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Arti is my large Scottie. Arti suffers attitude and lately we've had problems on who is going to sleep on my side of the bed. I think it's solved.
Isolation. That's a problem here in the town where I live because I came from Norfolk (it was a long walk) and I'm not a native of Somerset. I was bred in Surrey graduated to East Sussex (where I lived for over 30 years) and moved to Norfolk for ten years, then moved nearer family who are all very busy with life. Its hard to make friends here even in the U3A, so I understand completely how you feel. My best wishes
I’ve just joined.
I’m from Liverpool 66yrs old, divorced for many years now, I have two adult boys and a grandson but don’t see him.
My hobbies are reading, cinema, theatre, crime and forensic progs on tv.
Hope you make some chatty friends.
I joined yesterday and figured it would be rude not to introduce myself! I am 49, racing headlong towards 50 later on this year. 2020 is a my year of all things changing - divorce after 6 years separation (don't feel sad for me - it was all perfectly amicable and we still talk to discuss my stepdaughters), career - from education to maybe social or healthcare (still thinking that one through) to being here on silver surfers to make new connections. I am naturally an introvert but this seems a great way to connect with people around the world and hear new stories. I know so little about other realms of work as I have been in the education bubble for quite a while. Love to read, learn smatterings of different languages (thanks Netflix!), run (ahem jog, when the mornings are lighter and the weather is warmer) and daydream. Would love to hear from anyone from anywhere to chat about anything! Happy 2020 x
I am also separated and joined silversurfers very recently, looking for people to chat with. What books do like reading.?
I see you run, tried that and it hurt my knees so I go to the gym instead and row.
sent you a chat message full of books and babblings!
I'm. 52 and am mid divorce. I'm a supply teacher but as I have this huge change in my life right now, I'm retraining as a reflexologist. I hope to set up my own business, and also retain my weekly day of teaching in a primary school which I love, but know I've been out of the game for too long to go back full.time.
I'm about to embark on a weight loss journey. The stress of divorce has had an impact on me!
I live in South Wales with one of my sons. I have a good circle of friends but they are all involved romantically which leaves a huge gap in my life that I'm keen to fill. Life throws us all curve balls. Love in the moment as much as you can!
I just joined today as I decided that 2020 was the year to make new friends! I have been separated for 6 years now but we are finally getting around to what I hope is an amicable divorce, this year. Am also a supply teacher but planning on retraining in the healthcare field so would love to chat/message sometime! My daughters are out in the world following their own paths so I am looking forward to making new connections and hearing new stories! Happy 2020!
xx Jackie xx
I live in the USA .....actually in Dallas,Texas. So I feel a little awkward at this point, but hopefully that will change.
I am a retired educator and having a bit of a struggle figuring out what I want to do for the rest of my life....... and yet still feeling like I am contributing to the world in a beneficial way.
Hopefully I can catch a few ideas from all you very smart people out there!
I exercise ( gym) everyday and made a decision to eat healthy many years ago.
Hope to hear back
Just this minute joined. looks good. hope to meet a few friends here. and have a good chat, cheer myself up a bit.
I've recently been widowed and am still going through it. grief never leaves you alone does it. when i'm up, i'm on a high.. but when i'm down i feel like wanting to go with him!
hopefully. i shall feel more highs than lows joining here now. it's an awful feeling been alone after 40 years of marriage. but it's no good wishing any more. he's gone. and nothing will bring him back.
So put the kettle on. and lets all have a good laff. just what we need me thinks.
I am a Scot, living in France but coming back to the UK this year to England.
I will be 60 this year, I live with my husband and our dogs and have loved living in France but after five years I can't wait to get back to the UK to be closer to our children/grandchildren and settle in a new part of the country, maybe Derbyshire / Staffordshire so we can access the beautiful Peak District.
Looking forward to mixing in with everyone here and I hope to learn and share as i go along.
I've just joined this Forum and I am not sure how it works yet so thought I'd start by introducing myself.
I 62 and have been retired for 2 years. I am a Scot living in Scotland. I enjoy travelling, reading, walking, music ( going to Gigs and Festivals ). I do some voluntary work to use the skills I built up in my career and because I think I still have something to offer.
I find the Winter months quite difficult since I retired and long for Spring.
I just thought I'd introduce myself as I'm new and not too sure of how this all works yet.
I'm 51 years old and would love to extend my social circle. Please feel free to give me a shout.
I would enjoy hearing about your life in the UK. We have elk in our back yard. In fact, the herd was here in force last night, and I need to put up an electric wire so they don't keep knocking over my new garden border of Alberta Spruce. I suppose that sounds foreign. We see a black bear once in a while. But I've never seen a cougar although they are on the island and I hear from neighbours that they have been sighted. The last time I saw a bear I was weeding and my brother called out to me to look up. When I did I saw a mother bear and two cubs coming down the trail from the barn. I don't know who was more startled. They ran away as soon as they heard me call out
I live with my husband and my brother. Hubby and I have four sons, as we are a blended family. One son has a developmental disability and we have bought him a townhome where he lives with his cousin, who has a similar disability and is doing fine.
I am fortunate and I know it. A bit bored at the moment. But we'll go to a dance at New Year's with friends. What are your plans for New Year's?
Welcome to us from UK....Visited Vancouver Island way back in 1985....heavens am I really so old....beautiful place to live in. I'm based in UK, Surrey.....not too far from Heathrow, UK bound, please let me know...… Plans for New Year...stay home,listen to Jools Holland & let off a few fireworks @ midnight, unless there's a curfew...all the best to you and yours X
How lucky are you.....Happy New Year for 2020
I am an active 72 year old male retired teacher,cricket and rugby coach.I read non-fiction and have a large library at home in Sutton,Surrey.
I am married and help at an over 60s club 2 days a week.
When the weather is suitable I use my London free travel card as often as possible and I am a member of Kew Gardens,The National Trust,Palaces and have free access to Virgin Lounge in The Haymarket to use as a watering hole on my London trips.
I aim happy with my own company but as my younger wife works full time I would find it interesting to share the above with like minded people.
May the Sun smile upon you all.
Peter