Yet another new arrival
Watch this postJust joined and not really sure what I`m hoping to get from this, so here goes....... I`m a 67 year old female living in South Wales. Retired now and filling my time with going to the gym, teaching myself spanish and some voluntary stuff.
Was doing quite a bit of solo travelling but, since Covid, have found it hard to get "back out there". The idea of being in close proximity with the great multitudes is sort of doing my head in. I was hoping the virus had gone away but three of my friends have had it in recent months. I seem to have turned into a complete wimp!
Anyway. looking forward to saying hi to any friendly souls out there. And joining in some heated debates?
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I joined a while ago but never posted as I found it a bit tricky so giving it another go now
Have just joined the site and I'm finding it a little confusing. I'm across the water from you in Exmoor - I'll wave so look out for me 🙂
Just wondered how you're finding it. Did you get many responses to your message?
I'm 62, retired 4 years ago and went travelling. Now settled in a village where I don't know a soul but I'm volunteering for a couple of charities - Re-engage and Abbeyfield - who support older people in the community less active and able. I love walking but my husband is less active than me so I'm hoping to join a ramblers group too.
Would be good to hear your experience with Silversurfers so far?
Mary
I haven`t had much out of this site but, as with so many things in life, I think you get out what you put in and I haven`t made that much effort to interact.
There are a lot of people on here looking for a travel companion, but, to be honest, I`d far rather travel alone than be stuck with someone with whom I may or may not get on..
I`m sure you`ll make plenty of new friends through your charity work and rambling club (if you find one)
I fear that the various lockdowns during Covid have turned me into Mrs Misanthrope!
Hey ho......
Your idea of solo travelling is a lot braver than mine! My trips as a singleton have been a little more luxurious! Have you always travelled alone? I think it may be easier for men rather than women, or is that just a cop out?
I've just joined the site but really interested to hear more about your travels in South and East Africa. I know Uganda well - have been visiting for over 10 years and have a small family project close to Fort Portal. What other East African countries have you visited and where would you recommend? I'm thinking of travelling on land from Kampala to Nairobi then taking a flight to Zanibar where I've heard the beaches are beautiful.
Have you been a member of this site long?
Mary