Title: Pssst! Alfred... Post by: MarkInTx on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM You're wasting your time.
He's always right. The world is always wrong. Don't bother trying to explain... Title: FOOD FIGHT! Post by: robobond on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Pssst! Alfred..., posted by MarkInTx on Oct 21, 2002
Yo, Patrick - Are you asleep? Title: Aww Come One - What's a Little Hash-Slinging Among Friends?? --smile- n/t Post by: Dan on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM Title: So much for letting the "thread" drop huh Mark?? Post by: Oscar on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Pssst! Alfred..., posted by MarkInTx on Oct 21, 2002
I knew you would be unable to do it.. You are in trouble Mark and I wish it were not so, but your behavior here shows it very clearly.. You keep twisting and manipulating whaterver people say here and sidestepping your own behavior continually. It will be catching up with you.. Guarateed.. You really truned into a major butthead, hope you're proud. Title: Actually Post by: MarkInTx on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to So much for letting the "thread&quo..., posted by Oscar on Oct 21, 2002
[This message has been edited by MarkInTx] I was just encouraging Alfred that others know and undersatnd what he was going through. In actuality, I never mentioned you by name, Oscar. I never mentioned the thread. I could have been talking about anyone, or anything... If you and Dan hadn't jumped in to the fray, then the new thread wouldn't have been born. But I'm done with this one, now, too. Title: Amazing.. once again, the denial- Post by: Oscar on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Actually, posted by MarkInTx on Oct 21, 2002
You say- "In actuality, I never mentioned you by name, Oscar. I never mentioned the thread. I could have been talking about anyone, or anything..." I mean, who do you think you are kidding Mark?? Do YOU actually even believe what you write? Read the quote above.. And you talk about "integrity"?? You are an insecure, scared, manipulative person. Amazing, even for you Mark... Title: Mark's Innuendoes . . . Post by: Dan on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Pssst! Alfred..., posted by MarkInTx on Oct 21, 2002
Correct me where I am wrong Mark - but your latest (most are below) seems to go something like this: * No-one should recommend Jack or FirstDream unless they also mention alternatives. Never mind that they may not have any direct first-hand knowledge of those alternatives - this is the world according to Mark's rules! I wonder Mark - would you consider it disingenuous for someone to recommend a service that they had never used? Just curious. * This message you've written (and that I am replying to) is to perpetuate the thread that is buried below. Why? Are you not content to leave the thread droppings down below - where they belong? * And now you are intimating that Jack has reappeared on the board. In fact, you've tagged him as one of the new guys that have appeared. Care to present any evidence to support that claim - or is it sufficient for you to do EXACTLY what you accuse Oscar of doing - and drive away new posters?? * Patrick was right about you. You *are* a mere newbie - and continuing to make lots of mistakes along the way. * LP was right about you. You lack integrity. * Oscar was right about you. You are in grave jeopardy, but lack the sense to see it - and circumnavigate it. Sure wouldn't want to be you - not with what's coming your way. - Dan Title: Directly on target... n/t Post by: Oscar on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM Title: Always happy to help Post by: MarkInTx on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Mark's Innuendoes . . ., posted by Dan on Oct 21, 2002
Happy to correct you where you are wrong Dan... thanks for asking... 1: My major complaint with Oscar's posts below is that he accuses me of taking a shot at Jack merely because I listed five alternatives to Jack's services. And I am not alone in my feelings either. Alfred has spoken up publicly and many others have spoken up privately that they are sick and tired of this being a "Firstdream Only" forum. 2: Can I list services I have not used? Hmmm... well, following that logic, if Lufthansa offers a cheap fare, and I see it, I shouldn't tell anyone about it... since I've never flown them... right? I think that listing a place where you can place a $65 ad isn't risking too much. 3: I have more "evidence" about Jack's new identity than BarryM and Jack had before they called Pordzhik "Poser Dick" ... but, correct me if I'm wrong Dan, you said NOTHING about their insults...? As it turned out, they were wrong. IF it turns out that I am wrong, then I will apologize, as well. 4: You tell me Patrick called me a newbie? Hmmm... I missed that. If he did it sure doesn't bother me. Just because I have been writing here for over two years, and have made trips to two different continents and three countries... why shouldn't I be classified a newbie? 