer me a longtime question:
Are sports competitions/ scholarships connected with Highschool/ University in other countries? In Germany there are no competetive games played between
schools. If one wants to participate in any sport, there are clubs for everything to join.
But P.E. is mandatory all throughout school, the motto: A healthy mind, a healthy body.
Sports scholarships in the U.S.
helped much financially with my
children's education.
Tschues, Ellen
Hi Richard,
I can't believe how much time you must be putting into this project! You will "need" the pleasure of my company on that trip afterward just to rest up and relax. Oh, what fun we could have. I hope that you are a kid at heart like I am.
These bloggers are a riot and I just wonder if they have a life? It's a riot to read the silly stuff they write.
Since I have never done this blogging I am wondering if these bits of wisdom are getting to the right place?
I am working on my video and my bio so just hang tight and know that this "SENIOR BACHELORETTE" from the Chicago area will be getting you the information before the deadline. Hang in there because this babe is going on that trip with YOU! I have all the time in the world to go with you and you will be pleasantly surprised to quickly learn how much we have in common! I can't wait to meet you or talk to you.
That's enough for now and if you can spare one minute please give me some kind of sign that these little blogs are getting to you?? email: chandra12@aol.com (or even have your proof readers let me know.)
Because, you see, I have no idea what I am doing with blogging........and heaven only knows if these emails are going anywhere?? I will compose them of substance if so.
Hugs,
Chandra
Good Evening Everyone..
well I have just spent the day with my grandson, granddaughter,
my daughter, and son-in-law, what a beautiful day.. I hope you all had a wonderful day too..
My oldest daughter and her husband will be flying out on the 30th:)yeah..... I can't wait, we just got the phone call, how exciting is that? they live in Virginia, and as most of you know, I live in Montana~ they will be here for 2 weeks, but don't worry you won't lose me, I will keep up..oh but thats not all, my ex-husband, will be coming up from Idaho to visit her too, along with his parents, they will be staying in Polson for 3 days at least.. should be fun!!!
I am always up for a good time!
OH BY THE WAY~ I WENT IN AND CLEANED THE NORTON ANTI VIRUS SO I CAN RECEIVE YOUR NEWS LETTERS NOW.
I am so proud of myself!!! hey, hey, hey, see it just took some time of digging around in Danny's Computer, Which by the way-
some of you that have sent e-mails to me and I have replied-YES IT DOES SAY (DAN)in front of JOHNDEER@.......do not delete it..
don't be alarmed... it is me, I am using my son in laws computer..
I am very comfortable with who I am and where I have been, I don't know where I am going, However
Now that I know I can continue my new chapter in this stage of my life, a new adventure or journey if you will, in search of my soul mate, without being bound in any
manner that I would have to stress over, I am ready to go.
I do have conditions of my own though, you to would have to meet.
In the event you choose me, I have a few things that I will require from you, you will learn of these things in a later blog....
until then
Have a wonderful evening,
Wanda
Hi Richard, I bet you are tired!!
It has ben a crazy busy week for all, I think with the Holiday in there!
To all out there in blogger land....Patience Patience!! We ALL can't go on the trip!! Let's at least be able to be happy for the lucky gal who wins Richard's heart!!
Linda
I do read all of the comments-I check many times a day!! One of the reasons I started this was so that I could see questions and comments on the blog and then answer the ones I feel are appropriate in the Newsletters. This avoids adding to a huge backlog of e-mails, which I currently have. I am the only one who writes the blogs, Newsletters, answers the e-mails, etc. Believe me, I have never worked this hard in my life!! I enjoy it, but it is very, very time consuming. So please comment away, and I'll answer via the Newsletters when timely. Cheers to all, I'm going for a bike ride. Richard Roe
To Richard, His Anon Friend and anybody who cares: :-)
Questions are good... if you want to know something, ask. My intentions are good....I asked not to attack Richard or change anybody's mind (which is so impossible to do cause we are all adults, right?). I am sure RR have enough wisdom to understand why comments and questions are being posted. This search is a learning process for everyone. I don't stir the pot, I don't play games or pretend to be somebody i am not. So if i ask certain questions, don't take it the wrong way.
Having said that... You all have a good evening, let's keep it light and let's all get along :-)
Hi Richard! Great to hear from you again so soon. And that you're reading the blogs (hopefully getting a feel for some of us). I finished "The Da Vinci Code" and am now turning to another Rohinton Mistry book "Such a Long Journey" which takes place in India 1971. Have you read his book "A Fine Balance"? Just wondering since you wrote about your love of India.
