Valentines Day around the world
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Paul Watson wrote: You did remember it is this Saturday, right? Geez! I forgot! Maybe because here it's celebrated June, 12 :) Perl combines all the worst aspects of C and Lisp: a billion different sublanguages in one monolithic executable. It combines the power of C with the readability of PostScript. -- Jamie Zawinski
Amazing! I knew mothers day and fathers day were celebrated at different dates around the world, but never Valentines. February the 14th just seems like the right day, after all these years of conditioning I suppose. I guess June 12 feels all romantic to you after your years of conditioning. Could be a bit hectic having a girlfriend in a country that celebrates Valentines on a different day. "Honey, for once, I really cannot be blamed for forgetting!" regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
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You did remember it is this Saturday, right? The 14th for those who have forgotten, best to unforget so that the 15th is not spent on the couch :) I wanted to ask; Is it celebrated in your country? It is pretty big here in South Africa, certainly a day you would not want to forget. But Brian tells me it is not big in Germany. If I remember right the UK celebrates it too and I am pretty sure the States does. Any Germans care to clue me in? I kind of have a vested interest and thought Lena was just keeping mum to see if I remembered. Maybe she does not even know? Weird. Damn roses are expensive this time of year :rolleyes: What about places like India (all those chauvinists! probably don't give roses to their women but expect them in return, humph! ;) ) and the far east? Do Aussies have a romantic bone in their body, or is Valentines day somehow made into a sporting event by them? Other European countries? regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
Paul Watson wrote: You did remember it is this Saturday, right? What fool put it on a Saturday. Don't they know Saturday is Football day here in the UK. Either there is going to be some half-empty grounds, or some very disappointed women this year. Paul Watson wrote: If I remember right the UK celebrates it too We sure do, although celebrate is a little too strong a word. Shops are full of cards, newspapers/magazines are full of lovey-dovey articles. I've always seen Valentines day as a bit of a guilt thing. A day that says "You mess it up 364 days a year, so here's a day where you'd better get it right". Of course some of my biggest romantic successes have been born from my actions on Valentines day... sadly, some of my worst defeats have also stemmed from the day. Not sure about this year yet, one of those years where I'm not 100% sure about the signals :-O Michael But you know when the truth is told, That you can get what you want or you can just get old, Your're going to kick off before you even get halfway through. When will you realise... Vienna waits for you? - "The Stranger," Billy Joel
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Amazing! I knew mothers day and fathers day were celebrated at different dates around the world, but never Valentines. February the 14th just seems like the right day, after all these years of conditioning I suppose. I guess June 12 feels all romantic to you after your years of conditioning. Could be a bit hectic having a girlfriend in a country that celebrates Valentines on a different day. "Honey, for once, I really cannot be blamed for forgetting!" regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
On the northern parts of the planet, the weather is nicer on June 12 :D
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You did remember it is this Saturday, right? The 14th for those who have forgotten, best to unforget so that the 15th is not spent on the couch :) I wanted to ask; Is it celebrated in your country? It is pretty big here in South Africa, certainly a day you would not want to forget. But Brian tells me it is not big in Germany. If I remember right the UK celebrates it too and I am pretty sure the States does. Any Germans care to clue me in? I kind of have a vested interest and thought Lena was just keeping mum to see if I remembered. Maybe she does not even know? Weird. Damn roses are expensive this time of year :rolleyes: What about places like India (all those chauvinists! probably don't give roses to their women but expect them in return, humph! ;) ) and the far east? Do Aussies have a romantic bone in their body, or is Valentines day somehow made into a sporting event by them? Other European countries? regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
Valentines Day (or as I like to call it "Singles Awareness Day" is HUGE here in the U.S. If you have a partner and don't remember to buy them tons of pre-packaged chocolate, $5.00 teddy bears, and dinner alone together...your heathen *ss will be sleeping on the couch forever. My single friends and I (since I always manage to be single around this time of year) always celebrate and go out together to attempt to counteract the crazy sickening aura of couples affection in the air. What's funny is that the poor guys that have been drug out for dinner normally gaze wistfully in our direction while we're laughing over our drinks, just wishing they too were single and having a beer.;)
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Paul Watson wrote: You did remember it is this Saturday, right? What fool put it on a Saturday. Don't they know Saturday is Football day here in the UK. Either there is going to be some half-empty grounds, or some very disappointed women this year. Paul Watson wrote: If I remember right the UK celebrates it too We sure do, although celebrate is a little too strong a word. Shops are full of cards, newspapers/magazines are full of lovey-dovey articles. I've always seen Valentines day as a bit of a guilt thing. A day that says "You mess it up 364 days a year, so here's a day where you'd better get it right". Of course some of my biggest romantic successes have been born from my actions on Valentines day... sadly, some of my worst defeats have also stemmed from the day. Not sure about this year yet, one of those years where I'm not 100% sure about the signals :-O Michael But you know when the truth is told, That you can get what you want or you can just get old, Your're going to kick off before you even get halfway through. When will you realise... Vienna waits for you? - "The Stranger," Billy Joel
