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About me - Tim Delamatter

Hello Everyone,

I am a very simple guy, but I have opinions on most things.

Opinions are what make us human. We all have them but most are afraid to verbalize them. This is a great forum to make your opinions known.

My philosophy is;
"In a multitude of counselors

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Food & Drink > Cooking (Other) Great gift ideas for men who cook: 1 of 20
Men love toys and in the kitchen there are many amazing toys that can be given as gifts. Here is my wish-list/necessary equipment choice for the man who loves to cook, which are many.10. Set of Henckel Knives (Carving, Paring, and Chopping knife)Do not buy any Henckels made in China, or even Spain, buy only the ones from Germ... More..
Food & Drink > Cooking with Spices & Herbs Tips on making the perfect curry: 1 of 19
I absolutely love Indian food. My daughter, who is three, has a favorite dish she has named appropriately 'Spicy Rice'. This dish is a Punjabi classic called Butter Chicken. I know it's not a traditional Curry because it's made with chicken, but it's truly to die for. You can spice it up with cumin and red chili pepper, or yo... More..
Hobbies & Games > Card Games How to learn to play poker: 1 of 17
The easiest way to learn is by playing. You can learn all the rules, study all the manuals, but until your actually playing it will only be head knowledge. You need some practical knowledge.If you look today at some of the people who have won big money in poker tournaments, they will explain it was by learning to play online.... More..
Entertainment > Music Genres, Trends & Scenes What makes a song Christian?: 3 of 45
Christian Songs are always to be directed upward. I find Christian songs can come in many shapes and sizes, but are mostly about three things, our relationship with each other, Worship of the Almighty, and explanations of what God desires of us.In my opinion what makes a song Christian, is if it glorifies God, Jesus, or the p... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing Jobs How to make a living as a novelist: 1 of 14
Novelists are a different breed. Most of the people who make a good living have done so on talent. It is one career where your work is your reputation. People don't care about what type of personality you have, if your larger than life, or even what educational background you have. What everyone wants in a novelist (I'm not t... More..
Sports & Recreation > Football Players 2009 NFL rookies who will likely make an immediate impression: 1 of 13
In most sports rookies are relegated to carrying the equipment, getting water for the veterans, singing songs half naked, or any other million things to break in the new guy they are made to do. It is a very small percentage which actually make an impact on the teams they are on. Football however has been a sport where this ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Baseball Why Ron Santo belongs in the baseball Hall of Fame: 1 of 7
Ron Santo, what an amazing man, great role model, and deserving third baseman for the hall of fame.If we look at the third baseman from his era. His numbers not only match up, but exceed most. He played on a team that never went anywhere, but the committee should realize his significance not only to Chicago but to the game.I ... More..
Relationships & Family > Friends & Peers (Other) Should you interfere in a friend's unhealthy relationship?: 21 of 111
Helping a friend when you believe they are in an unhealthy relationship, is difficult, and should be approached with extreme caution.If your relationship is strong enough to put up with the type of scrutiny helping a friend out of what you deem is an unhealthy relationship. It might be better for you to just stand with them. ... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: True karaoke stories: 20 of 101
Karaoke, the ultimate self expression? Or the biggest way to embarrass yourself in front of your friends?I love Karaoke, but it's not because I sing, or because I feel an emotional release when singing my favorite songs. I love it because it is amazing how singing together can bring people together.My wife is a Filipina, her ... More..
Entertainment > Movie Characters & Performances Who is your favorite character in the Lord of the Rings trilogy and why?: 5 of 25
Tolkien's Lord of the Rings, captured my imagination when I was seven. I was in a library, I think the first time ever, and on the shelf calling out to me was this book. On its cover was a most curious figure, he had a beard, was short like me, chubby, with a floppy red hat, and friendly looking face.The book was The Hobbit. ... More..