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Re: OVER 50's & 60's Chit-Chat & Daily Catch-Up Thread
As I've aged, I've become kinder to myself, and less critical of myself. I've become my own friend.
I have seen too many dear friends leave this world, too soon; before they understood the great freedom that comes with aging. Whose business is it, if I choose to read, or play, on the computer, until 4 AM, or sleep until noon? I will dance with myself to those wonderful tunes of the 60 &70's, and if I, at the same time, wish to weep over a lost love, I will. I will walk the beach, in a swim suit that is stretched over a bulging body, and will dive into the waves, with abandon, if I choose to, despite the pitying glances from the jet set. They, too, will get old. I know I am sometimes forgetful. But there again, some of life is just as well forgotten. And, I eventually remember the important things. Sure, over the years, my heart has been broken. How can your heart not break, when you lose a loved one, or when a child suffers, or even when somebody's beloved pet gets hit by a car? But, broken hearts are what give us strength, and understanding, and compassion. A heart never broken, is pristine, and sterile, and will never know the joy of being imperfect. I am so blessed to have lived long enough to have my hair turning gray, and to have my youthful laughs be forever etched into deep grooves on my face. So many have never laughed, and so many have died before their hair could turn silver. As you get older, it is easier to be positive. You care less about what other people think. I don't question myself anymore. I've even earned the right to be wrong. So, to answer your question, I like being old. It has set me free. I like the person I have become. I am not going to live forever, but while I am still here, I will not waste time lamenting what could have been, or worrying about what will be. And I shall eat dessert every single day (if I feel like it). MAY OUR FRIENDSHIP NEVER COME APART, ESPECIALLY WHEN IT'S STRAIGHT FROM THE HEART! Thanks Cheers, very good indeed, these words just about describe most of us who are getting older. |
Re: OVER 50's & 60's Chit-Chat & Daily Catch-Up Thread
Anyone have a good "one man shop" to recommend in Manchester area?? Always nice to have handy
I will forward.. |
Re: OVER 50's & 60's Chit-Chat & Daily Catch-Up Thread
What's a one man shop?
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Re: OVER 50's & 60's Chit-Chat & Daily Catch-Up Thread
Originally Posted by sallysimmons
(Post 9760889)
What's a one man shop?
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Re: OVER 50's & 60's Chit-Chat & Daily Catch-Up Thread
Originally Posted by sallysimmons
(Post 9760889)
What's a one man shop?
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Re: OVER 50's & 60's Chit-Chat & Daily Catch-Up Thread
Originally Posted by dunroving
(Post 9761430)
I think it's a euphemism for some sort of personal services.
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Re: OVER 50's & 60's Chit-Chat & Daily Catch-Up Thread
Originally Posted by sallysimmons
(Post 9760889)
What's a one man shop?
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Re: OVER 50's & 60's Chit-Chat & Daily Catch-Up Thread
Originally Posted by jasper123
(Post 9760439)
As I've aged, I've become kinder to myself, and less critical of myself. I've become my own friend.
I have seen too many dear friends leave this world, too soon; before they understood the great freedom that comes with aging. Whose business is it, if I choose to read, or play, on the computer, until 4 AM, or sleep until noon? I will dance with myself to those wonderful tunes of the 60 &70's, and if I, at the same time, wish to weep over a lost love, I will. I will walk the beach, in a swim suit that is stretched over a bulging body, and will dive into the waves, with abandon, if I choose to, despite the pitying glances from the jet set. They, too, will get old. I know I am sometimes forgetful. But there again, some of life is just as well forgotten. And, I eventually remember the important things. Sure, over the years, my heart has been broken. How can your heart not break, when you lose a loved one, or when a child suffers, or even when somebody's beloved pet gets hit by a car? But, broken hearts are what give us strength, and understanding, and compassion. A heart never broken, is pristine, and sterile, and will never know the joy of being imperfect. I am so blessed to have lived long enough to have my hair turning gray, and to have my youthful laughs be forever etched into deep grooves on my face. So many have never laughed, and so many have died before their hair could turn silver. As you get older, it is easier to be positive. You care less about what other people think. I don't question myself anymore. I've even earned the right to be wrong. So, to answer your question, I like being old. It has set me free. I like the person I have become. I am not going to live forever, but while I am still here, I will not waste time lamenting what could have been, or worrying about what will be. And I shall eat dessert every single day (if I feel like it). MAY OUR FRIENDSHIP NEVER COME APART, ESPECIALLY WHEN IT'S STRAIGHT FROM THE HEART! Thanks Cheers, very good indeed, these words just about describe most of us who are getting older. |
Re: OVER 50's & 60's Chit-Chat & Daily Catch-Up Thread
Originally Posted by cheers
(Post 9761525)
I think it is a self employed person.
Lots of my friends are from Manchester but I can't help if I don't know the details |
Re: OVER 50's & 60's Chit-Chat & Daily Catch-Up Thread
OK, "shop" as in "garage" - if you'd said one man garage, I think most people would have got it. ;)
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Re: OVER 50's & 60's Chit-Chat & Daily Catch-Up Thread
My Mom and Son use a one man garage right near their house, he's been doing a great job, reasonably priced, is super busy but squeezes you in for emergencies. and has tow truck to come and get your broken down car Ds needed that the other week. :lol:
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Re: OVER 50's & 60's Chit-Chat & Daily Catch-Up Thread
:starsmile::starsmile:Happy 1 year anniversary to Rodney!!:starsmile::starsmile:
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Re: OVER 50's & 60's Chit-Chat & Daily Catch-Up Thread
I just caught up with this thread
http://britishexpats.com/forum/showthread.php?t=740280 What a very worthwhile cause, every penny helps. ;) |
Re: OVER 50's & 60's Chit-Chat & Daily Catch-Up Thread
Originally Posted by Beedubya
(Post 9772823)
I just caught up with this thread
http://britishexpats.com/forum/showthread.php?t=740280 What a very worthwhile cause, every penny helps. ;) |
Re: OVER 50's & 60's Chit-Chat & Daily Catch-Up Thread
The last of the photos for 2011:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/islandw...7628348345853/ |
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