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Peter replied to a comment by James s F. on Boot Camp of World War I 9:02AM EST"This is very interesting, James. In a earlier postcard story about the picture of a soldier, there was some discussion of headgear for soldiers in World War I.Thanks for sharing the story of the "Troopers" . . ." more
Peter replied to a comment by Ruth MacGill on Boot Camp of World War I 9:00AM EST"Oh Ruth, this is a "pet peeve" of mine.I have participated in several discussions here on Gather about simplistic ideas about the "good old days".There were far more dangers in ordinary life -no tetanus . . ." more
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Describe Yourself:
Serious corporate guy by day; irreverent blogger by moonlight.
Have friends in many places ( I've worked in different parts of the country.)
When I make friends, I keep them. Still in touch with a tight group of guys from University.
Really diverse: love the country (horseback riding, hiking, canoeing, gardening, cycling, historical sites) and big cities (serious music, theater, and great food).
Somewhat posh (descended from long line of clergymen!), but have roots in small towns and the country.
Bookish (will argue through the night in cafes and lofts). Religious (Episcopalian) and adventuresome, love to travel and love to curl up at home. Set up movie nights with friends each winter.
Have done some writing -and been published. (Mostly professional stuff, not something from the drawer full of unfinished novels and poems.)
Like people who are calm and confident, committed to something - job, art, politics, spirituality, etc.
Can't deal with superficiality, screaming, bigotry, poseurs, etc.
Grateful for the great tide of good wine from all parts of the world, the consistently-great restaurants in my neighborhood (Flatiron), and for antique prints, ancient coins, rare books,and enameled glass with which my flat is littered.
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On Gather, I'm Looking For ...:
Decency, fellowship, goodwill, wit, and humor.
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Favorite Books, Writers, Genres:
Some Tame Gazelle,
Barbara Pym,
The Borderland,
Canon Roger Lloyd,
Strong Poison,
Gaudy Night,
and Busman's Honeymoon,
by Dorothy L. Sayers,
Madder Music,
Peter DeVries,
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The Towers of Trebizond,
Rose McCauley,
Gilbert Keith Chesterton,
T.S . Eliot,
Mary Renault,
Graham Greene,
Jane Austen
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Favorite Movies, Actors, Genres:
Babettes Feast,
Intimate Strangers,
Les Ripoux,
Enchanted April,
Ran,
Dear Frankie,
The Triplets of Belleville,
The Cave of the Yellow Dog,
The Last Metro,
avenue Montaigne,
L'air de Famille
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