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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

So I ve only just moved back into a house after living wild in the woods for two years.. No honestly.. So imagine you are now on your own with no cares in the world... Where would you choose as dream home... No kids or partner etc.. Choice is yours.. Narrowboat, mansion, beach hut?

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By *urls and DressesWoman over a year ago

Somewhere near here

For me either in a campervan living where the road takes me or a narrowboat, I have unconventional dreams

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By *nabelle21Woman over a year ago

B38

I would love a beach front house. Love the power of the sea, feeling it's energy it's ever changing rhythm.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

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By *aven RedWoman over a year ago

Liverpool

On a beach for me too. The sounds and smells relax me x

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

That sounds amazing, have a great trip!

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"On a beach for me too. The sounds and smells relax me x"

Can't beat the coast!

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

That sounds amazing, have a great trip!"

Thanks mate! Will do and I'm sure I'll keep everyone updated even though it may not be welcomed by most!

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By *ensuallover1000Man over a year ago

Somewhere In The Ether…

Can I have an isolated and foreboding looking castle? Failing that, a log cabin

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Definitely by the sea . Ideally a little cottage, just big enough for me x

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I’d be living in Fuerteventura probably in a beach house in El Cotillo.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Somewhere isolated so I could throw parties whenever I wanted to without disturbing people, yet a 10 minute walk to all the shops I may need.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Wherever I lay my hat...

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I'd choose to be in the UK, somewhere by the sea. I'd have a mansion sized house, spread over many intersecting layers and levels.

I'd have a large indoor swimming pool that creeps out of the house and around the garden like a lazy river. A sauna, a luxury spa.

In the centre would be a giant seaworld-esque marine aquarium. each room having a glass panel wall to view.

A firemans pole, toboggan slides, diving boards, ball pits, hidden passages, vents and corridors.

A gaming/tech room.

A beautiful library.

A smoking room.

A large multi-vehicle garage.

And on and on and on..

Everywhere else I'd just stay in hotels. Or rent temporarily. I kind of like the UK.

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By *nabelle21Woman over a year ago

B38

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

I would love to do this and then head back to my beach house

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By *isaB45Woman over a year ago

Fabville

A log cabin, in the woods, near a river or a lake.

Peaceful.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Beach front property only small though....

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By *den-Valley-coupleCouple over a year ago

Cumbria

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

I would love to do this and then head back to my beach house "

What's stopping you?

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

A house with everyone from fab all under the same roof

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By *iss_tressWoman over a year ago

London

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

Wow! That sounds amazing, what a great thing to do. Stay safe and enjoy.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

Wow! That sounds amazing, what a great thing to do. Stay safe and enjoy."

Thank you and I will. I've already been told if any beautiful woman under 25 ask me to follow them to walk the other way...

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

Hey bud, travelling is great, I ve travelled a hell of a lot of UK and abroad.. Freedom mate, nothing else matters in life.. Enjoy and would love to read of your adventures... Enjoy

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By *nabelle21Woman over a year ago

B38

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

I would love to do this and then head back to my beach house

What's stopping you? "

I have 3 kids, 2 grandkids. Family that need help. Dad's become senile. The list seems endless.

If I stop to really think about it, about what's coming next scares the shit out of me.

I would love to be foot loose and fancy free.

Then again I love the bond of family. Just wish I could get some me time.

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By *nabelle21Woman over a year ago

B38

Maybe 1 day..never say never

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

Hey bud, travelling is great, I ve travelled a hell of a lot of UK and abroad.. Freedom mate, nothing else matters in life.. Enjoy and would love to read of your adventures... Enjoy

I've been travelling all around the UK since I was 17. Always wanted to do the World but never got around to it. Now is the time. Perfect age 40 I think. I'm fit enough and more wise!

Yeah I agree! Freedom is the most important thing in life. I just want to live everyday not knowing what the day will bring. I will put threads up but I'm sure people wont like it!?

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"I'd choose to be in the UK, somewhere by the sea. I'd have a mansion sized house, spread over many intersecting layers and levels.

I'd have a large indoor swimming pool that creeps out of the house and around the garden like a lazy river. A sauna, a luxury spa.

In the centre would be a giant seaworld-esque marine aquarium. each room having a glass panel wall to view.

A firemans pole, toboggan slides, diving boards, ball pits, hidden passages, vents and corridors.

