There is a very small difference in meaning between the two forms. The -ing form emphasises the action or experience. The to-infinitive gives more emphasis to the results of the action or event. We often use the -ing form to suggest enjoyment (or lack of it), and the to-infinitive form to express habits or preferences.

 I like making jam. (Emphasis on the experience/action)

We have a lot of fruit in the garden. I like to make jam every year. (A habit or preference)

# James Cooper. Both expression do work well indeed, but�as so nicely explained by�Mihaelabo and Anaisabel, there is a slight difference. Stating that most native speakers wouldn �t know the difference is, however, a bit too bold. They may not be able to explain it very well, but they use these and many other parts of the language�naturally in a perfect manner. The statements as posed by Makigi are not�quite the same as your explanation of using the present simple versus the present progressive in common use. �As a teacher and a consultant you should�have noticed that. Cheers, Peter.

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