What a great performance by the Azzuri against Ireland, made me well proud.
Agianst England we'll get battered, but I hope we'll be able to come out with our heads held high.
Forza Italia..
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Veneziano
Over 90 days ago
Straight Male, 53
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Mr Lickman,
You seem very knowledgable about Italy and its' langauge etc.
I have enjoyed reading your cooments as they reflect my experience, past and present, of this wonderful country.
As far as the city of Padova is concerned you are absolutely spot on about the climate.
As I write there has been 3 days and nights of constant freezing fog. And I can vouch for the swarms of nasty mosquitos in the summer. But for all that, the the city is wonderfully placed: The fair cities of Venice, Verona, Vicenza and Treviso are all but a stones throw away, the Lakes are relatively close as well as the scenic mountains. The people here are warm and welcoming and on every trip I make I always make new friends.
I am sure there is a thriving swinging scene here, but as I said I have not had much time to discover. But you are right about the italians liberal attitude to sex. It's everywhere.
I have had a few relationships with italian girls and I can say in the bedroom they have all been exceptional, I'm not saying that the English girls aren't,
It just seems less of a hang up, they seem to enjoy themselves as much as you without feeling inhibited ...less ..ooh naughty naughty ....and more passionate right from the start.
One thing I would like to comment on which may go against popular belief is that Italian fashion, although highly thought of, is for me sometimes stale and conservative.
Don't get me wrong, they have all well cut clothes even the casual wear, but eveybody ends up wearing the same thing. As opposed to the UK, there doesn't seem to be much "street" fashion. In the UK, you can walk down any street and not see one person dressed as another, although sometimes horrendously dressed, it does show and element of not being regimented into wearing the same as anybody else.
Just look at the success of the British designers abroad, who take the street fashions and make them thier own.
Many italian friends of mine ,male and female, just love coming to the UK for their clothes as they say that you can buy something relatively cheap that you can always use to combine with other stuff. For example, if you're looking for a plain balck long sleeve t-shirt, you would be hard pressed to find something so plain in Italy, but if you do find one it would be more expensive and of course the best long sleeve T shirt ever, made from the best cotton and cut. My friends explain that they want something more throwaway and casual but to retain their sense of undeniable style.
I'm back in th UK tomorrow, and I am sure I will miss the "Motherland" , but I'll be back soon.
And of course I would love to be able to meet some of you at the Nottingham Munch which will be my first experience of the swinging scene.
Look forward to it
Ciao for now
Veneziano
You seem very knowledgable about Italy and its' langauge etc.
I have enjoyed reading your cooments as they reflect my experience, past and present, of this wonderful country.
As far as the city of Padova is concerned you are absolutely spot on about the climate.
As I write there has been 3 days and nights of constant freezing fog. And I can vouch for the swarms of nasty mosquitos in the summer. But for all that, the the city is wonderfully placed: The fair cities of Venice, Verona, Vicenza and Treviso are all but a stones throw away, the Lakes are relatively close as well as the scenic mountains. The people here are warm and welcoming and on every trip I make I always make new friends.
I am sure there is a thriving swinging scene here, but as I said I have not had much time to discover. But you are right about the italians liberal attitude to sex. It's everywhere.
I have had a few relationships with italian girls and I can say in the bedroom they have all been exceptional, I'm not saying that the English girls aren't,
It just seems less of a hang up, they seem to enjoy themselves as much as you without feeling inhibited ...less ..ooh naughty naughty ....and more passionate right from the start.
One thing I would like to comment on which may go against popular belief is that Italian fashion, although highly thought of, is for me sometimes stale and conservative.
Don't get me wrong, they have all well cut clothes even the casual wear, but eveybody ends up wearing the same thing. As opposed to the UK, there doesn't seem to be much "street" fashion. In the UK, you can walk down any street and not see one person dressed as another, although sometimes horrendously dressed, it does show and element of not being regimented into wearing the same as anybody else.
Just look at the success of the British designers abroad, who take the street fashions and make them thier own.
