Over time, S2 thread always seem to wend/veer in their own direction. I do wish, though, that it didn't end up involving a bunch of derogatory name calling. Aren't we better than that? I've met many of you, and it would occur to me that we are. Peace, love, happiness........................and CSNY, baby! [video=youtube;CbAXnGx-jsk]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CbAXnGx-jsk[/video]
Sorry for stereotyping, Oh Master of ye Board. Let me re-phrase. I should have said 90% of the Catholic girls I knew and hung out with (that I'm not related to - I don't want to know anything about what they do). And please explain how I was trying to be cool with anything/anyone (or Zags, as I assume you're implying)? I just stated my feelings from experience. I'm cool with everyone on this board as it is (if someone has a problem with me, I sure don't know about it). One other note: I find that typically those calling out other people as "bigots" are usually much bigger bigots than those they are directing their accusations at.
I hate to quote a cheesey movie like Varisty Blues, but with all this advice, it reminded me of an exchange: "Listen. You give 'em a Percocet, two Vicodin and a couple of beers, and the panties drop. It's very nice. It's niiiice."
Live and learn. At 51, I know a lot more about what I want and what my priorities are than I did when I got married at 22. I got married too young, married the wrong person and stubbornly stuck it out for 28 years. I was never nearly as happy then as I am now. My ex-wife and I didn't have much in common to begin with and grew further and further apart over the years. I'm now with someone who is absolutely perfect for me in every way. We share an active, healthy lifestyle. We share the same priorities, political and religious beliefs. We like to do the same things. But, most of all, we just enjoy being together. I have honestly laughed more with her over the past year than I did with my ex-wife the previous 30 years (marriage and dating) combined. We're not identical (she does yoga, I play basketball, she loves wine and likes beer, I like wine and love beer, etc.), but perfectly compatible. We both love to travel and have already planned many future trips together. There's a lot more to our back story than that. I've known her since she was an infant. Man, where did those 15 years go... BNM
There's a difference between having my back and controlling me. Men and women are very different and stereotypes usually ring somewhat true. I love men, I'm attracted to the testosterone stuff as long as it's with respect.
I'm not divorced but then again, I haven't ever been able to grow up enough to even consider marriage in the first place.
Yes, she is, but after the divorce and other life changing events, she is questioning her beliefs for the first time. Good for her. Even if she decides to stay Catholic, it will be a conscious decision. No, I'm not Catholic. But, I attended Catholic mass regularly for 30 years, out of respect for my then wife. I was pressured by her family to convert, but always had fundamental issues with the Catholic church and am glad I never gave in to the pressure. BTW, I'm not bashing Catholics, it's just not for me. BNM
No, I know you weren't bashing. You just have to grow up Catholic to fully understand what I was talking about, that's why I asked.
I told you back then, I'll tell you again right now......I think you and Wookie would have a HOOT together! If only over a few beers. Plus, you live near each other. No charge.
Well from the looks of his posts I think you would be right, however, the boyfriend that I live with currently doesn't like me to date. So controlling!
Even better? Why's that? Are you saying Wookie is better off without me or that you tried to set me up with Wookie and he's not worthy? Either way you owe me an apology. I'll PM you with the address for the flowers.