5: You quote LP saying I have no integrity? You may be right, I stopped reading his drivel weeks ago. But, I don't remember that. Last I read, he was simply saying I was a love-sick fool. But, I will somehow try to live with myself... knowing that LP, a man who spreads malicious lies about a woman he doesn't even know, a man who continues to attack Stan B's marriage claiming it will fail, a man who has attacked men on here just for the sake of entertainment... to know that THIS MAN considers me lacking in Integrity... well, like I said... I guess I'm just going to somehow live with that. As far as recommending Firstdream... As I have said before... it wasn't very long ago that I recommended Firstdream. Before Jack's post that started the whole war that made me persona non grata around here, I actually recommended Firstdream to Frank O. My complaint is that if anyone lists alternatives to Firstdream, they are attacked. You and Oscar have shown this to be absolutely true, and the board can make their own judgements. I'm done talking about it. And... while we are on the subject of Innuendos, Dan... This sure was a nice innuendo from you: "Sure wouldn't want to be you - not with what's coming your way" And just what is coming my way, Dan? Oh... right. My woman is coming my way. It's not the first time that you, Jack, or your Klan took a shot at my woman. Thank you for leading by example, and showing us all your brand of "Integrity." Title: Memorable moments by the dickhead...link Post by: BarryM on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Always happy to help, posted by MarkInTx on Oct 21, 2002
http://www.planet-love.com/wwwboard/russian/archives/index000169.php Look at trip report nine. He even talks about Viagra. What a fool. -blm Title: Baiting again Dickhead ? Post by: BarryM on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Always happy to help, posted by MarkInTx on Oct 21, 2002
I see that you're trying to start the "BarryM" is "Jack Bragg" libel on here again. You've become a troll. I've been waiting and watching for you to mention my name. Now you've gone off the deep end. How many have told you to shut your stupid pie hole and let things be? Even Yoe told you to stop your crap. You are just a crazy stupid ass that keeps arguing even though you've lost. You're too much an egotistical prick to realize that. Let me tell you something dickhead, there are people lined up around the block scrambling to find your Vika's address and email so she can be invited to the party here. You can include me in that list. I really want her to know all the stuff you've written about her on here for public consumption. You've twice admitted here in the last two weeks that you are going to hide things about yourself from her and deceive her. That's your business, but when you post it publicly, it shows what a real lowlife fool you are. I think she should get to know the "real" you. The "you" that uses Planet Love as toilet for stupid spew and gives sordid details of his affairs for all to see and retch. The truth may keep her free. -blm Title: I knew you loved me! :P nt Post by: yoe on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM Title: Of course.... Post by: BarryM on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to I knew you loved me! :P nt, posted by yoe on Oct 21, 2002
I'd tolerate 10 spaced out commies over 1 dickhead any day. I think you make the board more interesting with some of the weird stuff you come up with. -blm Title: Always pleased to see the devout Russian Orthodox's contribution! Post by: MarkInTx on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Baiting again Dickhead ?, posted by BarryM on Oct 21, 2002
Actually, I don't think that you and Jack are the same person, and I've never said that. Others have said it... but not me. Jack may have his faults, but I would never accuse him of being you! As for My "Vika's" email address... hey, why don't you ask LP... I'm sure HE has it. If you believe him, he has her email address, her home address, and photos of her or something... I dunno. Hard to say what he has. He makes innuendos, then backs off... People are "lining up" to find it? Hahahaha! Now you made my day! I can believe that, I honestly can. You all REALLY need to get a life... Maybe if ALL of you went together, you could get ONE life... huh? As for my "hiding" things... yep, you're right. I am very embarrassed to be associated with many of the members here. And as for your assertion that "even yoe" has told me to "shut my pie-hole..." Oh... wow! Now you have gone and hurt my feelings. Even Yoe? Even calm, lucid, reasonable yoe? Oh no! Now I DO need to reconsider my evil ways... Title: Mark, the other day you suggested I lie to my girl! Post by: Oscar on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Always pleased to see the devout Russian..., posted by MarkInTx on Oct 21, 2002
You said I should lie to her about getting round trip airline tickets as she might get upset, thinking I might have done it to send her back! I'm sorry, but I really suggest talking with a woman about these things, especially if you plan on marrying her! Makes me wonder what other things you have felt so easy to lie about to your girl? Not a good way to start IMO... Title: Re: Mark, the other day you suggested I lie to my girl! Post by: MarkInTx on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Mark, the other day you suggested I lie ..., posted by Oscar on Oct 21, 2002
