Win a Tour of Ireland
Holly
http://leisure.travelocity.com/Promotions/0,,TRAVELOCITY|234|main,00.html
Doesn't hurt to try. :)
Holly
The Sage
Holly wrote in message <96jlrb$6ihg$1...@newssvr06-en0.news.prodigy.com>...
I do this tour once a year.
Any sites where we can win tours of the States/Canada?
Sage ( passport at hand)
Pilar Quezzaire
: I do this tour once a year.
: Any sites where we can win tours of the States/Canada?
: Sage ( passport at hand)
The former travel agent says:
Try American Adventures and USIT. I think USIT has a contest like that
every year. It's a Dublin-based international student travel agency.
--
Just Pilar
The Sage
"Holly" <HOLLY...@PRODIGY.NET> wrote in message
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Holly,
If you want I'll give you an escorted tour of the Emerald Isle.
I'm free, and won't charge anything beyond your good company.
The Sage ( smitten)
Holly
The Sage <k.pr...@iegateway.net> wrote in message
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Well I found one to Alaska. :)
http://leisure.travelocity.com/Promotions/0,,TRAVELOCITY|239|main,00.html
......and The Cayman Islands and Breckenridge, Colorado.
http://leisure.travelocity.com/Promotions/0,,TRAVELOCITY|220|main,00.html
Holly
Holly
Dear Smitty,
I was just there in October and had a wonderful time in Dublin and
Connemara. It was my first trip abroad. So now, I've been bitten by the
travel bug and I'll be back soon. I'm definitely returning to Paris, however
I just might include Ireland too. It would be quite nice to have my own
personal tour guide to get me off the beaten path. :)
Holly
The Sage
>
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> >
> > "Holly" <HOLLY...@PRODIGY.NET> wrote in message
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> > > Courtesy of The Irish Tourist Board and Travelocity
> > >
> > >
> http://leisure.travelocity.com/Promotions/0,,TRAVELOCITY|234|main,00.html
> > >
> travel bug and I'll be back soon. I'm definitely returning to Paris,
however
> I just might include Ireland too. It would be quite nice to have my own
> personal tour guide to get me off the beaten path. :)
>
> Holly
Holly,
I know Paris well-I go there about 4 times a year, if you want a tour of
there as well. There is a grand spot called "Aux Trois Maillets"- dancing on
tables and music till 8am.................
And of course the Irish tour could be included as well.
Smitty
>
Holly
>
> "Holly" <HOLLY...@PRODIGY.NET> wrote in message
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> >
> > travel bug and I'll be back soon. I'm definitely returning to Paris,
> however
> > I just might include Ireland too. It would be quite nice to have my own
> > personal tour guide to get me off the beaten path. :)
> >
> > Holly
>
> Holly,
> I know Paris well-I go there about 4 times a year, if you want a tour of
> there as well. There is a grand spot called "Aux Trois Maillets"- dancing
on
> tables and music till 8am.................
> And of course the Irish tour could be included as well.
>
> Smitty
Doesn't that sound lovely. My trip in October was for 9 days and I also
traveled through Wales and England on the way to Paris. I was particularly
fond of Wales. I've never seen so many sheep in my whole life. I took the
ferry from Dublin to Wales on a sunny day. The whole trip was heaven.
However, I only had time to be in Paris for 24 hours. I didn't have time to
see Orsey de Musee (sp?), Montmartre(sp?), or Notre Dame. The Tour de
Eiffel, Champsee Lysee, Louvre, Angelina's, Roquefort Quiche, Apple Tarte,
wine and the coffee where fantastic. I only went into McDonald's to use the
Ladies. I swear. :)
The one morning that I was in Paris, I woke up very early. It was still
dark. A soft rain was coming down. I left the lights off, wrapped a blanket
around myself and opened the window to hear the rain and listen to the quiet
in the streets. In a very old building across the way, a man opened his
curtains to his French doors, so I could see into his apartment. The
contents had the look of a writer with books piled high and papers strewn
all around. He was in his lime green pajamas talking on the phone. I
received a bit of satisfaction having the opportunity of seeing into the
private life of a Frenchman, but feeling a bit of a peeping Tom, I stop
looking. My gaze drifted down at my window sill and I saw that big pieces
of old thick paint had chipped off the window. I kept a piece of the paint
as a souvenir. I still have it. Aaaah, Paris. :)
Holly
The Sage
>
> The Sage <k.pr...@iegateway.net> wrote in message
> news:SMEj6.1171$PF4....@news.iol.ie...
