Sorry the Kates can't come. We'll have to do this often! Pass it on to singe friends, potluck party at Kitty's in Gilchrist, sat, may 18, 6 pm. rsvp here for the address to come later. Geewiz will entertain us with his guitar and song.
Kitty

Count Me In ~ RSVP
 

Hi Kitty & all the rest of the singles gang...I get off work at 3pm that Saturday, so I'll be there. I'll make New Orleans Chicken Gumbo & rice. Looking forward to meeting all of you. Susan

Kitty, first let me say, I think you may be taking on more than you bargained for, but, it is an inspired way to launch a focused Singles group.

As an example: This STD issue, that Diane brought up, is exactly what we should not be afraid to talk about openly (Katie, is this the kind of post you were talking about?) Being aware of this problem is important to any Single who is dating in TV. I had never heard a thing about it before today and frankly it was kind of a shock. I would be surprised if this is common knowledge among TV's new single residents or to the singles, like me and the others who have recently joined us but who have yet to arrive. (PS. MAT thanks for the article) Are there others here who have had to endure kind of mockery?

On that point, and this is only a suggestion if the core participants are even interested in developing our current thread into something more tangible -Maybe someone at the party could recommend another method of communicating online. Some kind of private forum for an interactive special interest Singles group. A site where we will be more comfortable talking openly, about 'engaging' topics, unique and of interest or concern to us, as well as providing a better way for the members (for lack of a better term) - to invite the participants to attend more social get-togethers, like Kitty's. Just a thought.
Katie R

Kate - I'm not in The Villages yet but the STD issue is one I have heard many many times in the past several months I've been thinking about moving. I'm annoyed with it by this point. Seems to be the very first thing that I hear when I say I'm moving to The Villages.

I do like the idea of an interactive form of communicating. Maybe we can all come up with something.

Katie, re biting off too much, a potluck is my lazy way to make sure there's enough for everyone without exactly counting. It's an almost hostess-free party, and I've had many that allowed me to have fun instead of fuss. I'm sure an open invitation with a title: Party at Kitty's would be a chandelier swinger, but the lights here haven't yet been installed!

I'll send the address to the first 30-40 who rsvp here in this thread. I love the feeling of the energies of friends in my home, so I welcome you all, and you should come just to meet my boxer, Emma. She will love the company!Kitty
ps, I just wish you could come. Maybe somebody will have a Kate party next.

I'll bring the STDs...just kidding.

Then you're definitely the perfect hostess for this soiree. Do you really think 30 plus will rsvp at this site? That would be some launch.

I had a memorable potluck party once. I asked them all to "Just bring a side dish". I got 28 of them. All macaroni salads. As each guest arrived, with their large bowls in hand, it got funnier and funnier. We ended up having a contest for the best recipe. I don't think I've had macaroni salad since.

Katie

Oh, my...here we go again contributing to the STD rumor.

Kitty, sorry, I have to back out...this thread has really turned South. I don't want to go to a party to talk about STDs...too serious for polite or fun conversation and certainly not a way to get to know one another. It would gross me out. That is something that should privately be discussed between two consenting adults.

Ya'll have fun though. You are going to have a lot of Singles show up and finally get to meet each other. In the meantime, I think I will be putting the wedding ring back on.

And, Katie, NO that was not what I was talking about. I am too polite...did not even occur to me.

Katie

I just moved in 10 days ago and would love to start making friends. If you decide to go ahead with something at your home, let me know what I can bring and count me in! Thanks, Ronnye

Kitty, "retiredsfw" is sandra f webb. Moved to santo domingo last october.

Katie,

I really wish that you would reconsider leaving the group. You certainly have every reason to be upset with the posts that neither respect, nor understand what we are trying to accomplish here. My reaction was the same, but, I know they do not represent the rest of us. We want to bring issues to the table that are particularly unique to the Singles living in TV. But, unfortunately some problems will not be easy to discuss or resolve and this STD rumor is apparently one of those that is truly sickening, but nonetheless a potential problem for all of us. I was shocked to find out that some of the women who posted had had to ensure snide remarks about living in TV. It made me angry and I don't even live there. It's unfortunate that this issue happened to be raised first, but, maybe we could call it initiation by fire. And probably there is nothing that can be done about it, but, I can assure you it is nothing to joke about, nor to be discussed at Kitty's party. Katie you have already brought so much to this fledgling group, I would hate to lose your insight going forward and I know everyone else would agree.

Katie

I have heard some ladies talking about the number of men in TV that were either "looking for a nurse or a purse, or something that they were not prepared to give". I hope all you wonderful people don't run into this type of mentality often. One time is one time too many.

If my STD line offended - sorry - it was just a joke. A singles soiree is a great idea and I am totally in...I offered to play some guitar...but, this shouldn't be "The Gary Show" maybe a couple of Beatle songs...maybe Walk Away Renee....and Prayer for Chacha and maybe some melodic looping for ambiance. I can sing - but if someone wants to sing instead of me...let me know, we can work it up. Also, if someone flirts...you might get a song written for you on the spot.

In all seriousness - Sumter is not ground zero for STDs...there are maps of these things. Hell, at our age, sex is less important than kindness and care...though sex is still a great thing. Find someone you really care for and when the friendship gets to that point...have a date to get tested. Sex is better with love and love is a sacred thing.

Still - here is a song about sex...

Red Red Sky

Let me drown
Set me in the waters so deep
Deep into the waters of love
And dive
The pushing and the wasting
The tasting of the coma of love
Beneath the Red Red Sky

Don't even speak
Just let me run my lips over
Skin and hair...the body of love
Don't sleep
Just couple and uncouple
The deep and dark uncoupling of love
Beneath the Red Red Sky
Beneath the Red Red Sky
I am drawn into the light
I am drawn into the light
I am drawn into the...

