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Days when you’ve got nothing on

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nanna8 Sat 05-Oct-24 00:57:40

I sometimes think these are the best days. Excluding family get togethers, of course. It is such a luxury to have a whole day spread out with no social events ,no appointments, no pressing things you have to do. I must be getting b. old because I appreciate these days more and more ( and I sleep better the night before,too !) Do others have this feeling or am I just becoming weird in my old age ?

Kim19 Mon 07-Oct-24 08:54:19

I wouldn't call them the 'best' days because I do so enjoy my somewhat hectic social life but I do know what you mean. A day to lie in, catch up with chores, go for a riverside walk, work in the garden or just the very joy of having these options is bliss for me. Lucky girl indeed, that's me.

FindingNemo15 Sun 06-Oct-24 23:10:04

Thanks Doodle. As others have said sometimes I do not see or speak to anyone for days on end. It is very depressing and boring.

Most women I know have their families and I find some groups are well established with no room for a new face.

gentleshores Sun 06-Oct-24 23:03:08

Doodle

Like you Maw I’d give anything to have my busy life with my beloved back. The time alone is so depressing for me. Early days I expect I’ll get used to it but at the moment it’s bl**dy awful.

So sorry flowers. It's not the same, but after my divorce many years ago I eventually found I really liked time on my own - providing I got out and socialised at least twice a week. But not the same thing. These days, it takes me so long to achieve anything, I forget what I was trying to achieve in the first place! Due to mobility and other painful things. So going out to a cafe every couple of weeks is a highlight. It's frustrating not being able to get on with little jobs I'd like to get on with. Or even keep on top of the washing! The others help with that a bit but I won't let OH deal with my clothes ha ha.

Doodle Sun 06-Oct-24 21:42:32

Findingnemo you’re right about the weekends though for me it’s mornings rather than evenings. Hope you’re ok.

SueDonim Sat 05-Oct-24 23:47:45

I actually said that to my GD, MissAdventure, that I’d better be sure to keep my kidneys warm. grin

nanna8 Sat 05-Oct-24 23:27:00

Our Probus group has started weekend outings for those on their own . It is proving very popular ! Usually a lunch or sometimes a visit to a place of interest. I don’t go because on Sunday I go to church and they are often at Sunday lunchtime but those who go really like it.

FindingNemo15 Sat 05-Oct-24 23:02:39

Maw, Doodle, BlueSapphire and Oreo. Please add my name to the list.

Evenings and weekends are just plain awful.

Mancjules Sat 05-Oct-24 22:56:47

I call it my "pottering" day....few and far between but very welcome!

NotSpaghetti Sat 05-Oct-24 22:41:21

Every time I read the heading of this thread I have to re-read it as I assume people are naked!
Just had to share that with you! grin

Summerfly Sat 05-Oct-24 21:57:26

Nannan2

Summerfly- if you cant rebook at docs for awhile try pharmacies‐ or health centres- a lot of those doing them, and booking or walk-ins easier with pharmacies

Thanks for that Nannan2. I need to have it so fingers crossed 🤞

Oreo Sat 05-Oct-24 21:22:56

RosiesMaw2

Doodle

Like you Maw I’d give anything to have my busy life with my beloved back. The time alone is so depressing for me. Early days I expect I’ll get used to it but at the moment it’s bl**dy awful.

flowers flowers Doodle, BlueSapphire and everybody else who has “nobody to do nothing with”.

I echo your kind thought RosiesMaw2 💐

Oreo Sat 05-Oct-24 21:20:27

BevSec

I love days where I am not going out in the evenings too. The days are busy with activities but I really love evenings indoors.

Me too, especially when evenings are dark so soon.
I have to do quite a few nights at work and go very reluctantly sometimes seeing DP sprawled out on the sofa with a book all cosy☹️
I don’t have days doing nothing much as always cleaning to do, a bit of child care sometimes and seeing friends and relatives as we’re a close family.
I’d really enjoy a Spa Day 🤔

MissAdventure Sat 05-Oct-24 18:03:17

SueDonim

I had on a lacy jumper the other day. My 6yo GD was shocked that I didn’t have a vest underneath and told me I was naked. grin

I do like the occasional quiet day but not too often.

You'll be catching a cold in your kidneys, mark my words! grin

RosiesMaw2 Sat 05-Oct-24 17:58:11

Doodle

Like you Maw I’d give anything to have my busy life with my beloved back. The time alone is so depressing for me. Early days I expect I’ll get used to it but at the moment it’s bl**dy awful.

flowers flowers Doodle, BlueSapphire and everybody else who has “nobody to do nothing with”.

SueDonim Sat 05-Oct-24 14:32:59

I had on a lacy jumper the other day. My 6yo GD was shocked that I didn’t have a vest underneath and told me I was naked. grin

I do like the occasional quiet day but not too often.

Nannan2 Sat 05-Oct-24 14:03:03

Oh dear.(i think my son said same😁) you could try listening early in the day maybe? Soon after breakfast while your not so tired?

Marydoll Sat 05-Oct-24 13:59:49

Nannan2

Marydoll- try audio books.

I got a subscription for Audible. Unfortunately I kept falling asleep! 🤣

Nannan2 Sat 05-Oct-24 13:58:13

Summerfly- if you cant rebook at docs for awhile try pharmacies‐ or health centres- a lot of those doing them, and booking or walk-ins easier with pharmacies.

Aveline Sat 05-Oct-24 13:55:49

Oh dear. Just realised that it's nearly 2pm and I've been sitting reading since I got up at 6.30am! I used to dream about being able to do that.

Nannan2 Sat 05-Oct-24 13:54:59

Marydoll- try audio books.

Allira Sat 05-Oct-24 13:47:12

Washing the cushion covers from the outside furniture, then the parasol
What's the betting we have an Indian summer

AreWeThereYet Sat 05-Oct-24 13:44:28

Every time I read the thread title I think it's about having no clothes on, and I'm already cold enough with my clothes on 😆

Babs03 Sat 05-Oct-24 13:34:48

Got one GC 2 years old, another 18 months, and youngest 9 months. All by 3 different daughters. So the past couple of years have been mad, with lots of help needed from us.
Especially with the youngest still needing surgery at GOSH.
So when I get a day with nothing on I generally sleep 😂

kircubbin2000 Sat 05-Oct-24 13:21:47

I like days like these. Im hoping my friend doesn't want to walk later as I'm enjoying pottering about. I thought of tidying 1 drawer but when I opened it I was horrified and closed it again. I have no idea what to do with all the stuff.

Summerfly Sat 05-Oct-24 12:26:35

I decided to have a lazy day today, but I’ve just realised reading this thread, that I should have been at the doctors earlier for my flu jab. I’m usually very good at keeping appointments and can’t believe I’ve missed it. Hope I can book another appointment. 🙈