[Geewiz]

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

[katerogers]

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

[Rgraves]

Originally Posted by kittygilchrist

I'd like to meet singles a few at a time so I really get to know you. I'm thinking of hosting small gatherings, not for the hundreds. Would you who are reading be interested in coming to my home?

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

[RETIREDSFW]

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

[katerogers]

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

[wannab]

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.

[Geewiz]

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...

[kittygilchrist]

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

Originally Posted by KatieDidNot

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

[DianeM]

Originally Posted by katerogers

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

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.

[kittygilchrist]

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

[redwitch]

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!!!!

[katerogers]

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

[DianeM]

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

[Geewiz]

Originally Posted by redwitch

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!!!!

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