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By *onguesandpuns OP   Man
over a year ago

East Midlands

Yes it's been shit but there have been a few chinks of light amongst the darkness of lockdown.

Do you have any lockdown positives? I'll start...

I started running to maintain fitness and wellbeing right at the start of the first lockdown. I can now run 10k in 56 minutes without stopping.

Anyone else got any lockdown positives you'd like to share (BTW 'not going insane' definitely counts!)?

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By *inchyorksMan
over a year ago

huddersfield

I have managed to write three scripts, so when the theatres open i am four shows in front!

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By *estivalMan
over a year ago

borehamwood

before the first lockdown i could do around 6 miles on the bike then id feel like i was about to have heart attack lol now i can do 15-20 miles no probs

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

No kids visiting trying to borrow all my bloody tools and not returning them

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By *onguesandpuns OP   Man
over a year ago

East Midlands


"I have managed to write three scripts, so when the theatres open i am four shows in front! "

Great stuff! You should post on here when one of the productions goes live. I'm missing the arts sooo much!

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By *atEvolutionCouple
over a year ago

atlantisEVOLUTION Swingers Club. Stoke


"Yes it's been shit but there have been a few chinks of light amongst the darkness of lockdown.

Do you have any lockdown positives? I'll start...

I started running to maintain fitness and wellbeing right at the start of the first lockdown. I can now run 10k in 56 minutes without stopping.

Anyone else got any lockdown positives you'd like to share (BTW 'not going insane' definitely counts!)?

"

Go you !!! Well done.

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

Oh being able to walk around the house naked, knowing no one is going to come round

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By *onguesandpuns OP   Man
over a year ago

East Midlands


"No kids visiting trying to borrow all my bloody tools and not returning them "

Haha. Daaad, can I just borrow this please?!

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By *ust some cock suckerMan
over a year ago

Preston

Lockdown can be good for tight fisted twats like me...

"ooo I'd like to try this restaurant"

Can't go, It's shut cos of lockdown

"ohh so-on-so said they went here"

Can't go, It's shut cos of lockdown

"this Hotel and Spa is meant to be AMAAAZING"

Can't go, it's shut cos of lockdown

Yes, lockdown can be AMAZING

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By *onguesandpuns OP   Man
over a year ago

East Midlands


"Yes it's been shit but there have been a few chinks of light amongst the darkness of lockdown.

Do you have any lockdown positives? I'll start...

I started running to maintain fitness and wellbeing right at the start of the first lockdown. I can now run 10k in 56 minutes without stopping.

Anyone else got any lockdown positives you'd like to share (BTW 'not going insane' definitely counts!)?

Go you !!! Well done."

Thank you!

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By *onguesandpuns OP   Man
over a year ago

East Midlands


"before the first lockdown i could do around 6 miles on the bike then id feel like i was about to have heart attack lol now i can do 15-20 miles no probs"

Brilliant!

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By *havennaturistsCouple
over a year ago

Banff

UK Lockdown? What lockdown? Seen the crowds on Merseyside waiting for the Tottenham coach to arrive for a football match?

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By *onguesandpuns OP   Man
over a year ago

East Midlands


"Lockdown can be good for tight fisted twats like me...

"ooo I'd like to try this restaurant"

Can't go, It's shut cos of lockdown

"ohh so-on-so said they went here"

Can't go, It's shut cos of lockdown

"this Hotel and Spa is meant to be AMAAAZING"

Can't go, it's shut cos of lockdown

Yes, lockdown can be AMAZING "

You're from Preston? Not born in Yorkshire? I'm allowed to say that being from Yorkshire myself

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By *yn drwgMan
over a year ago

Camarthen


"Yes it's been shit but there have been a few chinks of light amongst the darkness of lockdown.

Do you have any lockdown positives? I'll start...

I started running to maintain fitness and wellbeing right at the start of the first lockdown. I can now run 10k in 56 minutes without stopping.

