Just joined so I'm introducing myself.
Watch this postI will be 67 next month and retired from the many different jobs in my working life. I guess that I didn’t ever find my calling. I went to university at age 59 but when it was over it was too late to launch a new career. I wanted to lecture but students don’t want to listen to old fogies, so sadly I put aside that idea and settled into life as an eccentric dog owner.
I live in a beautiful Lancashire valley surrounded by hills that demand they be walked/climbed, how could I refuse?
I would like to do a bit of cycle touring but a recent diagnosis of spondylosis and some hip pain means that I may not be doing a world tour anytime soon!
I’m keen to make some friends as I have been on my own for a very long time now, my daughters don’t bother much with me and I don’t have a partner.I didn’t expect to be so isolated at this time in my life, isn’t it strange the way family and friends seem to forget us when we get past 60?
I will pop in regularly and hope to strike up some friendships.
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If you are from Devon or Cornwall and wish to get in touch , then please do. But I am open to making friends from anywhere.
Relocating to another part of the country is tricky....Have experienced that often enough. Hopefully you'll find some local friends on here. I'm located in leafy Surrey, so if you're ever up this way, please look me up.
All the best.
Beauty
Love your nickname, although if you aim to be a 'rolling stone' you may not gather so much moss..
You're a relative 'youngster'....just think positive and that life begins @ 65...(the new 40...as some say - state of mind)
Don't have children, but friends tell me that you don't always get the ones you deserve. I'm a way away from you in leafy Surrey, so can't invite you round for a cuppa Taylor's Yorkshire Gold... If you're up for a private chat, then delighted to hear from you. If not, all the best on here and if you're ever down south would be great to make contact.
Beauty
Welcome to all of us.... If you're looking for friends close by to do things with, it's always useful to indicate an approximate location....If you're looking for friends to chat with, just reply to any chat topic that interests you.
All the best on here...
Beauty
Slowly working my way around this site........
I’m also new here but finding the people I’ve spoken to very friendly and welcoming. Hope lyou find that too.
I love Soreen spread with butter. Another way of saying maltloaf.
It would be great to make new friends , and even one day find travel companions.
The thicker the butter the better
Welcome to .....all of us....Best of luck with your 'navigation'
Kind regards
I’m also new on here but the people I’ve spoken to have been very warm, and friendly. Hope you enjoy the site and make lots of new friends.
Retired a few years ago and have lived alone for a number of years. I have two daughters' three grandsons and one granddaughter all in their teens and twenties. Originally born in London and having lived all over the country I now live in Northamptonshire. I enjoy a variety of artistic pursuits , belong to an Art Society, art group and gardening group with volunteering in between. Although i keep myself busy I still feel very alone especially weekends when friends and family are involved naturally with their families. I lost my twin Brother 25 years ago , a loss which I still feel. I'm hoping to make friends and am looking forward to being a member of this forum. Sorry if I've gone on a bit !!
Welcome....to all of us. Brrr....sorry to hear that your weather in NY is chilly....here in SE England (nr Heathrow), it's relatively mild, expect we'll pay for it later.... Hope you get loads of ems wanting to chat.
Kind regards 'Beauty'
Thank you so much for your response. Yes it's very cold here and in fact they expect a few inches of snow tomorrow. I hope it's not going to be an extreme winter. Slips and falls are such a worry for older people like myself.
Great to hear from you....please take care in cold conditions (I know you don't need me to say this). Here in south of England, we're very spoiled, still have Autumn leaves on trees in most beautiful colours and some sun, although forecast to be chilly next week. Have sent a private chat email, but this site is not easy to navigate.
All the best & take care (again)
I am also new to Silversurfers but enjoying it so far. Met some very friendly people here.
I was in New York for the Millennium. Loved it! Watched the ball drop in Times Square.and visited Ellis Island amongst other places. Have visited 25 States of the USA.
Really hope i can become friends with a nice lady and just talk about whatever. comes to mind. It is nice to have someone you can rely on to be there for you. I’m here for anyone interested. Thank you.
I'm new too, but nearly gave up after trying to make sense of the navigation of the site. Glad I persevered though.
Best wishes,
Wendy
Hope your time on here is going well. All the best. X
I am also new on here and having read your reponses from others, I'm pleased to find other people don't always find this site easy to navigate. It's really nice to have someone to chat to and discuss things with. Hope to get to know people better as things move along.
Hope you find whatever it is you are looking for.
I am a Northerner and remember how beautiful the Lancashire moors are. Loved the area around Ribchester.
I have also been on my own for a long time. 25 years is a long time. I was widowed when quite young.
Family isn’t always as ‘cosy’ as the media would have us believe..
I am an ex-Deputy Headteacher and have had many surprising insights into ‘family life’ over the years. Have often been relieved I didn't have children although I had a superb relationship with my own mother and miss her in my life.
Look forward to hearing from you sometime.
Carol
I am a newbie, and have been a member for a year, and thought it time to introduce myself. I have been observing from the sidelines, and have found a vibrant community here. I would now like to become involved.
My name is Allan, I am amicably divorced, with several Great Grandchildren. My interests include keeping tropical fish, "collecting" precious metals, pets, internet, and current affairs.I am ex-military.
I live in Abergavenny, Wales, and am originally from Southend, in Essex.
I would welcome contact from guys and gals with similar interests.
Allan
I have also been on my own for a long time. 25 years is a long time. I was widowed when quite young.
Family isn’t always as ‘cosy’ as the media would have us believe..
I am an ex Deputy Headteacher and have had many surprising insights into ‘family life’. Have often been relieved I didn't have children although I had a superb relationship with my own mother anmiss her in my life.
Look forward to hearing from you sometime.
Carol
He was diagnosed aged 50 so very young. I’m very bored and get very lonely at home, he now has asphasia too so not a lot of conversation!
I have got good friends & two amazing daughters, but there’s so much I can’t discuss with them. Most of all I miss my job, I miss fun & laughter with my hubby, I really miss our lifestyle too. So I’ve joined here as a start to changing my life, and stop feeling sorry for myself.
Thanks for reading
Suz x
I am a 60 year old woman who lives in the Glasgow area..
I love movies, music, cafe culture, travel, city breaks, crafts, good chat and laughter.
Looking for friends to while away some happy times and create new memories - I enjoy the company and wit of both men and women.
Life is for living - so let's create some opportunities to get out there...
Kindest regards
FC
Hope life in Glasgow is being kind to you... too far away to be a 'pal', but if you're ever down this way, would be great to hear from you.
All the best
Welcome to the site & hope you get loads of replies. I'm not too far away from you, GU21, so great to hear from you.
If not, all the best on here....