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crispyandtender

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Fish on a Bicycle? Posted: 7/23/2009 7:14:00 PM
Dave: Me too. Its all about enjoying the ride--and burning enough calories to justify the soft serve cone you eat on the way!!! Yey soft serve in the summertime!

crispyandtender

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Fish on a Bicycle? Posted: 7/12/2009 2:16:19 PM
Hello to all you RI and CT POFers: I would like to start a RI singles bicycle club that meets for regular recreational rides on the RI bike paths and post ride gnoshing. Please let me know if you have any interest? Thanks and happy trails, Lindsay

crispyandtender

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Why Are Over 45 Men In Love With Motorcycles? Posted: 6/26/2009 4:00:29 PM
OP: glad you posted this as I too wonder the same thing. As a person who has worked with more than a few traumatic brain injuries resulting from motorcycle accidents, I choose not to ride. I don't begrudge anyone their right to do so, but its a risk I'm no longer willing to take. Yet it seems that riding is an essential criteria for so many people. One fellow told me that I "just have to"...its a weird peer pressurey kind of thing with some. I'll stick with the bicycle on nice bike paths with no cars, thanks.

crispyandtender

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When should the woman offer to pay? Posted: 6/25/2009 5:03:08 PM
I believe each person should pay his/her own way or take turns paying for things. The spirit of generosity should be evident in both people.

crispyandtender

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Any other grammar nazis around these parts? Posted: 6/25/2009 5:00:08 PM
My take: the attention a person pays to what and how they write--especially in their profile, is an indicator of their level of attentiveness/respect for themselves and possibly their mate. It also says something about how serious they are about finding someone. The poorly written profile makes a big statement all by itself.

crispyandtender

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What are some good dating sites? Posted: 6/22/2009 5:22:42 PM
There are a couple new ones through Facebook: zoosk (appears to have some potential, but its a paid site) and Datepad which is free. I have also tried a couple of bicycling sites as I'd like to meet someone based on shared interests. Agree that meet-up is good for that reason.

crispyandtender

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Too Many Starbucks? Posted: 6/19/2009 6:05:19 PM
The very same thing happened to me! I felt so silly...but the fellow was nice about the mix up(my fault). If nothing else, its a good way to determine how people handle challenges.

crispyandtender

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KILTS...Would you wear one? Date someone who did? Posted: 4/11/2009 1:54:41 PM
Aye! Without question 'tis sexy... If he plays bagpipes and sings, even better. If he goes commando under the kilt, better still. That is, unlees we are talking about F. Ba**ard of Austin Powers fame--then thats a wee bit diff'rent.

crispyandtender

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replys Posted: 12/31/2007 11:23:54 AM
#2 hit the nail square on. Any guy that wants a girl to give him a chance doesn't employ a crass user name. Also, your profile lists hunting and back yard mechanics as your interests....no wonder the women aren't beating a path to your door. Maybe you'd do better listing "inimate encounter" as your purpose? Just seems more straightforward that way.

crispyandtender

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Diabetic Needs Help Posted: 12/22/2007 2:13:59 PM
If you look on ebay, you'll be able to find new, very inexpensive copies of "Diabetes for Dummies", as well as "Cooking for diabetes for dummies". Many people will give you "hints" which may be useful, but you'll need more than hints to maintain control of this lifelong condition and keep your health. You owe it to yourself to learn all you can about nutrition and exercise. Please continue to devote yourself to gaining the real foundation of knowledge that will help you understand how diabetes affects the body and how to take good care of yourself. If you do it right, you've turned this challenge into an opportunity.

crispyandtender

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Having the luck of a 3 legged donkey at the Derby !! Posted: 12/20/2007 9:04:47 PM
OP: Eggs are a marathon runner's food of choice--and this here is definitely a marathon. With only 3 dates under your belt, you are still in training... I like to put hot sauce on my eggs

crispyandtender

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Get together in Providence, RI Posted: 12/17/2007 7:22:42 PM
Oceanstateguy: Wow...girls actually let you kiss them with that foul mouth of yours....imagine that. Um, on 2nd thought, no thanks. Now quit being a pig and go away.

crispyandtender

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has anyone tried the other online dating sites? Posted: 12/13/2007 4:33:32 PM
connecting singles is free,but not as good as PoF. Just say hi is also free.

crispyandtender

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Get together in Providence, RI Posted: 12/12/2007 5:46:03 PM
Sounds like it was a night to be remembered--especially while getting those STD test results at the local community health center. Why do I always miss out on all the good stuff?