I was merely reporting what someone else said... He said that when his fiance found out she had a round trip ticket home, she thought he was leaving an out, and was very upset. I thought that was interesting insight, because I wouldn't have thought of it that way, so I passed it on. Take it for what it's worth. BTW, I don't think that not telling her you have a round trip ticket is quite the same thing as lying. But, if you are trying to pick a fight, then I can see why you would spin it that way... And, I think your situation is somewhat different. I didn't know that you weren't going over to be with her. Clearly, she will know exactly what kind of a ticket she has, since you will be buying it and sending it to her, so for you it's a moot point. In my situation, I'm going to be there with her. I see no reason why I should go through the dissertation of why I have a round trip ticket. But, in my case, I am using FF miles, so it's the same for me either way. I probably won't have a RT ticket, just because it saves me the hassle of making return reservations. If I were buying a ticket, I'd definitely get a RT, since it is (usually) cheaper. And I wouldn't meet her in Warsaw and say: "Hi Honey! Here's your round trip ticket!" If you think that's lying and dishonest... so be it. I really couldn't care less. (How this has anything to do with BarryM calling me a dickhead, whether I think Jack and BarryM are the same person, or anything else mentioned in my post is beyond me... Gee, you're not just trying to pick a fight, are you Oscar?) Title: Singles and returns Post by: Pordzhik on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Re: Mark, the other day you suggested I ..., posted by MarkInTx on Oct 21, 2002
here's my story with the tickets..... Firstly my girls marriage visa was endorsed multi-entry and valid for six months and we knew that she would have to return to Kiev during the time before our marriage. We searched and searched but could only find silly priced tickets £400.00-£800.00 return from agents in Kiev, with little difference (pennies) between one way and return prices, added to that we were both given the (maybe mis-) information that it may cause problems if a Ukrainian national tries to leave with a one-way ticket, so we opted for the expensive (compared to English prices) return. We bought the expensive (from Ukraine) again for her 2nd trip to England, and just didn't use the return half. After she had her Further Leave to Remain stamp, we bought her tickets in England (usually £180.00-£200.00 return). Why don't you let your girls research ticket prices now while they are still in Ukraine? See what they can come up with and what THEY suggest. Title: Re: Singles and returns Post by: Oscar on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Singles and returns, posted by Pordzhik on Oct 21, 2002
You know, it never even occurred to me to think of having HER check it out on her end! LOL! Who knows, she might be able to get it cheaper somehow.. I can use FF miles if I wish, but I hate using them if the prices are cheap at the time.. Would rather use them for trips to Hawaii etc! ;-) Title: Sometimes Post by: Pordzhik on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Re: Singles and returns, posted by Oscar on Oct 21, 2002
Ukrainian International Airlines (I'm sure some guesswork will find the web address as I've forgotton) Advertise promotional Prices, something like 3 days in London at 3star hotel for £250.00 (but not when we wanted it!). The prices to cities in North America wasn't too much more if I remember correctly and if it compares well and coincides with her travel....why not? Title: Done!.... Post by: LP on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Always pleased to see the devout Russian..., posted by MarkInTx on Oct 21, 2002
[This message has been edited by LP] ....Time to put the last nail in this coffin! Sorry Dan, I tried. You simply ask too much of me. I'm gonna burn him. Title: ANSWERS Mark . . . Post by: Dan on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Always happy to help, posted by MarkInTx on Oct 21, 2002
Here ya go newbie: Mark: "2: Can I list services I have not used? Hmmm... well, following that logic, if Lufthansa offers a cheap fare, and I see it, I shouldn't tell anyone about it... since I've never flown them... right? I think that listing a place where you can place a $65 ad isn't risking too much. " Would you also 'tout' Lufthansa's service (that you had NOT used) as a response to someone else's comment that they enjoyed using Autrian Airlines because of superior first-hand treatment??? THAT is a comparable hypothetical Mark - not the one you chose. Mark: "3: I have more "evidence" about Jack's new identity than BarryM and Jack had before they called Pordzhik "Poser Dick" ... but, correct me if I'm wrong Dan, you said NOTHING about their insults...? As it turned out, they were wrong. IF it turns out that I am wrong, then I will apologize, as well." Yes, it is true that I did NOT jump into that fray. I pick and choose the threads I wish to participate in these days - and I typically respond only to those which inspire me in some way. Now - having said that - how about being forthcoming with this "evidence." Do you have the courage of your convictions - or are you content to leave it an innuendo?!? Mark: "4: You tell me Patrick called me a newbie? Hmmm... I missed that. If he did it sure doesn't bother me. Just because I have been writing here for over two years, and have made trips to two different continents and three countries... why shouldn't I be classified a newbie?" Patrick's response to you -- "I think you're [MarkInTx] still fairly new to this, not yet married and still trying (like most guys) to draw some conclusions based on what you see some other guys going through." Patrick is correct. Mark: "And just what is coming my way, Dan? Oh... right. My woman is coming my way." Yes, I *know* full-well Victoria is (probably) arriving soon. *YOU* choose to interpret my comments as directed at her. They are not. Specifically, I see you enduring (and contributing to) loads of emotional pain. Your ignorance, in combination with your arrogance and piety - and topped off by the latest round od combative tendencies - does NOT bode well for a new relationship. I pity both you and the new family that will suffer from your characteristics. Too bad - for all concerned. - Dan Title: Final Post by: MarkInTx on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to ANSWERS Mark . . ., posted by Dan on Oct 21, 2002