Have a nice evening when you get back from your ride - just relax.
Warmly
Leslie in VanCan
Hi,
I must say at times my spelling is soooo bad, but actually most are just typos.
Is there a spell check option with this blogging thing.
I'm watching Jaws (remember that one from the early 70's? But none of the characters were hep enough to wear pink pants (or courageous enough, like our hero, Ricardo). However, the mayor of Amnityville had a really funky blazer with little anchors or sailboats on it. I love watching old movies. After Jaws I am going to watch I Dreamed of Richard....I mean I dreamed of Africa.
Eeewww the giant shark is trying to eat the little guy in the shark cage. My sister and I are going to Maui for 10 days for both of our birthdays. Mine is August 17 (50); her's is October 21 (47). Our father is sending us in September because its the middle for both of us, and he is a cool pops. Anywho, she has never been before and I have. I'm going to take her snorkeling off of Maulikini....another eeeewww there goes Quint in the giant sharks jaws. Oh sometimes I get off track, my sister is afraid to go snorkeling because of sharks. For anyone reading who has never been snorkeling once you go down the first time (eeeewwww) you forget about everything and you're transformed into another world.
Parasailing is sort of the same way. I did tht in Matzatlan, right off the beach. Beach start, beach landing, really cool. Can take your breath away when the wind changes and you drop a few feet only to be whisked right back up again by a gust. Then you have to watch for the flagger down below on the beach. When he waves his red flag you have to pull on one side of the rope, and that pulls your chute down and you sort of just coast down and land. That is the sort of stuff I enjoy doing. Plus golf, and I used to play softball and tennis. I would like to pick up the tennis again, and probably will in Hawaii.
Had the best tuna steak for dinner cooked on the bbq. Why am I rambling. I need to go and change the dvd.
Good night ya'all. Leaving for Lake Tahoe in the am. Going to do some sailing and just hanging out, should be fun.
Till we blog again.
DE
PS I don't really care what anyone thinks about chatting on this blog site. Its better than hanging out and trying to be picked up by some eeeewwww kind of person. I'm not into having to have someone for the sake of just that, having someone. It is ok to be alone. I mean sure we all have our moments, but they don't last all that long. I'm not implying that I would not want to be considered in the final round of this thing, not at all. It is going to be a dream come true for one or more women. I haven't dated in a year and a half, but I don't dwell on it. I just enjoy reading all the comments. And we are all entitled to our own personal opinions!
And I don't get the earlier blog about Richard making money off all this, and the guess who's paying thing. I've only been out the price of postage when I mailed in my packet to the R-man, and if he prospers from the venture, more power to him for being so SMART.
K, now for real I'm signing off.
Debby Eddy
The sharks leave Maui before September!!! Sorry I mean the whales!!! The sharks stay forever.
Last week someone dumped fish remains below Flemming Beach and about a dozen sharks came so close to the beach that it was closed for a couple of days.
Glad you are coming to Maui and are going to Molokini. If you get a chance take the Expeditions Ferry over to Lanai from Lahaina for a day as well. Great snorkling (a marine preserve)there as well. Lunch at the Manele Bay or the Lodge is a treat as is the SPA at Manele Bay if you have the time and money.
If I can help with your trip, let me know, I have lived on the West side for about a year and a half.
Aloha
Neva,
That was kind of you and I will make sure and NOT tell my baby sister about the closing of the beach. Wait that would be mean not to tell her.
We are staying at the Aston at Papeka for nine nights.
I will certainly look into your suggestion!
Thanks once more.
Aloha back attcha
DE
Aloha Richard, our 'nu kid on the Blog' :)
Oh what a beautiful mornin'
Oh what a beautiful day
I've got that wonderful feelin'
Everythin's goin' my way
And what a beautiful morning it is here in Toronto Canada, approx. 7.23am and the birdies chirpin', love to hear their morning and evening song outside m' window!
Yes, I do have a Life and full it is with my daughter staying here with Rabbit 'in tow' for the Summer.
She leaves end of August, back to university, 3rd Year Psychology. All she can think of is her upcoming sojourn to Israel on 13th July, all expenses paid for 11 days through Birthright Israel for Youth 17 - 26 years. (They should offer it to Seniors too:)I have yet to visit The Holy Land!
