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Fried Green Tomatoes

That sounds good! We have a traditional English dish called "Bubble and Sqeak", which is generally left over cabagge, sprouts, potatoes, all fried up together after Christmas and suchlike..

Think green tomatoes would go well with that!

Fried Green Tomatoes

Will do!

I liked the FGT, and Im really enjoying trying all these new foods! Think I will go on a diet for the whole of October tho, from what Ive heard of the copious amounts partaken at Thanksgiving!!

Fried Green Tomatoes

Yeee Hawww!

Yeah, dont sound the same saying it with an English/Irish accent..

Fried Green Tomatoes

It was nice, BJ, but a little acidic, so couldnt eat too much of it, but it was very nice all the same. I thought they were just sliced up and fried, not coated first. So many recipies for them too! Never thought Id see something called a Green Tomato Cake!

I just find it interesting the different foods that countries have..

Fried Green Tomatoes

I had my first taste of FGT last night; yummy! Heard of the film, but never had it before..

Funny how some countries have their specialities and different foods, aint it??

Anyone else experienced a new food - never before tried until recently??

RE: long distance

Its not a question of the heart ruling the head, TG. Sometimes, it makes sense in ALL respects to make the move.

A romance with someone 10 miles down the road is just as likely to end in failure than one with hundreds or even thousands of miles in between. In fact, the trust and commitment issues are tested FAR more in a LDR, so in a way the foundations for a strong, long lasting relationship are way stronger than in a local relationship, simply due to the logistics involved.

There are no guarantees in any relationship, so I just think its best to keep an open mind, and not limit yourself to any kind of restriction.

RE: long distance

Well, it has worked for me. It was difficult, and very stressful at times, but it has worked out better than I could possibly have imagined.

Its not an easy thing to do, and depending on the countries involved it can be expensive and complicated to relocate, but it really depends on your personal circumstances. I had no ties, as in children or property commitments and it was relatively easy for me. My partner had his own business and property, so it made sense for me to be the one to move.

I certainly think that giving it some thought is not wrong, and keeping one's opinions open is vital. Limiting oneself to a radius of say, 50 - 100 miles is somewhat restricting.

Anyway, just my story..

RE: Today Is My 3 Year Anniversary On CS....

I have a comment to add that might resonate somewhat with other members here.

As some may know, I was banned from posting for a month back in July, and that was exactly when my romance blossomed. I consider the forums on CS brilliant, but I am of the opinion that they can become habitual, and if you are constantly posting you can lose track of what alot of us are really here for, i.e. finding romance. Some are not, of course, and just want friends, but the majority I think are here for a common purpose.

I made this comment because I think it was interesting that when I was unable to post, thats when I could really concentrate on my love life. Perhaps there is a lesson in there somewhere?

As in, it is very easy to get taken up with purely posting with friends, and then consequently get distracted from the lurve side sometimes. Just a thought!

RE: Today Is My 3 Year Anniversary On CS....

I was on CS since December 2008. I had a few dates, lots of flowers and emails etc for quite a while. I started talking on the forums as friends with someone back in January, then we started "courting" back in late May of this year; it just happened - the original attraction was there, but we were both in different places prior to May, so we were just friends.

Love grew over a couple of months, and finally I moved to the US last month. We will have further some news for y'all next week..

To Polar - sorry, Im confused, honey - I thought you said last week you were with someone from CS, now you have said you are not?

To Mike - I think you are a lovely guy, and will no doubt meet Ms Right at the right time in your life.

RE: Thoughts For My Grand daughter

That is terrible news, Kitty..

I'm very sorry for your news, and wish you and your family sincere good wishes during this sad time.

RE: Why are so many from other countries--------

I didnt say the rest of the world relies ONLY on US investment, DG. But it sure is a little more than "every little helps". This does not apply to Ireland purely; I simply used it as an example. Many EU countries are the same.

I get a little irritated when certain countries, who actually voted themselves into economic bargains with the EU, for example, are happy to take the good times, The Celtic Tiger in Ireland's case, but start crying for economic idependence when things are not so good. The grass is greener syndrome comes to mind..

I would be very interested to see what happened to Ireland, and other comparative countries if foreign (not just US investment) was withdrawn.

RE: Why are so many from other countries--------

Interesting post, DG. However, The United Nations reported in 2004 that Ireland was second only to the United States in inequality among Western nations,. President Barack Obama in the course of his election campaign promised legislation to repatriate US jobs and profits back to the USA from US multinationals operating outside the US. This is potentially serious for the Irish economy, that relies heavily on US investment in Ireland, so although Ireland is not supported by the US totally, if this policy is put through then there is no doubt it will have a grave affect on the Irish economy.

As regards the US interferring, then I think it is far to say that the US presence in Iraq and other countries is not a US only inititive. In fact, I believe Irish troops are also there under the umbrella of the UN, along with lots of other countries' troops.

