Silversurfers Forum: “How To” Guide

This is a quick guide on how to use the Silversurfers forums for you to raise any issues of interest that you would like to discuss with fellow friends and members of Silversurfers.

Joining the Community

While you can read any of the content on Silversurfers Forum without membership, you will need to become a member of the Silversurfers Community to add topics of discussion and post comments on other topics.

Finding the content that interests you!

There are a wealth of topics in the Silversurfers forum for you to interact with – so we thought it best to make finding the topics that interest you, as simple as possible. Silversurfers forum offers a number of navigation elements to assist you on your journey:

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The navigation panel, illustrated above, can be found near the top of all Silversurfers forum pages.

A The search box

The search box is always a good place to start looking for content – especially if you have a particular interest you are looking for. You can enter a single word or short sentence – hit enter, or click the magnifying glass – and we’ll return forum categories and topics that best match your search term – ordered by relevance.

B The Category Menu

A click in this box will drop down our forum category tree. Simply click the category that interests you, and we’ll show you all the topics (or sub categories) that belong to it. This is a great way to find a general category that you are interested in, and see all the topics which have been attributed to it. If you want to start conversing with the community, but don’t have a specific topic you want to discuss – using the category menu is a great place to start.

C The Breadcrumb Trail

The Breadcrumb Trail, so called because it shows a route back to the start (a la Hansel & Gretel), is a good way to find content related to the content you are already looking at. Let’s say you are looking at a topic that one of our community members has added, and you want to contribute to a similar topic – have a look at the breadcrumb, and simply click the category that the topic belongs to – and you’re away!

D Add a Topic

So you’ve searched the forum, delved into relevant categories, but have not found the topic you were looking for? Don’t despair! Take ownership of your thoughts and add your own topic using this handy little button! Give it a click and you’ll be presented with a simple form which you can add a topic title, topic description, and choose the category that you think this topic should be added to. Once you save this, one of our moderators will make sure all’s to order, and make it visible to the community. You must be logged in to see this feature.

Interacting with the Community

That’s what forums are for, after all. To interact with the community you need to be a logged in and registered Silversurfers member. It’s totally free, and very easy to get started. Details of this are at the top of this page.

Make your voice heard with comments!

You can add a comment to any topic in the forum. This can be as a reply to another users comment, or a totally new comment. To add a new comment, simply add your comment to the box at the top: “Please write your comments here…”, and the click the “Add your Comment” button.

To reply, simply click on the “Reply” button shown beneath all existing comments. When you reply to someone’s comment, your reply will be listed at the top of the comments, with a quote of the comment (and member) you replied to listed in a grey box above your comment.

Comments are always from newest to oldest, keeping the conversation fresh and up to date, without having to scroll through pages of comments to see the latest. However, we know when it comes to replies, it’s nice to be able to read the conversation from start to finish. If a comment is a reply to a reply (or beyond) we add a link to the grey quote box: “Show full conversation” which allows you to see the full conversation, from start to finish, without leaving the thread.

Thumb up, Thumbs down

If you are logged in, you can show that you agree or disagree with a comment by clicking either the green thumbs up button, or red thumbs down button.

Keep it clean, keep it friendly.

We want you to feel comfortable in the Silversurfers community forum, so please show respect for the other community members. That’s not to say we expect all members to agree on all topics, we are huge advocates of freedom of speech and opinion, but not to bullying or abuse. We have moderators constantly monitoring comments to ensure the forum remains a welcoming place – but naturally, sometimes a rogue comment will slip the net. It is for this reason that we provide you with the opportunity to “Flag as Inappropriate” any comment that you deem aggressive, abusive, or overtly offensive. When you click this link, it will highlight the comment to our moderation team, who will vet it for you.

Your finger on the pulse. Keeping up to date with notifications

We know it can be hard to keep track of all the topics you are involved with, which is why the Silversurfers forum comes with it’s own notifications system. When you are logged in, you will see a brick red notifications bar stuck to the bottom of you screen. Give this a click to see, near realtime, useful notifications – to get you right back into the chat.

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We will notifiy you whenever a community member leaves a reply to one of your comments, when leaves a comment on a topic you have become involved with, or when they comment on a topic you started. We will also notify you when a new topic becomes available – so be sure to keep an eye on that clever red bar!

The notifications bar is pretty straight forward to use. Click the bar to show the notifications. The number displayed is the amount of notifications you have, but have not clicked “View” for. Clicking view takes you through to the comment, or topic it is related to. If you want to remove any notifications, you can do this by clicking the “dismiss” button.

That’s all, folks!

We really hope you enjoy using the Silversurfers forum, and manage to make some lasting friendships with like minded people.