>or some very disappointed women this year. Footy seems to come first in the UK. >one of those years where I'm not 100% sure about the signals Oooohh, tricky. God speed, man! regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
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Paul Watson wrote: You did remember it is this Saturday, right? What fool put it on a Saturday. Don't they know Saturday is Football day here in the UK. Either there is going to be some half-empty grounds, or some very disappointed women this year. Paul Watson wrote: If I remember right the UK celebrates it too We sure do, although celebrate is a little too strong a word. Shops are full of cards, newspapers/magazines are full of lovey-dovey articles. I've always seen Valentines day as a bit of a guilt thing. A day that says "You mess it up 364 days a year, so here's a day where you'd better get it right". Of course some of my biggest romantic successes have been born from my actions on Valentines day... sadly, some of my worst defeats have also stemmed from the day. Not sure about this year yet, one of those years where I'm not 100% sure about the signals :-O Michael But you know when the truth is told, That you can get what you want or you can just get old, Your're going to kick off before you even get halfway through. When will you realise... Vienna waits for you? - "The Stranger," Billy Joel
Michael P Butler wrote: Saturday is Football day Of course it is a test. Stay at home, or you don't have to come back at all... :suss:
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You did remember it is this Saturday, right? The 14th for those who have forgotten, best to unforget so that the 15th is not spent on the couch :) I wanted to ask; Is it celebrated in your country? It is pretty big here in South Africa, certainly a day you would not want to forget. But Brian tells me it is not big in Germany. If I remember right the UK celebrates it too and I am pretty sure the States does. Any Germans care to clue me in? I kind of have a vested interest and thought Lena was just keeping mum to see if I remembered. Maybe she does not even know? Weird. Damn roses are expensive this time of year :rolleyes: What about places like India (all those chauvinists! probably don't give roses to their women but expect them in return, humph! ;) ) and the far east? Do Aussies have a romantic bone in their body, or is Valentines day somehow made into a sporting event by them? Other European countries? regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
Paul Watson wrote: Do Aussies have a romantic bone in their body, Technically it is not a bone. Valentines Day is a load of shit, made up by the card and flower brigade to increase their profits. Flowers die and cards are thrown away, both are a waste. Don't waste my money on it and if she whinges I tell her I'm not a hypocrite. I don't believe token gifts make a romance/relationship/whatever you want to call it. Plus <Eddie Murphy - Delerious Voice> What have you done for me lately? </Eddie Murphy - Delerious Voice> I don't remember no root, so don't expect no present. Michael Martin Australia "I suspect I will be impressed though, I am easy." - Paul Watson 21/09/2003
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Valentines Day (or as I like to call it "Singles Awareness Day" is HUGE here in the U.S. If you have a partner and don't remember to buy them tons of pre-packaged chocolate, $5.00 teddy bears, and dinner alone together...your heathen *ss will be sleeping on the couch forever. My single friends and I (since I always manage to be single around this time of year) always celebrate and go out together to attempt to counteract the crazy sickening aura of couples affection in the air. What's funny is that the poor guys that have been drug out for dinner normally gaze wistfully in our direction while we're laughing over our drinks, just wishing they too were single and having a beer.;)
Another way to handle silly days: Ignore it! Just ignore it, and celebrate whenever you want to. Why do we need a special day to go out with friends, and why do non-singles need a special day to demonstrate that they are non-singles? Strange world... ;)
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Valentines Day (or as I like to call it "Singles Awareness Day" is HUGE here in the U.S. If you have a partner and don't remember to buy them tons of pre-packaged chocolate, $5.00 teddy bears, and dinner alone together...your heathen *ss will be sleeping on the couch forever. My single friends and I (since I always manage to be single around this time of year) always celebrate and go out together to attempt to counteract the crazy sickening aura of couples affection in the air. What's funny is that the poor guys that have been drug out for dinner normally gaze wistfully in our direction while we're laughing over our drinks, just wishing they too were single and having a beer.;)
>What's funny is that the poor guys that have been drug out for dinner normally gaze wistfully in our direction while we're laughing over our drinks, just wishing they too were single and having a beer. Then you go home, alone, and wonder if that gaze was so wistful after all. How do you manage to have sub-one-year relationships? I am a big old romantic, so it is a good day for me I like the long dinners and the cliched sayings. It is a day of indulgence, to ham it up and have a bit of fun. regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
