FabSwingers.com forum: End of 2023

By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

As the final month of the year looms.

How are you feeling heading into the final month of 2023 ?

Was 2023 good or bad for you ?

Would you repeat the year again or you literally cannot wait for that stroke of midnight as we enter 2024 ?

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By *adger BrocMan
over a year ago

Co. Cork

One of the best years ever....and I have had more than most on here.

Looking forward to an even better 2024.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"As the final month of the year looms.

How are you feeling heading into the final month of 2023 ?

Was 2023 good or bad for you ?

Would you repeat the year again or you literally cannot wait for that stroke of midnight as we enter 2024 ? "

I'm looking forward to 2024,, I'm going to try to make some time for me

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By *ealitybitesMan
over a year ago

Belfast

Right up there as one of the shittiest years ever and can't wait to see the back of it.

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By *og-ManMan
over a year ago

somewhere

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By *og-ManMan
over a year ago

somewhere

Probably one of my best years ever with October being a standout month.

Got some stuff ticked off my bucket list from fab and vanilla world

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Right up there as one of the shittiest years ever and can't wait to see the back of it. "

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By *erry cMan
over a year ago

Longford westmeath

The worst year of my life can't wait for new one

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"The worst year of my life can't wait for new one"

Really? Hope your OK

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By *imeovurlifeMan
over a year ago

west cork

Very bad. Was hoping to get a meet even if it was just coffee before the end of the year won't be holding my breath tho ??

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By *erry cMan
over a year ago

Longford westmeath

"The worst year of my life can't wait for new one

Really? Hope your OK "
thanks

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By *eralt80Man
over a year ago

cork

Bit of a mixed bag for me. Got to meet my youngest nephew in person for the first time last Christmas, but my father ended up in house then at the same time. And then meet him again in the summer when my father passed away so happy and sad times.

Work wise I continue to be busy and the future seems bright.

Took a good long fab hiatus too, still not got the gra back for it, next year now

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Very bad. Was hoping to get a meet even if it was just coffee before the end of the year won't be holding my breath tho ??"

Look on the help a fabber thread

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"The worst year of my life can't wait for new one

Really? Hope your OK thanks "

Look after yourself

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

2023 for me personally wasn’t quite but I’m so glad where I am right now.

Fully intend to enjoy the last month of 2023.

Glad some had an amazing year.

For those who hadn’t everything will always come full circle no matter what.

Sometimes everything must break down to bring much better circumstances into your life.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm not 50 both my parents have passed .. and my son has moved to Australia.. feeling shitty tbh .. but I'll be

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By *electableicecreamMan
over a year ago

The West

This year I:

Let go an unfulfilling career.

Became single after an engagement and the greatest romance of my life. February

Had to find a new home (unrelated to relationships).

Took the year off work to figure myself out.

Found my feet as a single parent after 3 years

Embraced being single for the first time in my life.

Explored my sexual identity and challenged my preconceived ideas about attraction and relationships.

Learned to communicate in a neutral way about my needs as a person.

Learned about healthy boundaries and sane limits and how they evolve.

Had a threesome (or a few

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Accepted my non neurotypical brain and gave myself the time and space away from the influences that didn't.

Found and made friends in a sex positive community.

Found life changing solutions to health issues for both my children.

Found a new best friend.

Got my first pets as adult. Two kittens.

Found funding, support and mentorship to start a few career next year

Probably the most brutal and also the greatest year of my life.

I'm really looking forward to next year.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Very bad. Was hoping to get a meet even if it was just coffee before the end of the year won't be holding my breath tho ??"

Go on meet ya for a coffee before Santa arrives

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By *erry cMan
over a year ago

Longford westmeath

"The worst year of my life can't wait for new one

Really? Hope your OK thanks

Look after yourself "
keeping my good side out

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Goodnight all x

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By *erry cMan
over a year ago

Longford westmeath

"I'm not 50 both my parents have passed .. and my son has moved to Australia.. feeling shitty tbh .. but I'll be

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both my parents passed by the time I was 21

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"This year I:

Let go an unfulfilling career.

Became single after an engagement and the greatest romance of my life. February

Had to find a new home (unrelated to relationships).

Took the year off work to figure myself out.

Found my feet as a single parent after 3 years

Embraced being single for the first time in my life.

Explored my sexual identity and challenged my preconceived ideas about attraction and relationships.

Learned to communicate in a neutral way about my needs as a person.

Learned about healthy boundaries and sane limits and how they evolve.