Hawaii is also on my list of places to visit:) I saw a documentary on the remote hideaways and it is absolutely beautiful, lush and green! I love Pilot Guides/Lonely Planet on OLN and try to see as much of it as possible. One of the female narrator's name is Justine Shapiro, she was born in my 'home city' Cape Town South Africa.
Just re-read the 'ice skater-"ella" post on The Sage...I like it a lot:)would love to meet someone like that, a lot to learn from him, maybe "ella" is refering to our 'nu kid on the Blog/Richard' nobody knows, only the shadow and he won't tell:)
carpe diem
'out of africa'
Senior Bachelorette :)
Vj...alias ~~flowingwhitewater~~
Toronto Canada
to be continued...
'smile' :)
To Claire
Well said. I didn't see any snide remarks either, just some people (thankfully) with a sense of humour.
To RR's friend ... thanks for filling in a bit... presume he has a sense of humour like yourself!
To Richard ... how do you like being called 'nu kid on the blog' on such a regular basis ;). Thought it was YOUR blog in the first place!!!!!!!
Re: HTML tags.
Thanks for the info from my anonymous friend :) and for the site info. Will check it out when I get a chance.
Oh by the way, yes you can tell ... you just won't ... lol.
Now I wonder why ??????????
Hi to everyone else with a sense of humour. The rest of you can pretend I don't exist ... ;)
ciao .... P
p.s. agree with Claire re 'non snide' comments ........ *sighs dramatically*
Good Morning Everyone!
Well I was up early and walking with my daughter, and now she is off to work~ So I of course am reading the blogs~checking in! and then I have to get busy too..
How was your Bike Ride Richard?
Normally I would have a few dates over the weekend to tell you about,
but this weekend I spent with my family, and this coming weekend we are all going camping, our favorite thing to do! so I won't have any dates to tell you about, bummer... joking.. I would much rather be camping!
Well I have a lot to do this mornin
so I will check back in a bit..
hav a good un
Wanda
Happy Monday, Richard, and all you lovely bloggers. I hope you get a walk on the beach before you dig in today. Just wondering if anyone brought up your "Quest" at the film seminar. That would have been a perfect time for any of the ladies who lives in the area and participating in this trip we are all taking to get up close ... but not too personal. If it did get mentioned, hopefully it didn't overshaldow the purpose for the seminar. How many attended?
It was nice to hear what your friend had to say about you, Midgie...wonder if you resented that nickname then. Got to get to work myself. Everyone have a great day and enjoy! Brenda
Hello from California everyone.
Grams and I crossed into CA at 11:11 am and one of the first things you see are those gorgeous redwoods. Stunning.
The kids made it just fine down in Florida, they all checked in several times, there Dad kept checking in to let me know they were checking in. My daughter did mention a catfish swimming down the street though.
I did a final check with them last night and asked for a final check in via text, and my youngest in Tallahassee types back "in". That is what you get from too much studying.
My Grandmother wonders how I can drive all these winding twisting roads for so many hours a day. I said I had great practice as a beverage cart girl for the last 4 years. At least I have power stearing, a nice SUV and no golf balls coming at me.
I am thinking of taking the day off from driving, do some much needed laundry, sit by the pool and read a book. And also map out the best way to get from here to the next park. I am 2 hours north of Sacremento. Any ideas on that one? I am jelous of Richards bike ride. I could definately use some exercise. I also need to do a fire check in the mid west, so I know what's going on.
How come it gets so hot out here in CA? 101. And who says FL is hot. Hard to believe I was in snow 2 days ago at Crater Lake.
Have an awesome day everyone. And thanks for the information on Richard from his friend of 50 years. My best friends are over 30 years each. Back from girl scouts, and high school. One of which is my cradle baby friend. Our parents went to school together, and we were literally in the cradle together. He gives the best hugs in the world. And always seems to know when I need one. I love hugs and cuddling.
Good Day to all! :-)
Hope your day is as bright as mine.
To Phyl:
You are so right my friend. I won't...:-) I guess, the thought(or hoping?) of Richard knocking at my door when he finds out where i am blogging from is too much for me to handle. Could it be Paranoia?! *lol*
To DE:
No dates for a year and a half! Girlfriend.. try 4 years. :-( although.... it's my choice. I keep busy with books (Da Vinci Code, could not put it down), friends and self.
But now i am so ready to "go for it" ;-) Did you get that Richard? *giggles*
Bon Jour Richard!
