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Over 50s. Have you outgrown/got bored of anything?

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JumpingDizzy · 27/05/2025 15:47

Mine is spas or spa days. I used to love them. Went to one recently and was so bored.

Dh and I camped (tent) recently and the place was so peaceful and beautiful I realised I enjoyed this much more than spa days or stays. The weather was good admittedly. But even so walking in the beautiful dales was so therapeutic. Also the wild swimming under waterfalls was blissful. Dh and I often camp but have found the best site. Cost less than £60 Inc electric hook up. First time we've used electric.

Dh and I walk lots. Loads of long distance walking. I also walk with friends. So it isn't a new realisation that I love the outdoors. Just a sudden realisation that spa days bore me now.

Have you outgrown anything? Or found a new love of something?

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MusedeBordeaux · 27/05/2025 15:52

Shopping. I just can't be arsed anymore. I used to love spending days clothes shopping, bags and shoes shopping, shopping for the home etc. Now i just think if I don't need it, I'll never go looking and always buying like I used to.

Like yourself though, walking and being in the great outdoors is my pleasure since turning 50. Early nights and books too!

Charlottejbt · 27/05/2025 15:51

Fashion! Used to love it, now everything's drab and saggy and baggy (by which I mainly mean clothes in the shops, although me as well!).

rumred · 27/05/2025 15:50

Outgrown pubs and clubs.
Fonder of early nights, period dramas and tea.