> >
> > "Holly" <HOLLY...@PRODIGY.NET> wrote in message
> > news:96l0pf$broc$1...@newssvr06-en0.news.prodigy.com...
> > >
> traveled through Wales and England on the way to Paris. I was particularly
> fond of Wales. I've never seen so many sheep in my whole life.
I took the
> ferry from Dublin to Wales on a sunny day. The whole trip was heaven.
> However, I only had time to be in Paris for 24 hours.
You sound like a Japanese tourist, shame on you!
I didn't have time to
> see Orsey de Musee (sp?), Montmartre(sp?), or Notre Dame. The Tour de
> Eiffel, Champsee Lysee, Louvre, Angelina's, Roquefort Quiche, Apple
Tarte,
Musee D'Orsay...formerly a railway station for the Paris -Lyon line. Lots of
Van Gogh, Monet, manet impressionist etc... well worth the 40 Franc entry
fee.
> wine and the coffee where fantastic.
Was the coffee double espresso? The wine ...well, what more can I say,
except be there the day when Bojalais Nouveau is released. Magic!
I only went into McDonald's to use the
> Ladies. I swear. :)
Philistine!
>
> The one morning that I was in Paris, I woke up very early. It was still
> dark. A soft rain was coming down. I left the lights off, wrapped a
blanket
> around myself and opened the window to hear the rain and listen to the
quiet
> in the streets.
Your a romantic at heart.
In a very old building across the way, a man opened his
> curtains to his French doors, so I could see into his apartment. The
> contents had the look of a writer with books piled high and papers strewn
> all around. He was in his lime green pajamas talking on the phone. I
> received a bit of satisfaction having the opportunity of seeing into the
> private life of a Frenchman, but feeling a bit of a peeping Tom, I stop
> looking. My gaze drifted down at my window sill and I saw that big pieces
> of old thick paint had chipped off the window. I kept a piece of the paint
> as a souvenir. I still have it. Aaaah, Paris. :)
Paris isn't noted for the high standard of hotels. Most of the budget one's
are pretty awful. Still, you got a nice liitle "vignet" of someone's life.
The offer still stands!!!!
Bon soir, Madam
Sage ( C'est la vie )
>
> Holly
>
>
Holly
>
> "Holly" <HOLLY...@PRODIGY.NET> wrote in message
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> >
> You obviously didn't tour Wicklow..................
Now let me take a look at a map. It's near the green sea, which makes it of
great interest to me. Well, I probably got a glimpse of it as I passed the
lighthouse. Other than that, you're right.
> I took the
> > ferry from Dublin to Wales on a sunny day. The whole trip was heaven.
> > However, I only had time to be in Paris for 24 hours.
> You sound like a Japanese tourist, shame on you!
I wanted to see all I could in the short time that I had on my first trip. I
would not leave Europe without a glimpse of Paris. The next time will be
more leisurely. I don't like to be rushed.
>
> I didn't have time to
> > see Orsey de Musee (sp?),
> Musee D'Orsay...formerly a railway station for the Paris -Lyon line. Lots
of
> Van Gogh, Monet, manet impressionist etc... well worth the 40 Franc entry
> fee.
I thought I would find these artists in the Louvre. I was wrong and Musee
D'Orsay was closed on Monday. I was heartbroken. I enjoy painting and most
of what I have learned is simply from studying the masters. Their simplicity
looks easy. Is it not.
> > wine and the coffee where fantastic.
> Was the coffee double espresso?
I just asked for coffee. You mean it gets better? Always nice to have
something to look forward to.
The wine ...well, what more can I say,
> except be there the day when Bojalais Nouveau is released. Magic!
Now exactly when would that be? September?
> I only went into McDonald's to use the
> > Ladies. I swear. :)
>
> Philistine!
Well when nature calls....
>
> >
> > The one morning that I was in Paris, I woke up very early.