Many italian friends of mine ,male and female, just love coming to the UK for their clothes as they say that you can buy something relatively cheap that you can always use to combine with other stuff. For example, if you're looking for a plain balck long sleeve t-shirt, you would be hard pressed to find something so plain in Italy, but if you do find one it would be more expensive and of course the best long sleeve T shirt ever, made from the best cotton and cut. My friends explain that they want something more throwaway and casual but to retain their sense of undeniable style.
I'm back in th UK tomorrow, and I am sure I will miss the "Motherland" , but I'll be back soon.
And of course I would love to be able to meet some of you at the Nottingham Munch which will be my first experience of the swinging scene.
Look forward to it
Ciao for now
Veneziano
To quickly answer you queries.
I am Italian, born in Nottingham, but grew up from an early age in Northern Italy, due to my italians parents returning home.
I am now back in Nottingham, full circle, viai London, after coming back to UK for work.
I'm spending a lot of time in Italy at the moment, at least 4 or 5 months a year. Mostly in the North
Never have any time to find out about the swinging scene, but then again I'm still trying to get a head start, without much success here in the UK too !!
I am in Italy as I write, just outside a city called Padova, where there seems to be a fashion for early doors apertif drinking sessions, the weather is cold and snowing, but I find italian cities so welcoming. There are always lots of comfortable places to sit and drink eat and watch the world go by. There never seems to be any of the tensions I feel in certain UK cities at night. I wouldn't dream of spending an evening in Nottingham City Centre on a weekend. Here everybody is much more relaxed about emjoying themselves , they don't have to rave and shout to show evrybody how much of a "good time" they are having, Don't get me wrong, italians get drunk too, but it's seems so different they way they react to achool. This country fascinates me, It's such a country of contrasts, Such beauty in their cities and art, the food and the warmness of the people and yet such ugliness in their flaunting of laws and all that buearocracy, the scandolous politicians who remain in power despite so much obvious negligence towards the people.
Think I'll go for an apertif.!!
Speak soon
Veneziano
I am Italian, born in Nottingham, but grew up from an early age in Northern Italy, due to my italians parents returning home.
I am now back in Nottingham, full circle, viai London, after coming back to UK for work.
I'm spending a lot of time in Italy at the moment, at least 4 or 5 months a year. Mostly in the North
Never have any time to find out about the swinging scene, but then again I'm still trying to get a head start, without much success here in the UK too !!
I am in Italy as I write, just outside a city called Padova, where there seems to be a fashion for early doors apertif drinking sessions, the weather is cold and snowing, but I find italian cities so welcoming. There are always lots of comfortable places to sit and drink eat and watch the world go by. There never seems to be any of the tensions I feel in certain UK cities at night. I wouldn't dream of spending an evening in Nottingham City Centre on a weekend. Here everybody is much more relaxed about emjoying themselves , they don't have to rave and shout to show evrybody how much of a "good time" they are having, Don't get me wrong, italians get drunk too, but it's seems so different they way they react to achool. This country fascinates me, It's such a country of contrasts, Such beauty in their cities and art, the food and the warmness of the people and yet such ugliness in their flaunting of laws and all that buearocracy, the scandolous politicians who remain in power despite so much obvious negligence towards the people.
Think I'll go for an apertif.!!
Speak soon
Veneziano
To quickly answer you queries.
I am Italian, born in Nottingham, but grew up from an early age in Northern Italy, due to my italians parents returning home.
I am now back in Nottingham, full circle, viai London, after coming back to UK for work.
I'm spending a lot of time in Italy at the moment, at least 4 or 5 months a year. Mostly in the North
Never have any time to find out about the swinging scene, but then again I'm still trying to get a head start, without much success here in the UK too !!
I am in Italy as I write, just outside a city called Padova, where there seems to be a fashion for early doors apertif drinking sessions, the weather is cold and snowing, but I find italian cities so welcoming. There are always lots of comfortable places to sit and drink eat and watch the world go by. There never seems to be any of the tensions I feel in certain UK cities at night. I wouldn't dream of spending an evening in Nottingham City Centre on a weekend. Here everybody is much more relaxed about emjoying themselves , they don't have to rave and shout to show evrybody how much of a "good time" they are having, Don't get me wrong, italians get drunk too, but it's seems so different they way they react to achool. This country fascinates me, It's such a country of contrasts, Such beauty in their cities and art, the food and the warmness of the people and yet such ugliness in their flaunting of laws and all that buearocracy, the scandolous politicians who remain in power despite so much obvious negligence towards the people.