Had a threesome (or a few

)

Accepted my non neurotypical brain and gave myself the time and space away from the influences that didn't.

Found and made friends in a sex positive community.

Found life changing solutions to health issues for both my children.

Found a new best friend.

Got my first pets as adult. Two kittens.

Found funding, support and mentorship to start a few career next year

Probably the most brutal and also the greatest year of my life.

I'm really looking forward to next year.

Fair play love. Tell me when’s the autobiography out ?

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Goodnight all x "

Good night love xx

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By *imeovurlifeMan
over a year ago

west cork

"I'm not 50 both my parents have passed .. and my son has moved to Australia.. feeling shitty tbh .. but I'll be

I know the feeling I lost both mine at 30. Still struggling to cope but have great friends. It gets better as the years go by. Slightly

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By *rRiosMan
over a year ago

dublin

"Right up there as one of the shittiest years ever and can't wait to see the back of it. "

Sorry to hear. I always appreciated your take on the forums because I have no idea. Hope next year is better.

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By *arrot_in_a_boxCouple
over a year ago

kinda dublin

A good year all round with us. Missus graduated and got a great job. I bought a house and got the keys last week so we will be moving in together once the bed arrives.

Good Times ahead

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Good on you OP Lovely thread, shows everyone is real and has a story to be told .. I'm really going to bed

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"A good year all round with us. Missus graduated and got a great job. I bought a house and got the keys last week so we will be moving in together once the bed arrives.

Good Times ahead

Good on ye .. well done

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"A good year all round with us. Missus graduated and got a great job. I bought a house and got the keys last week so we will be moving in together once the bed arrives.

Good Times ahead

Good on ye .. well done

Was just gonna say it. Great contributions all xx

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By *elle111Woman
over a year ago

For the first time ever I reached my capacity of the shit that life threw at me which was scary when it hit but I’m lucky to be able to start again and have the first year down in my own solo home. Lol well me and the bank’s! So one of the worst but light at the end of the tunnel. Great family and the best of friends are everything.

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By *elle111Woman
over a year ago

"A good year all round with us. Missus graduated and got a great job. I bought a house and got the keys last week so we will be moving in together once the bed arrives.

Good Times ahead

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love this!

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By *og-ManMan
over a year ago

somewhere

"A good year all round with us. Missus graduated and got a great job. I bought a house and got the keys last week so we will be moving in together once the bed arrives.

Good Times ahead

Delighted for you

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By *og-ManMan
over a year ago

somewhere

"For the first time ever I reached my capacity of the shit that life threw at me which was scary when it hit but I’m lucky to be able to start again and have the first year down in my own solo home. Lol well me and the bank’s! So one of the worst but light at the end of the tunnel. Great family and the best of friends are everything. "

Well done on your first year

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By *astelloWoman
over a year ago

Far far away

This year I

Took back control of my life

Went on an amazing trip with my son

Drank lots of coffee

Read voraciously but never finished a book.

Juggled even more projects

Paid off a mortgage

Swam naked

Felt the pain of grief

Made new friends

2024.... Let's be having ya!

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By *orYourThighsOnlyMan
over a year ago

Midlands

Extremely busy year. Was looking forward to rest.

Terminated bad career.

Renewed a Newer career.

New phone number and cut loose the undeserving.

Made more time for myself.

Took 1 day a week as holidays to explore.

Sex bucklist getting ticked off steadily. Open minded to trying more new and exciting ideas.

Injury healing nicely, muscles reloading for Xmas

Roll on 2024. New challenges and adventures await

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By *ural delightMan
over a year ago

Enniskillen

Was a year of ups and downs

did lots of travelling met some really interesting people and seen some fantastic places

Had to move house,but it was a good thing as it finally made me make the move I always wanted

Starting a new career path just needed the push of the move to make me go for what I always wanted.

Loved and lost.

Started gym and surprised myself that I really love my daily workout.

Focused more on my wellbeing and mental health.

Looking forward to 2024 and all that's going to come

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By *ipstick KissesWoman
over a year ago

There and Here

It hasn't been great.

I've really struggled this year with my physical and mental health. It has felt like a constant battle with anxiety and agoraphobia, then

rounded the year off with a bereavement and a break up.

Definitely issues that need to be addressed and changes made in 2024

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

This year literally disappeared on me, time seemed to pass so quickly.

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By *udding RoseWoman
over a year ago

Somewhere out there

It hasn't been a great year for me. It's been very stressful at times. I've basically been on call for my sister since January........