If you any queries, or have any suggestions on how you feel we can improve it for you, please do not hesitate to send an email to Sally at [email protected]

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Pattybakes
27th Sep 2020
0
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Hello everyone sunny chilly out
[deleted]
29th Mar 2020
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Hello ErnieTheUnwise and welcome to Silversurfers. A great way to get involved on our site is to take a look at Current Topics in our Forum and feel free to engage in anything that takes your interest.

We also have a very active Speakers Corner section where you may find something that interests you. https://www.silversurfers.com/speakers-corner/ and if you would like to join the discussion on the challenges of self-isolation then here’s where to go: https://www.silversurfers.com/silversurfers-forum/topic/daily-diaries-of-those-who-are-self-isolating-due-to-coronavirus/

I hope you enjoy being part of our community.
AbbeyRoad
28th Mar 2020
1
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First time on the forum. Self isolation is no problem for me as I have always found alone time rewarding. I can always find something to occupy myself or of interest and I live in a community setting, so not isolated. Thought I might see if anyone is feeling lost having their routine disrupted. The social butterflies must be finding the lifestyle something of an adjustment. Take care and try not to worry about loved ones. That is easier said than done...
JP56
4th Aug 2019
0
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Hi, this is my first time on this forum. I live in Charleston, SC surrounded by rivers and marshes and the beach. Geographically, it's one of the most beautiful places on earth, Today, even though we don't want to, we're listening to news about two mass shootings that happened over the weekend. There have been 251 this year. The political climate in our country is the most hateful and divisive it has been since the 1960s, maybe even worse. One of the things I do to escape in my mind is watch British TV shows on Netflix. I've watched Broadchurch, Father Brown, Luther, Happy Valley, Last Tango in Halifax, Midsomer Murders, River, and several others. Does anyone have recommendations for me?
MOBrien
17th Jul 2019
0
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Hi fellow Silver Surfers,

I just joined today so I'm new to this! I am retired, a widow and have two daughters married with their own families. I live on a little Scottish island but also spend part of my time in Germany where my daughter and family reside. I got an MA in History from the Open University as a mature student but I am a life-long learner. I am currently doing a Linguistics Course with Future Learn. I like to travel to interesting places, walking, swimming and I'm an avid reader.
JenniferH11
7th Jul 2019
0
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HI i've joined cos I live with two young men , gosh that sounds very risque but ones my son and the other is fostered. But they don't want to spend time with 'mum'! So while they're upstairs playing on computers or playstations or whatever, I'm downstairs ALWAYS on my own. Bored and fed up. Need someone to chat to!
hyperbod
22nd Jun 2019
0
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I registered with Silversurfers over a year ago, I can't remember why as I was in happy relationship so didn't feel the need to 'chat' or find friends. I think I was seduced by the opportunity to share pictures of art work, or the chance of 'offers'.
Anyway, I hadn't used the site for anything, but knew it was there because of the occasional Surfers email that drifted into the mail box to remind me.
Now, however, I find my self recently and suddenly bereaved...... dazed, lonely despite having friends nearby........... just lost.
I still retain a sense of humour, and the view that life is to be enjoyed. It will get better. Maybe this will lead to something .

The world was different when I chose my online nom da plume!
Marbus
5th Jun 2019
0
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Hi, I’m a newbie here, and not sure this is the forum for me. I don’t see my issue(s) on the topics.
It looks like this is kinda mostly G.B. rather than U.S. It looks like a lot of 2-3 months old or so messages. I can’t wait that long for answers to my issue(s) – I won’t specify details til I hear if maybe I’ve misunderstood.
Thanx,
Angiebrandon
26th Apr 2019
0
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Ok here goes..... just joined silversurfers. Live spain six months dorset six months. Love travel, cooking, walking. Would love to get to know more folk from Dorset where we have moved to from Cheshire.
Deanbright
11th Mar 2019
1
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Hi all
Dean Bright in the UK Peak District. Aged 72. Trained as a web designer when I retired, 5 years ago, but having so difficulty finding my way around this site. Think it’s because I don’t do Facebook and all that
kate7bzgmailcom
23rd Feb 2019
0
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Hi I am new. I don't know if this is where to advertise looking for a job, but here goes.. Are you having problems doing housework, shopping?. I can help you. I have 30 years experience. cleaning 4 star hotels. In 2012 started cleaning private houses. I am DBS checked. have liability insurance, references, and have my own transport.. If you feel that I can help you, please do not hesitate to contact me on here
Regards
Kate.
JaneL59
15th Feb 2019
0
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I'm new on here having started all over again. I seemed to have registered twice and ended up with two accounts. My name is Jane and I live in East of England. We moved to UK 16 years ago from SA. I would love to make friends on here to discuss all those never spoken about subjects. I'm 63.
Holly6749
27th Jan 2019
0
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New to the site... I live in California but travel about 1/2 the year to England and western Europe. Excited to return but would like either a travel companion or people to visit while traveling. Anyone interested in connecting?
HarryMcH
18th Jan 2019
0
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Hi am new to the site / I enjoy travel love history love travel i always combine the two the older the history the better I tend to backpack I think you see more of the culture and meet the real people.