crispyandtender

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How do I stop being such a control freak? Posted: 12/4/2007 5:23:19 PM
^^^^ Titus: Yep. That's right. Nicely done. Validation is only for parking. The more one finds their own way and their own voice, regardless of what their family/friends think, the the more secure they will ultimately be.

crispyandtender

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How do I stop being such a control freak? Posted: 12/4/2007 4:52:11 PM
OP: In all sincerity, I think you are the only one who can say for sure and it is unlikely that even you, yourself, will ever know for sure. But I think there are two primary contributing factors: #1) being 19 --it is very likely that you will become more confident and less controlling as you mature; and #2) you may feel insecure about being a young woman alone in a big (often scary) world in which none of us has very much control. If you were to ask my advice on how to cope, I would recommend that you to have as much compassion for yourself as you can possibly muster. It is only through kindness and acceptance of ourselves that we become stronger (and therefore less controlling). Embrace the scary stuff if you can. Buddhist philosophy can really show you the way down this path, and I can't recommend it enough. Namaste

crispyandtender

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Get together in Providence, RI Posted: 12/3/2007 5:06:16 PM
Hey, this post was supposed to show up on the "events" forum, but it went here instead...oh well...

crispyandtender

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Get together in Providence, RI Posted: 12/3/2007 5:02:16 PM
We're planning a get together at the HiHat in Providence, RI on Sat. 1/5/08 at 7pm Here is a link to HiHat so you can check it out and get directions from where you are coming from. http://www.thehihat.com/ http://www.thehihat.com/map.html Please let me know if you would like to attend. Come dance the night away!!!

crispyandtender

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I would like to organize a meet & greet in RI Posted: 12/3/2007 4:56:47 PM
Count me in for 1/5/08 @ the Hi Hat It'll be fun!

crispyandtender

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Quick Question: What is a Posted: 12/2/2007 6:00:07 PM
a/c: You are correct--commando is the only way to go. A smart optimist you are! The man who understands: woman + flannel = happy AND naked underneath is a genius! Now, if you will watch artsy/fun /indie chick flicks with me while in said PJs--I will be your love slave.

crispyandtender

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I would like to organize a meet & greet in RI Posted: 12/2/2007 3:46:41 PM
Does the first Saturday after the New Year sound good for a meet up at the Hi Hat? Crispy

crispyandtender

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Quick Question: What is a Posted: 12/2/2007 3:37:20 PM
I am SO glad I'm over 35! My "scene" involves flannel pajamas and sweatshirts whenever possible. When do you think that'll be "in"? Now, after reading that web page, I will have to look up "emo" too. Hopelessly out, ccrispy

crispyandtender

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Question for the women Posted: 12/2/2007 10:35:40 AM
i don't like saying this, but sometimes you know within the first 10 seconds of meeting whether it is a "yes" or a "no" and you sepend the remainder of the time building the case for that initial sense/impression.

crispyandtender

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She's just not that into me? Posted: 12/1/2007 10:22:26 AM
AlexeiKaramazov: She is showing you who she is...believe her the first time she shows you. You already know her behavior isn't about you. A.K , you seem like quite a good guy and a great catch. Personally, I would have let you put your arm around me on the second date--and kiss me too. I would not have wanted to take a carriage ride without your arm around me. Spend your fine attentions on someone who embraces them--and you. Life is too short to be emotionally and physically incompatible. All the best to you in finding a real love.... Crispy

crispyandtender

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I would like to organize a meet & greet in RI Posted: 11/30/2007 5:42:45 PM
Hey Betty: Many thanks for your efforts. I'll vote for Hi Hat (since they have dancing). Saturday would be optimal for me--but I'll make it no matter where/when (except if its at McDonalds ) Crispy

crispyandtender

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Are radio broadcasts worth listening to? Posted: 11/29/2007 8:20:11 PM
If you've never heard "This American Life" on NPR, you are missing one of the best things ever to be on the radio. Google it--archives are there--free for the listening. Internet radio on itunes is GREAT. Regular old radio? makes barfing noise

crispyandtender

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Introduce Yourself Here. Posted: 11/29/2007 7:57:13 PM
^^^^ Hey Sally: Take a look at the Rhode Island thread entitled "would like to organize a meet and greet in RI". We have people who are interested. PLease let me know how to contact you (since you are not accepting non-male emails). It will be a fun time if we can herd all the cats into one locale! Crispy

crispyandtender

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The scariest meal you ever ate...and lived to talk about Posted: 11/28/2007 8:01:22 PM
^^^ mmmmm.....my mouth is watering just thinking about those gelatenous sheep brains served in their clever little bowl...I'll take mine with a side of pigs feet. Hey...what has everyone got against sushi? I LOVE sushi....Sushi is wondeful....I'm going to marry sushi.