You ask: "Would you also 'tout' Lufthansa's service (that you had NOT used) as a response to someone else's comment that they enjoyed using Autrian Airlines because of superior first-hand treatment???" Yes. I would. If "Autrian" airlines was four times the price of Lufthansa... I would be remiss if I didn't point out that they didn't have to pay that price if they didn't want to, don't you think? You know... speaking NON hypothetically for a moment, I have seen A LOT of times on this board when someone will post a rate fare they saw, or a phone card that they saw advertised... and NEVER did anyone ever attack them for suggesting a service that they did had not previously used. The first time I went to Russia, it was because Mark H posted that LOT airlines had a $400 fare to St. Pb. He had never used them, he just pointed it out. It was a good tip. Anyone who didn't have "Jack Blinders" on would see that posting five alternatives is a good thing. Not an attack. Having said that... I'm done with you and your petty attacks. So, feel free to post all you want... I'm not going to bother responding. This did crack me up, though: "I pick and choose the threads I wish to participate in these days - and I typically respond only to those which inspire me in some way." Well, Dan... considering that the threads you wish to participate in lately seems to be primarily the ones in which you can bash me... I'm glad to know that I inspire you... Title: Mark - Puppy Dog with a Priapism . . . Post by: Dan on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Final, posted by MarkInTx on Oct 21, 2002
I love puppies. They are so cuddly and funny. They run around and stick their noses in places they don't belong. They jump up and down and frolick. They have this boundless energy that results in them getting into all sorts of mischief - most of it harmless. This boundless energy and never-ending enthusiasm is endearing. It is a great deal of what makes me enjoy being around puppy dogs. Most puppy dogs are pretty smart. When they misbehave, the mama dog comes along and snaps at them or she grabs them by the nape of the neck and sets them straight. Most puppy dogs learn pretty quickly what is, and is not, proper behavior. Some puppy dogs are not so smart. Some puppy dogs pizz on the carpet, sh!t on the floor - and they slobber all over everyone. Those puppy dogs - the ones that don't learn from their mamas - and fail to learn from life's constant corrections - these puppy dogs have a tough life. Some even cannot catch a frisbee and it keeps hitting them in the head when they grow up. I feel sad for dumb puppy dogs. The only thing worse than a dumb puppy dog - is one that is even dumber due to priapism. The lack of blood flow to the brain is cause for even more pity. I *do* feel sorry for Mark. It must be true that people and their pets share common characteristics. - Dan Title: lol! n/t Post by: LP on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Mark - Puppy Dog with a Priapism . . ., posted by Dan on Oct 21, 2002
....Ha! stop it, now *your* killin me! ;-) Title: Yer killin me.... Post by: LP on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Always happy to help, posted by MarkInTx on Oct 21, 2002
...lol. Has it ever occured to you some people may know things you don't? Has it ever occured to you that you might (heaven forbid) just *might*, not be in possession of all the facts? That you have alienated the very people in a position to help you see clearly? Talk about denial! Continue to attack Stan's marriage? Show me where I do that. I "attacked" his method and no one here has ever said it was anything other than a crap shoot. He got lucky so far, good for him. But I still maintain his method was foolhardy, illogical, irrational and applies to children and horses, if I recall the saying correctly. He was very lucky or someone was watching over him. Entertainment? "Jack has made me persona non grata here"?? Yikes! I'll leave the entertainment up to you because you're so dayum good at it! I just love how you run away from all that displeases you. But you be right about one thing: You'll have to learn to live with some things, because you've thrown away the cane and kicked your guide dog. I sure don't envy you, livin with yerself must be a full time job. Title: Once again, twisting the facts and truth! Unbelievable! Post by: Oscar on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Always happy to help, posted by MarkInTx on Oct 21, 2002