I can only imagine a smile on your face with all these comments. What a variety of people! It was nice to hear about your sporty talents and achievements. I too like setting goals and achieving them. When I was doing a sim ride for my captain's upgrade our motto was "Bring it on". Like I tell my son "Attitude is everything!!" It sounds like you have a good one. Make it a great day! Michelle Bahr
Morning Richard and Ladies,
We've been having a horrible July so far - cool and rainy again today. But that won't stop me from going to aquacises.
Richard, since you love the beach so much, check out this site to see what we have to offer you in "Hollywood North."
http://www.city.vancouver.bc.ca/parks/rec/beaches/
Simply click on the photos to see a larger image. Of course, there are lots more beaches in the outlying areas, including mine which has the warmest and cleanest soft-sand beach of all AND includes beach volleyball!
Okay then - have a great day everyone.
Leslie in VanCan
I am a fun and funny, outrageous, contradictory, unpredictable, zany, sensualist female....
This one man is going to have his hands full with all these women.
Carpe Diem
Hi! Everyone that blogs.
To Richard Roe Hello!
No disrespect to anyone if I don't do a lot of talking about other things right now. It is because I am focus on one thing right now and that is the very reason for this bloggers spot, is to discuss and ask any questions that we want to Richard and get them answered collectively, until he has choosen his 15 candidates after the submission deadline date. Then and only then will we know. Mean time we can ask questions and it will be his choice to answer:
My first question is:(keep in mind all questions are respectfully asked)1. When you say all video's will be used in the MANNER,AREA,WORLDWIDE,AND POSSIBILITY OPRAH,as you see fit. I want to know from you what do you mean? and explain it to me in details.
I strongly feel that it is a very fair question. If it was me stating the same statement to you, what would be your response? Any good business person never signs or say yes, to anyone without first making sure that it is understood what they are signing or saying yes too. So what would you do if this was reversed?.
You just finished checking out a Dateing service and told us it was a good and trustworthy site. You just wanted to be sure,well we just want to be sure. I will speak for me. I want to be sure. And if I can't get clear answers than I will do as I am doing following the Newsletter and reading the blogs.
2.Manner-meaning what?
3.Area-Where?
4.Worldwide-Where? Names
5.Why can't I say yes or no?
Think about it you would do just what I am doing, asking questions and expecting answers. Business is business. I want to know who is going to be looking at me and deciding what to do with me. I too have a mind and I value me very highly. For I am somebody. I am not a desperate lonely woman that will do anything not even for fun and adventure. Life is valuable and very precious and every decision does count. I want this journey to be without hidden clauses. I truly think you do know what I am saying Richard. And since I do believe that you are a good man and do keep your word. I expect an answer in this upcoming Newsletter or this blog. Again respectfully submitted. Signing off(over look the tpying errors) The Adventurous Dallas Queen. The last Newsletter was your best one it was more detailed. Focus to the end.:)Later!
Bon Jour encore Richard!
I was reading your newsletter and your interest in the Etruscans and was curious if you have read anything about the Cathars and the Cathar Crusade? Many Cathars ended up in Northern Italy. When I lived in France friends and I studied a bit about them and visited their ruins. History intrigues me :)
Make it a great day!!! Michelle Bahr
Greetings once again Richard,
Tennis has always been one of my favorite sports to play and watch. Anyway the hairdos are cute but deceptive :) Tell me if I'm correct on identifying this tennis crew;
Arthur Ashe, John McEnroe, Jimmy Connors, and Bjorn Borg.(wish I could make the picture bigger)
Enjoy the ride! Michelle Bahr
Good evening Everyone
Hope you're all well.
To my 'paranoid' (not) friend:
Hmmm ... are you throwing me off the track by sort of implying that you're blogging from Calif or maybe Oregon or or or ........????
Looks like you're getting organised to enter this little competition?
Is it my imagination or is the fun sliding slowly from the blog? I think, rightly or wrongly, that everyone is beginning to sound like the 'Stepford Wives' ....
Moi? I like a cut and thrust type of interaction/repartee ... just my personality I guess but I like me ;).
Anyway, my paranoid friend ... all the states are pretty BIG in the US of A so I don't think you would be at risk of a 'knock on the door' by revealing which one to me. Your decision to use the description 'US of A' is interesting, not one which the majority of Americans use in my humble opinion ....... but then, when have I been humble.... lol.
