As some of you may be aware the ex Prime Minister of the U.K. is donating the royalties of his book to help the war wounded via the British Legion.Doesn't it mean that we now have to go out and buy the said book to boost the cophers.
Fortunately I am not one of those people,but sometimes the youth of today need taking down a peg or two,as they talk down to us pensioners. See it a lot on here.
Even in the real world people's body language can be misread.Ask anyone who thought that they had met the man of their dreams, only to find out he was the biggest scoundrel on the face of the earth,and visa versa for men too.
When you "fall" for someone [for want of a more worthy expression] your sense of reasoning can disappear and you are left with feelings that are sometimes beyond your normal powers of deduction.
The world has opened it's doors to us through the age of electronics,and whilst this is a good thing that we can touch base with others,it is just that,a contact with the outside world unachievable before laptops etc.
As for "friendships" on line,sorry to disappoint you but I have made some wonderful contacts over the 4 years on C.S. I may not, or never will meet them in the flesh so to speak,but still consider them to be friends. I now have a vast collection of "electronic pals".
The above happens all the time whether connections are made on on a dating site or in the "real world" .It's surely a matter of being realistic and grounded regarding these sites,which in many cases have been extremely successful in uniting people.
Some people can get carried away by the written word or a voice on the phone,and in some cases are extremely gullible.Fools rush in where angels fear to tread comes to mind. We all have to take responsibility for our actions,and be aware of the dangers.
Hi Aliya, Sorry if I appear to be unsympathetic,but you really need to take a reality check and put this "connection" into perspective.
There are many on here who have "fallen in love" with each other only to realise that it's a fantasy and will never actually happen. Yes there are success stories even from great distances,but there are too many underlying problems with you both,and when religion and family are only 2 of them,you have a mountain to climb that I fear is too high for you to scale.
Cancelled for June 23rd. now back on again for Sept./Oct. Dreading it but a new hip will give me a new lease of life and hopefully pain free walks.Love to "him indoors".
Hi A,sorry to hear the news.Had my hip op cancelled cos of infection in the gum.Come into the world with none and usually depart this world without them,it's the bit in between thats the problem! Take care.
Someone can only "damage" you if you let them!. Rizlared's right it's an electronic web site and doesn't mirror the real world.I'm sure most people wouldn't dream of speaking to someone's face what they actually procrastinate on here. Well I guess some of them would, in retrospect more's the pity!
I too have watched them come and go over the years.Some think they are counsellors,others divorce experts,or even experts on parenting [which never came with an instruction book in the first place!]
We all need to chill and take it all in a more light hearted manner instead of goading and bullying others in to submission. a bit more thought before the fingers do the talking would help.
Hi Pununu, the loss of anyone we love through any cause is painful,and your pain came double barrelled.No advise to give except take note of all the kind words that you have given to others on the Forums,wrap them up and give them back to yourself.A Mother's love is always there, and more so in spirit as they see all,whereas we are blinkered. Take care and God bless you.
Quitting smoking which IS an addictive substance is one of the most difficult things I have ever done. 10 years clean now and no regrets. I did it for ME and this should be the priority, not being forced to by someone else. If you love a person enough you support them in their struggle, if they really want to give up.
Many people give up and then return to the habit. What if the love of your life gave up for you then started the habit 6 months down the line? Would you then dump her?
Quitting smoking which IS an addictive substance is one of the most difficult things I have ever done. 10 years clean now and no regrets. I did it for ME and this should be the priority, not being forced to by someone else. If you love a person enough you support them in their struggle, if they really want to give up.
Many people give up and then return to the habit. What if the love of your life gave up for you then started the habit 6 months down the line? Would you then dump her?
Quitting smoking which IS an addictive substance is one of the most difficult things I have ever done. 10 years clean now and no regrets. I did it for ME and this should be the priority, not being forced to by someone else. If you love a person enough you support them in their struggle, if they really want to give up.
Many people give up and then return to the habit. What if the love of your life gave up for you then started the habit 6 months down the line? Would you then dump her?
If you like long hours,not much pay,and possibly one shore trip in about eight,then go for it.You would be better off having a trade i.e. hairdressing and work for one of the franchises on board. Other than that go for a job in one of the shops on board as they are closed whilst in port so you have more free time. Have a friend who works for Royal Caribbean selling diamonds,now there's a great job with commission! Good luck.
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RE: Greatest Treasure
As one of the "senior" members on C.S. I'd have to say my memory!On a more serious note, apart from the human side, I would have to say my cat and dog.They bring great joy to my life on a daily basis.