A gaming/tech room.

A beautiful library.

A smoking room.

A large multi-vehicle garage.

And on and on and on..

Everywhere else I'd just stay in hotels. Or rent temporarily. I kind of like the UK."

Love it, all worked out, can we come n stay, for a short time though my gf would stay longer, I m still getting my head around living in a house... Still cant believe I ve got hot water out of a tap, still get told we have a laundry basket and washing machine so I can stop doing my dailys in the shower and she still wonders why I use hunting knife for everything...

let me know when we can come stay

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

I would love to do this and then head back to my beach house

What's stopping you?

I have 3 kids, 2 grandkids. Family that need help. Dad's become senile. The list seems endless.

If I stop to really think about it, about what's coming next scares the shit out of me.

I would love to be foot loose and fancy free.

Then again I love the bond of family. Just wish I could get some me time."

Sorry to here all that! Yes you definitely need to make some me time! Even if it upsets others. You're no good to anyone if you become a mess!

Btw... you're the hottest Granny I've ever seen!

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I'd choose to be in the UK, somewhere by the sea. I'd have a mansion sized house, spread over many intersecting layers and levels.

I'd have a large indoor swimming pool that creeps out of the house and around the garden like a lazy river. A sauna, a luxury spa.

In the centre would be a giant seaworld-esque marine aquarium. each room having a glass panel wall to view.

A firemans pole, toboggan slides, diving boards, ball pits, hidden passages, vents and corridors.

A gaming/tech room.

A beautiful library.

A smoking room.

A large multi-vehicle garage.

And on and on and on..

Everywhere else I'd just stay in hotels. Or rent temporarily. I kind of like the UK.

let me know when we can come stay

As soon as I can. You're welcome to.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

An old PBY Catalina flying boat trimmed out with some comfy living quarters. Think, flying luxury motor home.Go anywhere. ..

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

I would love to do this and then head back to my beach house

What's stopping you?

I have 3 kids, 2 grandkids. Family that need help. Dad's become senile. The list seems endless.

If I stop to really think about it, about what's coming next scares the shit out of me.

I would love to be foot loose and fancy free.

Then again I love the bond of family. Just wish I could get some me time."

My heart goes out to you x

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By *nabelle21Woman over a year ago

B38

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

I would love to do this and then head back to my beach house

What's stopping you?

I have 3 kids, 2 grandkids. Family that need help. Dad's become senile. The list seems endless.

If I stop to really think about it, about what's coming next scares the shit out of me.

I would love to be foot loose and fancy free.

Then again I love the bond of family. Just wish I could get some me time.

Sorry to here all that! Yes you definitely need to make some me time! Even if it upsets others. You're no good to anyone if you become a mess!

Btw... you're the hottest Granny I've ever seen!

Thank you...appreciated.

btw you made me smile x

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

Hey bud, travelling is great, I ve travelled a hell of a lot of UK and abroad.. Freedom mate, nothing else matters in life.. Enjoy and would love to read of your adventures... Enjoy

I've been travelling all around the UK since I was 17. Always wanted to do the World but never got around to it. Now is the time. Perfect age 40 I think. I'm fit enough and more wise!

Yeah I agree! Freedom is the most important thing in life. I just want to live everyday not knowing what the day will bring. I will put threads up but I'm sure people wont like it!? "

For everyday to be a suprise is great, the funniest are when it dont go to plan, as far as I m concerned put up your threads and I ll enjoy and ignore any that dont like.. Simples

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By *nabelle21Woman over a year ago

B38

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

I would love to do this and then head back to my beach house

What's stopping you?

I have 3 kids, 2 grandkids. Family that need help. Dad's become senile. The list seems endless.

If I stop to really think about it, about what's coming next scares the shit out of me.

I would love to be foot loose and fancy free.

Then again I love the bond of family. Just wish I could get some me time.

My heart goes out to you x "

Thank you x

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

I would love to do this and then head back to my beach house

What's stopping you?

I have 3 kids, 2 grandkids. Family that need help. Dad's become senile. The list seems endless.

If I stop to really think about it, about what's coming next scares the shit out of me.

I would love to be foot loose and fancy free.

Then again I love the bond of family. Just wish I could get some me time.

Sorry to here all that! Yes you definitely need to make some me time! Even if it upsets others. You're no good to anyone if you become a mess!