Ciao ......... P
p.s. I'm beginning to feel like Homer ploughing through all the 'Ned Flanders' ...... *LOL*.
p.p.s. Also need to take 'Dallas Queen' out of my 'Stepford Wives' comment ... :)
Hello Richard, Ladies
We are having a storm here and my pitt bull is hiding in my roomate's bathtub! can't get into my shower!!!
Droma,
same in France. There are clubs, no scholarships as State Universities are free. You pay a fee, books, room and board. etc. but that's it. Epernay, Champagne country, was paired with Ettlingen (spelling) In France you had to learn one or two languages I took English and German. (forgot my German!) Where are you from?
Bonjour Michelle, I don't know if Richard is interested in the Cathars but I sure am. I have been involved with their history for... a long time but never heard of them being in Italy. Do you have any info? web site?
Loved the Da Vinci code. I was not very impressed with the documentary they made though. Great infos on Da Vinci, a very interesting and complex man.
Thank you RR Anonymous friend. It was very cool. My childhood friend (50 years) still lives in France and I go and visit her every time I go there.
Thank you Ella, whether you wrote it or not is not important (to me) I like the content.
This week-end the Ions/Noetics Conference(from CA)took place here in DC. I could not go but had the pleasure of meeting the wife of one of the speaker yesterday. She gave a 2hrs free(yes!) lecture on Chinese face reading which she combines with Freng Shui in her practice. fascinating and very informative. Her mopther-in-law is Chinese. I had a great afternoon.
Who pays from the trip? who the heck cares as long as I (if chosen, still working on the "paperwork!") have a great time with an adventurous, fun and gentle companion.
Wanda, I'll join you. I am 5'1! Maybe we can carry our onw little stool! That reminds me of two couples that lived next door. The men were both at least 6ft, big and muscular, and their wifes 5'1 and petite, leather and motorcycles! great chilchood memory!
The last time, I went on a date! Oh boy! Thank Goodness, I hope it's like bicycling once you learned it you don't forget, YOu know what I mean! eh!eh! I was too busy discovering my own self!
Now the butterfly (light and free)is ready to fly again with the wings of an eagle (soaring) or a dragon (fire)!! Oh boy!!!
To: Ciao...P, VJ and Cie, I am ready and waiting for the jokes, eh!eh! keep them coming. SMILE!
Love to all, MyriaminVA
Hi
My understanding of the Cathars was they were based in France ... Languedoc area????????? Don't know enough about them for sure though?
Night all
Ciao ....... P
p.s. Myriam ...... great that you're keeping your sense of humour. Just keep the pit bull under control :)
Richard!
Nice reading especially ice skater- "ella"...mmmm something to think about...food for thought!
My wish for you is that you meet your Swan, they Mate for Life and should one die the other remains alone and pines until it joins the Mate in Spirit!
May you continue to soar with the Eagles!
From the ugly duckling, learning to fly. I am hoping to become a Swan someday :)
Birds Of A Feather....quack quack
p.s. would love to meet you!
*lol* You quack me up Phyl! What's wrong with the US of A description? Maybe, just maybe... there's a reason why i described our country as i did.And wouldn't you be surprise if i do get a knock at my door?
'Stepword Wives'.... Exactly how i see it. Is this normal? Too funny!
All i can say is that i am nowhere near perfect. I have flaws but nothing that a guy can't handle.
And nowhere near California or Oregon...
Have a good evening!
Good Evening Richard...Ladies,
Just got home from pool with grandkids..such energy! lol
Was on the boat all weekend with friends, couldn't wait to get home and get caught up. Starting to get blog withdrawals! lol
To Happy: How are the grandkids? I know you must be enjoying them. Also, the bikini wax is for me...nothing about what men prefer.
To Phyl: Not losing interest, just not going to sit by the phone either. However, I must say that I'm feeling the pressure of my stiff competition. Judging from what I've read, I'm impressed with the intellect, education and wit that you all possess. It may or may not be what he(Richard)is looking for, nontheless, am feeling less and less like a suitable contender. It's ok though, like I have said earlier, I wouldn't pass up the chance to drive 3 hours to Chicago to meet Richard, even if it was for only 15 minutes.
To Richard: How long was your bike ride this morning? Or do you go by distance? I also like that picture of you with the volleyball. How long ago was that taken? Your abs look pretty ripped! In my video I mentioned that I used to have my own volleyball team through the local YMCA. We took 1st place in the rec. league. (for the rest of you, that's the lowest league..lol) Anyway, they moved us up to the "B" league the next year, we took 6th out 18 teams. I'm a great setter and have a mean overhand serve..(braggin' rights)..lol It's been over 15 years ago, and I do miss it.
