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Location: People >> CS For All Ages >> 50s+ Travellers >> Autumn Years
Hey . . . where is everybody??
Posted September 7th, 2010 - 2:44 am by  from Seattle, United States (Permalink)Wow, I thought I was joining an active group in their Autumn years, but it looks like they're already into their winter passage. Hey! I'm just getting re-juvenated!! Did a 5-day hitch-hike last year, at 82, and I'm setting up now for several weeks in Europe, come next month. It's all in your head, you guys. I mean your age, and what it does to you. I was one of those who sneered when anyone said that, a few years ago -- and I admit that I have to go a bit easy with things . . . but, hey, I been working on this rejuv stuff for more than a year, now, and IT CAN BE DONE! These are the very times for it. Anyway, this is just a shot to see if there is still any life in this group.
Posted September 13th, 2010 - 9:49 am by  from Glasgow, Scotland (Permalink)Hi Irv' Most impressed with your exploits. I've been hosting for years & am now considering surfing myself.You've inspired me ,though I think my hitch hiking days are over. I would be happy to host you if Scotland features in your next itinerary. Good Luck. Leeanna
Posted September 20th, 2010 - 12:03 am by from Seattle, United States (Permalink)It was good to get your response, Leeanna. Nice to see there is 'still life' in the old Autumn Years group. As a matter of fact, I might even be going through Glasgow or very near to it. But it's to visit a good and long-time-not-seen friend in Castle Douglas, so I'm not likely to have any free time for further visiting. But I certainly do appreciate the invitation, and I wanted to let you know. I encourage you to get out and about, yourself. It does wonders for one's 'sense of life'. Take care... Irv
Posted February 3rd, 2011 - 2:19 am by  from Waianae, United States (Permalink)I just turned 60 and at first was annoyed at the number but have since started a rejuvenaton plan which included having a book published, losing 65 pounds and Zumba dancing. I feel great and have always loved to travel. Just went to Paris for the first time last year and climbed the Notre Dame tower 400 steps. and with a bum kneee aloha Maya
Posted February 8th, 2011 - 10:48 pm by from Glasgow, Scotland (Permalink)Well done ! I'm inspired.I'll be 70 next month & I've decided this is the year I must travel along what's ledt of Route 66. Might even have a bash at the Zumba dancing.
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Posted February 9th, 2011 - 9:58 pm by from Seattle, United States (Permalink)If you folks are actually organizing anything, ring me in on it. This is my time of year when such 'blue sky' things turn up for me! Route 66 could be especially interesting, and I'm sure there are CS hosts all along the way. I did make that Euro journey in October, by the way, and it was a real zinger of an adventure. I fully wrote it up in an online newsletter that I do, called Irv's Scrapbook. If any of you want a copy of it just send me an email address and I can forward it. Best to all... Irv
Posted February 16th, 2011 - 11:38 am by from Glasgow, Scotland (Permalink)Hi Irv, I,d love a copy of your newsletter about your trip. My e-mail address is;- leeannadevlin@gmail.uk. Still hoping to do Route 66 later this year.Will be looking for tips from experienced travellers like yourself. Lang may yer lum reek ! Leeanna
Posted February 9th, 2011 - 10:31 pm by from Waianae, United States (Permalink)Zumba is great but my Havanese dog Chic goes into her crate when she hears the music start. She is supposed to be Cuban. lol Lets be friends. I am going on a book tour to Europe and am trying to do it on very little money early Septmember. UK, France and Andalucia. Me ke aloha Maya
Posted February 9th, 2011 - 10:32 pm by from Waianae, United States (Permalink)I just uploaded a pic of Chic, check her out. I adopted her from a show dog breeder. She's retired. Isn't that a hoot. I can't afford to. lol
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Posted February 11th, 2011 - 8:14 am by from Waianae, United States (Permalink)Thank you so much. I love her very much
Posted February 16th, 2011 - 11:43 am by from Glasgow, Scotland (Permalink)Good luck with your European trip Maya. There's a wonderfulll book Festival at the Edinburgh Festival in august.You should check it out. I'd be happy to host you if you decide to visit Scotland. Best regards, Leeanna
Posted February 16th, 2011 - 12:02 pm by from Glasgow, Scotland (Permalink)Hi Estelle, I'll keep you posted about Route 66 plans.In abeyance at present due to pressurs of work & making plans for Joint birthday celebrations wifh my younger daughter who's 40 this march. Best regards, Leeanna
Posted March 21st, 2011 - 4:56 pm by  from Saint Louis, United States (Permalink)Hi Leeanna, Hope you make it to the U.S. and get to do the Route 66 trip. I live in St.Louis, Missouri and have just done the route close to my area. Have always wanted to do the whole thing....as you say what's left of it. If you come through St.Louis you are more than welcome to check with me for a couch to surf on. Would love to meet you. Happy traveling! Barb Milligan
Posted February 22nd, 2011 - 6:34 pm by  from Lincoln, England (Permalink)I just Joined and am also disapointed to see theres no life on here
Posted April 16th, 2012 - 5:46 am by  from Amsterdam, Netherlands (Permalink)We're all as busy as you are Irv. I went backpacking around Thailand last year, earlier this year I went through Bangkok, flew to Phnom Penh, then by bus to the coast, boat to a beautiful island, Koh Rong. I'm going back again in June, backpacking this time. I have so much fun, meet so many great people and find a wealth of experience that, for various reasons (unclear to me now) seemed closed to me when I was young - old, free and single, you can't beat it!
Posted April 16th, 2012 - 7:01 am by from Seattle, United States (Permalink)Well, I'm glad to hear that, Dawn! I can't seem to get untangled from Seattle this year. Turning 85, of course, puts a bit of a different spin on it . . . but I'm still angling to get a bit of rail movement in, before this year is out. Not sure if I could make it by thumb again; but . . . who knows? Never say never, is my motto. And, hey! I've already decided to start going back the other way . . . becoming 83 this year, instead of 85. Irv
Posted April 16th, 2012 - 7:14 am by from Amsterdam, Netherlands (Permalink)I take my hat off to you Mr. Thomas, sir. Such indomitable spirit is to be saluted. Yes, these entanglements can be like fetters round your ankles, I hope you manage to get your train journey on the tracks, it seems to me the best plan is to keep moving. Now that my son lives in Asia, the drive to get up and go there is very strong, it's a great feeling, makes me feel like the years are going backwards too. |