crispyandtender

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top 6 things that piss you off the most. Posted: 11/26/2007 7:31:06 PM
1. Running for the phone--and its a TELEMARKETER 2. Trying to go #2 in a public bathroom when it is as silent as a tomb--AND SOMEONE SITS IN THE STALL RIGHT NEXT TO ME 3. Buying groceries I really need AND THEN LEAVING THEM AT THE STORE 4. Really bad sex (worse than no sex) 5. Other drivers who are reckless and careless 6. Losing a computer document that took 6 hours to create.

crispyandtender

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top 6 things that piss you off the most. Posted: 11/26/2007 7:28:09 PM
1.CHRISTMAS MUSIC 2.CHRISTMAS TV COMMERCIALS 3.GENERAL OBLIGATORY CHRISTMAS EXPECTATIONS 4.BIG UGLY CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS 5.CHRISTMAS SWEATERS 6.ROTTING CHRISMAS TREES THAT ARE WAITING TO GO TO THE DUMP

crispyandtender

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Best tv show...ever Posted: 11/26/2007 7:00:49 PM
Sopranos gets my vote. Runners up: Northern Exposure The Daily Show Mash Batman Carol Burnett Mary Tyler Moore

crispyandtender

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I would like to organize a meet & greet in RI Posted: 11/26/2007 6:53:35 PM
I like the idea of going to the HiHat More places: Dave & Busters in Prov. Place Mall? Boston Billiards in Warwick Trinity brewhouse in Prov. RiRa's in Prov. The Hot Club in Prov. Of course, there's always coffee.... Chime in, kids....

crispyandtender

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Dating Sites ... a way of life for some?? Posted: 11/25/2007 2:44:24 PM
Wolfie: You sound bitter... Online dating is a bitter pill to swallow for most of us, no doubt....but is there any sense in repeatedly swallowing regurgitating and swallowing again this nasty little pill? If you are so against this medium, why come on here and spew more bile into the already vomitous sea? burp just wondering...

crispyandtender

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The best cranberry orange relish Posted: 11/22/2007 10:56:21 AM
Such great ideas... I made some today, as I do every year for Thanksgiving. Next year I'll get jiggy with the recipe... Happy Thanksgiving everyone

crispyandtender

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Anybody? Posted: 11/19/2007 6:42:59 PM
Can't say I disagree. I'd have to say that our priority needs to be getting someone elected who shares your stated view--otherwise, more business as usual--which we thinking folks know we can't afford.

crispyandtender

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Girls! Am I that bad? Posted: 11/19/2007 6:39:47 PM
A few suggestions: Spell check (please) Try speaking more from your heart (and less from your...er, abrasive back pocket). Very few women are into guys who are into "hanging out". Dating, or even friends is preferable to that category. Also, put something in the profession box, dude. We don't like seeing that one empty. Ok, one more: tell her (the one you seek) what you want to share with her. Women, generally speaking, deal in the currency of emotion and feelings. And we like to be made to laugh and smile. Bon chance...

crispyandtender

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Deleting profile after the first date.... Posted: 11/18/2007 9:48:52 PM
OP: Its not a good feeling when this happens....I heard that there is a "three day rule" when it comes to contacting after a date. I'm not sure what exactly it means though. The fact that he deleted his profile is disconcerting--maybe he has another means of contacting you? Please let us know how it turns out...(for the best, I hope)

crispyandtender

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The scariest meal you ever ate...and lived to talk about Posted: 11/18/2007 1:25:05 PM
Replyers (hmmm, is that really a word?) ...Ok, Responders: I love it! These are great...! Some pretty grim menus for sure...Any more Klingon delicacies? My other most scary meal might have been the batch of turkey chile I made a few years ago. I thought it was still edible after 2 weeks residing in the fridge. Two hours after I ate it, it came back to haunt me with a vengeance...

crispyandtender

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What are these games that women don't like to play? Posted: 11/17/2007 8:57:21 PM
We forgot tiddlywinks, chutes n' ladders (no chutes for me--ladders are ok though)... Oh...and Twister (but not too hard---you can always play Sorry afterwards though). Sometimes solitaire is just fine....

