Helena D'Orville

You may, gorgeous Kylie!

Piano8950, your post is very moving and powerful, thank you for sharing this. Berlin, you are right, muslims are the first victims of terrorism here. There are many other massacres, just like the one you mention, that are nearly overlooked by the media. Unfortunately this happens often. But denouncing one thing does not mean that we agree with another shocking thing like this massacre, and that we cannot talk about it. We can. I think that when we have reached the point that we see a drawing as the cause of a terrorist act, there is a serious issue. What shall we do of all this? Very very complex. France has a history of colionalism wit north-africa (I know, I am the product of it, mixed race). At the end of the eighties, those terrorist attacks started in small villages in Algeria, killing entire families. So so so complex. All this is not only about Charlie Hebdo.

Thank you Phaedrus and Ragnaglar for giving elements to help us understand Charlie Hebdo. No, this satirical magazine is not racist, quite the opposite - as Phaedrus explained. A caricature is a point of view/criticism expressed in image, instead of words. It is a way to invite us to think about something specific. Indeed, you have to live or have lived in France to understand this magazine. I did. When you stop at Charlie Hebdo's caricatures and analyse them, you realise that a lot is "said" by what is shown. It is not about a drawing made to offense or shock people. It is made to create a shock to make us think... by making us laugh at the same time! Only then can we understand that Charlie Hebdo is not against the idea/concept of god but, to the contrary, criticizes the people who hurt these important concepts of our society. I doubt that everybody who worked/works at Charlie Hebdo is agnostic or atheists... I was in France that day, wondering why there were issues in the metro, trying to get to the airport. It is only when I arrived home the day after that I heard about the news. I then understood the chaos of Wednesday, January, 7th. 2015. It was a shock to me. Some of the people killed, like Cabu, had started their career drawing for children. We (French people) grew up with them. Freedom of speech is a complex concept, but nobody should be killed for what they say/draw because this is the beginning of intimidation, terror etc... And France is a country with a love for words, free expression and debates. It is deeply engraved in our culture. This won't change and I am proud of it.

Happy Marvelous Birthday Mod!

Yes, this show is great. In fact it is not about zombies (it could be another disease/issue, and I am not interested in zombie movies) but about what humans would do/how would they behave if they had to face a major situation that would threaten humanity. It is all about human behavior and psychology, as individuals and as groups. This is what I find fascinating in this show.

Happy Sweet Birthday to you Claire!

What will this new year bring to you? Hopefully beautiful moments and only positive things. One thing is sure, I am ready for more cuddles! I do not bite - unless you want me to; I am sweet and playful; sexy for sure; love stimulating conversations but can remain silent. I am not a Barbie but more the girl next door type, cute and appealing. The world needs more love... Let's make it now! Sensually Yours, Mia

So funny, I started a thread with the same topic today, without knowing about this one.

I don't want to sound too pessimistic (or simply realistic?) but I am surprised that the institution of marriage even still exists. All I heard about in my life was not about how being married makes for a wonderful and loving partnership/family for a lifetime. I have seen and heard a lot of sadness and unhappiness, and still do. Family, friends etc...There are a lot of singles out there, of any generation, and the number is growing. It is a social epidemic. Whatever the problem is, it is not a contract that will guarantee anything. Whatever the conditions are (and everybody can make up their conditions. Why not creating a new trend with marriage contracts where partners state on a paper all their specific rules, duration for this contract etc... before they say yes? We can be very creative about it if we open this door). But the real problem is this awful and painful incapacity for the big majority of people today to find partners because we do not know how to love each other anymore, we do not know how to commit to a relationship. And it is not necessarily our fault, it is not my point. Many changes in our Western society in the last 60 years have deeply impacted the dynamic for couples - especially between men and women - that force us to reinvent loving relationships/committed partnerships. And it will take some time for us to figure this out as a society, and as individuals. Hypothetically, everybody is ''free'' now. The question is: when we are two, how do we manage this freedom?

It seems that the new trend is back to full little bushes. I personally prefer to have mine totally shaved because I find it more hygienic, and it allows me to feel more sensations. It is not so much about the look. And as this article states (link below) it helps to avoid catching bad things or to spread them. http://www.purdueexponent.org/features/article_454407d9-f235-5392-a368-39493c166b2a.html Whether you are a lady or a gentleman, what are your preferences about hairstyling your bush? I am curious to know what you like for yourself and what you like for the other and why? And especially for you gents, here is a link to a video that you might find funny, ridiculous, cheesy, interesting, stupid... Or all at the same time, I don't know, you'll judge!

