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Reflections on Things I Took for Granted
Posted: Sun May 10, 2020 8:24 am
by Chicagobob
* Morning coffee at the corner cafe
* Getting a haircut
* Seeing friends
Re: Reflections on Things I Took for Granted
Posted: Sun May 10, 2020 9:03 am
by Florida Couple
Mr. took for granted:
spending time with mom, dad, sister.. I can see my mom and dad but, don't hug them because I'm out often (just in case).
hair cuts
movies
eating out / brunch especially
being with my whole team of employees (miss them)
birthday celebrations, celebrations in general
TRAVEL.. cancelled a trip in Ireland & Scotland in May.. just cancelled trip to Jordan in September
Re: Reflections on Things I Took for Granted
Posted: Sun May 10, 2020 2:23 pm
by Chicagobob
Phoenix link wrote:
Mr. took for granted:
spending time with mom, dad, sister.. I can see my mom and dad but, don't hug them because I'm out often (just in case).
hair cuts
movies
eating out / brunch especially
being with my whole team of employees (miss them)
birthday celebrations, celebrations in general
TRAVEL.. cancelled a trip in Ireland & Scotland in May.. just cancelled trip to Jordan in September
Yeah, travel is a big one for me too. I used to love to just take off and decompress.
Re: Reflections on Things I Took for Granted
Posted: Sun May 10, 2020 5:28 pm
by Dr. Who
Traveling is a biggie for me too and not just trips to the Nevada brothels ...LOL Being retired, I would often just hop in the car and take day trips here and there to Wisconsin, Michigan, Indiana, etc. for a change of scenery. Also, visiting the local zoos, museums, summer festivals around town, and meeting up with friends at our local casinos.
I also bought a new SUV last year and was planning on taking some longer road trips which are now on hold.
Re: Reflections on Things I Took for Granted
Posted: Mon May 11, 2020 2:07 pm
by Chicagobob
Dr. Who link wrote:
Traveling is a biggie for me too and not just trips to the Nevada brothels ...LOL Being retired, I would often just hop in the car and take day trips here and there to Wisconsin, Michigan, Indiana, etc. for a change of scenery. Also, visiting the local zoos, museums, summer festivals around town, and meeting up with friends at our local casinos.
I also bought a new SUV last year and was planning on taking some longer road trips which are now on hold.
I miss the parks and museums also! I heard a rumor that Starved Rock Park might be open by the weekend, but I don't know for sure. I could really use some outdoor time.
Re: Reflections on Things I Took for Granted
Posted: Mon May 11, 2020 5:02 pm
by niceguy eddie
Life was so good before and I did not even realize it. I could go where I wanted and did not have to worry about getting sick and dying a horrible death and not even be able to call on friends or family to help me for fear that I might infect them.
Re: Reflections on Things I Took for Granted
Posted: Mon May 11, 2020 5:54 pm
by rachelvarga
I don't take anything for granted.
Re: Reflections on Things I Took for Granted
Posted: Tue May 12, 2020 12:06 pm
by Chicagobob
niceguy eddie link wrote:
Life was so good before and I did not even realize it. I could go where I wanted and did not have to worry about getting sick and dying a horrible death and not even be able to call on friends or family to help me for fear that I might infect them.
I know exactly what you're saying. I'm glad now that I didn't stay on the porch all those years, and ran off the chain! I have a certain solace knowing that I lived life to the fullest!
Re: Reflections on Things I Took for Granted
Posted: Tue May 12, 2020 3:25 pm
by RoxyGold
Rachel Varga link wrote:
I don't take anything for granted.
Me neither.
Re: Reflections on Things I Took for Granted
Posted: Tue May 12, 2020 5:25 pm
by AlexaWu
- Taking the dogs to the beach
- Walking past people without making sure we don't skim clothes
- Going to the grocery store and no lines
- Being able to find yeast at the market
- list goes on..
Re: Reflections on Things I Took for Granted
Posted: Wed May 13, 2020 2:23 am
by Chicagobob
With everyone wearing a mask, what I really miss is seeing people smile.