Airports and Airplanes

When I was a child I always dreamed
When I was a child I always dreamed

Well damn me and doubt my intentions
Well damn me and doubt my intentions
Well damn me and doubt my intentions

I'm still a child

Leave me notes
A date and an address
I need no explanation
Just you to free and feel alive with pressing
The deep insane caressing of love
Beneath the Red Red Sky
Beneath the Red Red Sky
I am drawn into the light
I am drawn into the light
I am drawn into the...

I LOVE this thread!
 

It isn't good that Katie is offended. I'm truly sorry about that. In my view the discussion has been genuine and respectful and appropriately humorous, thanks to Geewiz. It is healthy for us to openly discuss concerns about our reputation, and to figure out how to fit into single life here and to laugh at ourselves and the silly std rumors.

I feel engaged in a meaningful dialogue on the singles forum, and that includes Katie's viewpoint.
The party is ON, and Geewiz, you are awesome! Keep those songs and humor coming. I can't wait to meet you!
Kitty

Seems as if I really opened up a can of worms with an offhand remark about a subject that I found annoying when I mentioned I was moving to TV. No offense was ever intended nor was it a subject I ever planned a long discussion about. Just an offhand comment - nothing more.

Diane, It's all OK. I'm sorry Katie was upset. I only wish you could come to the party, so we'll have another one after you get here! I am totally ok with your comments and everyone else's. I hope you will continue to feel free to post your concerns in a genuine and honest way...it's the only way to connect with others in a way that isn't shallow. I want to be in a community of singles who are tolerant and open.
Kitty

kitty, I may have to rethink my position -- can I hide in a bedroom and play with Emma? I LOVE boxers (people can come visit us but not too many at once rofl). They are such, sweet funny dogs!!!!

What say we put this particular problem on the back burner and move on. If nothing else we've accomplished our initial objective - this was certainly an 'engaging' discussion. Diane, you actually did us a favor - we can't be afraid to discuss the tough stuff. There is always going to be controversial issues and differences of opinion. That is at the foundation of this thread and our society. Kitty is right, to make this project successful we have to be tolerant and open. We may just need to find the right balance. Katie R

AMEN !!! Let's move on. I'm dying to hear how the get together next weekend goes.

Does this mean if Mike Tyson comes and nibbles on your ear you'd be a happy camper?

This sounds like it would be such a fun evening...it such a shame I am 900 miles and 2 years away!

Um, no. But if Emma licked my face, I would be.

I love the soiree concept and I'm in....especially if my face is licked (a joking reference to an earlier post)....can I also suggest an additional possibility -

I just bought a Disney annual pass and joined a meetup group called Walk with Disney that goes to a different park each week. The cool thing is the group includes some mouse employees and lines can be bypassed. This is exercise and connections and fun. Consider it another option. ps - with an annual pass you don't have to kill yourself...just a couple of hours each week. Plus - I'll drive and have free parking (just lick my face - joke).

not single g but when i come full time i would love to walk disney

I love the Disney idea. I live in Orlando now and hardly ever go to the Mouse House because no one wants to go anymore around here.

haha! Redwitch, Emma and I have got you now! Emma is a certified therapy dog and guaranteed to make us all feel better, especially those of us who know how to scratch her wagging butt! Please DO come! Emma will love you!

darn! we'll have a party at your house when you get here!
Kitty

awesome idea! I'm bringing family to Disney in a few days and will check into the annual pass. nice offer that you'll drive.

and at mine too when I get there

The annual pass runs around $400 with no block out dates and includes parking. There is a cheaper annual with block out dates and no parking at around $250 (I think). The block out dates are usually July/August and the two weeks surrounding Easter and Christmas/New Year's.

OK gang! thanks for this thread to Kate...for whom we must have another party when the time is right for her. The following people will receive my address by pm for the party:
geewiz, who will sing for his supper
chachacha/Diane
newbeginnings/Debbie
2bntv/Joe
carolsells/Carol
maybe/Bill
retiredsfw/Sandra
SusanG/Susan
TVmayor/Ron
Rgraves/Ronnye
So we have room for a dozen more, so please invite anyone whose company you enjoy or who might be new here and I'll send them the address too. If you just happened by this thread and are single, let me know you want to come!
Kitty's house on Amherst Way in Gilchrist, Sat, May 16, 6 pm, potluck, byob.
Kitty
ps we could use some more side dishes to chicken entrée as the menu is looking good with 3 main dishes, 2 appetizers, 2 sides and 1 dessert.

see, we're friends already and you aren't here yet! can't wait to meet you and come to your home.
Kitty

If you go 3 times a month...again, for just a few hours each time...this is exercise and camaraderie....the price of the pass is minimal and they have payment plans. Plus, if we connect, the making out on the boat in Pirates of the Caribbean will more than make up for the few hundred dollars...just sayin'.

G, but I wanted a honeymoon with private endless circling of Small World....:girlneener:

I actually saw that at the New York's World Fair in 1964. I did not make out back then...I've learned better since.

I'm starting to rehearse (aside from lead guitar work - I haven't played and sang in public for a few years)...again, if anyone wants to sing or has a request...let me know. I'll also bring an amp and IPOD - though you don't have to listen to my choices.

A Major Hit!
 

Kitty,
You might have to call in reinforcements - Has anyone noticed we've had 2,594 hits on our site already.

It's the same 10 people anxious to meet.

I have an ipod and bose system if that helps...can you do Elvis?

Is this actually match.com?
 

Does that mean if they hook-up our ratings will plummet?

Kitty's Place
 

Here's a pic off the lanai...I'm excited to be in a new home, and look forward to sharing it with friends!
Kitty