Loretta, 39
www.ceolpub.com

How do you react when someone mistakes your accent for Scottish or British? Do you assume idiocy? Would you refuse to date someone who made such a blatant error?
I always assume idiocy and yes, I would refuse to even have this person in my presence, cheeky bastard!

What's one major difference you've noticed between Irish and American guys?
It's all in the jeans!

Do you prefer dating someone who is Irish or someone who is American?
American.

Why?
Because he'd kill me if I said otherwise!

Given the economy, is it okay for someone to suggest a second, third or fourth date at home — watching a movie or ordering in — or is it still an obvious sign of someone wanting to get in your pants?
As long as you both want the same thing, what's the problem?

A close guy friend of mine who's a player wants to hook up with my sister. I don't want her to get the clap. Should I discourage her from getting involved, or should I just butt out?
Yes, of course discourage her! I have neither the time nor the inclination to listen to her whining afterwards!

When introducing your parents to a dating partner of a different cultural or ethnic background, should you prepare them in advance or let them be surprised?
Don't say a word and you'll get so much material for the craic in the pub afterwards!