> Your a romantic at heart.
But ofcourse.
> In a very old building across the way, a man opened his
> > curtains to his French doors, so I could see into his apartment.
I kept a piece of the paint
> > as a souvenir. I still have it. Aaaah, Paris. :)
>
> Paris isn't noted for the high standard of hotels. Most of the budget
one's
> are pretty awful.
But the old buildings have so much romance and charm.
> The offer still stands!!!!
>
> Bon soir, Madam
>
> Sage ( C'est la vie )
Well now it might be wise for me to take a little time to know you better
first,
Mr. Sage. But there is no rush. Being a rather impulsive person, I was
hoping for "April in Paris." However, it may not come about until September.
But you never know. :)
Holly
The Sage
>
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> >
> > "Holly" <HOLLY...@PRODIGY.NET> wrote in message
> > news:96p399$2nv4$1...@newssvr06-en0.news.prodigy.com...
> > >
> > > Doesn't that sound lovely. My trip in October was for 9 days
>
> > You obviously didn't tour Wicklow..................
>
> D'Orsay was closed on Monday. I was heartbroken. I enjoy painting and most
> of what I have learned is simply from studying the masters. Their
simplicity
> looks easy. Is it not.
the Louvre. There you have to stand in queues for ages, and all anyone
really goes ther to see is the Mona Lisa. Its a bit of a let-down.
>
> > > wine and the coffee where fantastic.
> > Was the coffee double espresso?
>
> I just asked for coffee. You mean it gets better? Always nice to have
> something to look forward to.
They'll give you coffee that'll made the hair on the back of your neck stand
up. It's like rocket fuel if taken first thing in the morning.
>
> The wine ...well, what more can I say,
> > except be there the day when Bojalais Nouveau is released. Magic!
>
> Now exactly when would that be? September?
Nope, around the 3rd Thursday of November.
>
> But the old buildings have so much romance and charm.
So has the Acropolis, but that doesn't mean Iwant to stay there!
>
> > The offer still stands!!!!
> >
> > Bon soir, Madam
> >
> > Sage ( C'est la vie )
>
> Well now it might be wise for me to take a little time to know you better
> first,
> Mr. Sage. But there is no rush.
Go on, be a divil.
Being a rather impulsive person, I was
> hoping for "April in Paris."
I can highly recommend that time of year.
However, it may not come about until September.
> But you never know. :)
>
> Holly
Well, like any true gentleman, I totally respect your wishes. Should you
require guidance, I'll be delighted to oblige.
Sage ( phrase book at hand).
>
>
>
Holly
>
> "Holly" <HOLLY...@PRODIGY.NET> wrote in message
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> The Musee D'Orsay is , for my money at least, a more interesting spot than
> the Louvre. There you have to stand in queues for ages, and all anyone
> really goes ther to see is the Mona Lisa. Its a bit of a let-down.
It's not easy to have a private moment with the Mona Lisa. And behind all
that glass, it's rather difficult to study. However, it was an experience to
be had and I'm glad I saw her. The impressionist movement was a mark of a
new age of individual freedoms and expression. What a time for art and
literature!
> >
> > I just asked for coffee. You mean it gets better? Always nice to have
> > something to look forward to.
>
> They'll give you coffee that'll made the hair on the back of your neck
stand
> up. It's like rocket fuel if taken first thing in the morning.
Cool
> > The wine ...well, what more can I say,
> > > except be there the day when Bojalais Nouveau is released. Magic!
> >
> > Now exactly when would that be? September?
>
> Nope, around the 3rd Thursday of November.
November! Too cold. No picnics. I'll just have to settle for that old stuff.
> >
> > But the old buildings have so much romance and charm.
>
> So has the Acropolis, but that doesn't mean Iwant to stay there!
Why not? No sense of adventure I see.
> > > Sage ( C'est la vie )
> >
> > Well now it might be wise for me to take a little time to know you
better
> > first,
> > Mr. Sage. But there is no rush.
>
> Go on, be a divil.
Well I can understand if you are a bit shy and do not wish to post your
picture with Eddie. Now, I'm passing no judgement, but for all I know, you
are sitting in the middle of Budapest, posting- sporting only your Superman
underwear, drinking a Coors and surrounded by your 9 wives and 26 children.
