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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In the same boat I am 80 just lost (stupid word) my Lady J same time frame, also live in Kernow (Rame)
For 25 years we traveled in our motor home Europe all mostly Museums for the art I can only imagine travel alone as an oldie.has its problems
In 1960 something I hitch hiked back from Australia took me nearly 2 years, but I was
only about 27,learned a lot about life, which helped when Lady j and I bought a Motor home and went to Norway for 5 months. I have a bit of experance of travel, give me a bell if you want to know.
PS i don't yet know how this site works for replies
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Have traveled more than most..took my Lady J to India trolly packing(rather than backpacking )we were 75 , stayed in the cheapest hotels (5 to 7 pounds) were treated by everyone as Elders ,most magic time but I think a partner, as then there is no worry
Indians revere older people, unlike Europe but ladies travelling alone does not fit into their culture.
We went for 3 months BUT if you wish to go far budget for air travel(not too dear) as the trains will be a bit of a shock.
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80 end of month, not doing too well at the moment My Lady Jenny died xmas long story but spent last 30 years in Motor home travelling Europe every half year..never more than 3 feet apart, Trouble being old and fit all friends seem to need zimmers, any resonance out there..At least I haven't sold the Hymer yet
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I am in my 70's but still think and feel like I'm in my 30's.. I am an engineer still working part time and enjoy most sociable activities (not football). Most of my friends and contemporaries have either died or gone ga ga When I am not busy life can be a bit lonely and would appreciate contact with others in the same boat.
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I've recently joined but haven't got a clue how this site works - I've had a couple of busy weeks since then and haven't been back to work it out .. I'm sure I'll get there though!
I hope you find lots of new friends through this site .. reading through the posts on here, everyone seems really friendly. Good luck!
Just joined up as it seems a nice friendly informative forum.
A little about me. I’m 62 and soon to semi retire from my admin role and to relocate to the Hamble Valley. Very excited as will be closer to family but hoping to build a new life.
I’ve just joined, not sure of what I’m doing yet so please bear with me.
Lovely to meet you, might see you on the forums sometime, still finding my way around....
The "thumbs down" means that someone doesn't like what you have written or doesn't agree with your point of view - I have given you a "thumbs up" to cancel out whoever has been so nasty! 🙂 How could anyone take exception to the two sentences you have posted above? Welcome to the site from me and, I'm sure, lots of other Silversurfers who want to make friends with people from all over the world and have a chat and exchange ideas.
Carole
I am 87 years old. I am in excellent health, take no meds. I know about hip problems though. I have had both replaced and it worked out great for me.
Rather than run on to much, I will just say howdy and hope the best for you.
I work full time, like to stay active and am interested in most things except sport. Travel is my first love though and if I could, I'd be off round the world like a shot.
I would also like to make new friends. I figure there must be a lot of people out there, especially other women who also want to live the best life they can and would like more friendships.
I'm really hoping to find some other kindred spirits amongst the silver surfers.
I live not far from the beaches at Bournemouth. Life might sound good for me but it's really not my partner died very unexpectedly just a few days before Christmas 2017 so I'm trying to make a fresh new start.You asked what my job is? I'm an admin worker in Bournemouth.
I too am keen to do lots of city breaks. Sadly my partner developed mobility problems a few years back so we were not able to roam around and explore places. I have been to Rome though - I really enjoyed it and I'm sure you will too. I hope you have an amazing time!
Abbiegirl.
Thanks so much replying .. hopefully get to chat soon!
I have just joined. At 67 I find myself alone, as many of us seem to, partner gone and kids have left home. I keep busy, I still run my own business for a few days a week, volunteer for Macmillan, and dance Ceroc one evening a week. It is difficult when your friends are in pairs, and I do find doing things on my own somewhat isolating. Weekends, a time I used to treasure when younger can be a disappointment. I am hoping to make some friends amongst the silver surfers. I enjoy visiting National Trust houses, taking in a play, going to live music events, travelling anywhere warm and comfortable, in fact I am up for most things except cycling and running marathons ( body just not up to it anymore). I live in South Oxfordshire a beautiful part of the world, and enjoy walking along the Thames.
Hope to have a chat sometime soon
Abbiegirl.