Also, and you may have already answered this, since you don't eat any/or much meat, how do you supplement your protien? I, personnally can't get enough fruits and veggies, but do make sure that I get a decent amount of protien. I love to make ground white turkey meatloaf, no breading of any kind, just egg whites and onion and green pepper, and of course, seasonings. I know the rest of you don't care to read recipes, but I love to cook and it is always healthy and wanted to share with Richard.
My search for my "soulmate" seems endless. Would prefer to go on national TV and announce to the world that I am looking and then wait for them to come knocking..lol This whole experience has been sort of like an endless novel, one that lasts the whole summer long. What a great book! ....hmmmmmm
PS...I had a dream last nite, and this is for real, that Richard sent me a letter of interest and signed it with XOXOX's...it tickled me! :)
Have a great rest of the evening all, cell phone is ringing..
I'll be back later...
All my best to you Richard,
Marlyn
Richard,
I forgot to ask..In the beginning did you get slammed pretty good with "materials", like how many per week? And are you now getting the "trickle down" effect? Just a few or 10 a week? Is it getting more manageable? Just curious..
Marlyn
Howdy Richard and friendly bloggers! :)
Well I had to fly at a very low altitude today, below the radar, dodged the bullets and came through without a scratch. Wow
when I used the word 'snide' I had no idea I was creating a ~~monster wave~~ Aloha, now that the waters are calm, loved the pit-bull in the bathtub story...LOL...too much! :)
Love....Laugh...Live
'out of africa'
Senior Bachelorette :)
Vj
Toronto Canada
8:02pm Good Evening Richard
Is it safe to assume at the end of this venture you will compile the videos, and perhaps some travel spots of you and the selecetd candidate of your heart. Then will you appear with her on the Oprah show,to be seen and introduced to the worldwide audiance.?
If this is so,then this would be ok with me. Just don't want to be a part of one of those reality t.v shows. That is definitely not me.
You said you were dangerous around Oreo's, I am dangerous if I put them in Soy milk.mmmmmmmmgood!:)
My son and you would have a blast, he is wrapped up, tied up in the study and reading of ancient cultures, and great military leaders.
He loves fossil of past geneological age,and old history markings. I sit and listen to him for hours telling me about different cultures on the compuer.
He loves animals and the natural nature of the land. He often will tell me that he wish it would not be destroyed. We can spend all day at the library. I started him at age two and he is 15 and still loves it.
Speaking of vegetables I enjoy having my own garden. I grew up on a farm and my Great Granny always had the best garden and orchards.
Someday I plan to write a book about some of my childhood adventures, and the many real life
stories that Granny would tell us children.
I enjoy to reading biographies and auobiographies. Spy novels are ok but I like Mysteries(real life).
Fruit, I can eat almost any kind.
Signing off. Remember to keep all this simple or it will snow you under.
Oh! why is Australia and New Zealand, two of your most favorite countries in the world? Also, what about snakes? I don't like them. Later! Adventurous 'Dallas Queen'
Hi Ya'all
Made it to Tahoe and it is so lovely here. It was 110 in Sacramento, hotcheemama. 80 here in Tahoe and that is warm for the moutains. Took a nice walk to the waters edge, had a water dog with me and he went crazy retrieving sticks.
Getting up early tomorrow, heading for the farmer's market. Then down to the beach. Wednesday night going for a nice evening of sailing on the lake.
Richard darlink......when can we'all expect the next newsletter, or a little bit of blogging from thee?
Ya'all have a restful evening, and a good tomorrow. We have salmon and tuna steaks on the grille for din-din, and the chef is ready to announce dinner.
ENJOY LIVING AND ALL THE GIFTS THAT LIFE HAS GIVEN YOU. HOPEFULLY YOU DON'T HAVE TO DIG TO FAR TO REALIZE THOSE GIFTS!!!
DE
PS Does anyone know how to spell good-bye in french? Horavwaa (NOT) help me out girls. Sank you.
Hi Debby,
Au-revoir. Bonsoir means good-night and that is what I am about to do.
Yes Cia ..P. The Cathars were in Languedoc, southeast of France. The count of Toulouse was richer than the King of France at the time. I know quite a lot about their history but nerver heard of them being in Italy. Only a handfull escaped (which was totally against their teachings)the last massacre with a very specific mission.