But on a lighter note, I've made a decision to start a new career path and I start work experience in the first week of January!!!

I re-joined fab so that has been good!!

Health-wise - recently been told I have the full bill of health but I need to work on my diet and cut down on the sugars a lot so I'll have to avoid baking cakes to bring to socials, sorry to all those who love my cakes!!!

I actually don't have any work on over Xmas which means I can really enjoy it this year which makes a change!!

Roll on 2024 as there are lots to look forward to including a possible trip to Gran Canaria!!!

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By *elfastDMan
over a year ago

belfast

This year almost skipped by me without letting me know it was happening

Hopefully next year is a bit more memorable

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By *TinyDelight-Woman
over a year ago

City Centre

I've had a fantastic year. I've accomplished a huge amount, travelled a lot, and spent time nurturing myself and my personal relationships, which has led to extraordinary results.

I'm feeling very positive heading into the new year.

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By *elle111Woman
over a year ago

"Well done on your first year "
I can’t believe it Bog, in some ways it has flown and others it has been snails pace but in the middle of a gorgeous bathroom refit and excited for Xmas. Hopefully catch u n T soon xx

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By *ustBoWoman
over a year ago

Somewhere in Co. Down

It's been a tough year for a few different reasons none of which I want to share in the forums. At times it felt like I was just in survival mode and wading through mud just getting through it. But in saying that good friends especially my bestie from here and in life outside of here has made a big difference. And has made the year so much better.

The bravery someone has shown this year has amazed me and I don't think they even realise it.

It's made me realise how important real friends and my family mean to me and how much we support each other in times of need.

I'll be glad to see the back of this year and I hope next year things will pick up for everyone who has had a tough year. And for those who didn't I hope it continues to be a great year for them.

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By *ichael CoolMan
over a year ago

unknown

How honest of you, thank you for your openness, terrible year for me too in so many ways, nevertheless it's people like you who give me strength and courage, thank you.

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By *ealitybitesMan
over a year ago

Belfast

"It's been a tough year for a few different reasons none of which I want to share in the forums. At times it felt like I was just in survival mode and wading through mud just getting through it. But in saying that good friends especially my bestie from here and in life outside of here has made a big difference. And has made the year so much better.

The bravery someone has shown this year has amazed me and I don't think they even realise it.

It's made me realise how important real friends and my family mean to me and how much we support each other in times of need.

I'll be glad to see the back of this year and I hope next year things will pick up for everyone who has had a tough year. And for those who didn't I hope it continues to be a great year for them. "

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By *elle111Woman
over a year ago

The bravery someone has shown this year has amazed me and I don't think they even realise it.

It's made me realise how important real friends and my family mean to me and how much we support each other in times of need.

I'll be glad to see the back of this year and I hope next year things will pick up for everyone who has had a tough year. And for those who didn't I hope it continues to be a great year for them. "
These things sent to break us and they just make us rebuild stronger but it takes longer for some and less for others JustBo, u keep doing it your way and lean on friends when u need the support xx and fk it if it doesn’t work let’s all sell up and open a commune in GC.

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By *erry cMan
over a year ago

Longford westmeath

"This year I

Took back control of my life

Went on an amazing trip with my son

Drank lots of coffee

Read voraciously but never finished a book.

Juggled even more projects

Paid off a mortgage

Swam naked

Felt the pain of grief

Made new friends

2024.... Let's be having ya! "
sounds good fair play to u

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By *ushin realityCouple
over a year ago

swords

Last 3 years have been horrendous, but right in the middle I met the most wonderful man ever and things changed. Got great news a few weeks ago so I'm definitely looking forward to a new year of fun,laughs and a bit less stress xx

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By *og-ManMan
over a year ago

somewhere

"Last 3 years have been horrendous, but right in the middle I met the most wonderful man ever and things changed. Got great news a few weeks ago so I'm definitely looking forward to a new year of fun,laughs and a bit less stress xx"

Whats your due date

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

For me, most of 2023 has been real shi**y. Between my work, family losses, family illnesses, and my health suffering to the extent that it was a real struggle for most of the year.

I did learn, though, that I am much stronger than I thought I was, and importantly, I found out who was there for me and who wasn't.

I am now more content than I have been for years and looking forward to 2024 as so many things planned!

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By *ustBoWoman
over a year ago

Somewhere in Co. Down

The bravery someone has shown this year has amazed me and I don't think they even realise it.