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Amazing! I knew mothers day and fathers day were celebrated at different dates around the world, but never Valentines. February the 14th just seems like the right day, after all these years of conditioning I suppose. I guess June 12 feels all romantic to you after your years of conditioning. Could be a bit hectic having a girlfriend in a country that celebrates Valentines on a different day. "Honey, for once, I really cannot be blamed for forgetting!" regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
The footie season is over by then, so it's a much safer time of year to have it. + Don't need to waste time buying flowers, as there are plenty growing that can be 'picked' + Nice English Summer day, go out and have a few beers .... Oops, Can't move it there. Euro 2004[^] starts then. How about Feb 29th. Sounds like a good day to make it more special. Only happens once every four years... which is a bit like my scoring average too ;-) Michael But you know when the truth is told, That you can get what you want or you can just get old, Your're going to kick off before you even get halfway through. When will you realise... Vienna waits for you? - "The Stranger," Billy Joel
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Paul Watson wrote: Do Aussies have a romantic bone in their body, Technically it is not a bone. Valentines Day is a load of shit, made up by the card and flower brigade to increase their profits. Flowers die and cards are thrown away, both are a waste. Don't waste my money on it and if she whinges I tell her I'm not a hypocrite. I don't believe token gifts make a romance/relationship/whatever you want to call it. Plus <Eddie Murphy - Delerious Voice> What have you done for me lately? </Eddie Murphy - Delerious Voice> I don't remember no root, so don't expect no present. Michael Martin Australia "I suspect I will be impressed though, I am easy." - Paul Watson 21/09/2003
It is hard to do more than send a card and some flowers when you live two continents and an ocean away from her. :) And it goes without saying that a root is next to impossible. regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
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>What's funny is that the poor guys that have been drug out for dinner normally gaze wistfully in our direction while we're laughing over our drinks, just wishing they too were single and having a beer. Then you go home, alone, and wonder if that gaze was so wistful after all. How do you manage to have sub-one-year relationships? I am a big old romantic, so it is a good day for me I like the long dinners and the cliched sayings. It is a day of indulgence, to ham it up and have a bit of fun. regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
>Then you go home, alone, and wonder if that gaze was so wistful after all. How do you manage to have sub-one-year relationships? I don't always go home alone, even if I'm single :) As for relationships, I had a pair of 2 year relationships, now I've been single for going on 3 years. Still too young I guess to really get attached. I'm only 23 and see no need to settle down. Enjoy dating too much. ;)
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Another way to handle silly days: Ignore it! Just ignore it, and celebrate whenever you want to. Why do we need a special day to go out with friends, and why do non-singles need a special day to demonstrate that they are non-singles? Strange world... ;)
Of course, for sure, celebrate each day, make every day special. Buy her flowers when you want, make her dinner on a whim. But still, Feb 14th is a fun day, why not go all out. Like Christmas, you can't have your whole family around every weekend with a tree and lights and a big lunch. It is very fashionable to scorn Valentines and Easter and the other commercialised days. I say don't. I say, enjoy it. regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
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It is hard to do more than send a card and some flowers when you live two continents and an ocean away from her. :) And it goes without saying that a root is next to impossible. regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
Paul Watson wrote: And it goes without saying that a root is next to impossible. Unless of course, what spammers claim is possible with certain types of pills is true :-)
Ian Darling "The different versions of the UN*X brand operating system are numbered in a logical sequence: 5, 6, 7, 2, 2.9, 3, 4.0, III, 4.1, V, 4.2, V.2, and 4.3" - Alan Filipski
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>Then you go home, alone, and wonder if that gaze was so wistful after all. How do you manage to have sub-one-year relationships? I don't always go home alone, even if I'm single :) As for relationships, I had a pair of 2 year relationships, now I've been single for going on 3 years. Still too young I guess to really get attached. I'm only 23 and see no need to settle down. Enjoy dating too much. ;)
Wish someone could explain this dating lark to me. I mean, do you go out with a girl knowing it won't be long term, just a passing fancy? How do you like someone enough to go out for dinner and a shag but not enough to see her the following weekend? And the whole "Still too young to be tied down" thing is nonsense IMO. She comes when she comes. regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
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Paul Watson wrote: And it goes without saying that a root is next to impossible. Unless of course, what spammers claim is possible with certain types of pills is true :-)
Ian Darling "The different versions of the UN*X brand operating system are numbered in a logical sequence: 5, 6, 7, 2, 2.9, 3, 4.0, III, 4.1, V, 4.2, V.2, and 4.3" - Alan Filipski
