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What to do on a miserable wet day (for those retired / not working)

ross1
ross1 Posts: 51,075
edited October 2019 in General Charlton
For all of those who have to go out to work, do not read anymore

As an OAP, it is lovely in the summer and it is warm and sunny, but what to do on a day like today where is is absolutely gushing down and cold? Easy, put on the recent play off at Wembley against Sunderland and enjoy, stress free, all over again. I know some of you younger folk will name a few other things that I have not got the energy for anymore, but I enjoyed 3 hours from build up to celebrations.
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  • Hastingsaddick
    Hastingsaddick Posts: 4,079
    Got my haircut, went to the gym, had a look at CL (do most days), it's brightened up down here now so off out for a pint or 2 down the Old Town before meeting Mrs H for a few more drinks and dinner....she is working from home tomorrow so don't have to get up at 5.30am.
  • addick05
    addick05 Posts: 2,348
    Hastingsaddick said:
    Got my haircut, went to the gym, had a look at CL (do most days), it's brightened up down here now so off out for a pint or 2 down the Old Town before meeting Mrs H for a few more drinks and dinner....she is working from home tomorrow so don't have to get up at 5.30am.

    Which pub?
  • T_C_E
    T_C_E Posts: 16,432
    Exercise the dogs with even less worry about lunatic's. (are those "killer dogs type people)  :)
  • stonemuse
    stonemuse Posts: 34,127
    Wife got her hair done, had a light lunch out, spent the afternoon playing some favourite CD’s and reading, off out in an hour or so for drinks and dinner in our favourite local Italian restaurant, Il Vesuvio in Bexleyheath. 
  • clb74
    clb74 Posts: 10,830
    ross1 said:
    For all of those who have to go out to work, do not read anymore

    As an OAP, it is lovely in the summer and it is warm and sunny, but what to do on a day like today where is is absolutely gushing down and cold? Easy, put on the recent play off at Wembley against Sunderland and enjoy, stress free, all over again. I know some of you younger folk will name a few other things that I have not got the energy for anymore, but I enjoyed 3 hours from build up to celebrations.
    Cold its shorts weather
  • TelMc32
    TelMc32 Posts: 9,107
    Just had a nice swim. Been lazing about most of the day reading and listening to music.  Mind you, it’s about 28 degrees here!! ☀️🏊🏼‍♂️🎧😎
  • ElfsborgAddick
    ElfsborgAddick Posts: 29,311
    ross1 said:
    For all of those who have to go out to work, do not read anymore

    As an OAP, it is lovely in the summer and it is warm and sunny, but what to do on a day like today where is is absolutely gushing down and cold? Easy, put on the recent play off at Wembley against Sunderland and enjoy, stress free, all over again. I know some of you younger folk will name a few other things that I have not got the energy for anymore, but I enjoyed 3 hours from build up to celebrations.
    Wish I could enjoy a 3 hour build up and celebration.
  • SoundAsa£
    SoundAsa£ Posts: 22,537
    TelMc32 said:
    Just had a nice swim. Been lazing about most of the day reading and listening to music.  Mind you, it’s about 28 degrees here!! ☀️🏊🏼‍♂️🎧😎
    Where is here?
  • Wheresmeticket
    Wheresmeticket Posts: 17,304
    Jealous.
  • Daarrzzetbum
    Daarrzzetbum Posts: 1,236
    Not retired as of yet however, put logs on the fire, take the dogs out, read the papers via the Ipad, loads of tea, dogs out once again footy on the TV, hopefully a dry day tomorrow B)