Anyone else got any lockdown positives you'd like to share (BTW 'not going insane' definitely counts!)?

"

Was there any reason that you couldn't run before lockdown? I'm sorry but I find no benefits to lockdown.

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By *onguesandpuns OP   Man
over a year ago

East Midlands


"Yes it's been shit but there have been a few chinks of light amongst the darkness of lockdown.

Do you have any lockdown positives? I'll start...

I started running to maintain fitness and wellbeing right at the start of the first lockdown. I can now run 10k in 56 minutes without stopping.

Anyone else got any lockdown positives you'd like to share (BTW 'not going insane' definitely counts!)?

Was there any reason that you couldn't run before lockdown? I'm sorry but I find no benefits to lockdown."

Sorry to hear that. I started running because I had the time to do it and prior to that I'd been doing other stuff to maintain fitness and had a busy job where I was frequently out and about. Suddenly due to working from home, everything became very sedentary, so I thought I'd give it a go. Let's hope it's all over soon!

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By *yn drwgMan
over a year ago

Camarthen


"Yes it's been shit but there have been a few chinks of light amongst the darkness of lockdown.

Do you have any lockdown positives? I'll start...

I started running to maintain fitness and wellbeing right at the start of the first lockdown. I can now run 10k in 56 minutes without stopping.

Anyone else got any lockdown positives you'd like to share (BTW 'not going insane' definitely counts!)?

Was there any reason that you couldn't run before lockdown? I'm sorry but I find no benefits to lockdown.

Sorry to hear that. I started running because I had the time to do it and prior to that I'd been doing other stuff to maintain fitness and had a busy job where I was frequently out and about. Suddenly due to working from home, everything became very sedentary, so I thought I'd give it a go. Let's hope it's all over soon! "

Been a runner myself for many years it's good for the mind as well as body hope you keep going and improving.

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By *onguesandpuns OP   Man
over a year ago

East Midlands


"Yes it's been shit but there have been a few chinks of light amongst the darkness of lockdown.

Do you have any lockdown positives? I'll start...

I started running to maintain fitness and wellbeing right at the start of the first lockdown. I can now run 10k in 56 minutes without stopping.

Anyone else got any lockdown positives you'd like to share (BTW 'not going insane' definitely counts!)?

Was there any reason that you couldn't run before lockdown? I'm sorry but I find no benefits to lockdown.

Sorry to hear that. I started running because I had the time to do it and prior to that I'd been doing other stuff to maintain fitness and had a busy job where I was frequently out and about. Suddenly due to working from home, everything became very sedentary, so I thought I'd give it a go. Let's hope it's all over soon!

Been a runner myself for many years it's good for the mind as well as body hope you keep going and improving."

Thank you. It's been a godsend.

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


"UK Lockdown? What lockdown? Seen the crowds on Merseyside waiting for the Tottenham coach to arrive for a football match?"

Positivity only thanks.

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

Iv had plenty of overtime and earned lots more than usual

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By *onguesandpuns OP   Man
over a year ago

East Midlands


"Iv had plenty of overtime and earned lots more than usual "

Kerching £$£$

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By *elshcouple18Couple
over a year ago

Cardiff

Found our local nudist beach last spring, and out more on our bikes, we've enjoyed lockdown, don't know what all the fuss has been about..

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By *ap d agde coupleCouple
over a year ago

Broadstairs

Managed to save £15000 to help when the great big Depression arrives , least we may be able to afford to eat

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By *igboi27888Man
over a year ago

crowborough

It’s so boring just doing my acting working going for runs been on bike

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

No unexpected visitors to my home

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By *inchyorksMan
over a year ago

huddersfield


"I have managed to write three scripts, so when the theatres open i am four shows in front!

Great stuff! You should post on here when one of the productions goes live. I'm missing the arts sooo much! "

Well i have venues booked for April and May, but not too confident yet, so just trying to book for September!

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By *d4fun73Man
over a year ago

Shipley

Set up a u tube channel to put my music out there.