Think I'll go for an apertif.!!
Speak soon
Veneziano
I am Italian, born in Nottingham, but grew up from an early age in Northern Italy, due to my italians parents returning home.
I am now back in Nottingham, full circle, viai London, after coming back to UK for work.
I'm spending a lot of time in Italy at the moment, at least 4 or 5 months a year. Mostly in the North
Never have any time to find out about the swinging scene, but then again I'm still trying to get a head start, without much success here in the UK too !!
I am in Italy as I write, just outside a city called Padova, where there seems to be a fashion for early doors apertif drinking sessions, the weather is cold and snowing, but I find italian cities so welcoming. There are always lots of comfortable places to sit and drink eat and watch the world go by. There never seems to be any of the tensions I feel in certain UK cities at night. I wouldn't dream of spending an evening in Nottingham City Centre on a weekend. Here everybody is much more relaxed about emjoying themselves , they don't have to rave and shout to show evrybody how much of a "good time" they are having, Don't get me wrong, italians get drunk too, but it's seems so different they way they react to achool. This country fascinates me, It's such a country of contrasts, Such beauty in their cities and art, the food and the warmness of the people and yet such ugliness in their flaunting of laws and all that buearocracy, the scandolous politicians who remain in power despite so much obvious negligence towards the people.
Think I'll go for an apertif.!!
Speak soon
Veneziano
Been spending a lot of time in Italy over the festive period.
Not been on the forum much in the past few weeks.
What's new?
Italian television is sooooo bad...there are still personalities / presenters that used to be on when I was a kid..some 30 years ago.
I can't beleive that a country with so much cultural inheritance can have such poor quality programmes. The best TV (i'm talking films, documentaries, topical programmes and not the usual menu of soft porn) are usually on late at night when everybody is in bed.
I despair of this country where I grew up, we are becoming the laughing stock of Europe, what with that clown Berlusconi at its' helm...the fact that he owns 90% of all televison channels goes a long way to explaining the poor state of Italian TV..
Ok rant over
ciao for now
Not been on the forum much in the past few weeks.
What's new?
Italian television is sooooo bad...there are still personalities / presenters that used to be on when I was a kid..some 30 years ago.
I can't beleive that a country with so much cultural inheritance can have such poor quality programmes. The best TV (i'm talking films, documentaries, topical programmes and not the usual menu of soft porn) are usually on late at night when everybody is in bed.
I despair of this country where I grew up, we are becoming the laughing stock of Europe, what with that clown Berlusconi at its' helm...the fact that he owns 90% of all televison channels goes a long way to explaining the poor state of Italian TV..
Ok rant over
ciao for now
Quote by Dawn_Mids
Veneziano is that a thinly disguised ad that should be in the LMU
I can cook but it annoys me that I spend 3 hours cooking something that takes 20 minutes to eat and 40 minute to clear away :eeek:
Arr But hey the joys of watching some one eat and enjoy the very thing you have been slavee-ring over. That in itself sshould make your cooking blues disappear.
Thinly disguised misplaced ad..yeah I think so..
Ciao..
V.
Quote by Veneziano
I love to cook. I think that food and eating are one of the most sensual things.
So any girls/ladies or even couples that would like me to do a dinner party or a lunch thing. I'm your man.
it's a great ice-breaker, get to know someone.
I can occasionaly accomodate so you won't even have to wash-up later..
I am a professional, (not a professional cook) healthy, fit, athletic, handsome !! intelligent , witty (that's open to opinion...one mans' wit is another man's twit) italian guy 38 yrs old in Nottingham
Home made pastas, earthy heartwarming soups, creative salads ! sensual puddings!
No red meat. !
So get your bookings in early to avoid disappointment
V
Hi, I've been a member for a few weeks and am still looking for my first Swinging Adventure.