The last place a backpacked was India I spent 2 months traveling amazing i will go back one day.
WendyG23
21st Jan 2019
0
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Hello I've just joined this group hope to meet some lovely people I'm a widower with 2 grown up children and lovely grandchildren
AngelaA1963
31st Dec 2018
1
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Happy New Year to unmet yet friends X
Gail94131
29th Nov 2018
2
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Hi, newby from California here. Not really sure what I'm doing but hoping to find some chat w new friends in new places nonetheless!
Maltloaf
25th Nov 2018
1
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Hi ,. Have just joined , living in South Lincolnshire. Am a grandma to two .
Love travelling by cruise,rail and road ....
Not into flying.
Looking forward to making new girl friends.
AudreyMorgan
9th Nov 2018
0
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Just joined from beautiful Perthshire, Scotland. Love to chat with adventurous friends who like travel. Love walking the hills and am looking for a lady interested in a cabin share for a 70 day S American CMV cruise leaving on 6 Jan 2019 from Bristol. Just back from Kilimanjaro and made the summit....chuffed. Ready for some sun in the New Year.
Vicki7
2nd Oct 2018
0
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Hello, I have just joined. I live in Scotland on the beautiful but often cold the east coast. Anyone from around that area?
EvanaC
23rd Sep 2018
0
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Looking forward to being a member.
EvanaC
23rd Sep 2018
0
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Anyone from the United States?
Hamsterchic
23rd Jun 2018
0
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Its been a beautiful sunrise and the weather looks set fair for the next week or more. Remember to water your plants people.
I've done my orchids indoors this morning . I'm trying to grow some cut and come again lettuce have had to start over a bit cause the reached squirrels dug up the soil in the pot just as they were getting started. But I got some fine mesh and have wrapped it around the pot so hopefully that will keep the little blighters off.
Recently I made the effort to plant 3 packs of bedding I got from the market into a little patch of ground near my garage. I live in a flat so don't have a garden but the estate management gardeners don't seem to mind my efforts.. The bulbs I planted last year came up prettily and I hope everyone locally enjoyed them. I took several lots indoors for my pleasure.
I cut two rose stems the other day and they are on my windowsill as I'm typing this. Along with an orchid stem I cut off. I got some vanilla pods in a glass tube I kept and put the orchid stem in that within a vase I filled with water retaining crystals and some green dye powder. The orchids on the stem are white with burgundy splodges and look pretty. Its not unusual to have a stem of flowers last a month or more so you can't say you don't get your money's worth.. Orchids don't require the attention a lot of people think they do., watering ever 7-10 days is fine and a little feed. a pot of that will last you 'forever'.
Have a lovely weekend everyone and enjoy the summer sun,. But wear high factor sun screen and a hat if you need one and be aware of the necessity to drink some water. Get out there and get some Vitamin D whilst you can for free.
Kevinc123
19th Mar 2018
-1
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Hi,
New to this so please be patient, would like to chat with anyone from the Manchester area but if not anyone.
I would like anyone's opinion on something that happened to me at the weekend.
I was shopping in Ashton u Lyne and saw a rough sleeper who looked freezing so I gave him a pound, next thing a women grabbed me by the shoulder shouting,
You shouldn't do that he could use that money for drugs. To which I replied do you know him if not how do you know if he's going to use it for food ? Anyway she started effing and jeffing so I walked off. My question is was I right to give the young lad the money and was it anything to do with her anyway ?
JeanM13
18th Jun 2018
1
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I think you have to go with what feels right to you. Yes he may use drugs but he may not and could have bought something to eat.I give a donation to the Salvation Army
twice a year as they run food kitchens for rough sleepers.
Beachbum1144
26th Aug 2018
0
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I think it was very kind of you. I want us to make the world safe again to be a caring human being.
LyndaJ29
15th Oct 2018
1
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Hi Kevin I am also new to this chat and yours is one of the first chats I have read.
I think it is your choice to do as you please and it is nobody else’s business.
The world is full of people interfering in other people’s lives but if you follow your heart and do what feels right for you, you cannot be wrong.
How could caring about a fellow human being ever be wrong?
I do hope it didn’t upset you.
All the best
Lynda
craken18
1st Feb 2018
0
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Is there anyone in the Wiltshire area that would like to chat?
roberto64
12th Jan 2018
0
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hi im new to this site id like to chat to senior ladies in Glasgow area
MargaretM76
6th Jan 2018
0
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Hello I am new to this forum and would like to chat with people in the Hampshire area.
JudithC43
4th Jan 2018
0
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Hello I am new today and would like to talk to people in the west Norfolk/ Lincolnshire area. I am particularly interested to talk to EU citizens who have lived here a long time. I am Dutch and lived in the UK 45 years. Recently I have come a little unstuck how I feel about this country.
Rozza
18th Oct 2017
1
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How can I look at the members and their profiles
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If you click on a members Username in blue that should take you to their profile 🙂
BrendaM66
14th Sep 2017
0
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Hi, I'm new today and would like to correspond and/or meet up with anyone in the Steyning area of West Sussex.
PeggyW3
11th Sep 2017
0
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New to this his site. My first time. Like to meet people.
britishtea
2nd Nov 2017
0
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I am from the states. Nice to meet u
jacquimarshall
24th Aug 2017
0
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Looks fun thanks for setting this up - Home from Hospital coordinator Worthing
RainForest62
22nd Aug 2017
0
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Hello. I'm new to the club. I live in Suffolk . Female, 55 years old.
snooks
20th Aug 2017
0
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Hi. I have just joined silver surfers which is a huge step for me as I am a total technophobe! would like to make contact with people who live in the East Midlands.
DavidV6
18th Sep 2017
0
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Welcome. I live in Northampton
David
Lyndaw
7th Aug 2017
0
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Hi

