tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14874528.post2023252716704222517..comments2024-03-27T13:32:06.780-02:30Comments on The Other Side of Eighty: The Downside of TravellingWisewebwomanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15281689872840844191noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14874528.post-60379177437398487142019-10-21T00:39:44.450-02:302019-10-21T00:39:44.450-02:30So true Gemma, the longer I live, the more I can e...So true Gemma, the longer I live, the more I can entertain myself extraordinarily well. And would be a recluse, truly, if I had the choice. Well, apart from a dog.<br /><br />XO<br />WWWWisewebwomanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15281689872840844191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14874528.post-85063006285549878892019-10-21T00:37:54.926-02:302019-10-21T00:37:54.926-02:30I am so glad to be of assistance, kind sir. And mo...I am so glad to be of assistance, kind sir. And most of all know that I am not alone in my geezerhood.<br /><br />XO<br />WWWWisewebwomanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15281689872840844191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14874528.post-50949694909572542082019-10-21T00:37:13.925-02:302019-10-21T00:37:13.925-02:30Thanks for that Kate, it is enormously challenging...Thanks for that Kate, it is enormously challenging at the best of times and even more so as we age and suffer pains and pills and needs outside those of our twenties. It is a terrible trap and not for the faint of heart when things slide sideways or get too uncomfortable or like me, need massive alone time.<br /><br />XO<br />WWWWisewebwomanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15281689872840844191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14874528.post-43372108027332067072019-10-15T10:12:54.519-02:302019-10-15T10:12:54.519-02:30You have very nicely enumerated all the reasons wh...You have very nicely enumerated all the reasons why I don't travel any more. Plus of course a few other reasons.Ramana Rajgopaulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07595611334904650281noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14874528.post-77625697178781482122019-10-14T16:30:06.990-02:302019-10-14T16:30:06.990-02:30Thank you to all of the above for helping me confi...Thank you to all of the above for helping me confirm that I'm not a tight-assed, unwilling-to-compromise, unadaptable person for refusing to take a trip through 3 countries in Europe last year with my husband, his son and daughter-in-law and their 9-month-old baby. I knew I didn't want to be caught/stuck in the many uncomfortable (and possibly long-lasting) situations that would come up with a wee one in airports and on planes and trains and other people's homes and so on, or with people I care for but have never spent a lot of time with. That is not my idea of a holiday or a good time but some people raised their eyebrows at me, as if I was missing a real opportunity. However, even now, more than a year later when my husband recounts one of their inconvenient or tiresome experiences, I'm glad I didn't go. I have no interest in going, really, in the first place, but I might consider it in different circumstances. Comfort would be a top priority. -KateStubblejumpers Cafenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14874528.post-46255185263876676482019-10-14T12:38:03.765-02:302019-10-14T12:38:03.765-02:30WWW there us the inconvenience of getting back up ...WWW there us the inconvenience of getting back up off the ground after kissing it.<br />I,too , am at the point of enjoying my own company better than any other and only go where I can leave and be home by nightfall, safe and comfortable. My own bed, so to speak, and truly. <br />Gemma's personhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02740156670047388540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14874528.post-41603224233157402582019-10-13T15:58:50.858-02:302019-10-13T15:58:50.858-02:30I know I struggled with posting it Annie as I felt...I know I struggled with posting it Annie as I felt it was such a whine but looking at my journal of the event I went lightly on the situation as it was actually a little worse :(<br /><br />XO<br />WWWWisewebwomanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15281689872840844191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14874528.post-21043951365069315532019-10-13T15:26:45.041-02:302019-10-13T15:26:45.041-02:30That does sound hard. One doesn't like to soun...That does sound hard. One doesn't like to sound ungrateful but a little rant is sometimes called for. And Carlin absolutely nailed it, as usual (too bad he's gone!).Anniehttp://mzodell.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14874528.post-67398607388213985692019-10-13T11:59:42.666-02:302019-10-13T11:59:42.666-02:30We are each of us aging in divergent ways SAW and ...We are each of us aging in divergent ways SAW and finding the twain meeting is difficult. I am sure I irritated her as much with my pills and cane and regulated meals. Hotels or Airbnbs are the way to fly. As inquiries can be made - it's hard to make demands of friends about room size and safety bars etc. etc.<br /><br />XO<br />WWWWisewebwomanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15281689872840844191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14874528.post-21934144679665828942019-10-13T11:57:07.726-02:302019-10-13T11:57:07.726-02:30I realize also that we only have a few short years...I realize also that we only have a few short years in later life where we can still sort of adapt.Those days are gone for me.<br /><br />XO<br />WWWWisewebwomanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15281689872840844191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14874528.post-42701877007947569482019-10-13T11:56:04.496-02:302019-10-13T11:56:04.496-02:30And I desperately needed to remind myself fors if ...And I desperately needed to remind myself fors if I don't write it down for myself and others it tends to fade into a rosy memory of the good times and not the bad.<br /><br />No more adaptations. I like that.<br /><br />XO<br />WWW<br />Wisewebwomanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15281689872840844191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14874528.post-5960587807650546892019-10-13T10:26:25.381-02:302019-10-13T10:26:25.381-02:30George Carlin so so often right on target. Love th...George Carlin so so often right on target. Love that riff on stuff.