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


"Iv had plenty of overtime and earned lots more than usual "
same here earnt my normal yearly wage on week 36 every day now is extra.

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By *horltzMan
over a year ago

heysham

Saved a fortune

Stripped and re built several motorbikes

Tidied the house

Tidied the garden

Still get a bit bored in the evenings though

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By *onguesandpuns OP   Man
over a year ago

East Midlands


"Set up a u tube channel to put my music out there. "

You should post a link on here?!

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


"Yes it's been shit but there have been a few chinks of light amongst the darkness of lockdown.

Do you have any lockdown positives? I'll start...

I started running to maintain fitness and wellbeing right at the start of the first lockdown. I can now run 10k in 56 minutes without stopping.

Anyone else got any lockdown positives you'd like to share (BTW 'not going insane' definitely counts!)?

Was there any reason that you couldn't run before lockdown? I'm sorry but I find no benefits to lockdown.

Sorry to hear that. I started running because I had the time to do it and prior to that I'd been doing other stuff to maintain fitness and had a busy job where I was frequently out and about. Suddenly due to working from home, everything became very sedentary, so I thought I'd give it a go. Let's hope it's all over soon!

Been a runner myself for many years it's good for the mind as well as body hope you keep going and improving.

Thank you. It's been a godsend. "

I started the running thing too it helps with switching off after work and keeps the depression at bay. i even managed to do the Edinburgh virtual marathon (4hrs 40mins). now training for the next one with the hope that people can cheer me on this time round so I will need to hide my tears of pain. keep on running

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By *onguesandpuns OP   Man
over a year ago

East Midlands


"Found our local nudist beach last spring, and out more on our bikes, we've enjoyed lockdown, don't know what all the fuss has been about.. "

To be fair I'd love to have been locked down in beautiful Wales. Somewhere like Pembrokeshire or Barmouth!

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By *onguesandpuns OP   Man
over a year ago

East Midlands


"Yes it's been shit but there have been a few chinks of light amongst the darkness of lockdown.

Do you have any lockdown positives? I'll start...

I started running to maintain fitness and wellbeing right at the start of the first lockdown. I can now run 10k in 56 minutes without stopping.

Anyone else got any lockdown positives you'd like to share (BTW 'not going insane' definitely counts!)?

Was there any reason that you couldn't run before lockdown? I'm sorry but I find no benefits to lockdown.

Sorry to hear that. I started running because I had the time to do it and prior to that I'd been doing other stuff to maintain fitness and had a busy job where I was frequently out and about. Suddenly due to working from home, everything became very sedentary, so I thought I'd give it a go. Let's hope it's all over soon!

Been a runner myself for many years it's good for the mind as well as body hope you keep going and improving.

Thank you. It's been a godsend.

I started the running thing too it helps with switching off after work and keeps the depression at bay. i even managed to do the Edinburgh virtual marathon (4hrs 40mins). now training for the next one with the hope that people can cheer me on this time round so I will need to hide my tears of pain. keep on running"

Good effort. It really helps maintain mental health doesn't it?

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By *onguesandpuns OP   Man
over a year ago

East Midlands


"Managed to save £15000 to help when the great big Depression arrives , least we may be able to afford to eat "

Very prudent! I've been trying to do the same myself.

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By *appytochatMan
over a year ago

Deep in the New Forest


"Yes it's been shit but there have been a few chinks of light amongst the darkness of lockdown.

Do you have any lockdown positives? I'll start...

I started running to maintain fitness and wellbeing right at the start of the first lockdown. I can now run 10k in 56 minutes without stopping.

Anyone else got any lockdown positives you'd like to share (BTW 'not going insane' definitely counts!)?

"

I expect the STI rate has fallen

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By *iger4uWoman
over a year ago

In my happy place

Bought my house in October.

Got bathroom refitted in November and it's paid for.

Removated porch, decorated a bedroom.

Need warmer weather to make progress.