I am in Italy at present and will be returning to Nottingham this weekend.
I am single 38 , fit and athletic, youthful in looks and mindset, of meditteranenan origin (if that rocks your boat) and can mail photos if requested
I'd like to meet r female/females who are willing to meet up even for just a meet or a chat a coffee or a cake, wine and song, candles and scents, a glass of water.
I work from home so can accomodate during the day if desired during the week.
Off you go LMU post..do your best.!
Ciao for now.
V.
I am in Italy at present and will be returning to Nottingham this weekend.
I am single 38 , fit and athletic, youthful in looks and mindset, of meditteranenan origin (if that rocks your boat) and can mail photos if requested
I'd like to meet r female/females who are willing to meet up even for just a meet or a chat a coffee or a cake, wine and song, candles and scents, a glass of water.
I work from home so can accomodate during the day if desired during the week.
Off you go LMU post..do your best.!
Ciao for now.
V.
Quote by Fallen Angel
Just a thought ...
(and sorry if this is a slight hijack)
What about a joint story? Each person writing a couple of loines, then the next person continuing the story?
I thought it might be a good idea because I haven't got the time to write a whole story!
:undecided:
I had exactly the same thought last night. And due to the very little feedback, this may be a better idea. Although not sure how it would work through emails. if anybody can help set this up or give me some idea how best to start this up I would appreciate it.
V
I would like to start a writing competition for those of you who are creatavily inclined (or not)
Open to any one. There's no prize as yet. But maybe something can be arranged.
The open line of your story must start like this. "I never thought it would end this way" and it can be about anything you like.
Of course, because we are in a "swinging" forum, stories regarding this subject will be of most interest.
The story must comprise of at least 1500 words..(not that many really)
The competition will last until Xmas.
Not quite sure yet how the strories will be judged.
But I'm thinking of three options.
1. By a members of this forum who would like to be part of a judging panel (if enough of you express an intrest ..PM me)
2. By all members of the forum in a final day vote.
3,By myself if none of the above raises enough interest.
Hope some of you will join forward to reading your efforts
V
Open to any one. There's no prize as yet. But maybe something can be arranged.
The open line of your story must start like this. "I never thought it would end this way" and it can be about anything you like.
Of course, because we are in a "swinging" forum, stories regarding this subject will be of most interest.
The story must comprise of at least 1500 words..(not that many really)
The competition will last until Xmas.
Not quite sure yet how the strories will be judged.
But I'm thinking of three options.
1. By a members of this forum who would like to be part of a judging panel (if enough of you express an intrest ..PM me)
2. By all members of the forum in a final day vote.
3,By myself if none of the above raises enough interest.
Hope some of you will join forward to reading your efforts
V
italy is turning into venice slowly - as well as the rest of europe sinking slowly into the seas...quote]
Pedantic , I know, but Italy cannot turn into Venice, as Italy is already part of Venice.
Just thought I'd point that out. Why do I feel a prat now for telling you that?
Anyway. When I tell people here that I live in England, they all ask the same question to a man (and woman)
"So how is it to live in ".
I don't live in London. It's funny, most italians presume that London is the only place in England. And another thing I've noticed: They're obsessed with the UK Royal Family. They want to know everything about them . No, ....they KNOW everythiing about them.
Off to the local deli now to buy some food . and wine..
V
Pedantic , I know, but Italy cannot turn into Venice, as Italy is already part of Venice.
Just thought I'd point that out. Why do I feel a prat now for telling you that?
Anyway. When I tell people here that I live in England, they all ask the same question to a man (and woman)
"So how is it to live in ".
I don't live in London. It's funny, most italians presume that London is the only place in England. And another thing I've noticed: They're obsessed with the UK Royal Family. They want to know everything about them . No, ....they KNOW everythiing about them.
Off to the local deli now to buy some food . and wine..
V
Nothing to do with swinging but just thought I'd post about my last few days.
As some of you may know I'm in Italy at present for work.
I'm staying in a little village outside of Venice and for the past two days and nights it's been raining continuously.