<br /><br />I used to love to camp, but wouldn't sleep on the ground now if you paid me. I think it's naturally to crave more comfort as you age. Sorry you and your travel companion weren't a great fit.Secret Agent Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07564690116156754219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14874528.post-46876986726980488452019-10-13T10:09:27.763-02:302019-10-13T10:09:27.763-02:30I hear ya about tolerance for discomfort fading wi...I hear ya about tolerance for discomfort fading with age. Thanks for the funny bit about "stuff."Tomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08611148987085476580noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14874528.post-72666569222685785982019-10-13T01:51:49.533-02:302019-10-13T01:51:49.533-02:30Every one of your points reminds me of why I stay ...Every one of your points reminds me of why I stay home. I like my comfort and I'm used to this place now, so there are no more adaptations necessary.Riverhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14794655013673748992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14874528.post-19494499859990685582019-10-13T01:16:11.407-02:302019-10-13T01:16:11.407-02:30Always!!! And we would understand bubble time and ...Always!!! And we would understand bubble time and lots of it.<br /><br />XO<br />WWWWisewebwomanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15281689872840844191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14874528.post-65492054530128344642019-10-13T01:15:13.963-02:302019-10-13T01:15:13.963-02:30It was extraordinarily challenging Joanne, and she...It was extraordinarily challenging Joanne, and she is a good friend for many, many years. Keeping the brave face and the nerves under tight control was so very exhausting. I absolutely cringe when I think of that closet-bedroom and my entrapment. <br /><br />I am glad my honest post helped you make up your mind. I will never do this again.<br /><br />XO<br />WWWWisewebwomanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15281689872840844191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14874528.post-15067436492610388322019-10-13T01:11:44.470-02:302019-10-13T01:11:44.470-02:30Thanks for the validation Andrew. I know my first ...Thanks for the validation Andrew. I know my first post was positive and charming but it wasn't all the truth and I've always posted about the downsides of life too, so it was very mixed, the experiences were absolutely delightful but the actual living was a huge challenge. Not to be repeated.<br /><br />XO<br />WWWWisewebwomanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15281689872840844191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14874528.post-80212604800856073762019-10-12T22:46:35.956-02:302019-10-12T22:46:35.956-02:30I've had second thoughts about an upcoming tri...I've had second thoughts about an upcoming trip. You just confirmed them.I would not be a good guest in a stranger's strange home.Joanne Noragonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16601010208310707750noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14874528.post-84867970007369142662019-10-12T20:54:41.287-02:302019-10-12T20:54:41.287-02:30We would get separate rooms!We would get separate rooms!dkzodyhttp://dkzody.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14874528.post-28330815077676121782019-10-12T20:23:51.635-02:302019-10-12T20:23:51.635-02:30My partner says always stay positive on Facebook. ...My partner says always stay positive on Facebook. His interpretation of positive and mine are different, so I rarely do anything but click like. But my blog is different, I can be negative and critical and write pretty well what I like and still I have treasured people who comment.<br /><br />I think you have to think very hard before travelling again, well in that manner where you are a guest. Even if someone offers us free accommodation, we prefer to pay and have our own space. Even staying with my partner's sister recently, lovely as she is, it was hard going.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14874528.post-84543875424454385492019-10-12T19:36:50.812-02:302019-10-12T19:36:50.812-02:30Good plan Gigi, There is really is no need for me ...Good plan Gigi, There is really is no need for me to get off this island either. I am not a sun worshipper and enjoy, immensely, my own company and life here so yes from one island to another, we love where we live!<br /><br />XO<br />WWWWisewebwomanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15281689872840844191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14874528.post-55166332215196389602019-10-12T19:35:35.997-02:302019-10-12T19:35:35.997-02:30Oh loads of very pleasurable moments, Nick, it was...Oh loads of very pleasurable moments, Nick, it was the day to day living thing that was a problem and only for me. I learned a lot and won't repeat sharing another's dwelling in a distant place without transportation :)<br /><br />XO<br />WWWWisewebwomanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15281689872840844191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14874528.post-174288808566368612019-10-12T19:33:50.931-02:302019-10-12T19:33:50.931-02:30Smooth move, EC. She had originally booked us a sh...Smooth move, EC. She had originally booked us a shared room at the Gaelic College but I howled at that and she switched us to separate. I think she's a far more tolerant person than I am. At times we run into our own limitations and not in a nice way. Dat me. :D<br /><br />XO<br />WWW Wisewebwomanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15281689872840844191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14874528.post-30045086558113183352019-10-12T19:31:35.440-02:302019-10-12T19:31:35.440-02:30Absolutely DKZ, we would get along very well toget...Absolutely DKZ, we would get along very well together!!<br /><br />XO<br />WWWWisewebwomanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15281689872840844191noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14874528.post-12173751082764844832019-10-12T19:31:09.272-02:302019-10-12T19:31:09.272-02:30I would travel again but it would be hotel or inns...I would travel again but it would be hotel or inns. And my own car. And large room w desk, etc.<br /><br />XO<br />WWWWisewebwomanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15281689872840844191noreply@blogger.com