I joined Silversurfers some time ago but never bothered to get to grips with the site. I am now trying to rectify the matter, therefore I'm classifying myself as a new silver surfer.
SylviaA3
15th Jul 2017
0
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Hi I am new here. Live in Cheshire and would like to make new friends.
silverosy
6th Jul 2017
0
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Hi I am new to this site ---live just north of Aberdeen Scotland , Originally from N Wales . Have recently had a big operation but am recovering really well .
Islay
24th Feb 2018
0
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Hello,
Just read your post ( very difficult to use ! Anyway what struck me we have something in common,I am Welsh ,brought up in Carmarthen ( welsh speaking ) and I now live in Edinburgh.
I hope you are fully recovered from your operation and able to enjoy life
Regards
Heather
CadWestCoaster
28th Apr 2017
0
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I am from one of the Gulf Islands off of Vancouver Island. Looking for a cruise companion to share cost as I would love to travel on Oceania. Looking currently at a 20 day trip in 2018 Rome to Venice,
Joanpattullo
17th Mar 2017
0
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Hi, just joined silversurfers. Originally from Glasgow, Scotland but live now in Southern California....also found site through Facebook.
Thertp1
12th Mar 2017
0
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Hi there, I just joined the site.
Live in North Carolina, US. Recently retired and like to find a travel companion.
Going to Thailand in 2 days.
Georgygirl
13th Jan 2017
0
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Hi I am new here so just wanted to introduce myself. From Yorkshire originally, now in Cambridgeshire (last few years). I found Silversurfers through Facebook.
Jillsorchid
7th Jan 2017
3
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Hello, I have just joined this site having just found it on google. I lost my husband just before Christmas '15 and am striving to make a new life for myself. I hope to find.my way around this site and make some new virtual friends. Thank you for reading this
Charity
30th Dec 2016
0
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Is anyone else lonely this Christmas...?
Wilf
30th Dec 2016
0
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Not really as lucky to have my wife and kids have visited us and now left after eating us out of house and home! I keep busy by walking the dogs, some gardening, reading and going on websites like Silversurfers where you can meet many new friends
LollyF
17th Jan 2017
1
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I hope your loneliness hasn't continued....
Granizzy
21st Nov 2016
0
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Hi there from Lanarkshire . My first comment not sure if forum it the most appropriate place. Just spent last week watching the tennis. Congrats to Andy. Will now get back to making xmas cards and walking the dog
Nette
18th Oct 2016
0
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Hello, I am Danish, have been living in South Africa for 23 years now. I am down-scaling and want to start traveling, perhaps even looking to relocate to another warm country with an affordable lifestyle. Any ideas?
Wilf
18th Oct 2016
0
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Have you tried Australia-its stunning and so much to explore!
Archer
5th Nov 2016
0
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Nervous as heck here.. 1st time i've ever responded to someone. I've always wanted to visit South Africa and it's on my list. I' m off to Australia to visit a niece early next year (work permitting). I have lived in Florida for the last 26 years and love it. Is that a warm enough location for you? :-p
Roberto1947
8th Oct 2016
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Hello I am new to this. I am 69 living in a Oxfordshire in a marriage which is passed it's sell by date. I have two lovely daughters but unfortunately one has decided to banish the other from her life. I have recently retired from 25 years of company ownership and a feeling lonely to say the least. On the positive side I have good health, and I recognise there are many far worse off than me. Looking for friendly contact.
Georgie Girl
2nd Nov 2016
0
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Hi Roberto, I am also new here. It is a shame your daughter has turned against the other, how do things get to such a stage in the short time we are on this earth.
Have you retired totally, if it was your own company are you not able to be involved a little. I find it hard not to have something positive and constructive to do.
KayMay
6th Nov 2016
1
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Hi Roberto, sorry to hear your marriage has passed its sell by date. Unfortunately you won't meet many decent women who are prepared to take up with a man whose marriage has "passed its sell by date "! Have you ever thought of divorce?
jo1
22nd Dec 2016
1
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Hi Roberto. I am very new to this site. I have been divorced for many years and, although I have a very close family and some good friends, it is often lonely being single. Are you sure that your marriage cannot be refreshed? I wish that I had someone to grow old with, someone I have known for many years. We don't know how others feel, of course, but I would say: 'Give your marriage a chance. It may just be that you are having a difficult time adjusting to retirement. Why not plan some travel time with your partner? Get to know each other again.'
Georgygirl
13th Jan 2017
0
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Hi I just noticed we have the same username although printed slightly differently and I wondered if you chose yours because of the song (The Seekers) the film of the same name or both like me?
annia65
6th Oct 2016
0
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Hi, I have been a member for several months but only started chatting yesterday. I live in Hampshire, near the coast, with three toy poodles, they are good company but quite bossy. My husband passed away on Easter Monday, he had survived by pass surgery twice, 1984, 1994, but been very ill for several months. I have three sons, they all live abroad. I alternate between sloth & activity, holiday quite happilty on my own, my husband liked different holidays. I cruise & go on coach tours. We lived in Southern Africa for 30+ years, had some adventures, saw many things. Politically I'm a bit radical, although Mrs May seems to have grasped the bull by the horns, early days, talk is cheap, I'll keep an open mind. I enjoy chatting & hope to hear from people. I'm not looking for romance, two husbands are enough for me, so friendship, women or men.
Ann64
5th Oct 2016
0
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Hello Chatters, I am excited to try this. This is my first attempt to "chat". I am not exactly sure how this works - but am willing to reach out and learn.
Raymondo6347
10th Oct 2016
0
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Hi, I am new too and not sure how I will get on. To start with, I am Ray and live in the NW. It is cold but the sun is breaking through.
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Hello and welcome 🙂 You may want to post your comment under the Friendship section of our Forum ... that way fellow members of our community will see your post 🙂 Best wishes, Sally
klyne
2nd Oct 2016
1
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Not sure if this is the right place to comment. Is it not possible to see all the forums and all the posts on one page. I am used to IP Board forums and I find this one very confusing. Ideally I want to see all the latest posts in one place, is this possible?

