What are you afraid of? Conversation

Babs2
Last Online: Jun 11 2009

Discussion Started on May 02 2009 at 04:14:40 pm

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Maybe start small; invite a neighbor/church member over for coffee, brunch.

Do you have a special hobby? Teach it to someone.

Vannie
Last Online: Oct 08 2011

Discussion Started on Jul 29 2009 at 11:42:03 am

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It is easier for me to say first what I am not afraid of. I am no longer afraid of becoming a "shopping cart" or "bag lady." I am afraid to take the next step forward to a new home, but working on it in itty bitty baby steps.

Last Online: Dec 31 1969

Discussion Started on Jul 29 2009 at 02:39:44 pm

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Aw c'mon Vannie, take a big giant leap. Life is short, believe me. Want it now? Do it now.

Vannie
Last Online: Oct 08 2011

Discussion Started on Jul 29 2009 at 03:40:50 pm

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Oh Livta Skate, I really am trying. I have started the process by decluttering my apartment and that's no easy task. My biggest problem is waayy too many books. Last year I donated a ton to my library for our annual book sale, doing the same this year. Also, although I am excited by the thought of moving, I worry that I won't be able to get to the theater as I have been able to all of these years. I live 25 minutes away by bus from New York, less by train and both are just two blocks away. It is hard to walk away from that convenience since I love live theater--deep sigh!

Last Online: Dec 31 1969

Discussion Started on Jul 29 2009 at 10:43:08 pm

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Hmm, consider this - there is usually live theater in almost any town with a university. Also community theater etc. Now granted its not tony-winning Broadway stuff but its theater, and perhaps you could be involved in it in some way. Thats not too easy in NYC, but a lot easier in the burbs or the sticks. Mull it over.......

Vannie
Last Online: Oct 08 2011

Discussion Started on Jul 30 2009 at 10:14:14 am

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I would miss easy access to NYC, but, I don't mind local theater, I love it as well. I am realistic enough to know that I am just dragging my feet. (smiling) I do have a two year plan, but I am already into the 8th month of the 1st year. Time really flies when you have made a firm commitment :(

Hey! Stop making me say stuff out loud!! My philosophy(sp?) is when you write things down you have to follow through. LOL

MimiSmith
Last Online: Jul 12 2011

Discussion Started on Mar 14 2010 at 10:26:12 pm

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I refuse to live in fear, it doesn't help. Live your life to the fullest in the healthiest way you can. Divest your life of *stuff* that you don't really need and pray for the best. What will be will be, we can only try and live a healthy life. Genetics plays such a big part.

Dorinda
Last Online: Mar 13 2011

Discussion Started on Mar 13 2011 at 12:58:14 am

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I heard on the news today that 22% of boomers feel they will never stop working...because they can't and 46% will delay retirement .
I have a Plan B because you need to take care of yourself in these times. The "company' can't be guaranteed to do so any longer.
Dorinda

Late Fate
Last Online: Apr 21 2011

Discussion Started on Apr 18 2011 at 08:36:13 am

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Hello. I am 50 too and have been unemployed for 2 years. My wife has a decent paying job. I am full of fear... fear that I can't provide for my wife and child... fear that I will never fulfill my destiny. I don't know why I can't hold on to jobs. I don't do drugs, I don't drink, I show up on time, I work hard. But my jobs never work out. There must be a reason.
So I fear that I won't be able to hold my own (if ever I am on my own). Thanks for asking this question. It's nice to know I am not alone. I am so happy I found this website and the tv shows they air.

Late Fate
Last Online: Apr 21 2011

Discussion Started on Apr 21 2011 at 07:02:11 am

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