Not sure countries would appreciate me invading their air space en route to Germany. Come to think of it, not sure I would want it soaring over a country such as the Congo. They have surface to air missiles and machettes you know. regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
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You did remember it is this Saturday, right? The 14th for those who have forgotten, best to unforget so that the 15th is not spent on the couch :) I wanted to ask; Is it celebrated in your country? It is pretty big here in South Africa, certainly a day you would not want to forget. But Brian tells me it is not big in Germany. If I remember right the UK celebrates it too and I am pretty sure the States does. Any Germans care to clue me in? I kind of have a vested interest and thought Lena was just keeping mum to see if I remembered. Maybe she does not even know? Weird. Damn roses are expensive this time of year :rolleyes: What about places like India (all those chauvinists! probably don't give roses to their women but expect them in return, humph! ;) ) and the far east? Do Aussies have a romantic bone in their body, or is Valentines day somehow made into a sporting event by them? Other European countries? regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
Paul Watson wrote: I wanted to ask; Is it celebrated in your country? Iran: In recent years it is become very popular between people and government put more pressure on us around this week, but no matter, we celebrate it. :-) Mazy "Improvisation is the touchstone of wit." - Molière
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Wish someone could explain this dating lark to me. I mean, do you go out with a girl knowing it won't be long term, just a passing fancy? How do you like someone enough to go out for dinner and a shag but not enough to see her the following weekend? And the whole "Still too young to be tied down" thing is nonsense IMO. She comes when she comes. regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
Paul Watson wrote: Wish someone could explain this dating lark to me. I mean, do you go out with a girl knowing it won't be long term, just a passing fancy? How do you like someone enough to go out for dinner and a shag but not enough to see her the following weekend? It's not quite like that. First of all, some background. I live in the DEEP Southeast of the U.S. Where all the redneck, conservative, religious people are. I would love to say this is an overgeneralization but unfortunately it only is some of the time. The big thing is that people here don't really aim to succed a lot of the time. The women that I meet on a regular basis may have been brought up well and gotten a college degree, but the norm is still...then you find a husband and have babies and life is over. I don't subscribe as much to this view. I like working women that can hold an intelligent conversation with me. Hence, in this area, me being 23 and single is an exception, not the rule. Most of my relationships actually last 3-6 months and usually it is a mutual thing of "Ready-to-move-on-itis" and not a "That was good, now go away". Paul Watson wrote: And the whole "Still too young to be tied down" thing is nonsense IMO. She comes when she comes. I actually agree with this. I don't think she'll be coming anytime soon. Think I'm not ready, but I'm not denying the possibility that 3-6 months will turn into much longer.
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Not sure countries would appreciate me invading their air space en route to Germany. Come to think of it, not sure I would want it soaring over a country such as the Congo. They have surface to air missiles and machettes you know. regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...
Paul Watson wrote: Not sure countries would appreciate me invading their air space en route to Germany. Come to think of it, not sure I would want it soaring over a country such as the Congo. They have surface to air missiles and machettes you know. I'm not sure whether to laugh or wince :rolleyes:
Ian Darling "The different versions of the UN*X brand operating system are numbered in a logical sequence: 5, 6, 7, 2, 2.9, 3, 4.0, III, 4.1, V, 4.2, V.2, and 4.3" - Alan Filipski
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Paul Watson wrote: Wish someone could explain this dating lark to me. I mean, do you go out with a girl knowing it won't be long term, just a passing fancy? How do you like someone enough to go out for dinner and a shag but not enough to see her the following weekend? It's not quite like that. First of all, some background. I live in the DEEP Southeast of the U.S. Where all the redneck, conservative, religious people are. I would love to say this is an overgeneralization but unfortunately it only is some of the time. The big thing is that people here don't really aim to succed a lot of the time. The women that I meet on a regular basis may have been brought up well and gotten a college degree, but the norm is still...then you find a husband and have babies and life is over. I don't subscribe as much to this view. I like working women that can hold an intelligent conversation with me. Hence, in this area, me being 23 and single is an exception, not the rule. Most of my relationships actually last 3-6 months and usually it is a mutual thing of "Ready-to-move-on-itis" and not a "That was good, now go away". Paul Watson wrote: And the whole "Still too young to be tied down" thing is nonsense IMO. She comes when she comes. I actually agree with this. I don't think she'll be coming anytime soon. Think I'm not ready, but I'm not denying the possibility that 3-6 months will turn into much longer.
Thanks for the info, makes sense :) regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass South Africa Christopher Duncan quoted: "...that would require my explaining Einstein's Fear of Relatives" Crikey! ain't life grand? Einstein says...