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  • Solidgone
    Solidgone Posts: 10,244
    edited October 2019
    Newly retired but finding each day hectic. After brekki I do about an hour learning German on Duolingo. Emails and YouTube take me up to lunch. Additional hour learning the ukulele combined with my guitar. After lunch normally results in a deep siesta and then start thinking of a couple of pints in the local unless I visit an art gallery/exhibition. Rainy days are new but have no problem filling my day at the moment. I’ve still to make a start on painting my masterpiece. 
    Sometimes i feel that it was less stress working full time! 🤔
  • Cardinal Sin
    Cardinal Sin Posts: 5,233
    Woke up at eightish, two cups of tea whilst reading the Times and then out with the Missus and the Dog through Maryon Wilson Park and Charlton Park. Brunch before doing some paperwork and a couple of jobs around the house. Bit of time with the girls after school and met a friend at The River Ale House for a few pints. Just catching up on CL before bed. Tomorrow is another day.
  • i_b_b_o_r_g
    i_b_b_o_r_g Posts: 18,948
    Get yourself out in the countryside mate. No such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing
  • i_b_b_o_r_g
    i_b_b_o_r_g Posts: 18,948
    ...unless it's really raining, in which case, stay in and watch a bit of filth
  • bobmunro
    bobmunro Posts: 20,994
    Reading this thread has made me realise that it's time to seriously think about retiring.
  • thickandthin63
    thickandthin63 Posts: 2,981
    I play golf unless impossible,I have played guitar and other stringed instruments for many years and can always lock myself away for a few hours and try to improve(I am 75 with Parkinsons so a bit of a challenge),my son is married to a Russian Lady,I had to learn enough Russian to make a speech 5 years ago in St.Petersburgh,I have tried to keep it up but not the easiest of languages,but very satisfying,I do plenty of puzzles to keep the old grey matter ticking over,always something to do.
  • Arsenetatters
    Arsenetatters Posts: 6,024
    It's wood collecting and chopping time of year for me. The last few storms have brought down some lovely dry branches. I'm not a great fan of winter, but sitting by the fire with 'free' wood and a glass of sloe gin is one of the good bits of it.
  • Pelling1993
    Pelling1993 Posts: 6,797
    I just want to retire now and watch cricket every day, Australia/New Zealand from October-April. Then back to England from May-September. pure bliss. 26 is a good time to pack in working right?
  • mistrollingin
    mistrollingin Posts: 3,868
    Bright sunshine in Bexley today B)
  • Addickted
    Addickted Posts: 19,456
    Doing a bit of charity work for the elderly this week, mainly a bit of driving about around Maidstone for doctors/hospital appointments along with (legal) drug deliveries.

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  • DoctorCharlton
    DoctorCharlton Posts: 2,468
    London Bridge has some covered platforms if you fancy a bit of trainspotting 
  • i_b_b_o_r_g
    i_b_b_o_r_g Posts: 18,948
    Arsenetatters said:
    It's wood collecting and chopping time of year for me. The last few storms have brought down some lovely dry branches. I'm not a great fan of winter, but sitting by the fire with 'free' wood and a glass of sloe gin is one of the good bits of it.
    Poor sloes 😉

    @Arsenetatters ?

    We pay between €45 to €50 for chestnut / oak mix
  • DaveMehmet
    DaveMehmet Posts: 21,672
    Arsenetatters said:
    It's wood collecting and chopping time of year for me. The last few storms have brought down some lovely dry branches. I'm not a great fan of winter, but sitting by the fire with 'free' wood and a glass of sloe gin is one of the good bits of it.

    I often sit by the fire with wood. Annoys my wife though, especially when the in laws are over.
  • Uboat
    Uboat Posts: 12,217
    I'm 48 but enjoyed reading the thread as it's given me something to look forward to. 
    If I get run over by a bus in the next 12 years I will be absolutely fucking furious. 
  • lolwray
    lolwray Posts: 4,921
    Played indoor football for 2 hours followed by yoga for an hour went home and watched about 3 hours worth of sport ...went to quiz night at the local came 2nd ..watched the capture when I got in 

    Funnily enough it's a beautiful day today so if it does stay dry I 'll be in garden cutting back etc 
  • Hastingsaddick
    Hastingsaddick Posts: 4,079
    addick05 said:
    Hastingsaddick said:
    Got my haircut, went to the gym, had a look at CL (do most days), it's brightened up down here now so off out for a pint or 2 down the Old Town before meeting Mrs H for a few more drinks and dinner....she is working from home tomorrow so don't have to get up at 5.30am.

    Which pub?
    Met in the Royal Standard and then went to the Hastings Arms (Ruby Tuesday....lamb Madras).
  • Hastingsaddick
    Hastingsaddick Posts: 4,079
    bobmunro said:
    Reading this thread has made me realise that it's time to seriously think about retiring.
    If you can do it Bob.
  • Wheresmeticket
    Wheresmeticket Posts: 17,304
    59 and can't afford to retire.
  • Uboat
    Uboat Posts: 12,217
    Wheresmeticket? said:
    59 and can't afford to retire.
    It's the ultimate time v money trade off isn't it. Although I'm still quite a way off, the thought of retirement focuses my mind on what is more important. I could work for 20 more years and retire very comfortably off, or do another 10 years and have to live a very simple life. The latter is more appealing right now. 
  • TelMc32
    TelMc32 Posts: 9,107
    SoundAsa£ said:
    TelMc32 said:
    Just had a nice swim. Been lazing about most of the day reading and listening to music.  Mind you, it’s about 28 degrees here!! ☀️🏊🏼‍♂️🎧😎
    Where is here?
    Playa Blanca in Lanzarote. I am not looking forward to coming back on Sunday.  Advanced planning trip for retirement in a couple of years.

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