I need wardrobes so will save up while I can't go anywhere.

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


"Yes it's been shit but there have been a few chinks of light amongst the darkness of lockdown.

Do you have any lockdown positives? I'll start...

I started running to maintain fitness and wellbeing right at the start of the first lockdown. I can now run 10k in 56 minutes without stopping.

Anyone else got any lockdown positives you'd like to share (BTW 'not going insane' definitely counts!)?

Was there any reason that you couldn't run before lockdown? I'm sorry but I find no benefits to lockdown.

Sorry to hear that. I started running because I had the time to do it and prior to that I'd been doing other stuff to maintain fitness and had a busy job where I was frequently out and about. Suddenly due to working from home, everything became very sedentary, so I thought I'd give it a go. Let's hope it's all over soon!

Been a runner myself for many years it's good for the mind as well as body hope you keep going and improving.

Thank you. It's been a godsend.

I started the running thing too it helps with switching off after work and keeps the depression at bay. i even managed to do the Edinburgh virtual marathon (4hrs 40mins). now training for the next one with the hope that people can cheer me on this time round so I will need to hide my tears of pain. keep on running

Good effort. It really helps maintain mental health doesn't it? "

thank you and the same to you. yes as I couldn't do gym classes anymore the running helps I do miss my gym buddies though.

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By *onguesandpuns OP   Man
over a year ago

East Midlands


"Bought my house in October.

Got bathroom refitted in November and it's paid for.

Removated porch, decorated a bedroom.

Need warmer weather to make progress.

I need wardrobes so will save up while I can't go anywhere. "

Wow that's amazing progress. Well done. I'm currently in the midst of a major refurb, but am currently still at the 'living, working and sleeping in one room' stage. Good luck with the rest of your renovations!

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

"Do you have any lockdown positives?"

Erm.. pollution is slightly less!?

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By *iger4uWoman
over a year ago

In my happy place


"Bought my house in October.

Got bathroom refitted in November and it's paid for.

Removated porch, decorated a bedroom.

Need warmer weather to make progress.

I need wardrobes so will save up while I can't go anywhere.

Wow that's amazing progress. Well done. I'm currently in the midst of a major refurb, but am currently still at the 'living, working and sleeping in one room' stage. Good luck with the rest of your renovations! "

I had been renting the house ive bought so im just making things #mine!

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By *onguesandpuns OP   Man
over a year ago

East Midlands


"Yes it's been shit but there have been a few chinks of light amongst the darkness of lockdown.

Do you have any lockdown positives? I'll start...

I started running to maintain fitness and wellbeing right at the start of the first lockdown. I can now run 10k in 56 minutes without stopping.

Anyone else got any lockdown positives you'd like to share (BTW 'not going insane' definitely counts!)?

I expect the STI rate has fallen "

LOL indeed! I think it's quite difficult to catch an sti through self pleasuring?!?

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By *onguesandpuns OP   Man
over a year ago

East Midlands


"Bought my house in October.

Got bathroom refitted in November and it's paid for.

Removated porch, decorated a bedroom.

Need warmer weather to make progress.

I need wardrobes so will save up while I can't go anywhere.

Wow that's amazing progress. Well done. I'm currently in the midst of a major refurb, but am currently still at the 'living, working and sleeping in one room' stage. Good luck with the rest of your renovations!

I had been renting the house ive bought so im just making things #mine!

"

Definitely a lot of satisfaction to be gained from putting your own stamp on your home!

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By *D40Couple
over a year ago

Wolverhampton


"Lockdown can be good for tight fisted twats like me...

"ooo I'd like to try this restaurant"

Can't go, It's shut cos of lockdown

"ohh so-on-so said they went here"

Can't go, It's shut cos of lockdown

"this Hotel and Spa is meant to be AMAAAZING"

Can't go, it's shut cos of lockdown

Yes, lockdown can be AMAZING "

We agree. Couldn't go anywhere, saved money so had a much needed new drive. If there wasn't a lockdown we'd have gone to Thailand and buggar the drive lol

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By *ust some cock suckerMan
over a year ago

Preston


"Lockdown can be good for tight fisted twats like me...