MyriaminVA
Goodbye in French is spelled
T-A-T-A .....just kidding
it's au revoir
Anon-USAY
Anonymous I & Anonymous II
Merci (grin)
Just finished a most wonderful meal. We are about to sit around the chimminea (msp), then head for the spa. I think smores are on the menu for dessert.
We are having a party for 60 tomorrow, fun, yes?
This is sick cause I'm hooked on this blog site. It is sorta kinda like the UH Football chat line I used to post on, cept' different.
Au-revoir I'm so happy that I learned something new today!!
I've been working with my little cousin 3x's removed (she's 8)putting together a gymnastics routine. I did the splits and a cartwheel and she thought that was cool. Then her grandmother, my 1st cousin (she's 55 ) did the splits...I was out done (In age anyway). Except my cartwheel was better than hers!!! And I can put together a gymnastics routine better than she! K, nuff of that.
DE
To Michelle Bahr
You can enlarge the photo. Just right click your mouse and SAVE AS (name it) save it ( put it into your documents, on the desktop...) then go back to it pull it up and you can enlarge it there up on your tool bar. It does get a bit more clear than that small photo. Then you can save it as the larger size. Man what is with those PINK PANTS SWEEEEEEEEEEET.????????? :-O
Iowa Gal says:
Good evening to Richards friend,
I would like to say it's nice to meet you. I would like to "Thank You," for your blog. I'm glad that Richard has a friend like you! I can't believe I sent in my information. I'm not sure what I was thinking at the time. I'm behind times and never have even chatted let alone blogged. You have had the nicest things to say about him!! I think this blogging is just woman bashing women. It's not really worth the time to read. I just happened to skim through the blog and found your comments. It though is nice to know more about him. I'm sure he's a "Great," person. It's just nice to hear more about his life. I to have to admit I'd love to be the Cinderella at the ball on his arm. And just admiting just one date or an e-mail would be nice. I to am lucky to have so many "great friends," also. I'm sure I won't qualify but, the journeys I have been on were never like this. It made me step outside of my norms. I'd like to "Thank," You again for your blog. I just can't understand such a man is spending all of his time on this process. Also money doesn't make you happy. It's all about that just oh-so special person we'd like to be with and hope we'll find. Please write again!!!! I hope to see your blog*** I've had enough of Ella Bashing!!! Again "Thanks for sharing," I hope to hear more from you. Connie
Hi! Richard,
I do hope as you are reading this blog you are feeling your best.
Just remember to keep all of this basically simple.
I will come to the point. What type of clothing will the choosen candidates need for the first meeting at the resort? 2)Will they need to pact for one week or two?
For the one month trip what type of shots will be needed? 2)What type of clothing and how much clothing. What type of shoes?
I am asking because these things take time to bring together.
It would be really nice if some one who is an expert in this area, would offer their imput to the six ladies that are choosen. Traveling abroad is totally different than in our beautiful America.
If I was choosen, I would not want to be burden down with trying to carry a lot of excess luggage in traveling with you. Please try and remember to answer these important questions for me.
I rembered you telling us in the beginning about Clothing Ex-Officio, and I did check it out on the internet. I was very satisfied with what I found. They even had bug repellent clothing. This put a huge wonderful smile on my face.
It would be very nice if Oprah, who know all these expert people, could fit us with what we will need for trevel.(Just a thought)basically, If I am one of the select ladies, I just want to be prepared in every area.
I know that you said you are taking care of all the travel expenses while on the journey together. This is very kind of you to do this.
Just keep in mind we women take great concern in how we look.
I like to be confortable, but look nice. Make up I like, but I don't need it. Take care of you.'Dallas Queen" Signing off. Later!
Dear Richard,
Your quest is wonderful and almost
mind-bending. My oh my, how the
world of dating has transformed for we Fun, Fit, Free, and ...
homo sapiens over the lovely 5-0.
With a song in my spirit for you
and MY quest, as well.
Cathy in Ohio
Good Morning RR and all the other bloggers! I just came across a quote from OPRAH...."I don't believe in failure. It is not failure if you enjoyed the process." So, no matter the outcome of this adventure for the majority of us, we can always say it was a success. But there is another quote from an unknown right after Oprah's....."No experiment is ever a complete failure. It can always be used as a bad example." lol
Hope everyone has a little sunshine today...especially those of us who have been dealing with another undefeatable man by the name of Dennis. Brenda
Bon Jour MiriaminVA!