crispyandtender

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Inquiry about Tea Posted: 11/17/2007 6:57:43 PM
Random: Now might be the time to try some english breakfast tea as it is similar to what you describe. Try Twinings and see if you like it. Most stores sell it--though it isn't as inexpensive as the brands you previously named. If you have a Job Lot type of store, you can often find a lot of high quality teas there --for less $. Experiment & Enjoy

crispyandtender

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Best Signs.... Posted: 11/17/2007 4:15:19 PM
In front of a church: "Bean supper. Music to follow."

crispyandtender

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i can believe everyone has been ditching me because i don't have a picture .... Posted: 11/17/2007 4:05:09 PM
OP: May I ask you, if you can't trust anyone enough to come out of your shell and post a photo, then how can you establish the trust necessary to form a relationship with someone? If the photo is "just a compliment" as you say, then what is the big deal about posting one or two? Just wondering...

crispyandtender

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Compare and contrast--which is scarier? A Stephen King movie or internet dating Posted: 11/17/2007 4:00:03 PM
Just finished watching the new Stephen King movie "1408" and boy was it frightening...and then I got to thinking: which is the scarier prospect--internet dating or a film by the master of horror? Given the plot twists, blood curlding screams and deranged characters, I'm voting for internet dating...I had no idea it could scare the pants right off of you! Please weigh in with your scary thoughts...

crispyandtender

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The scariest meal you ever ate...and lived to talk about Posted: 11/11/2007 8:00:48 PM
When I was growing up, strange foods regularly appeared on my grandmother's table. Calves brains, cow tongue (whole), and caviar were commonplace--and my brother and I were regularly told "you have to try it...", and we did--with many lumpy, soggy napkins going in the gabage or being strategically hidden for later disposal. Chicken foot soup is the very scariest thing I've had to eat....seemed like something they would serve to the Klingons on Star Trek. So what's your nightmare meal story?

crispyandtender

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Books never written Posted: 11/11/2007 4:18:03 PM
# 'How to Exercise' by Eileen and Ben Dover # 'Magical Bed Wettings' by Peter Pants # '101 Ways to Diet' by I. M. Hungry # 'Getting Fired' by Anita Job # 'Great Restaurants' by Bo Leamick # 'Crossing a Man with a Duck' by Willie Waddle # 'A Sailor's Adventure' by Ron A. Ground # 'Green Vegetables' by Brock Ali # 'Raise Your Arms' by Harry Pitt # 'Long Walk Home' by Miss. D. Bus # 'Sitting on the Beach' by Sandy Cheeks # 'Window Coverings' by Kurt and Rod # 'Wheels in China' by Rick Shaw # 'How To Dance' by Sheik Yerbouti # 'Something Smells' by I. Ben Pharting # "Brown Spots on the Wall" by Wu Phlung Pu # "Yellow River" by I.P. Daily

crispyandtender

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Love or hate the film BORAT, a predictor of compatibility? Posted: 11/10/2007 11:36:27 AM
Borat is one of the best movies ever made--period. If you look beyond the surface of over-the-top-under-the-bottom humor (which I thought was fantastic), there is a rich, insightful social commentary about the United States. I'd have to say that if a man couldn't appreciate this movie for its subtext--I don't think we'd hit it off. If he were to "go" in a bag and hand it to me...well, that would be a different story.

crispyandtender

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Good Places to eat, and good places to take a date Posted: 11/10/2007 10:43:25 AM
McCormick & Schmick in Providence has a great bar and fantastic happy hour menu. A good place for a first meeting (so long as your date doesn't drink 8 drinks in two hours

crispyandtender

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I would like to organize a meet & greet in RI Posted: 11/10/2007 10:39:31 AM
How about just getting together for a happy hour on a Friday night in Providence? McCormick and Schmick has the best happy hour menu and a wonderful bar. Those who wish to could stay and have dinner afterwards. Any takers for this idea? How about the first Friday in December?

crispyandtender

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Favorite movies and why? Posted: 11/10/2007 10:36:30 AM
Movies I love: Amelie, Fargo, Slingblade, The Usual Suspects, The Thin Man movies, Finding Nemo, Roman Holiday, Tampopo, Napolean Dynamite, Shawshank Redemption, Moonstruck, Ghost World, Sunset Blvd., Freda, all of Margaret Cho's movies, Pooty Tang, Best in Show, Kundun, Midnight Cowboy, Agnes Brown, Office Space, Silence of the Lambs, Borat. Most recently: Perfume, Michael Clayton

crispyandtender

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Sourdough Pancakes - circa 1800s Posted: 11/9/2007 10:57:10 PM
This is a truly amazing recipe...great thanks!!!!

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