The main thouroghfare thrrough the village has flooded and the main road in and out looks more like a river than a road, so much so that you cannot tell where the road ends and the pavement or ditch begins. I am stranded as cars are unable to get in or out the village or the ones that try do so at their own peril as it's very easy to get water in the engine and the car stops . There are abandonded cars all over town.
It's possible to wade out but you need fisherman type boots.
On top of that the house where I'm staying has a flooded cellar and to lend a hand I've spent all morning scooping up the water which just keeps trickling in from the wallls and pavement. It's a nightmare. Furniture has had to be moved upstairs away from peril and the damp
At the back of the house their is a large corn field which is completly sommersed under water. It looks like an Indonesian rice field or somting out of a scene of Apocalypse Now.
Lucliky the rain has stopped and the sun is shining today and hopefully it will stay that way enough for everything to dry out.
In the meantime it's back to the buckets and the mop
This is Veneziano. In rain swept Northern Italy. So you dont have to be.
V
As some of you may know I'm in Italy at present for work.
I'm staying in a little village outside of Venice and for the past two days and nights it's been raining continuously.
The main thouroghfare thrrough the village has flooded and the main road in and out looks more like a river than a road, so much so that you cannot tell where the road ends and the pavement or ditch begins. I am stranded as cars are unable to get in or out the village or the ones that try do so at their own peril as it's very easy to get water in the engine and the car stops . There are abandonded cars all over town.
It's possible to wade out but you need fisherman type boots.
On top of that the house where I'm staying has a flooded cellar and to lend a hand I've spent all morning scooping up the water which just keeps trickling in from the wallls and pavement. It's a nightmare. Furniture has had to be moved upstairs away from peril and the damp
At the back of the house their is a large corn field which is completly sommersed under water. It looks like an Indonesian rice field or somting out of a scene of Apocalypse Now.
Lucliky the rain has stopped and the sun is shining today and hopefully it will stay that way enough for everything to dry out.
In the meantime it's back to the buckets and the mop
This is Veneziano. In rain swept Northern Italy. So you dont have to be.
V
Quote by Sexysteph
I see that there is a member enquiry about swinging abroad. Geneva.
Have any of you had any experience of swinging in another country.
I am in Italy at present and can't find much info on anything going on here, Although I'm sure it goes on.
V
Will pm you a link which might be of use hunni.
Steph
Many Thanks Steph,
I took a look, sadly not much going on in the area I'm staying in at the moment.
Ciao for now
V
quote="westerross"]This message is delivered to you without a hint of bitterness 
:lol:
Seriously though Veneziano, good post - I'm sure a lot of people would identify with that.
I must admit that my post has turned my fortunes on this site. I have received responses to it and some PM's. But it wasn't a construed or calculated post. I was just inspired to write what I felt and how I see myself as a participant to this site.
I appreciate your comments westerross (great name) and I'm pleased that you say that a lot of people identify with what I've said. There seems to be a lot of people who seem to think that they can join the fray and have offers of sex and meets all over the place, and I think those people will be disappointed that they'rer not getting what they want straight away. I guess, in essence (no pun intended tune ) You have to put the work into it and be patient is what part of my post was trying to say.
V
:lol: Seriously though Veneziano, good post - I'm sure a lot of people would identify with that.
I must admit that my post has turned my fortunes on this site. I have received responses to it and some PM's. But it wasn't a construed or calculated post. I was just inspired to write what I felt and how I see myself as a participant to this site.
I appreciate your comments westerross (great name) and I'm pleased that you say that a lot of people identify with what I've said. There seems to be a lot of people who seem to think that they can join the fray and have offers of sex and meets all over the place, and I think those people will be disappointed that they'rer not getting what they want straight away. I guess, in essence (no pun intended tune ) You have to put the work into it and be patient is what part of my post was trying to say.
V
Steph..no not those symbols, not the emoticons..the ones below that..the ones that look like childrens drawings of symbols and numbers..I've seen a lot of them around the posts on the forum..
what arcane message do they deliver...can a newbie be let into it's mysteries..?
baci e abbracci..
V
what arcane message do they deliver...can a newbie be let into it's mysteries..?
baci e abbracci..
V