I am no expert on US politics by any means, but I have no doubt that the interest raised by other countries' members in their ethos is justified, due to the affect any President's policies have on the rest of the world. I dont consider it misguided at all; I would say most Western countries are hugely affected by what happens in the US. Id say that if all the US based companies who set up in Ireland and other European Union countries, attracted by the lower wages, ease of language and time-difference benefits left, there would be serious repercussions on some countries' economies.

RE: Robert Livingston

Jesse wanted me to post this for him..

RE: Social network or dating site?

For one, Im not married. But, yes, Im happy.

Secondly, the point made in a previous post stands. If you join CS as a single person, but happen to meet someone here (which is the whole damn point of the site) and then get married, why should you have to leave?

Apart from anything else, the members in relationships are obviously not looking for anyone else, so what possible difference does it make to the availability of other members?

I will post where I chose, and when I chose, and so will others who are lucky enough to be with someone. People whining about this subject (attached members still on CS) certainly will not do their causes any favors, because they simply come across as arrogant and needy.

RE: Social network or dating site?

Ok, what you said about married people being disallowed from joining CS is true, but not if they met on CS and THEN got married. In those instances, and there are a few here, neither member would be breaking any rule.

CS would welcome, as I have already stated, positive advertising that the site does work.

As regards your own difficulty in finding a partner, I would suggest you put a photo up. Whatever people say, looks are the first thing that attracts; without a photo you are considerably limiting your chances here. Just a helpful suggestion!

RE: Social network or dating site?

I like your post there - moron is the operative word there.

And you still didnt answer me, (oxy) moron..

RE: Social network or dating site?

And I would just add a further comment to this effect..very common reactions to a member that posts a "success" thread is negativity and sceptism. So, that would mean that they generally dont think the relationship will last. So, that would also mean that they are not considered "taken"????

Some people, it seems, change the dvd according to their mood of the moment.. Cant have it both ways, people! Either a success is a success, or its doomed to failure..

Nice to see you, Arlene..

RE: Hello, please introduce yourself to me , and comment on my blog, etc..

The reason I am still an active member here is because I recently met my partner on here, and we find it fun to post whilst sitting next to each other and cooking our dinner and suchlike. Its a social forum for us both purely now, and we also both have friends here that we like to keep in contact with too.

Its good publicity for CS obviously, for members who have found success through the site to make that known. Also, as the site's title states, its CONNECTING SINGLES, not purely a DATING site.

As long as one makes it clear on one's profile that you are only seeking friends, then where is the problem? My ego is very happily tucked up in a cosy bed every night, next to the guy I love; its no longer a LDR.

I wish you luck in your search, Boom.

RE: Hello, please introduce yourself to me , and comment on my blog, etc..

Jesse is doing great, thank you..

And yes, Im still here, and intend to be here for quite a while!



Thank you for asking..

RE: Hello, please introduce yourself to me , and comment on my blog, etc..

You are right - it IS a connecting singles, and I am a CS success story..

That ok with you??!

RE: Hello, please introduce yourself to me , and comment on my blog, etc..

you are sorta cute ...but I am taken sorry

RE: What is the best place to retire or to get a vacation?

North Country, NYS..

The most beautiful, peaceful and friendly place I have ever been to..

RE: Cooking

Personally, I think men make the best cooks. Thats why the majority of top chefs in the world are male.

RE: Is One More Anti Social Than The other???

Hi Larry!

Good to see you too, my friend..

RE: Is One More Anti Social Than The other???

Yes, thats true..

Im a smoker, and I always try and be considerate to non smokers. I have absolutely no problem in going outside for a cig, or standing in a specific smoking area if Im out in a bar.

I drove home once, a long time ago, and shouldnt have done. I felt fine, as we often do, and felt perfectly capable of driving, but ended up driving my car over the side of the road and ended up with a dislocated shoulder and the front of the car hanging over the edge of a 10 foot ditch. I scared myself so badly that I have NEVER drunk and driven again, and will NEVER DO SO AGAIN. Taught me a good lesson.

RE: Is One More Anti Social Than The other???

Hi Morgan

I guess smokers get more of a hard time than drinkers because of the passive smoking issue. You cannot get passive drinking! Someone else drinking does not affect your own health, but someone else's smoke may well do.

Speaking as one that is still suffering from a wine hangover here, (I never usually touch the stuff, of course.. ), happy drinking is good! Its when it makes people aggressive and mouthy, as in alot of the programs to which you alluded in your post, thats when it can become offensive and unacceptable to others.

RE: Just curious.

All the nice people, ooooh, and

HJ..

RE: Just curious.

Hi, SC! Yes, all is dandy here..didnt want to hijack your good thread, just wanted to say hi to you and Arlene!

RE: Just curious.

Is this where all the nice people hang???

RE: What could/would entice you leave what you have..and travel and live overseas...

It totally depends on what committments you both have. If one has children, then its obviously easier for the childless person to move. The same with property or work comnmittments, although both of these can be surmounted if necessary - i.e. renting out a property and organising another job.

If you have no such committments, however, the main barriers to moving are self-made in the mind, in my opinion.