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I'm young in heart, mind and soul. I love all kinds of music. I like to read, go out and about with friends. I'm a widow. I am open to try day trips walks by the sea. I'm a glass half full person. I don't smoke. I have a loving family with whom I keep in touch on a regular basis but don't live nearby. -
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17th Dec 2023Flower41 commented on:
Lonely and vulnerable and looking to chatHi 'not so sillyoldman' Just thought I'd check in with you again. You say you are not painting anymore. That's sad ... What sort of things do you like to paint? Such a great gift I hope you will or have reconsidered. It's that time of the year again. I swear it comes around faster each yeara bit like our birthdays. Where about are you. I hope your weather is as Clement as mine this morning. No fog or frost, not even rain. Such a treat from last week. Best wishes. I send you a Christmas hugViewDate:
17th Dec 2023Flower41 commented on:
Anybody out there finding themselves on their ownHi Doxiemom, Sounds like you keep busy with school runs etc. My grandchildren are mostly able to either drive themselves to 6th form now. Only one needing taking and picking up. I don't live close anymore. Had the two youngest over last Saturday, it was a great treat. Are you all set for Christmas? I swear it comes around faster each year. Hope you have a great time .ViewDate:
17th Dec 2023Flower41 commented on:
Anybody out there finding themselves on their ownHi Dave, how are you? Would you like to share a bit about yourself.?ViewDate:
3rd Jun 2023Flower41 commented on:
Anybody out there finding themselves on their ownHi Jackie, First off I'm no gardener. I buy plants as they come in season and pit them up. I have been known to grow tomatoes and french string beans that I share with my friends. Being in any of Arden where the birds are singing and the flowers are doing their bit to add colour makes me feel good in myself. I was in education and still keep in touch with a select group of colleagues. I moved after my husband passed away and made a complete new life for myself. My grown up children live a good few hours drive away from me but we keep in touch and up to date with who is doing what with the grand children. Being retired gives you a wide range of scope. I joined a sewing group. I tried online dating a few years after losing my spouse. Not ideal. I tried the volunteer in a charity shop but gave it up when I came home one day to find I had flea bites on my legs. . I drive which is important to me and where I now live. It gives me that extra freedom to go and see family and or old pals or just a day out at the coast. I have made some lovely new friends and wish you every happiness Jackie. Always up for a chat if you're wanting to get in touch. Take care xViewDate:
18th Mar 2023Flower41 commented on:
Anybody out there finding themselves on their ownHi Oom, I suppose for some, finding themselves on their own doesn't bother them. For me I think initially I was thrown into practical mode and finding my direction over time became a natural process. I still miss my partner. I lead a fairly full life. I love being retired and being able to do what I want when I want with no work commitments. I love seeing my kids and my grand kids and those times are so very special to me. Life alone however goes on. I'm happy when I wake up I am able to get up and go. Many people can't. I love company and going out. Having someone say good morning, how are you!! I'm not an island. I don't wish to be an island. I'm glad you are content Oom and wish you happy. Flower 41ViewDate:
18th Mar 2023Flower41 commented on:
Anybody out there finding themselves on their ownHi There Northern bliss, Your post made me smile. You are so right, some folk really do see us widows as needy and incapable of picking up the threads of our lives, not to mention clinging o to their menfolk. I have always been independent and worked taken art in bill paying and money management throughout my married and single life. I can change a light bulb and fix a plug. Sometimes though I do feel lonely and miss that human contact of a hug or to share a meal and swap ideas etc. Then I think what the hell, you are able to get out and about and do what you want to do so shake yourself down. Head up chest out and away you go. I love to see my kids and grand kids of course I do and those times are very special. Like you I enjoy having someone to share thoughts with. I would love to have someone to share a holiday with or just be in contact with. I live in the U.K hope we can chat. Take care. Flower 41ViewDate:
18th Mar 2023Flower41 commented on:
Anybody out there finding themselves on their ownHi Pallasathena, You are right, baby steps. The old saying 'Time is a wonderful healer' is so true when we lose a much loved partner. I now live in Norfolk. I moved after I lost my hubby to cancer ten years ago. My children were grown up with families of their own and I had recently retired. I made a new life and happily some lovely friends. I still keep in touch with old pals and am in contact with my children of course but I am still on my own. I still feel a bit lonely at times but I keep busy and it's nice to chat to someone like yourself who knows exactly what it is to come home to an empty house. I so hope you enjoy your move and meet some lovely people. Hope we can chat. Take care Flower 41 .ViewDate:
18th Mar 2023Flower41 commented on:
Anybody out there finding themselves on their ownHi, It is hard and like you I sometimes find it's harder to push my get up and go.... I hope you will enjoy your retirement when it comes around. I found time to do all the things I wanted to do but couldn't because of work commitments. When I'm feeling a bit sorry for myself I give myself a talking to and tell myself to look around and see how lucky I am when there are others who find it difficult just to dress themselves. That usually puts me in a better and less poor me mood. Spring is here and the garden although looking very sad for itself will soon be back on track as the birds are starting to pair off and chatter. Time for me to starts planning some planting. First though a cup of coffee and a chat with you Miss Jackiel. Have a good positive day. Best wishes Flower41ViewDate:
3rd Mar 2023Flower41 commented on:
Lonely and vulnerable and looking to chatHi, There, I wil be happy to chat with you... I hope you are still doing your art work despite folk not wanting to buy. I guess a lot of people are looking to make their money stretch to meet everyday utilities and food prices, which as I'm sure you will agree are horrendously overpriced at the moment. Take care and keep painting. Flower 41ViewDate:
13th Oct 2021Flower41 commented on:
Day tripsHi, Thanks for your encouraging words and advice Purple Hat. I will look into booking something after Christmas.ViewDate:
13th Oct 2021Flower41 commented on:
Day tripsHi, Thanks for your input re day trips and coach hols. I will really consider looking into booking something for after Christmas. Single supplement accommodation sounds a little unattractive but hey how providing it's clean as you say you only sleep in it. Thanks again. I'll be sure to let you know how it goes.ViewDate:
10th Sep 2021Flower41 commented on:
MaturityHahaLife speeds by. Someone stole my day I hear my inner voice whisper. Today as you say Gattus is the day I will do that, that I have put off for some inane reason. The sun shines in my heart despite my winter years. I've had a great spring, a wonderful summer an entertaining Autumn and now at last I'm having a great winter. I say tongue in cheek, 'Sod the aches and pains of age' 'this is my time to catch up and fill in any gaps that I have somehow missed or dismissed in my former years. Today I hit the rollercoaster and I'm speeding. WhooohooViewDate:
10th Sep 2021Flower41 commented on:
MOVING HOME ALONE ......AND TO A NEW PART OF THE COUNTRYHi Andrew, I am so sorry I have not replied to you before now but to be honest I have tried. I couldn't fathom how to get in touch with you on S/Surfers as I couldn't find which thing I should actually click on. Today I conquered that. It is a bit daunting chatting to a complete stranger on line. I guess we have to be sensible. As the saying goes, when in doubt, Don't do it. Heyho tell me the types of places you like to visit. Do you like warm climes or aren't too bothered. Historical places or ultra popular places? I've stopped going on roundabouts and the big dippers these days. Hope you are well. Take care Flower 41aViewDate:
10th Aug 2021Flower41 commented on:
MOVING HOME ALONE ......AND TO A NEW PART OF THE COUNTRYHi Andrew, I see you are on your own like me. It's very strange when you suddenly find yourself a single person after having been one of a pair. It took me some time to get used to being on my own. Now some 8years on I think I have finally cracked the situation. One thing that can difficult is holidays! Although I have made some really great friends they are all still two of a pair. I'm very fortunate my family invite me to join them. I'm recently back from a trip to Devon to see other members of my family. I went with one of my son's and his family. However I like to go away without family, finding someone to go with is really hard and going alone doesn't really appeal. I hope you are finding your way and are going to continue to do things that will make your life full and fun. We are of a similar age Andrew and hopefully we still have a lot to give and a whole lot to live. Yes I still believe chipping humans at birth would prevent fraud activity and confusion as to a person's country of origin making then very easy to trace. I hope to see your contributions in Silver Surfers often . Take care . Best wishes Flower 41aViewDate:
21st May 2020Flower41 commented on:
MOVING HOME ALONE ......AND TO A NEW PART OF THE COUNTRYHi, After I lost my hubby I decided to sell up and move with my young cat from Bedfordshire to Norfolk. This meant having a one and half hours drive to see one son+ his family and a three + hours drive to see my other son + his family. However I soon made friends and I am really content and happy. The lock down has obviously affected travelling to see my family and them coming to see me but we keep in touch through social media and phone calls. Not the same as having a physical hug but I don't feel abandoned. Being able to sew, read and chat/text/use messenger etc keeps me up to date with things. I'm glad I took the step to move on from my old home. I am fortunate that I do drive. With hubby no longer with me it was for me the ideal move. I've been on my own for seven years now and don't regret moving to a new place.ViewDate:
20th May 2020Flower41 commented on:
Lonely and vulnerable and looking to chatHi KiaraR. I'm so saddened to learn you are so alone. If lived closer I would certainly pop over and say hello and make sure you have a friendly face and someone to share a few words with. Do you not have anyone in the care sector or services that checks up on you? Maybe if you are able you could say hello to your neighbours and let them see you are up for a chat. Best wishes KiaraR from Flower 41ViewDate:
20th May 2020Flower41 commented on:
Are you happy to remain opted-in for organ donation?I opted in back in the 80's and still have my cardViewDate:
21st Dec 2018Flower41 commented on:
Would you travel alone with grandchildren?Taking a grandchild/grandchildren on holiday by myself was a wonderful experience. I took two of my granddaughter's to Majorca by myself. The oldest was about 6 and the youngest just turned 3. We had a great time. I was in my 60's. We swam, played crazy golf went for walks ate in the hotel and out for dinner in the evenings. We had siestas late afternoon, neither had flown before and I treated them as I had my own children whenever we went abroad. Hats sun cream and a watchful eye. A great bonding experience.ViewDate:
2nd Aug 2017Flower41 commented on:
Would you opt to be microchipped?I have have thought microchipping for humans would be a great thing. It would do away with the need of hard copy passports, National Insurance cards, driving licences and birth certificates etc. Less opportunity to have our identities stolen. -
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