David van der Merwe

@Paljas (146)

South Africa

Joined myLot 8 years ago

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David van der Merwe's Responses

What can you say about this union, is it based on love?

Erly Maglangit @cacay1 (83614) • Cagayan De Oro, Philippines 23 Mar 17

I just want to make myself and you all happy. It is up to you to judge whether this wedding between this young and old is based on love or not. Actually this is a viral post in Facebook, many reacted about the young...

if iove is blind

mystery

falsity of feeling

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David van der Merwe Who are we to judge? Let's mind our own business, shall we?! I am so tired of people judging other people. What harm does this couple cause you on a personal level?

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“Don’t patronize me!”

ingrid @ridingbet (66854) • Philippines 22 Mar 17

This was what I told to a colleague who ignored me when I was talking to her. It seems she believes the other colleagues are closer to her than me. She would always talk to them, showing off her family’s achievements and her...

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David van der Merwe Her behaviour reminds me again why I dislike people who think they are superior to others. My advice is to show her some love. People are usually shocked when the reaction they get is not one which they have expected and can change the way they interact with...

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Double Monday

Inlemay @Inlemay (17713) • South Africa 22 Mar 17

After having a public holiday yesterday, today feels like the second monday for the week "Oh Bother" as Winnie the Pooh would say. Taking my head out of the honey jar, I have much planned for today because its a short...

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David van der Merwe Avoided the double Monday by taking the 1st one off so had a nice long weekend. Love Van Gogh's work and very intrigued by his life. Enjoyed visiting the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam. Recently read somewhere that more research into his death suggests that he...

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Making New Friends

Virginia Lee @VirginiaLee (134) • Newport, Rhode Island 22 Mar 17

I have this habit, apparently, of forming very strong friendships just when I'm getting ready to leave a place and move on to a new adventure. I did it in high school, then again in college, again while working as a singer/actor,...

friendship moving

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David van der Merwe I feel for you. My dad worked on construction his whole life and we moved around so much that I was truly difficult to make friends. The friends I have now are friends I have met after school. I don't live with regret but sometimes wonder what it would be like...

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Oh, I know my problem

Heather Echola @GardenGerty (161165) • United States 22 Mar 17

I often feel that I am really slow here, but I just figured out my problem, or problems. First problem: I read. If you write a post, I read more than just the title. I read what you have to say. Sometimes I read...

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David van der Merwe I don't see a problem. I enjoy myLot - Read what is of interest to me, comment on interesting articles and like posts I enjoy. Some days I am more active than others.

23 Mar 17

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Can You drive a car with manual transmission?

Subhajit Sil @subhajitsil6 (961) • Kolkata, India 22 Mar 17

I was checking out an article, where I came through the fact that only 17% of the americans can drive a car with manual transmission. Is this true? I just thought to get you guys opinion.

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David van der Merwe Also different in South Africa. Majority of people can drive a car with manual transmission. I had an automatic car once and I hated it. I personally enjoy a car with manual transmission and will hold on to mine if they stop making them. HaHa.

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Terrorist Attacks

snowy @snowy22315 (182792) • United States 22 Mar 17

On the news this morning they were describing another attack just outside of Parlaiment in London. Will these never end? Sadly, the answer seems to be no. Man's inhumanity to Man." I don't know how these people delude themselves...

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David van der Merwe Yes, the world is full of evil.

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Angel Of Gods

Pammoo Raj Ratan @pammooratan (4668) • India 22 Mar 17

We hear often about angel of God's. What is this?And what is mythological aspect of this? Is this true are only imagination? It said they do good of people and help them?

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David van der Merwe A lot of people believe in angels. Not only in angels of God, but guardian angels, etc. The angels of God you are referring to I guess would be God's messengers. God used angels as mentioned in the Bible to bring messages to various people. Some people today...

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Do you bite your nails?

Samia khan @Samia786m (522) • India 22 Mar 17

Biting nails are a bad habit.Our nails are an ideal location for bacteria to thrive, that includes potentially pathogenic bacteria like Salmonella and E. coli which would love to call underside of your nail tips home. If you bite...

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David van der Merwe 100% correct. The kids of parents who are allowed to play in dirt are usually much healthier than the kids of parents who think it is dangerous and unhealthy for their kids to play in dirt. We need this exposure to build a strong immune system.

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Television or Movie

Fishmomma @Fishmomma (11377) • United States 22 Mar 17

Everyone is really busy now with work, meals, house cleaning and the list goes on and on. We all know nobody can do it all in a day or even in a week. I would like to know what television show or movie would you watch no matter...