It's made me realise how important real friends and my family mean to me and how much we support each other in times of need.

I'll be glad to see the back of this year and I hope next year things will pick up for everyone who has had a tough year. And for those who didn't I hope it continues to be a great year for them. These things sent to break us and they just make us rebuild stronger but it takes longer for some and less for others JustBo, u keep doing it your way and lean on friends when u need the support xx and fk it if it doesn’t work let’s all sell up and open a commune in GC. "

Thank you for your lovely post and that sounds like a great idea if things aren't better next year

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By *jdublinMan
over a year ago

dublin

I’m contented I have my health and employment but my heart breaks for what’s going on in Ireland and abroad Hopefully there is more positivity in 2024

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By *huCullainMan
over a year ago

Rathowen

As Johnny Logan once said...Just another year

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By *ushin realityCouple
over a year ago

swords

Whats your due date

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Ha ha brilliant Bog,the twins will be arriving on Valentines day

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By *rish_GuyMan
over a year ago

Foxford

Started off 2023 by joining Fab,rightly. Glad I did it, so far anyway's. Less than 2 months ago a family member, health took a turn for the worse. Which has lead to it's own stress & hassel. Otherwise it was just plane shity year, like most year's for me.

All that said looking forward to 2024, with joy.

Looking forward to more interaction relating to fab.

Looking forward to finally walking out of the place I work in,for the VERY last time, to NEVER walk back into EVER again. What I'll do afterwards, God knows. It wouldn't bother me, if I end up on the dole again. It wouldn't bother me if it's for a long period of time either. Before anybody says anything getting a new job before leaving a job, DOESN'T work like that with me. Who knows, might start working for meslf, during the year. Could really do with something good happening.

(As for losing A parent part. That's already happened for me/us. So wouldn't be going through that again. As it's not a nice or happy thing to go through)

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By *oserMan
over a year ago

where the wild roses grow

"It hasn't been a great year for me. It's been very stressful at times. I've basically been on call for my sister since January........

But on a lighter note, I've made a decision to start a new career path and I start work experience in the first week of January!!!

I re-joined fab so that has been good!!

I actually don't have any work on over Xmas which means I can really enjoy it this year which makes a change!!

Roll on 2024 as there are lots to look forward to including a possible trip to Gran Canaria!!!

Well look what the cat dragged in,,,,, heya Rose, been a while

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Excluding a health issue I’ve had over the past 5 weeks 2023 has been an okay year. Nothing more, nothing less. Looking forward to 2024, getting the house decorated, garden sort and maybe a holiday squeezed in somewhere a long the way. All recommendations welcome! Lol

New beginnings, new outlook, new year, new start. Perhaps the chance to learn something new in 2024, joining a group of some sort, going somewhere new. New hobby, new people, new interests and something more than just going to work and not really doing much else.

Perhaps 2024 will bring a new woman into my life, who just wants me for my body and I’ll not be that sex starved middle aged guy anymore. Fingers crossed his end! Hopefully there’s plenty to look forward to in the coming weeks as we see out 2023 and maybe, just maybe 2024 will start of with a bang. Well, one that puts a smile on my/your face at least!

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By *udding RoseWoman
over a year ago

Somewhere out there

"It hasn't been a great year for me. It's been very stressful at times. I've basically been on call for my sister since January........

But on a lighter note, I've made a decision to start a new career path and I start work experience in the first week of January!!!

I re-joined fab so that has been good!!

I actually don't have any work on over Xmas which means I can really enjoy it this year which makes a change!!

Roll on 2024 as there are lots to look forward to including a possible trip to Gran Canaria!!!

Well look what the cat dragged in,,,,, heya Rose, been a while

Rosie Yoser, it's Rosie not Rose!

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By *K430Man
over a year ago

Tipperary

Shite with a capital S , particularly the latter part , roll on 24 , onwards and upwards

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By *oserMan
over a year ago

where the wild roses grow

"It hasn't been a great year for me. It's been very stressful at times. I've basically been on call for my sister since January........

But on a lighter note, I've made a decision to start a new career path and I start work experience in the first week of January!!!

I re-joined fab so that has been good!!

I actually don't have any work on over Xmas which means I can really enjoy it this year which makes a change!!

Roll on 2024 as there are lots to look forward to including a possible trip to Gran Canaria!!!

Well look what the cat dragged in,,,,, heya Rose, been a while

Rosie Yoser, it's Rosie not Rose!

my bad. it been a while Rosie.

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