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Just joined so I'm introducing myself.

I 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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Joyhill
30th Jun 2018 17:32:06
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Hi I joined a few weeks ago, now on my own after a very traumatic few month. I love craft work mostly patchwork, embroidery and bobbin lace. Love to travel to see new place, love looking round of old houses and gardens. Hope to make some new friends, I live in Somerset.
Mousie
30th Jun 2018 17:13:57
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Hello
Just joined. I'm 67 and live in S.Wales. I am looking forward to some good discussions and having a look around it seems I've come to the right place.
Craftingchatter
28th Jun 2018 15:26:04 (Last activity: 29th Jun 2018 04:29:05)
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HI I just joined from Canada, I am a widow, 58 and love crafts. Looking to make some chat friends.
Response from jeanmark made on 28th Jun 2018 19:27:22
Hi Craftingchatter, welcome to the site. What kinds of crafts do you like?
Response from Craftingchatter made on 29th Jun 2018 04:29:05
HI Jean, I enjoy reading, traveling, creating art figures.. dolls and trolls, even a steampunk crow. LOL I also have done ceramics, attempted glass blowing, making glass beads. I currently do stained glass small pieces. I don't have a large workshop so make like glass snowflakes and crazy birds, etc. and have just recently started acrylic painting. Are you a crafter Jean.. and what do you do?
Ebella
26th Jun 2018 04:28:38
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Hello, I’ve just joined. I would love to make some new friends, would be nice to have someone to chat with.
violetrose56
25th Jun 2018 13:34:47
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I have just joined spend most of my time alone and just moved to a new area, its a long story basically a man treated me badly, I know, no one, I live in fife, I would love to make some new friends, I like walking Castles, the countryside, gardening, animals, picnics going out and socializing but no one to go with. anyone want to chat I am here
unclesam01
24th Jun 2018 04:28:02
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Hi,
Just joined. Any adventure traveler here?
JaniceA97
20th Jun 2018 12:05:20
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Still hoping someone from southwest England will contact me.would like to make friends with view to taking holidays,nothing adventurous or expensive,just beach,easy going getaways.Am now on my own,bereaved 10 months ago am age 64.I live in somerset.
MGPeter
18th Jun 2018 15:07:04
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Hello, Just joined anyone from Derbyshire?
Lors
17th Jun 2018 22:31:38
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Hi All, new on here living in Gr Manchester. Looking forward to getting involved. Love a good discussion.
Trixie
17th Jun 2018 06:55:37
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Also just saying hello. I am joining from Kent.
lilian1934
14th Jun 2018 13:30:40
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Hello I am 84 widowed Imobile not very good with my walking.. But like to have a chat and enjoy doing crosswords.
Trilby
7th Jun 2018 18:03:05
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New here....I'm 70, retired and live in the US. Most of my friends have moved away or passed away, no family to speak of. I'm kind of isolated. Looking for interesting conversation with others from my generation. No pets, but until last year I was owned by many cats. I've worked with ferals and leash-trained cats, studied feline behavior. Cats are my favorite but I love all animals. I also do modular as well as money Origami. Like old movies and radio programs, mostly comedies. I try to stay positive but it isn't always easy.
SandiT
2nd Jun 2018 02:14:23
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Hi....I'm 67 years young, work part-time as I never got that retirement thing right, but miss chatting with people and making new friends. I have a very full life with my children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, but have always been outgoing and am searching for good conversation with fun-loving people. I have a good sense of humor, and just about nothing in this world surprises me anymore.
If you would like to chat, I'd love to chat with you.
Bathsheba
1st Jun 2018 15:00:27
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Hi I’m 59 years old and recently widowed. I don’t work as I left my job to look after my partner even though I have arthritis and suffer with mobility problems myself. I don’t drive and I can’t use public transport so I have to rely on taxis. Friends and family helped at first but of course they have lives of their own. I feel pretty isolated and would love to make new friends.
Connorjones
19th May 2018 18:32:25 (Last activity: 29th May 2018 05:14:12)
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Hi I'm 67 retired and owner of a senior dog ! Hope to start up some friendships and chat
Response from CaroleAH made on 19th May 2018 22:47:29
Hi Connor,
Welcome to Silversurfers. There are lots of topics which might interest you and Speakers Corner is usually busy! How old is your 'senior' dog? Hopefully not too old to take you out for walks 🙂 in my experience (limited in as much as I don't own a dog but often look after my daughter's Parson's Jack Russell) dog walkers are a friendly bunch and usually willing to strike up a conversation. Hope you enjoy the site!
Response from Nickita made on 29th May 2018 05:14:12
Keep it up Mr Jones...I'm sure your home is incredible. The English countryside is legendary...Keep at it, jump in with both feet. For me, I've lived to long to be shy....Nickita..lol
Carrielovejoy
19th May 2018 22:38:33 (Last activity: 29th May 2018 05:11:28)
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Hello, I've just joined not sure what to do. I'm 62 widowed and feeling a bit isolated due to a recent move,I work full time so haven't got much time to socialize. I could do with some new friends.
Response from SilverBlue made on 20th May 2018 17:06:25
Welcome to Silversurfers Carrielovejoy, just join in where ever you find a topic of interest. Good luck with your move I hope you feel settled soon, always difficult moving to a new home.
Response from Nickita made on 29th May 2018 05:11:28
Hang in Carrie, it takes a bit to get started, just get your feet wet..Nickita
MargaretS67
26th May 2018 09:04:43 (Last activity: 29th May 2018 05:09:50)
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Hi I am Maggs late 70s but young at heart. Lost my husband 18 months ago. Have an elderly chocolate lab and dont drive

I have 3 daughters 6 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

I havent ventured on a holiday on my own yet.

I am a fan of Joe McElderry and travel by train to many of his gigs which are great fun..

I would love to chat and hopefully meet others from south cambridgeshire area for friendship and outings.
Response from Nickita made on 29th May 2018 05:09:50
I became a widow at 37, I empathize with you, dear lady..Chat sites are great ways to reconnect. Nickita
Mark0
21st May 2018 00:30:18 (Last activity: 29th May 2018 05:03:24)
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New to this site, I'm 52 next month had the first over 50s letter/plan though last week, so decided it probably a good time join one of these sites.

Live in the north west of England/Liverpool.

Please message me.

I'm s good laugh, quite active/married with a couple of teenage kids.

How does this site work
Response from Nickita made on 29th May 2018 05:03:24
hi Marko, new as well, love chatting with my peers from around the globe..Nickita
OldMeg
25th May 2018 07:04:21 (Last activity: 25th May 2018 07:34:30)
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New to this site. Can’t see all the topics under discussion yet? Is there a list somewhere? Is this an active Site?
Response from Silversurfer's Editor made on 25th May 2018 07:34:30
Hello OldMeg ... did you see our Community Guide? - : https://www.silversurfers.com/community/ We designed these to try and help our members navigate our Forum and Chat sections. I hope this helps you find your way around 🙂
Bria
18th May 2018 22:11:33
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Hi,
I would be interested in hearing from Males/Females in the Cumbria area and Lancashire .
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