What a load of absolute and utter tripe! LOL! You say in your once again DISHONEST post- "My complaint is that if anyone lists alternatives to Firstdream, they are attacked. You and Oscar have shown this to be absolutely true" What a bunch of bull! I could care less if another agency owner helps people here. Now I have only said this about 3 or 4 times in the past 24 hours, but of course that doesn't matter to a person who wants to twist everything they read to their own ends.. How do you do it Mark, and with a straight face?? Then of course there's this little denial AGAIN- "My major complaint with Oscar's posts below is that he accuses me of taking a shot at Jack merely because I listed five alternatives to Jack's services". MERELY listing alternatives?? Again, do you think everyone hee is that stupid to believe that? You list "alternatives" that you have NEVER used and have ZERO experience with AND you do it with utter sarcasm and derision for Jack AND intimate he is ripping people off because you think they can get the service cheaper! What a liar you are Mark. For someone who has taken on the role of the moral majority around here, you are one lying piece of work.. Give it up Mark, you are obviously foundering and creating one embarrassing mess for yourself with these pathetic denials.. twisting peoples words and meanings, denying your own BS and hardly subtle attacks which are so ridiculously blatant.. And don't talk to Dan about "integrity".. Because just as you have never used any of the services you want to list for people here to use for the sole purpose of your ongoing pissing match with Jack, you HAVE no integrity Mark.. I really did think you did when first getting to know AND HELP YOU here Mark, but I was wrong.. That last trip that has you so messed up sucked any remaining integrity out of you.. SO much for DROPPING THE THREAD HUH?? Yeah right... Title: right on, Oscar! Post by: KenC on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Once again, twisting the facts and truth..., posted by Oscar on Oct 21, 2002
Oscar, Your post is right on the money- "You list "alternatives" that you have NEVER used and have ZERO experience." "Because just as you have never used any of the services you want to list for people here to use....you HAVE no integrity Mark." This is just like the guy who got engaged and has yet to bring his fiancee to America arguing with two guys married to RW about how married life will be with a Russian wife. LOL (Sorry, couldn't resist) Carry on. KenC Title: Re: Post by: Alfred on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to right on, Oscar!, posted by KenC on Oct 21, 2002
And where are the people posting *real, first person* experiences with agencies other than FirstDream. (I know that First Dream is reputable, but it is not the only reputable agency.) The silence is deafening. Title: Alf, they are more than welcome to post about other agencies- Post by: Oscar on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Re:, posted by Alfred on Oct 21, 2002
Maybe the "silence" is because there aren't that many people here right now who have used other services they have been terribly happy with, I don't know. I know that today, Hockey just talked about LifetimePartners (LTP) in some posts above. They are an honest agency and I can tell you about it because I have used them. Did I like what they did for me personally? Not really. I feel the girls there are extremely young for the most part and they kept trying to push me towards meeting 21-23 year olds when I really wanted to meet 30 year olds.. Are they bacsically honest? Yes. Would I recommend them to men in their 40's or 50's? No. Would I recommend them to guys in their 20's and 30's? Yes. Title: Re: Re: Post by: squirecam on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM Title: Check the Archives . . . Post by: Dan on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Re:, posted by Alfred on Oct 21, 2002
And you will see that I've commented favorably on Peoplehelpers.com (I know the people that run the portion of the agency in Kremenchug) - and I've commented favorably about www.kissyou.com. I've also commented unfavorably about wcsagency.com - if you read the archives. - Dan Title: Re: Check the Archives . . . Post by: Alfred on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Check the Archives . . ., posted by Dan on Oct 21, 2002
Yes, Dan, I am aware of the archives. However things do change: there is another message in this thread about a broken link in the archives. It would also be nice to hear about the new agencies that open up and followup from our new members who ask about agencies nobody here has used before. In other words: new information is always nice to have. Title: You mean... Post by: MarkInTx on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Re: Check the Archives . . ., posted by Alfred on Oct 21, 2002
You mean you want to hear about other agencies more than once every four months? How impertinent of you! Title: Re: Check the Archives . . . Post by: robobond on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Check the Archives . . ., posted by Dan on Oct 21, 2002
Dan, "wcsagency.com" comes up "Can't Find Web Site". Are you sure of the address? Bob Title: Nope, he has it backwards Post by: MarkInTx on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Re: Check the Archives . . ., posted by robobond on Oct 21, 2002
It's www.agencywcs.com Title: other agencies Post by: KenC on October 21, 2002, 04:00:00 AM ... in response to Re:, posted by Alfred on Oct 21, 2002
Al, I used Lifetime Partners in Tver, Russia. They have an office in Santa Clara, CA also. They delivered on everything they promised. KenC |