:)
>
> Being a rather impulsive person, I was
> > hoping for "April in Paris."
>
> I can highly recommend that time of year.
We'll see. I may stop off in my old home state of Maryland and soak up some
sun on the beach for a while, before heading east. Actually, it's Delaware.
My friends just bought a place there. I'm working on it.
> Well, like any true gentleman, I totally respect your wishes.
Oh good. So tell me all about yourself. :)
>Should you
> require guidance, I'll be delighted to oblige.
>
> Sage ( phrase book at hand).
Well, at this rate, we'll need a code word and maybe a carnation in your
lapel for identification.
Holly
The Sage
> > "Holly" <HOLLY...@PRODIGY.NET>on a cultural trip, wrote in message
> > news:96rc1i$5at6$1...@newssvr05-en0.news.prodigy.com...
> It's not easy to have a private moment with the Mona Lisa. And behind all
> that glass, it's rather difficult to study. However, it was an experience
to
> be had and I'm glad I saw her. The impressionist movement was a mark of a
> new age of individual freedoms and expression. What a time for art and
> literature!
It was indeed Ms.Holly. It is a pity that one cannot get some time with the
Mona Lisa without being overrun and jostled by Japanese tourists on 12 hour
tours of Europe.There are many delights in the Louvre: Poussin,De Heem,
Honthorst,and I have a particular "gra" for Prud'houn's "The Empress
Josephine".I still find the Musee D'Orsay a much more realxing and enjoyable
experience.
> November! Too cold. No picnics. I'll just have to settle for that old
stuff.
Can be better than the Nouveau.....
> > > But the old buildings have so much romance and charm.
> >
> > So has the Acropolis, but that doesn't mean Iwant to stay there!
>
> Why not? No sense of adventure I see.
I have a huge sense of adventure, as indeed life is. I still prefer a nice
warm clean bed with adecent loo and shower to a sleeping bag under the
Acropolis. Maybe 30 years ago......
>
> Well I can understand if you are a bit shy and do not wish to post your
> picture with Eddie.
I am indeed shy, but you could be a very tempting persuader. Besides, I
don't have any decent or recent mugshots. I could go down to the local Garda
station for an old file copy.....
Now, I'm passing no judgement, but for all I know, you
> are sitting in the middle of Budapest, posting
No, but you are being presumptous. I wouldn't mind a trip to Budapest
though.....
- sporting only your Superman
> underwear,
Strictly Calvin Klein only.
>drinking a Coors
No, Millar draught is my current poison
>and surrounded by your 9 wives and 26 children.
Do they allow polygamy in the Czech republic?
No, tried marriage once and its enough for me. However, I could be
presumptuous and suggest the 3 husbands that may be close by with you
drinking Dordogne and raspberry tea and waxing lyrical about impressionist,
post impressionist, modernists etc.
And as for the 26 children, well , I wish I had the balls for something as
prolific as that and the ability to sire 9 different wimmen' into the
bargain!I'm probably too coventional and in any event, couldn't afford them.
.
>
> We'll see. I may stop off in my old home state of Maryland and soak up
some
> sun on the beach for a while, before heading east. Actually, it's
Delaware.
> My friends just bought a place there. I'm working on it.
Are you into DIY and home repairs? My kind of gal!
>
> > Well, like any true gentleman, I totally respect your wishes.
>
> Oh good. So tell me all about yourself. :)
Oh Ms.Holly, where do I start? I'll have to let you be my guide on
that.....:)
>
> >Should you
> > require guidance, I'll be delighted to oblige.
> Well, at this rate, we'll need a code word and maybe a carnation in your
> lapel for identification.
>
> Holly
I'll be the guy with the violin case, Havana cigar, pin stripe suit, spats,
and of course, the pink carnation. I'll let you pick the code word.
Sage ( crossing bounderies)
>
>
>
>
Holly
>
> > > "Holly" <HOLLY...@PRODIGY.NET>on a cultural trip, wrote in message
> > > news:96rc1i$5at6$1...@newssvr05-en0.news.prodigy.com...
>The impressionist movement was a mark of a
> > new age of individual freedoms and expression. What a time for art and
> > literature!