David
Aitchess
1st Oct 2016
0
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Hi, my name is Henry, first visit to Silver surfers, just having a look at the topics, etc.
DY1952
1st Oct 2016
0
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Hi my name is Sandra just joined ,not very good yet on computer ,so need to know how to log out of site when done .Thank you
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Just hover over the blue button that says 'MY HOMEPAGE" and there is a drop down option there to LOGOUT .. Do let me know if you need any more assistance 🙂 Sally
modgirl
18th Sep 2016
0
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Hi all nice to join you all ....have held my card for a few years now but never got round to exploring the site and the forums ....btw I live in Argyll Scotland
motherbeastly
25th Sep 2016
1
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Now, there's a thing. So do I.
modgirl
25th Sep 2016
-1
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lol i will tell you if you will tell me .....were you hang your hat...x
Res
15th Sep 2016
0
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Hi, I have just joined silver surfers and live in North Devon. I would like to develop new friendships. I took early retirement 3 years ago but miss the social interaction. I enjoy travel, walking, reading, and good food.
Marionward5
1st Sep 2016
0
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I am pleased to join the Silversurfers forum.I am interested in health healthy eating .Tia Chi.
Cavan
7th Aug 2016
0
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Hello all
My name is Cavan and just joined Forum today. I have many interests and like good discussions.
Look forward to chatting and getting to know new people on here. I am widowed, husband died 4 years ago, still miss him terriibly. Live with best friend, my gorgeous little King Charles Cavalier girl,who follows me everywhere .. literally. Moved to new area 2 years ago so still adjusting.
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Hello Cavan and a very warm welcome to Silversurfers! -If you are new to Silversurfers then once you have joined you can enjoy the forums (which you are doing) and chat. When you receive a new reply you will receive an email which takes you back to the Forum or Chat page you were on. You are also able to post up pictures, short stories and poems on the Showcase area of Silversurfers. In addition you have access to over 100 great discounts with leading companies with Silvercard+ https://www.silversurfers.com/silvercard/ I hope you enjoy Silversurfers! Kind regards, Sally
serenitywoman
30th Jul 2016
0
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Hello I am new, i am single lady, live alone, i am 65, i love nature, and animals i like taking photographs of nature plants animals.. i worked in care for many years with children and also male adults and female adults .. with different kinds of challenges ..
i have three daughters and 4 grandsons and 2 grand daughters .. i am a peace lover , i don't have a religion accept to say love is my religion not many people can argue with love can they..
i love the sounds of nature the seasons there is beauty in all seasons i believe that love never dies even though in death you take the love others have given to you with you in the form of a bright light to show you the way home ..
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Hello and welcome serenitywoman ... This is a 'How To Guide' topic. May I suggest you take a look at some of the threads on our Forum, and find some topics that interest you. Hopefully you will meet lots of like minded people to chat to 🙂
annia65
6th Oct 2016
0
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I like the idea of love continuing. My husband died on Easter Monday, he had been very ill for a long time. I am ambiguent about love, I think it's a hormone rush, replaced by deep friendship & caring. I sent his ashes back to South Africa where he was happiest, they had many adventures, the ship was confiscated as there was a contamination on board, he was forgotten, eventually made it to Cape Town, left in a warehouse. Then he was picked up, forgotten again & rolled about in the boot of a car for a week. A friend's daughter found them & he finally made it to the MoTHs in Fish Hoek. There was a service for him given by the padre, & his ashes finally interred in the Garden of Remembrance. Yesterday I received a DVD taken by his friend of the service & the wake, and now I've found closure. Brian was adjutant at the Battledress Shellhole. The Member of the Tin Hats are an ex army organisation for people who have served on the front line during a war. The are a charity & help fellow ex servicemen &'women, important in South Africa where there are no benefits nor government help. Of course we had lots of fun & made great friendships. Sadly Brian's health deteriorated after his second by pass, I wanted to come home , he came willingly but was never happy or settled. He is back now, under the sunny sky near the beach, I hope he has found peace at last. Like you, I have no religion nor belief in much really. I love animals, I have three rescue dogs, they are toy poodles, cute,naughtie & the very devil to house train, they are retired mummy dogs so came to me from kennel situations.
annia65
10th Oct 2016
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It is rather like talking to oneself.
Dewale
7th Dec 2016
0
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I new with silver surfers and lived in London a long time, but now retired to Belfast and love it came here 5years ago with my hubby , but lost him 3 months when I came . Miss. him , love where I live but love to chat with new friends like a nice easy life , going out meals shows and my lovely grandchildren hi to all
Liketochat
25th Jul 2016
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Hi, I'm new to this, but love to chat. I've been a widow for 4 years and get lonely for adult conversation, also find it hard to sleep so often would like to chat in the small hours. Love reading, music, going for walks, holidays and writing, am in my mid sixties (can't believe it really) have a good sense of humour and like to debate. Anyone out there want to chat sometime?
emmakitty
13th Aug 2016
0
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i love to chat as well. Let me know when you want to chat. Lisa
Ariadne
24th Jun 2016
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Seemed like a good idea to join this forum, so I did the intro bit, pressed the button, obviously the
wrong one .Keep trying to access a returned mail, and all I get is a faceful of "Boxes " So .I give in.
Bye ,everybody ,nobody . Can't even find my intro mail.
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Hello and welcome ... This is a 'How To Guide' topic. May I suggest you take a look at some of the threads on our Forum, and find some topics that interest you. Hopefully you will meet lots of like minded people to chat to 🙂
Dyan
19th Jun 2016
0
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hi i just joined today i live in wiltshire but i'm from south wales i'm a widow raising 2 grown g/sons i get rather lonely on times well that's me 🙂
Mollflanders
12th Jun 2016
0
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Hello everybody, first time on the site. Please be gentle 🙂
britishtea
2nd Nov 2017
0
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I just joined A few days ago. i cant understand the chatting . They tell me I am on pm dont know to get it off. Where r u from? I am from the states.
Shah
28th May 2016
0
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Hi,just joined ,trying to find my way around forum, from Rutherglen Southlanarkshire ,Shah is just my user name ,my name is Frances ,
HazelD
27th May 2016
0
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Can you tell me how to add a photo as a profile?
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Hello HazelD ... you should be able to upload you profile picture in your Profile settings and here is the link to the page: https://www.silversurfers.com/profile/