"ooo I'd like to try this restaurant"

Can't go, It's shut cos of lockdown

"ohh so-on-so said they went here"

Can't go, It's shut cos of lockdown

"this Hotel and Spa is meant to be AMAAAZING"

Can't go, it's shut cos of lockdown

Yes, lockdown can be AMAZING

You're from Preston? Not born in Yorkshire? I'm allowed to say that being from Yorkshire myself "

I was but now swapped Roses lol

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By *iger4uWoman
over a year ago

In my happy place


"Bought my house in October.

Got bathroom refitted in November and it's paid for.

Removated porch, decorated a bedroom.

Need warmer weather to make progress.

I need wardrobes so will save up while I can't go anywhere.

Wow that's amazing progress. Well done. I'm currently in the midst of a major refurb, but am currently still at the 'living, working and sleeping in one room' stage. Good luck with the rest of your renovations!

I had been renting the house ive bought so im just making things #mine!

Definitely a lot of satisfaction to be gained from putting your own stamp on your home! "

Yes good luck with the transformation.

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By *d4fun73Man
over a year ago

Shipley


"Set up a u tube channel to put my music out there.

You should post a link on here?! "

If you search for adivision m

You should be able to find it. It's a wip though!

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By *heesywotsitMan
over a year ago

Highbury

I started a WhatsApp group in my street..now have the numbers of a dozen local yummy mummies!

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By * F 2018Couple
over a year ago

shropshire


"Yes it's been shit but there have been a few chinks of light amongst the darkness of lockdown.

Do you have any lockdown positives? I'll start...

I started running to maintain fitness and wellbeing right at the start of the first lockdown. I can now run 10k in 56 minutes without stopping.

Anyone else got any lockdown positives you'd like to share (BTW 'not going insane' definitely counts!)?

"

Well done op

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By *ove2pleaseseukMan
over a year ago

Hastings


"Lockdown can be good for tight fisted twats like me...

"ooo I'd like to try this restaurant"

Can't go, It's shut cos of lockdown

"ohh so-on-so said they went here"

Can't go, It's shut cos of lockdown

"this Hotel and Spa is meant to be AMAAAZING"

Can't go, it's shut cos of lockdown

Yes, lockdown can be AMAZING "

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By *abrina59TV/TS
over a year ago

moved to cuckold land

Started a role play with wife of her having a boyfriend she began meeting.

She now "meets" him every Saturday & has even given him a name.

She is now like a different woman dressing so sexily for her weekly meets and the sex is just totally different from anything we have together as husband & wife.

Maybe once everything back to normal I might yet get my wish for her to experience sex with another for real

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

I saved money by not travelling to work. and finally got projects in the house done that I had put off.

I commune normally two hrs à day that's two hrs a day more for myself.

I ran 146 miles in October raised £1500.00 for charity.

Due to lockdown my grandson has avoided infections and not been in hospital in 11 months.

Spending more time with my kids that I wouldn't have had.

I am appreciating more and more of others whose life's were like this before a pandemic.

I am cooking more, eating healthily and less tired.

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By *ust RachelTV/TS
over a year ago

Horsham

There has been a big reduction in door to door salesman, religious people knocking on my door.

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


"There has been a big reduction in door to door salesman, religious people knocking on my door."

Hallelujah.

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


"Yes it's been shit but there have been a few chinks of light amongst the darkness of lockdown.

Do you have any lockdown positives? I'll start...

I started running to maintain fitness and wellbeing right at the start of the first lockdown. I can now run 10k in 56 minutes without stopping.

Anyone else got any lockdown positives you'd like to share (BTW 'not going insane' definitely counts!)?

"

I like this thread...

I got dumped by my partner but found over subsequent months how little that persons behaviour, lack of honesty and general approach to life was something I wanted to have in my life.