Btw... you're the hottest Granny I've ever seen!

Thank you...appreciated.

btw you made me smile x"

Good... meant it mind not just to make you smile! X

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

I would love to do this and then head back to my beach house

What's stopping you?

I have 3 kids, 2 grandkids. Family that need help. Dad's become senile. The list seems endless.

If I stop to really think about it, about what's coming next scares the shit out of me.

I would love to be foot loose and fancy free.

Then again I love the bond of family. Just wish I could get some me time."

Your time will come so be ready to grab it and enjoy.. Sometimes we can miss the opportunity if we re not looking x

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

Hey bud, travelling is great, I ve travelled a hell of a lot of UK and abroad.. Freedom mate, nothing else matters in life.. Enjoy and would love to read of your adventures... Enjoy

I've been travelling all around the UK since I was 17. Always wanted to do the World but never got around to it. Now is the time. Perfect age 40 I think. I'm fit enough and more wise!

Yeah I agree! Freedom is the most important thing in life. I just want to live everyday not knowing what the day will bring. I will put threads up but I'm sure people wont like it!?

For everyday to be a suprise is great, the funniest are when it dont go to plan, as far as I m concerned put up your threads and I ll enjoy and ignore any that dont like.. Simples

That's the thing... I have no plan. Only to start in Norway. Who knows then? While I'm there I'll find my next destination. Maybe just jump on a train? I'm getting a euro train pass so can go anywhere...

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By *nabelle21Woman over a year ago

B38

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

I would love to do this and then head back to my beach house

What's stopping you?

I have 3 kids, 2 grandkids. Family that need help. Dad's become senile. The list seems endless.

If I stop to really think about it, about what's coming next scares the shit out of me.

I would love to be foot loose and fancy free.

Then again I love the bond of family. Just wish I could get some me time.

Sorry to here all that! Yes you definitely need to make some me time! Even if it upsets others. You're no good to anyone if you become a mess!

Btw... you're the hottest Granny I've ever seen!

Thank you...appreciated.

btw you made me smile x

Good... meant it mind not just to make you smile! X"

I know you did. Been having a crappy morning so it's good to smile x

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By *LIRTWITHUSCouple over a year ago

Chester

"So I ve only just moved back into a house after living wild in the woods for two years.. No honestly.. So imagine you are now on your own with no cares in the world... Where would you choose as dream home... No kids or partner etc.. Choice is yours.. Narrowboat, mansion, beach hut? "

Beach hut, obviously luxury version

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"An old PBY Catalina flying boat trimmed out with some comfy living quarters. Think, flying luxury motor home.Go anywhere. ..

Nice one.. And great aircraft, beautiful and stylish.. That is the aircraft lololol.. Read some of Richard Bachs books that was his life

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By *ertscpl1 2000Couple over a year ago

WELWYN GARDEN CITY

Living wild in the woods sounds awesome..love too do that..why change ??

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

I would love to do this and then head back to my beach house

What's stopping you?

I have 3 kids, 2 grandkids. Family that need help. Dad's become senile. The list seems endless.

If I stop to really think about it, about what's coming next scares the shit out of me.

I would love to be foot loose and fancy free.

Then again I love the bond of family. Just wish I could get some me time.

Sorry to here all that! Yes you definitely need to make some me time! Even if it upsets others. You're no good to anyone if you become a mess!

Btw... you're the hottest Granny I've ever seen!

Thank you...appreciated.

btw you made me smile x

Good... meant it mind not just to make you smile! X

I know you did. Been having a crappy morning so it's good to smile x"

Smiles and laughter are powerful in themselves and I hope whatever comes to your life you have reason for one or both in every day

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

I would love to do this and then head back to my beach house

What's stopping you?

I have 3 kids, 2 grandkids. Family that need help. Dad's become senile. The list seems endless.

If I stop to really think about it, about what's coming next scares the shit out of me.

I would love to be foot loose and fancy free.

Then again I love the bond of family. Just wish I could get some me time."

Try not to hold on too tight. Grandkids have parents. Let them live their lives. As long as they know you are there if they need you, you can have some

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

I would love to do this and then head back to my beach house

What's stopping you?

I have 3 kids, 2 grandkids. Family that need help. Dad's become senile. The list seems endless.

If I stop to really think about it, about what's coming next scares the shit out of me.