If you are still having difficulty, if you email me .. [email protected] with your picture attached to the email, I can do it for you from my end if that helps. Best wishes, Sally 🙂
Zsarina
25th May 2016
0
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Hi everyone..I am new to SS and I hope to participate in the forums..I am 79 years old (nearly 80) but I am not growing old cracefully...Zsarina is not my real name ..it is a name I used in another SS group before Microsoft disbanded it, some10 yrs or more ago..I don't know if this is a dating site but I am only interested in likeminded friendships I am a genuine Salford born and bred woman who likes people and loves to chat
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Hello and welcome Zsarina ... This is a 'How To Guide' topic. May I suggest you take a look at some of the threads on our Forum, and find some topics that interest you. Hopefully you will meet lots of like minded people to chat to 🙂
chel57
14th May 2016
1
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Hi everyone,I have been a member for a while but didn't have the courage to post.
Now I have more confidence and would like to make New friends.
Have been a widow for 6 years do find it very hard and life can be lonely.
I live in the gorgeous county of Shropshire.
emmakitty
13th Aug 2016
0
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hi chel57,
I am also new to the site and I get lonely as well. I live in the US and take care of my husband who has Parkinsons. I have no family or friends to help. I would love to chat anytime! Lisa
britishtea
2nd Nov 2017
0
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I am sorry to hear about your husband, I am from the states too. Where r u from?
Seaside woman
11th May 2016
0
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Hey everyone, just joined - still experimenting and finding my way round. Hope to make lots of new friends.
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Hello and welcome 🙂 Keep a check on your Homepage Seaside Woman ... this is where you can find out if there are messages waiting for you? https://www.silversurfers.com/my-homepage/ If you click on My Forum you should see all the threads you are involved with .. hope this helps 🙂
Nancym
5th May 2016
0
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Hi just joined looking for friendly chat
Suejane
4th May 2016
0
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Hi, Joined today ...am looking for friendly chats about any subject .
Shadowman
17th Apr 2016
0
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How does one delete one's account?
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I will delete it for you Shadowman ... if you ever wish to come back and join us you will be most welcome 🙂
19Kitt27
29th Jan 2016
1
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Hi to everyone
I have just joined and hope to get and give ideas and just enjoy reading the posts, I like adult colouring books, swimming, walking, being outdoors, camping, sleeping, Disney films, art works by Tim Burton, Picasso, Monet and many more. This is just a short list about me because I enjoy life and want to make the best of it, I look forward to speaking to males and females so what are you waiting for!
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Hello there ... you have left this comment under a section which is unlikely to get replies from our community .. we have a Hobbies section in the Forum, and a welcome section for new members, so that is a great place to begin .. Best wishes Sally
0aktree
29th Jan 2016
0
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Hi,im new,and just finding my way round, hello all.
Lythamlucy
11th Apr 2016
0
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Hi new myself and half the time I can't find the page he he
janeself08
25th Jan 2016
0
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Hi just joined and love to chat, ultimately hope to meet a gay guy to be my first best friend
Terrysoldgal
8th Feb 2016
0
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Why do you want a gay guy to be your first best friend? Just curious.
annia65
6th Oct 2016
0
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Terry, I don't know Jane, but my best friend was gay, he was a wonderful man. We had fun and could discuss most things. He passed away in 2003, I still miss him. My uncle was also gay, he
died a couple of months before Jeffrey, he was also good company
& interested in many things. Yes, I would also like a gay man as a friend again.
ruby070
12th Dec 2015
0
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i can't seem to read your rules and regs in full. Am I supposed to sign off on this.