I had to suspend my business but in seeking a stop gap measure found a brand new challenge that has given me a drive and passion for my work that’s been lacking for some years.

I’ve spent more time with both my sons and whilst I’ve always loved them dearly it’s brought me much closer to them but also made me feel immensely proud of the young man and wee boy that they both are.

Oh and I’ve found in two individuals I’ve known on here for many years a whole other depth to their friendship. They know who they are I’m sure and I can’t underestimate how genuine they’ve demonstrated they are as friends.

P.S. Miss Grace has a PB of 36:07 for 10k... up your game OP - joking aside, well done x

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By *ovxshaggxMan
over a year ago

South West London

I started to ear money online I’ll never return to jobs as I got my own way to earn money . Lockdown has made major impact on me as a finance to heads up .

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By *onourLustfulWomenMan
over a year ago

Peterborough

managed to complete and look at a shitload more video games.

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By *onguesandpuns OP   Man
over a year ago

East Midlands


"Yes it's been shit but there have been a few chinks of light amongst the darkness of lockdown.

Do you have any lockdown positives? I'll start...

I started running to maintain fitness and wellbeing right at the start of the first lockdown. I can now run 10k in 56 minutes without stopping.

Anyone else got any lockdown positives you'd like to share (BTW 'not going insane' definitely counts!)?

I like this thread...

I got dumped by my partner but found over subsequent months how little that persons behaviour, lack of honesty and general approach to life was something I wanted to have in my life.

I had to suspend my business but in seeking a stop gap measure found a brand new challenge that has given me a drive and passion for my work that’s been lacking for some years.

I’ve spent more time with both my sons and whilst I’ve always loved them dearly it’s brought me much closer to them but also made me feel immensely proud of the young man and wee boy that they both are.

Oh and I’ve found in two individuals I’ve known on here for many years a whole other depth to their friendship. They know who they are I’m sure and I can’t underestimate how genuine they’ve demonstrated they are as friends.

P.S. Miss Grace has a PB of 36:07 for 10k... up your game OP - joking aside, well done x"

Really pleased to hear there's been lots of positivity for you amongst the challenges. As for 36:07, I think my legs will have fallen off before I ever get to that kind of amazing speed and endurance!

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

People have shown their true colours

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By *onguesandpuns OP   Man
over a year ago

East Midlands


"I saved money by not travelling to work. and finally got projects in the house done that I had put off.

I commune normally two hrs à day that's two hrs a day more for myself.

I ran 146 miles in October raised £1500.00 for charity.

Due to lockdown my grandson has avoided infections and not been in hospital in 11 months.

Spending more time with my kids that I wouldn't have had.

I am appreciating more and more of others whose life's were like this before a pandemic.

I am cooking more, eating healthily and less tired.

"

Wow. Lots of really positive things to share there and we'll done for raising so much money for charity!

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By *limmatureguyMan
over a year ago

Tonbridge

Very nearly finished the Simply Piano course. Learning The Entertainer at the moment.

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By *inkyfilthymindMan
over a year ago

Heathrow / Berks

Great thread OP and some great positive comments.

Not having to travel, I am saving 3 hours a day on commute and I am working more for now. But in the future, I may work from home 3 days a week and stop clogging the atmosphere

Planning to give my car back and get something much smaller. It saves on the PCP in the short term.

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By *andy 1Couple
over a year ago

northeast

been locked up with the wife 24 7 is great don't know y we dident murder some 1 years ago

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By *extasy19Couple
over a year ago

Northampton

We litter pick just under 10 miles of local country lanes (5 miles a day).

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


"I started to ear money online I’ll never return to jobs as I got my own way to earn money . Lockdown has made major impact on me as a finance to heads up ."

What is it you do?

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

Lockdown has shown the real colours of friends and family, have had ups and downs but I have been there to support a special friend and family member through this time xx

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By *konCouple
over a year ago

cardiff

Saved a fortune

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

Learned how to truly relax

Saved money

Re connected with old hobbies and discovered new ones.