> It was indeed Ms.Holly. It is a pity that one cannot get some time with
the
> Mona Lisa without being overrun and jostled by Japanese tourists on 12
hour
> tours of Europe.There are many delights in the Louvre: Poussin,De Heem,
> Honthorst,and I have a particular "gra" for Prud'houn's "The Empress
> Josephine".
I was impressed mostly by the architecture of the building and the paintings
on the ceiling. However, I did not have the opportunity to make it through
the entire collection. Aways back, I read an article in The Smithsonian
about the opening of the Hermitage to the public. Now, that would be
something to behold.
>I still find the Musee D'Orsay a much more realxing and enjoyable
> experience.
I can just imagine. Probably a bit more of a bohemian atmosphere.
> > > > But the old buildings have so much romance and charm.
> > >
> > > So has the Acropolis, but that doesn't mean Iwant to stay there!
> >
> > Why not? No sense of adventure I see.
>
> I have a huge sense of adventure, as indeed life is. I still prefer a nice
> warm clean bed with adecent loo and shower to a sleeping bag under the
> Acropolis. Maybe 30 years ago......
I sort of like a bathtub with jets myself, but one night for the adventure I
can see doing.
> >
> > Well I can understand if you are a bit shy and do not wish to post your
> > picture with Eddie.
>
> I am indeed shy, but you could be a very tempting persuader. Besides, I
> don't have any decent or recent mugshots.
I didn't either until a picture was taken of me for my work. At least for
once I didn't look like a lilly should be placed on my chest.
> I could go down to the local Garda
> station for an old file copy.....
Being the tempting persuader that I am, maybe I could talk you into
following through with a shocking display, which will land you on the
evening news. Saturday morning I was watching RTE "Out of Ireland."
> Now, I'm passing no judgement, but for all I know, you
> > are sitting in the middle of Budapest, posting
> No, but you are being presumptous. I wouldn't mind a trip to Budapest
> though.....
I imagine it would be quite an expererience.
> - sporting only your Superman
> > underwear,
> Strictly Calvin Klein only.
A discriminating man of taste.
>
> >drinking a Coors
> No, Millar draught is my current poison
Hmmmm....that's a new one to me.
>
> >and surrounded by your 9 wives and 26 children.
> Do they allow polygamy in the Czech republic?
Actually, I couldn't say.
> No, tried marriage once and its enough for me.
Well I could say the same but I won't. Life is full of surprises.
>However, I could be
> presumptuous and suggest the 3 husbands that may be close by with you
> drinking Dordogne and raspberry tea and waxing lyrical about
impressionist,
> post impressionist, modernists etc.
No. Same for me, I tried marriage once. That experience ended 17ish years
ago. I learned many lessons and was blessed with two children that are now
23 and 22 years old. But I won't judge all men by other bad experiences.
> And as for the 26 children, well , I wish I had the balls for something
as
> prolific as that and the ability to sire 9 different wimmen' into the
> bargain!I'm probably too coventional and in any event, couldn't afford
them.
That would be quite a few mouths to feed.
> > My friends just bought a place there. I'm working on it.
>
> Are you into DIY and home repairs? My kind of gal!
Now I wouldn't hold my breath with that one. I'm more into HGTV and The Food
Network. I could make you a lamp out of old Millar bottles or whip up some
Pancetta and Barley Soup or Boeuf Bourguignon.
> >
> > > Well, like any true gentleman, I totally respect your wishes.
> >
> > Oh good. So tell me all about yourself. :)
>
> Oh Ms.Holly, where do I start? I'll have to let you be my guide on
> that.....:)
Well, we'll just let it unfold.
> >
> > >Should you
> > > require guidance, I'll be delighted to oblige.
>
> > Well, at this rate, we'll need a code word and maybe a carnation in your
> > lapel for identification.
> >
> > Holly
>
> I'll be the guy with the violin case, Havana cigar, pin stripe suit,
spats,
> and of course, the pink carnation.
Now exactly are you gonna get your hands on a Cuban cigar. Nevermind, I
don't wanta know.
I'll let you pick the code word.
>
> Sage ( crossing bounderies)
How about "My name is MacNamara and I'm the leader of the band?"