Also, How do you know if it is U.S. or Brit.
Lythamlucy
11th Apr 2016
0
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He he who knows I dont
blue lady
3rd Dec 2015
0
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Hello every on
I am new to this I do not use the computer very often as I am waiting for treatment for my bad back. I am from Lancashire now living in Scotland. No snow here yet.
Vasu
12th Nov 2015
2
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Hi, my name is Vasu and am from Newyork. I recently joined the Silversurfers and looking for ward to making new friends. Anybody interested in snail mail friendship?
ruby070
12th Dec 2015
0
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Hi Vasu, have you figured out how to use this. Mostly, it seems everyone is from Europe.
Vasu23
12th Dec 2015
0
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Hi ruby070, Thanks for the quick response. I too am new to this site but have been penpaling in other sites for over 25 years and believe this site is no different from them.You just introduce yourself and tell me what interests you like travels; Friendship;Letter writing etc.,.
Lythamlucy
11th Apr 2016
1
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Hi vast nice to hear from someone from over the pond I am a retired lady used to work for a diamond merchant but now spend my days drinking coffee with my friends and shopping walking on the beach ( across the road) I am waiting for the summer as I love the sun
chris56
7th Nov 2015
0
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Morning everyone .not very nice weather wise but that's November for you
Smiling Jeff
31st Oct 2015
1
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Hello,
I just joined your community and I am very impressed with what I have seen so far, I completed my profile but I could not upload my photo for some reason. Any assistance would be appreciated, I hope to make some friendships here.