I would love to be foot loose and fancy free.

Then again I love the bond of family. Just wish I could get some me time."

Try not to hold on too tight. Grandkids have parents. Let them live their lives. As long as they know you are there if they need you, you can have some life too.

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By *ribsaMan over a year ago

A box at end of your bed

Mine is quite simple find a loving woman and be happy.

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

Living wild in the woods sounds awesome..love too do that..why change ??"

Winter was a worry to my new gf as I really did live in woods with no amenities at all... I had a sleeping bag, a small stove and my off road vehicle to my name.. Made a deal, we move into a house where she knew I was safe and she had somewhere of her own to live as she was also homeless living with relatives

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By *nabelle21Woman over a year ago

B38

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

I would love to do this and then head back to my beach house

What's stopping you?

I have 3 kids, 2 grandkids. Family that need help. Dad's become senile. The list seems endless.

If I stop to really think about it, about what's coming next scares the shit out of me.

I would love to be foot loose and fancy free.

Then again I love the bond of family. Just wish I could get some me time.

Sorry to here all that! Yes you definitely need to make some me time! Even if it upsets others. You're no good to anyone if you become a mess!

Btw... you're the hottest Granny I've ever seen!

Thank you...appreciated.

btw you made me smile x

Good... meant it mind not just to make you smile! X

I know you did. Been having a crappy morning so it's good to smile x

Smiles and laughter are powerful in themselves and I hope whatever comes to your life you have reason for one or both in every day"

That touches me ..it really does

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By *nabelle21Woman over a year ago

B38

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

I would love to do this and then head back to my beach house

What's stopping you?

I have 3 kids, 2 grandkids. Family that need help. Dad's become senile. The list seems endless.

If I stop to really think about it, about what's coming next scares the shit out of me.

I would love to be foot loose and fancy free.

Then again I love the bond of family. Just wish I could get some me time.

Try not to hold on too tight. Grandkids have parents. Let them live their lives. As long as they know you are there if they need you, you can have some life too.

I hear you

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By *nabelle21Woman over a year ago

B38

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

I would love to do this and then head back to my beach house

What's stopping you?

I have 3 kids, 2 grandkids. Family that need help. Dad's become senile. The list seems endless.

If I stop to really think about it, about what's coming next scares the shit out of me.

I would love to be foot loose and fancy free.

Then again I love the bond of family. Just wish I could get some me time.

Try not to hold on too tight. Grandkids have parents. Let them live their lives. As long as they know you are there if they need you, you can have some life too.

I wish the same for yourself and 1 and all.

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

Hey bud, travelling is great, I ve travelled a hell of a lot of UK and abroad.. Freedom mate, nothing else matters in life.. Enjoy and would love to read of your adventures... Enjoy

I've been travelling all around the UK since I was 17. Always wanted to do the World but never got around to it. Now is the time. Perfect age 40 I think. I'm fit enough and more wise!

Yeah I agree! Freedom is the most important thing in life. I just want to live everyday not knowing what the day will bring. I will put threads up but I'm sure people wont like it!?

For everyday to be a suprise is great, the funniest are when it dont go to plan, as far as I m concerned put up your threads and I ll enjoy and ignore any that dont like.. Simples

Nice, plans are naff, any I ever had went to crap almost immediately.. Spontaneity, the essence of life, loce and relationship.. We still head off with no plans.. We could come back from work with nothing in mind except tea then two hours later we re heading up M5 for where we know not, stay overnight in van...

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Living by the sea, maybe with the beach right on my doorstep, A nice sandy beach (the fucking sand every time the grandkids come over is a bitch!). Doughnut is there and we sit in the summer evening on the veranda with a glass of wine or something, me on his lap with a blanket over us, just cuddling up watching the water and people that are walking their dogs.

Then at weekends have the children and their children over for bbq’s, roast dinners or picnics on the beach.

That would be my kind of bliss.

Danish x

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By *nabelle21Woman over a year ago

B38

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

I would love to do this and then head back to my beach house

What's stopping you?

I have 3 kids, 2 grandkids. Family that need help. Dad's become senile. The list seems endless.

If I stop to really think about it, about what's coming next scares the shit out of me.

I would love to be foot loose and fancy free.

Then again I love the bond of family. Just wish I could get some me time.