Hmm, WealthyCowboy, this girl who took your picture is quite an odd case. A lady should never do this, I think. Who knows what she might do with it? Once a photo is taken, it is already too late, and it can be spread everywhere on the web, edited, manipulated... But maybe I am too paranoid? Daniel Boon, Dany, Dany, mon cher Dany: do not remove your picture! (that I like, by the way). I did not mean that men should not put pictures of themselves in their albums on Lyla. What I said is that if I receive a picture from a random guy by email, and if his intent is to prove me with his picture that he is trustworthy, then, no, I know that this is not how you can find out if someone is trustworthy or not. So let me be clear about it, dear Lyla's male members: if you want to put photos of you in your albums, please go ahead! I would love to see them! As much as you enjoy looking at ladies' pictures, I would enjoy to look at yours too ;-) I hope that some misunderstanding has been lifted here ;-)

I totally agree with Gwen. In fact, I do not like to receive a picture of a gentleman prior to a rendez-vous, and this for many reasons. First: it does not say anything about this man; second: if I receive a picture by email, is it really his?; third: although I understand that your intention is positive and would be to reassure a lady, it is a bit like saying ''I look good or handsome or classy or funny (or I don't know what) and I am better than another guy (hopefully your pic will transpire this message because sometimes our pics are not necessarily perceived the way we think they are...); fourth: no, no, no, it is not at all about you being handsome (you could be a total jerk). It is about: being on time, being polite, being clean, being respectful, being in the moment, being interesting (veeeeery important quality for me!) and we will have a wonderful time together. OK. I will admit that if you are the total package deal then it is the lottery when we open the door, and inside of us we are jumping like crazy. But we stay composed... and hopefully this feeling will last until the end of our time together... But, winning the lottery does not happen everyday... and it is totally fine. ;-)

Great thread Someguy, thanks ;-) It seems that you have the American Netflix, correct? I only have the Canadian one which starts to frustrate me because of the little choices we have. Anyway, maybe you have seen them already but here are my preferred ones: Breaking Bad, The Walking Dead (not for the zombies because I am not interested at all in this, but for how human beings would deal with a high disaster level that would threaten humanity), Orange Is The New Black, Hannibal, and I love a series that is not on Netflix yet: Orphan Black. I have seen the first season only and look forward to seeing the next ones. I tried Marco Polo this week but it did not catch me... despite the shocking nudity. Ah ah ah...

Félicitations Emma! And Happy Holidays to you ;-)

Have a Wonderful & Happy Birthday Jessica!

I have just learned that my best friend's mother died. My friend is only in her early thirties. Her father died many years ago and she has no brother or sister. She is single, no children. Although we (friends) are here for her, we know that it will be a very sad and lonely Christmas, New Year and birthday for her - yes, all at the same time! Crap.

Joyeux Anniversaire Tianna!

Dear Mod(s), Whether you are one or a dozen, a man or a woman, you have to deal all year long with the little devils that we are. We probably make you crazy by asking you a zillion times things that you explained us... a zillion times (especially these last days!). You probably lose hope on some of us when you have to punish or ban us because we did a bad thing (more or less consciously). We tremble when we receive a warning from you because we know that we have been bad bad bad again (or we have absolutely no clue what got us there). You probably laugh or cry behind your screen because you wish that we were more intelligent than that but... hey, we love you Mod ;-) Have a deserved Wonderful Merrylicious Happy Holidays! (p.s.1: this is not an attempt to gain any favor from Mod ;-) We all know that Mod is tough and we cannot buy him/her p.s.2: I have to say that I am impressed by the philosophy and the community spirit that the big majority of members try to maintain here. Happy Holidays to you all too!)

Writing a Christmas gifts list. Not for me, for my family ;-) Big family. I need to get organized to know who gets what. And come up with ideas. Very tough sometimes to be original...

A bunch of fancy nail polish for one of my nieces who is 16. Her Christmas gift. I know she'll love them!

A mix of Jazz, from standards to fusion, instrumental or with lyrics. Have Loved Jazz since the age of 6. I sing it too ;-) One of my preferred standards is ''You Must Believe in Spring''. I love this version with Tony Bennett and Bill Evans:

Hello Felsh014! Welcome and enjoy your time here!

[IMG]https://www.lyla.com/vbulletin/picture.php?albumid=9897&pictureid=67115[/IMG] It has been a while since you havenâ??t had a ''real dateâ??â??, felt the excitement of the anticipation to see the Lady of your thoughts, imagined how the encounter will unfold, letting your mind drift to sweet fantasies... Now there is one door you can knock at to be welcome the way you wish. Attentive, genuine, I will take care of you and put on alert all your senses. I will entertain you with my conversation, my sharp mind, my delicious playfulness. I will demonstrate that the French hostess in me can make you feel at home as if it were a childâ??s game... But is it, really? Indulge yourself with an Absolute Date with me... [CENTER][B]The Absolute Date (4 hours)[/B] [I]Delicacies for Your Gourmet Palate[/I] I cook for you, lucky you! I choose the menu - another surprise - but will take in consideration your likes, dislikes, allergies, and/or specific diets Set on a romantic table [B]Includes:[/B] Starters Main Course Dessert Wine (if you wish, red or white, and in moderation) Coffee/tea Other delicacies... [B]Conditions:[/B] - advance booking for an Absolute Date is 48 hours minimum - any day of the week depending on my availability - a booking cancelled at least 24 hours before the starting time set for our date is not subject to a fee - a booking cancelled the same day before 10am is charged with a 200$ fee - a booking cancelled the same day after 10am is charged with a 400$ fee - times preferred are 6pm to 10pm, or 7pm to 11pm, or 8pm to 12am For more info, visit my website. [LEFT]I am looking forward to this private time with you, Gentleman... Sensually Yours, Mia [/LEFT] [/CENTER]

Shoes. Beautiful shoes. Sexy shoes. High heels and glitter... Yep, I am a girl, and I like it!

No, no, no, totally unfair! I want to see some real amazing and exciting male abs, please... ;-)