tech-teacher Posted February 10, 2007 Share Posted February 10, 2007 Does my post really sound that way? It's not how I was thinking. This thread in particular has a lot of negativity to it. I really wondered if it was that bad or if it was part of the French past time of complaining. I have lived with a French person for 10 years and with many French friends I feel fairly comfortable commenting on the French penchant for complaining. Maybe complaining isn't the right word for it because that sounds negative and I don't think of it that way. Maybe it is being critical, which I value. I am also that way myself which is why I sought to distinguish whether it was people just being critical or was it really that difficult. Sorry for any confusion or offense. I wasn't unhappy in CA. We were just pushed to the financial max. We thought our lives might be better if it weren't so tight but we found out our lives weren't better. We would like to restore our lives to a similar way they were in CA. Going back to CA is not an option as my partner's mother is getting older and lives in Charente Maritime and will need him reasonably close soon. If that means moving somewhere more expensive then that is what we want to do. Once again maybe it is my own perception but after numerous rereadings of my post I don't think it was negative. Maybe too careful a reading of it distorts ones senses.I'm not looking for Toulouse to save us. We've been a few times and really liked it. I was looking for someone as an insider who might give me pros and cons that are not as obvious to the casual visitor. Everyone seems to think it is a tremendously dynamic and growing city that is starting to attract people from all over Europe, not just France. Diversity is important. I don't want to live amongst just French people. I too suppose we'll be happy but wouldn't mind hearing about some less than obvious problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dago Posted February 10, 2007 Share Posted February 10, 2007 Oh oh...did I just choose a nicer translation? I am no worse than a 'rascal' definitely NOT malicious but maybe mischievous [;-)]best regards[IMG]http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g130/dago49/Dago3.jpg[/IMG] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dick Smith Posted February 10, 2007 Share Posted February 10, 2007 TT - I would have thought that in this thread the pros and cons are exactly what you have been given.TU - I thought you were calling him an eggcup. Duh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Katie Posted February 10, 2007 Share Posted February 10, 2007 Is it just me or is Dago flirting with TU?[blink] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dick Smith Posted February 10, 2007 Share Posted February 10, 2007 I think he is. What's more, I think she is flirting back... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugsy Posted February 10, 2007 Share Posted February 10, 2007 Definately, JK, and I promise not to mention the rugby.......................[Www] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Katie Posted February 10, 2007 Share Posted February 10, 2007 The ref was biased.[:D] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russethouse Posted February 10, 2007 Share Posted February 10, 2007 [quote user="Just Katie "]The ref was biased.[:D][/quote]LOL ![:)] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tech-teacher Posted February 10, 2007 Share Posted February 10, 2007 [quote]TT - I would have thought that in this thread the pros and cons are exactly what you have been given[/quote]I was specifically talking about Toulouse. One poster a while back said it would make more sense to say I'm considering moving to "X" to be more specific and get better info directly related to that area. That is what I did and hope to get more specific info. Maybe it won't work that way. Some people also were bored but I don't know if they were bored because they lived in the country or because they were isolated because they don't speak the language. I don't anticipate boredom being a big problem in a big city. I bet there are other problems that I haven't even considered. I was hoping someone might shed some light on them in regards to Toulouse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teamedup Posted February 10, 2007 Share Posted February 10, 2007 Now now folks, not into cyber flirting. Not a flirt. I just thought that dago was being a cheeky chap, ....... AND he still is the coquin, but fellas never 'really' grow up anyway, so what can a person expect. T T .........Re french people, they really are expert râlers. It is an art form in France and I have much admiration for the way they do it. I am a mere amateur in comparison. I just love the way everyone has an opinion, right or wrong about every last thing. And my very favourite thing is when people who are agreeing argue about the way they are agreeing........ don't know how to explain that, it is just the way it is...... and sometimes great fun. And if we were staying in France we would move to a city again. I can't hack living en plein campagne any more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Katie Posted February 10, 2007 Share Posted February 10, 2007 Not even secretly TU? Remember, we are in Lent. [Www] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patf Posted February 10, 2007 Share Posted February 10, 2007 tech-teacher - have you come across the website Americans in Toulouse? Sounds as if it would be helpful for you. We go there quite often to shop and it's a beautiful city but I've no knowledge about living there. Pat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tresco Posted February 10, 2007 Share Posted February 10, 2007 [quote user="Just Katie "]Not even secretly TU? Remember, we are in Lent. [Www][/quote]LOL, I think you'll find that TU is quite resistant to that kind of thing. (Lent type things). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dick Smith Posted February 10, 2007 Share Posted February 10, 2007 [quote user="Just Katie "]Not even secretly TU? Remember, we are in Lent. [Www][/quote]Now, now - Lent begins on February 21st...What will you be giving up? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teamedup Posted February 10, 2007 Share Posted February 10, 2007 LOL I knew that, only because I am partial to pancakes. I've had my pancake Friday, chandleur, and am looking forward to my pancake Tuesday. And I may fit in the odd pancake day in, in between.I never give anything up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miki Posted February 10, 2007 Share Posted February 10, 2007 Working for a while [;-)] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cassis Posted February 11, 2007 Share Posted February 11, 2007 One big thing going for Toulouse - a decent rugby team (unlike these parts). [:)] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TWINKLE Posted February 11, 2007 Share Posted February 11, 2007 Clement Poitrenaud who plays back position lives there - so that's good!http://www.percevalpiercing.com/Index.htm?DETENTE/Guide%20FP/frames_body-Clem.htm~mainFrameDrool[:)] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cassis Posted February 11, 2007 Share Posted February 11, 2007 I don't suppose you have ever looked at the calendar pages, Twinks? [Www] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayJay Posted February 11, 2007 Share Posted February 11, 2007 I have! [:$] Clement in black & white on that site is rather nice & such a good player too! [:D] Cheers Twinks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teamedup Posted February 11, 2007 Share Posted February 11, 2007 [quote user="TWINKLE"] Clement Poitrenaud who plays back position lives there - so that's good!http://www.percevalpiercing.com/Index.htm?DETENTE/Guide%20FP/frames_body-Clem.htm~mainFrameDrool[:)][/quote] [8-)] I thought it was going to be a body piercing site. Edit: LOL I've just opened the first bit of the web address and it was [:D][:D][:D] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panda Posted February 12, 2007 Share Posted February 12, 2007 darn it I can't post my extract from the 2004 calendar which caused such a stir (or should that be stirring), it's a great shot of one of the team in nearly all of his glory, great lighting, nice use of a rugby ball! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russethouse Posted February 12, 2007 Share Posted February 12, 2007 Which is probably lucky, unless you hold the copyright ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panda Posted February 12, 2007 Share Posted February 12, 2007 spoilsportI would love to have held the camera let alone the copyright!!! Seriously though good point I don't and so will keep the lovely image to myself! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russethouse Posted February 12, 2007 Share Posted February 12, 2007 We can dream.......................................[;-)] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Please sign in to comment
You will be able to leave a comment after signing in
Sign In Now