Try not to hold on too tight. Grandkids have parents. Let them live their lives. As long as they know you are there if they need you, you can have some life too.

I wish the same for yourself and 1 and all."

Apologies that was meant for tree monkey.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

I would love to do this and then head back to my beach house

What's stopping you?

I have 3 kids, 2 grandkids. Family that need help. Dad's become senile. The list seems endless.

If I stop to really think about it, about what's coming next scares the shit out of me.

I would love to be foot loose and fancy free.

Then again I love the bond of family. Just wish I could get some me time.

Try not to hold on too tight. Grandkids have parents. Let them live their lives. As long as they know you are there if they need you, you can have some life too.

I hear you "

So take a deep breath and do it..

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

I would love to do this and then head back to my beach house

What's stopping you?

I have 3 kids, 2 grandkids. Family that need help. Dad's become senile. The list seems endless.

If I stop to really think about it, about what's coming next scares the shit out of me.

I would love to be foot loose and fancy free.

Then again I love the bond of family. Just wish I could get some me time.

Try not to hold on too tight. Grandkids have parents. Let them live their lives. As long as they know you are there if they need you, you can have some life too.

I wish the same for yourself and 1 and all."

I dont know where you live but my suggestion is same as I said to my gf when she was just a troubled friend.. Grab your car keys one day and go for a drive, dont matter where or for how long or how you spend your time.. Just leave children with someone, even for an hour and give yourself some ME time.. She did and it put her on a new road... And I mean this in the kindest heartfelt way... People often find that they become so engrossed in others they forget the most important thing... THEMSELVES x

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Living by the sea, maybe with the beach right on my doorstep, A nice sandy beach (the fucking sand every time the grandkids come over is a bitch!). Doughnut is there and we sit in the summer evening on the veranda with a glass of wine or something, me on his lap with a blanket over us, just cuddling up watching the water and people that are walking their dogs.

Then at weekends have the children and their children over for bbq’s, roast dinners or picnics on the beach.

That would be my kind of bliss.

Danish x"

Booootiful

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By *risky_MareWoman over a year ago

...Up on the Downs

Well, it wouldn't be much of a dream without someone to share it with......but it would be somewhere surrounded by a lot of free draining grassland, with some wild hills I can ride over.

There's a place I used to ride in the Cotswolds, about a 500 acres of untouched upland meadow, surrounded on 3 sides by trees, not a house or a car in earshot, just the song of skylarks. It was my idea of heaven.

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

Well, it wouldn't be much of a dream without someone to share it with......but it would be somewhere surrounded by a lot of free draining grassland, with some wild hills I can ride over.

Sounds great, I used to ride up over our local moors, nothing but buzzards hunting, standing stones and me and my horse... Best ride ever was on am Andulucian in the Apparhuaras mountains in Spain.. Awesome

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

Well, it wouldn't be much of a dream without someone to share it with......but it would be somewhere surrounded by a lot of free draining grassland, with some wild hills I can ride over.

Cotswolds are gorgeous.. Love that area

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I lived on the beach for years, or at least next to it. Waking up each morning to anything from flat calm to wild Atlantic storms away from the world and all its silliness was quite beautiful, would have been more so to share with another. But life gives us what it gives us, unless we decide to stop just accepting life as it is and make conscious efforts to change it to make it what we want it to be.

Now I live up in the hills, equally beautiful, just as remote, but different in every way. Sometimes I miss the roar of the waves yet now I wake to the rustle of trees the sounds of birdsong and the trickle of water dancing over rocky riverbeds.

It's not where we live that matters most, it's how we live and if we are lucky enough who we may share our lives with. The rest, it's just a backdrop to finding our dreams.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I lived my dream for a while on an island, sadly I came back to civilisation and think it was not one of my best life choices

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Icelandic cabin right under the Northern lights, limited technology and a local pack of wolves that would be pretty accepting of me lol

or a bike and a good pack with unlimited funds to just ride and keep riding

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

On a bench outside New St station so my mum could bring me some sandwiches every day.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I'll be retiring on a blue water yacht in a decade sailing the globe.New vistas daily.