Thank You
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Hello Smiling Jeff .. Welcome to our Silversurfers community 🙂 I am sorry you are having difficulty uploading your profile picture. If you email your picture, I will try and upload it from my end for you. [email protected] Best wishes, Sally 🙂
lizzietwinkle
2nd Nov 2015
1
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Hi I've just joined too...I had the same problem initially with uploading a photo but I contacted admin and the fault has been rectified their end....I was able to upload a pic today 🙂
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Glad we have fixed the glitch 🙂
maris
30th Oct 2015
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I too am new, and a bit of a poet it seems. I will try my best to be interesting and humourous, but most of all I hope to live and learn
lajollaally
3rd Dec 2015
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So sorry,,,my 1st ever reply on here as only just joined,,,,pressed the red thumbs down button instead of the green thumbs up. I "LIKED"your comment about you want to live and learn,,,,,me too. Lol.
ItsGizmo
19th Oct 2015
0
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Hello one and all from me "waving" I have just joined the site and am having a good nose around. Hope to chat and make new friends as soon as I find out how.
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Hello ItsGizmo and a very warm welcome to Silversurfers-we are a friendly community and I hope you find many new friends here. Silversurfers.com has our new Forums which you have just joined with lots of active members. Plus we have thousands of interesting articles and also votes and discussions on our "Speakers Corner" posts. I really hope you enjoy belonging to Silversurfers and please tell all your friends about us!
fredyboy
21st Sep 2015
1
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Hi all new to the site and looking for a good chat on most subjects
Mellie
11th Sep 2015
0
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Hi everyone, I'm not exactly new, but I haven't been on here for ages so I thought that a new introduction might be in order. Like Veronique I love dogs we lost our last two very quickly one after the other and decided that at our age we didn't think it fair to have another dog, but after living in a horrible clean and empty house we adopted a seven year old Lab., now my house has a nice layer of blonde fur everywhere! I also like knitting and reading, I sometimes dabble in cross stitch but it doesn't grow quickly enough for me. My main interest is family history and I spend far too long on the computer tracking down far flung relatives. That's it folks, now to dive into the forums.

Mellie.
Hidge
22nd Mar 2016
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Hello Mellie, sounds as if you are on my wavelength. We have also had dogs too, but like you are now too old to exercise them. We had border collies and Alsatians and both were very energetic breeds. I also do knitting and have a cardigan on the go at the moment, used to do cross stitch but as you said, it is too slow and my eyesight is not as good as it was!! I like doing photography and like snapping away. I live in the Midlands, Solihull, and I cannot wait now to get into the garden when the weather gets better. Hope to hear from you. Best wishes, Hidge
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Veronique
8th Sep 2015
0
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Hello I have only just joined Silversurfers so I am a bit lost at the moment as to how to negotiate the site. I will be referring to the advice on how to 'get around' on the site so I'm sure I will get there in the end. I am looking forward to joining in with forum chat particular the one for dog owners - I have three rescued greyhounds and as I read a lot I will be interested in the reading forum. Hoping to have some interesting conversations and make some new friends.
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Hello Veronique and a very warm welcome to Silversurfers-we are a friendly community and I hope you find many new friends here. Silversurfers.com has our new Forums which you have just joined with lots of active members. We also have the Silvercard+ with over 100 partners like airlines, restaurants, cruise companies and retail shops all offering excellent discounts. Plus we have thousands of interesting articles and also votes and discussions on our "Speakers Corner" posts. I really hope you enjoy belonging to Silversurfers and please tell all your friends about us!
Castell3
29th Aug 2015
1
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Hello, from North Wales. It has been lovely day of Sunshine here . I have just joined Silver suffers after enjoying their page on f/book. Hoping to make some new friends on here.
November
6th Aug 2015
0
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Has anyone had cause for complaint, or at least reporting matter, about treatment by a doctor. Did they follow their instincts and stand p for themselves, or did they chicken out and let it got, while seething inside. ?
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Hello November ... this would be a great topic for our Forum. We have a Health Category which it would fit perfectly under. Would you mind copying your comment and starting a new Topic under Health and that way others will see it and no doubt answer you. Here is a link to the Health Category: https://www.silversurfers.com/silversurfers-forum/category/health/ Thank you .. Sally 🙂

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