Here is a great website with info on the Cathars
www.languedoc-france.info/1204-origins.htm. Hope you enjoy it!
Thanks to anonymous on how to enlarge picture on my computer. Life is fun cause you learn something new everyday. Make it a great day!! Michelle Bahr
oops pack not pact 'Dallas Queen'
Hi Everyone
To my 'anonymous' friend who isn't blogging from Calif or Oregon.... ok thats 2 states gone .... 48 to go ... New York/Alaska? .. long elimination process *lol* Ok at least give me your initial ......
Love your word play on the previous posting to your last one i.e. 'quack' and 'stepword' ... you're starting to crack me up ;).
I do think there's a reason why you used USofA.... just haven't figured it yet .... *something swirling in my brain* (makes mental note to read Ella's stuff again) *LOL* .... and NO NO ...to everyone else ... I AM JUST KIDDING ... OK.
I'd be worried about you if you said you had no flaws ... would also be worried about a guy who expected someone with no flaws.
But anon ... u-say (least I think it's you ... c'mon give me a little tiny weeny clue. T-A-T-A ;)
To Marlyn
You don't need to feel any pressure. You rock girl. You are intelligent, witty and write in a lovely way. You're also brave to put that out there. Just continue to be you ... one of a kind!!!
By the way, I wouldn't mind having that recipe if you feel like putting it up. I'll take the wrath for asking ;).
To Myriam
Merci for answering my question on the Cathars. I must read up a bit more on them :).
To the person who posted that this was just 'women bashing women' I disagree. The intelligent people here agree to disagree ... freedom of speech etc etc. Not sure if you're the same person who is 'sick of ella bashing' as you so eloquently put it.... but if you read all the posts properly you would see there was no one bashing ella .... fun fun fun only .. except someone (in their opiinion) thought snide remarks were being made.... not true but again we agree to differ.
Ok .... this is WAY TOO LONG and I have to go ... so if anyone wants to 'bash' me, thats ok ... have me gear on ... bash away.
Love to all
Ciao ....... P
Good Morning Richard,
I have been off on a google journey reading about Etruscan history. I didn't realize there was a Celtic connection, it's like a giant tapestry, facinating.
Do I remember a note from Richard saying he would address the questions about the "panel" and the "resort" in the next newsletter?? Still would like to hear more about both those topics....
Wow, Richard. That sounds like my kind of trip. I like to stay in hostels and soak up the vibes from the travelers - I really do enjoy reading about your experiences.
I am a "people person" and have the very bad habit of eavesdropping - I've even "shushed" a date as I was so into their conversation -Nasty habit, I know - but I love to get into others interesting lives - not that mine is totally dull :)
Have a wonderful day!
JeanneG
This week's newsletter is in your email box....gives you an idea what kind of travel Richard goes for. I have heard that you can just forget about deodorant in these hot and steamy countries and you need to be comfortable with being damp all the time. Hot flashes anyone?
To Phyl:
Quick and persistent. Great qualities. I was wondering if someone would pick up on that 'stepword wives'
:-)Not getting prepared to enter the competition. Not yet anyway. Do you think we should?
To Marlyn:
Phyl is right! don't get pressured cause you have the same chance of getting picked as the rest of the ladies who applied. Love recipes! so please do share. Wouldn't hurt a bit... it would just fill us right up. :-) I also love to cook and eat. So recipe away!
Favorited food: Bryers all natural vanilla ice cream. So gooood!
Deodorant is always good to have. Was in S.E. Asia last year and definitely need it. Wear natural fiber clothing for steamy climate and hot flashes.*lol*
Try: Lecithin, primrose, up your E intake, B-complex and lotsa water.
Richard, you got me laughing at my mistake, by your transcript I thought you said that the picture was at Wimbledon, (with that I thought my guesses were pretty good) what you said was that you loved watching Wimbledon.
Two years ago my family planned a trip to Thailand (it has been a dream of mine since I was 10, the temples and history impressed me) anyway, Buck, my 87 year old roomate and adopted granddad, he's officially part of the family, wanted to go to see the bridge at the River Quai because he was on the bombing mission in WWII. Un fortunately he got sick 5 days before departure so we had to cancel. Oh well, hopefully another time. Make it a great day!! Michelle Bahr