Holly
The Sage
>
> The Sage <k.pr...@iegateway.net> wrote in message
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> >
> > > > "Holly" <HOLLY...@PRODIGY.NET>on a cultural trip, wrote in
message
> > > > news:96rc1i$5at6$1...@newssvr05-en0.news.prodigy.com...
>
paintings
> on the ceiling. However, I did not have the opportunity to make it through
> the entire collection. Aways back, I read an article in The Smithsonian
> about the opening of the Hermitage to the public. Now, that would be
> something to behold.
I don't know much about that Ms.Holly, but I'll accept your impeccable good
judgement in your views.
>
>
> I sort of like a bathtub with jets myself, but one night for the adventure
I
> can see doing.
One night yes, but thats the limit. Do you have a bathtub with jets? I'd
like to try one of those.
>
> > >
>
> I didn't either until a picture was taken of me for my work. At least for
> once I didn't look like a lilly should be placed on my chest.
A lilly on your chest? Not too sure what you mean there, but your chest
looks very well ....well...balanced?
>
> > I could go down to the local Garda
> > station for an old file copy.....
>
> Being the tempting persuader that I am, maybe I could talk you into
> following through with a shocking display, which will land you on the
> evening news. Saturday morning I was watching RTE "Out of Ireland."
What do you suggest? Nothing heinous, just something outrageous which
doesn't involve removing my clothes. Or I could simply go to Mr.Wall's
Gallery of rogues.
>
>
> > - sporting only your Superman
> > > underwear,
> > Strictly Calvin Klein only.
>
> A discriminating man of taste.
Right first time.
> >
> >
>
> > No, tried marriage once and its enough for me.
>
> Well I could say the same but I won't. Life is full of surprises.
Would you go again? Are you planning to? Is there a potential Mr.Holly who
is about to sweep you off to that mythical land?
>
>
> No. Same for me, I tried marriage once. That experience ended 17ish years
> ago. I learned many lessons and was blessed with two children that are now
> 23 and 22 years old. But I won't judge all men by other bad experiences.
Nor would I judge women either. Sometimes, for whatever reasons, things
aren't meant to last and we have to move on. Still, there has to be some
good memories and times. Aren't the kids great to have?
>
> Now I wouldn't hold my breath with that one. I'm more into HGTV and The
Food
> Network. I could make you a lamp out of old Millar bottles or whip up some
> Pancetta and Barley Soup or Boeuf Bourguignon.
Now that is what I call complementary to my own talents. I'll work, and you
feed me.
>
> > >
> > > > Well, like any true gentleman, I totally respect your wishes.
> > >
> > > Oh good. So tell me all about yourself. :)
> >
> > Oh Ms.Holly, where do I start? I'll have to let you be my guide on
> > that.....:)
>
> Well, we'll just let it unfold.
Holly, that will have to be the subject of private correspondence.
>
> > >> >
> > I'll be the guy with the violin case, Havana cigar, pin stripe suit,
> spats,
> > and of course, the pink carnation.
>
> Now exactly are you gonna get your hands on a Cuban cigar. Nevermind, I
> don't wanta know.
Fox's Tobacconist Shop in College Green Dublin, opposite Trinity College.
Cuban cigars are banned in the States, aren't they? Unless of course, you
know Monica L.
>
> I'll let you pick the code word.
> >
> > Sage ( crossing bounderies)
>
> How about "My name is MacNamara and I'm the leader of the band?"
>
> Holly
Spot on, no bother. That'll do nicely.
Sage ( puffing on pipe)
>
>
>
Holly
>
> "Holly" <HOLLY...@PRODIGY.NET> wrote in message
> news:972r8b$1u2u$1...@newssvr05-en0.news.prodigy.com...
> > something to behold.
>
> I don't know much about that Ms.Holly, but I'll accept your impeccable
good
> judgement in your views.
I believe the Hermitage is in St.Petersburg.
> >
> > I sort of like a bathtub with jets myself, but one night for the
adventure
> I
> > can see doing.
>
> One night yes, but thats the limit.
:)
Do you have a bathtub with jets? I'd
> like to try one of those.