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Icelandic cabin right under the Northern lights, limited technology and a local pack of wolves that would be pretty accepting of me lol

or a bike and a good pack with unlimited funds to just ride and keep riding

Nice to both, done the latter and as for first, I love wolves and that would do me to the ground

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

I lived my dream for a while on an island, sadly I came back to civilisation and think it was not one of my best life choices

Yeah get ya, I have two feet in different worlds.. The house means sod all.. My gf is my home not where I park my ass.. So where did you live... Society is hard when you ve lived outside of it.. Too many rules, judgementals and expectations.. All of which I still don t abide by

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"I lived on the beach for years, or at least next to it. Waking up each morning to anything from flat calm to wild Atlantic storms away from the world and all its silliness was quite beautiful, would have been more so to share with another. But life gives us what it gives us, unless we decide to stop just accepting life as it is and make conscious efforts to change it to make it what we want it to be.

It's not where we live that matters most, it's how we live and if we are lucky enough who we may share our lives with. The rest, it's just a backdrop to finding our dreams.

Soooo very true.. Even now I start my day by listening to the surf on the shores of Mounts Bay... If my gf aint up n about when I rise in the morning, whatever time, I m gone, pick up a mocha and take in the love at all around us.. Then I head to my work in the woods... Love your thinking

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By *nabelle21Woman over a year ago

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"I'm actually doing the opposite. I got no kids or commitments so backpacking around Europe for 2 years then the rest of the World... Starting in Norway first week in April.

I would love to do this and then head back to my beach house

What's stopping you?

I have 3 kids, 2 grandkids. Family that need help. Dad's become senile. The list seems endless.

If I stop to really think about it, about what's coming next scares the shit out of me.

I would love to be foot loose and fancy free.

Then again I love the bond of family. Just wish I could get some me time.

Try not to hold on too tight. Grandkids have parents. Let them live their lives. As long as they know you are there if they need you, you can have some life too.

I wish the same for yourself and 1 and all.

Thanks appreciated x

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I’ve lived my dream working away on Greek islands for 14years.

Came back to the Uk 2 years ago and now sat in my work van waiting for some div to chop down a tree.

The job I was in I’m too old for now but if I wasn’t I’ll be back there tomorrow

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By *risky_MareWoman over a year ago

...Up on the Downs

Well, it wouldn't be much of a dream without someone to share it with......but it would be somewhere surrounded by a lot of free draining grassland, with some wild hills I can ride over.

I've galloped over vine terraces in Valencia, the heather moors in Perthshire, got lost in the Odenwald, ridden a polo pony for hours along the beach in Mexico, and a mustang on an apricot farm in California...I still need to ride across the plains in Montana.

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By *risky_MareWoman over a year ago

...Up on the Downs

It's not where we live that matters most, it's how we live and if we are lucky enough who we may share our lives with. The rest, it's just a backdrop to finding our dreams.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Ive lived and traveled many places in the world and you can't beat the memories it leaves you with, you only get one go at life so make the most of it.

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

Well, it wouldn't be much of a dream without someone to share it with......but it would be somewhere surrounded by a lot of free draining grassland, with some wild hills I can ride over.

That is wkd.. Ever done the stampede in Calgary? Used to ride mainly western but ridden English and stock saddles of New Zealand and South Africa.. Great bareback rides on beaches on painted horses... Bleddy ansome.. Rode in Patagonia eh.. Wkd

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"Ive lived and traveled many places in the world and you can't beat the memories it leaves you with, you only get one go at life so make the most of it.

So very true and some of best memories were unplanned or when things went pear shaped.. lolol

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By (user no longer on site) OP over a year ago

"I’ve lived my dream working away on Greek islands for 14years.

Came back to the Uk 2 years ago and now sat in my work van waiting for some div to chop down a tree.

The job I was in I’m too old for now but if I wasn’t I’ll be back there tomorrow "

Some div.. lol.. Yeah I m in that trade and seen some disaster types that leave ya thinking WTF.. What was your trade if ya dont mind me asking?

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I love the snow and mountains so somewhere like that that's remote but with good internet

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I’ve lived my dream working away on Greek islands for 14years.

Came back to the Uk 2 years ago and now sat in my work van waiting for some div to chop down a tree.

The job I was in I’m too old for now but if I wasn’t I’ll be back there tomorrow

Some div.. lol.. Yeah I m in that trade and seen some disaster types that leave ya thinking WTF.. What was your trade if ya dont mind me asking? "

I was a club 18-30 rep

Now I’m a Tm so I’ve just had to do a road closure,

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