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David van der Merwe I enjoy documentaries and try to make time in my busy schedule to watch although I won't really pay extra for it. Currently I am watching "The World at War", a doccie from the 70's and "Ancient Aliens" which is a more recent produced documentary.

22 Mar 17

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Dollar to currency...

Socrates @100gods (93) 22 Mar 17

Hey we can withdraw our money only after collecting $5. How much $5 accounts to you after converting it to your nations currency? In India , with $5 i.e Rs. 350 I can purchase any one of following- 1. I can purchase 3L of...

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David van der Merwe 1. About 2L of petrol. 2. A very basic meal. 3. About 1 Week internet connection. 4. 3 cans of Carlsberg That's why I don't see myLot as an income opportunity.

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What do you think about gender roles?

Lia Wazowski @LiaWazowski (44) • Sevilla, Spain 22 Mar 17

Since we were little we tell the children what they have to be and what their role in life, the girls we wear pink and boys in blue, girls are given dolls and boys cars. What do you think about this? Do you think that with this we...

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David van der Merwe Interesting topic. I think parents should not try to define their kids. We are all born with different personalities to make as unique and individual. That's what it is all about at end, isn't it?

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I am not alone....mylot is my friend.

Sanjeev @sjvg1976 (41290) • Delhi, India 22 Mar 17

In real life I have no friends to share my feelings . I always miss few friends which I had in school time . Those were the days when we used to bunk school, used to go to movies, used to go to restaurants...

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David van der Merwe MyLot is nice for killing time and boredom. I personally am a semi-recluse and avoid most people. At the same time I do have a couple of very good friends I can rely on for company and vice versa.

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Started My Day With Some Random Acts of Kindness!

Amy @simpleliving3251120 (498) • Manahawkin, New Jersey 22 Mar 17

I try to start my day by doing a random act of kindness. We live in a world where people are constantly chasing the almighty dollar. They never seem to have enough. Things don't bring me pleasure. Giving makes me much...

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David van der Merwe Wonderful. I try to do the same. Some people always think of a gift as some kind of material object and the only gift that is appreciated by others. I personally find an act of kindness one of the best gifts I can receive. I appreciate basic things like a...

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Is there any really good writers reading this post?

Sabina Tahirova @yume171 (8) 22 Mar 17

Need your help and professional advice. I was writing essays before, but it's my first experience with book writing. Where do I start? What nuances should I consider?

help with book writing

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David van der Merwe Writing a novel is not the same as an essay and a lot of work and research go into a good book. Your topic should be something you are interested in or have experience with because, even if it is fiction, it is important that you know what you are writing...

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[QC] How you attract other myLot users to respond to your discussion?

Jandie @tech40 (23121) • Philippines 22 Mar 17

Question for myLot Community! Sup everyone! It's been long day passed! Here's another question for everyone! How you attract other myLot users to respond to your discussion? Some people here used attracting titles and some of...

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David van der Merwe You 100% correct. It's all the subject. Even if I wanted to, it is impossible to read all discussions, so I read the ones where the subject is of interest to me.

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The United States of Anxiety

suziecat7 @suziecat7 (3350) • Asheville, North Carolina 20 Mar 17

I don't care who you voted for - that's up to you. But I have to say that in all my years I have never seen the American people so uptight. There is a seething underlying angst in the atmosphere. Sure, we've had our times of...

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David van der Merwe Mmm... did the American get it completely wrong this time?

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The Earth Is Flat!?

julito @antonbunot (11093) • Calgary, Alberta 20 Mar 17

There are two top NBA players, who have one thing in common. Kyrie Irving of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Lakers' Shaquille O'Neal (retired) believe that the earth is flat. No, no, they are not kidding! They really believe that...

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David van der Merwe Actually, there are many people who believe the earth is flat. They believe there is some sort of conspiracy going on. I don't know why and for what reason as what difference would it make? But there you have it - a lot of "flatearthers" out there. They...

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Why Do they cancel a really good series?

bonnie @bunnybon7 (50973) • Holiday, Florida 20 Mar 17

Things have chilled out around here for a bit. Almost afraid to say it is pretty good here in the house with everyone . anyway, I took part of my paypal out to my bank and ordered Hulu. so now I have an...

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David van der Merwe I agree with you totally. Decent shows are cancelled but shows with sex, violence and zombies run forever. Makes one think what kind of a society we live in?!

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