No I do not. But Jacuzzis are very popular in Colorado so maybe
someday.....If you have never experience one, they are wonderful. Very
relaxing.
> >
> > > >
> >
> > I didn't either until a picture was taken of me for my work. At least
for
> > once I didn't look like a lilly should be placed on my chest.
> A lilly on your chest? Not too sure what you mean there, but your chest
> looks very well ....well...balanced?
Stop that. I meant I look like "death warmed over" as my mother puts it.
>
> >
> > > I could go down to the local Garda
> > > station for an old file copy.....
> >
> > Being the tempting persuader that I am, maybe I could talk you into
> > following through with a shocking display, which will land you on the
> > evening news. Saturday morning I was watching RTE "Out of Ireland."
>
> What do you suggest? Nothing heinous, just something outrageous which
> doesn't involve removing my clothes.
Now I wouldn't want you to ruin your spotless reputation.
>Or I could simply go to Mr.Wall's
> Gallery of rogues.
Well that would be just fine.
> >
> >
> > > - sporting only your Superman
> > > > underwear,
> > > Strictly Calvin Klein only.
> >
> > A discriminating man of taste.
>
> Right first time.
So I can be pretty sure you don't go spitting off the bridges in Dublin? :)
> > >
> > >
> >
> > > No, tried marriage once and its enough for me.
> >
> > Well I could say the same but I won't. Life is full of surprises.
>
> Would you go again?
It's a possibility. I believe these things are out of our hands. One never
knows what fate has in store. Afterall, one does not meet their soul mate
everyday of the week, now do they. Nope. It really only happens once and you
never know when that will be. That's if you are blessed with it at all. It's
rather exciting, actually.
>Are you planning to?
No
Is there a potential Mr.Holly who
> is about to sweep you off to that mythical land?
No
> >
> >
> > No. Same for me, I tried marriage once. That experience ended 17ish
years
> > ago. I learned many lessons and was blessed with two children that are
now
> > 23 and 22 years old. But I won't judge all men by other bad experiences.
>
> Nor would I judge women either. Sometimes, for whatever reasons, things
> aren't meant to last and we have to move on. Still, there has to be some
> good memories and times.
There is always that.
>Aren't the kids great to have?
Yes they are. Most of my best memories are of them growing up.
> >
> > Now I wouldn't hold my breath with that one. I'm more into HGTV and The
> Food
> > Network. I could make you a lamp out of old Millar bottles or whip up
some
> > Pancetta and Barley Soup or Boeuf Bourguignon.
>
> Now that is what I call complementary to my own talents. I'll work, and
you
> feed me.
That suits me just fine. Now don't be getting in my way in the kitchen. :)
> >
> > > >
> > > > > Well, like any true gentleman, I totally respect your wishes.
> > > >
> > > > Oh good. So tell me all about yourself. :)
> > >
> > > Oh Ms.Holly, where do I start? I'll have to let you be my guide on
> > > that.....:)
> >
> > Well, we'll just let it unfold.
>
> Holly, that will have to be the subject of private correspondence.
You are making me blush again. :)
> >
> > > >> >
> > > I'll be the guy with the violin case, Havana cigar, pin stripe suit,
> > spats,
> > > and of course, the pink carnation.
> >
> > Now exactly are you gonna get your hands on a Cuban cigar. Nevermind, I
> > don't wanta know.
>
> Fox's Tobacconist Shop in College Green Dublin, opposite Trinity College.
> Cuban cigars are banned in the States, aren't they?
I believe so.
>Unless of course, you
> know Monica L.
No comment.
>
> >
> > I'll let you pick the code word.
> > >
> > > Sage ( crossing bounderies)
> >
> > How about "My name is MacNamara and I'm the leader of the band?"
> >
> > Holly
> Spot on, no bother. That'll do nicely.
The line reminded me of a story about a friend named Jack, who several years
back went one afternoon to pick up his wife Betty at a building with a
security guard. The guard said, "name please." Jack said, "My name is
MacNamara and I'm the leader of the band." The guard let him pass. :)
>
> Sage ( puffing on pipe)
I like the aroma of pipes and cigars. My grandfather smoked cigars. Actually
had a few puffs myself one time. I inhaled it and found out you're not
suppose to do that. :)
Holly