Appreciated shops and shopping more.

Enjoyed nobody 'popping in'

No babysitting duties

Done lots of DIY myself that I would normally get someone in to do.

Discovered gardening.

Walked the dogs more.

Volunteered. Something I would never be in a position to do outside of lockdown.

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I do miss some things from my old life obviously, but not that many.

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By *blasiansCouple
over a year ago

Wakefield

More quality time for us and appreciate the simpler things in life which we have taken for granted.

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By *onguesandpuns OP   Man
over a year ago

East Midlands


"More quality time for us and appreciate the simpler things in life which we have taken for granted. "

Amen to that!

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By *onguesandpuns OP   Man
over a year ago

East Midlands


"Great thread OP and some great positive comments.

Not having to travel, I am saving 3 hours a day on commute and I am working more for now. But in the future, I may work from home 3 days a week and stop clogging the atmosphere

Planning to give my car back and get something much smaller. It saves on the PCP in the short term. "

Thanks very much and for contributing, it has been a fun read hasn't it? Totally agree about not missing long commutes. For those of us who are lucky enough to be able to work from home it's definitely shown that you can get just as much if not more done away from the office. Thoughts go out to those people who are either in jobs on the front line/healthcare or have lost work during the pandemic though...

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By *onguesandpuns OP   Man
over a year ago

East Midlands


"Learned how to truly relax

Saved money

Re connected with old hobbies and discovered new ones.

Appreciated shops and shopping more.

Enjoyed nobody 'popping in'

No babysitting duties

Done lots of DIY myself that I would normally get someone in to do.

Discovered gardening.

Walked the dogs more.

Volunteered. Something I would never be in a position to do outside of lockdown.

Read more

I do miss some things from my old life obviously, but not that many."

Wow. Loads of great achievements there and well done for the time you have given volunteering. Keep up the good work!

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

Massive reduction in junk mail.

No one knocking the door for any reason.

No pikeys offering to do you drive or roof.

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By *ove2pleaseseukMan
over a year ago

Hastings

Lockdown 1 less traffic but not this time. It's mad going to work.

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By *ob198XaMan
over a year ago

teleford


"I have managed to write three scripts, so when the theatres open i am four shows in front!

Great stuff! You should post on here when one of the productions goes live. I'm missing the arts sooo much!

Well i have venues booked for April and May, but not too confident yet, so just trying to book for September!"

Given rate of vaccine roll out NHS will be out of danger in early spring though there will still be ongoing deaths. I still think April might be optimistic but May isn’t out of the question for opening Covid secure venues. Good luck

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By *ob198XaMan
over a year ago

teleford


"Yes it's been shit but there have been a few chinks of light amongst the darkness of lockdown.

Do you have any lockdown positives? I'll start...

I started running to maintain fitness and wellbeing right at the start of the first lockdown. I can now run 10k in 56 minutes without stopping.

Anyone else got any lockdown positives you'd like to share (BTW 'not going insane' definitely counts!)?

I like this thread...

I got dumped by my partner but found over subsequent months how little that persons behaviour, lack of honesty and general approach to life was something I wanted to have in my life.

I had to suspend my business but in seeking a stop gap measure found a brand new challenge that has given me a drive and passion for my work that’s been lacking for some years.

I’ve spent more time with both my sons and whilst I’ve always loved them dearly it’s brought me much closer to them but also made me feel immensely proud of the young man and wee boy that they both are.

Oh and I’ve found in two individuals I’ve known on here for many years a whole other depth to their friendship. They know who they are I’m sure and I can’t underestimate how genuine they’ve demonstrated they are as friends.

P.S. Miss Grace has a PB of 36:07 for 10k... up your game OP - joking aside, well done x"

Fair play! Not sure I have a sub 60min 10k in me. sub 25min for 5k and I’m burnt out. Maybe a lockdown challenge to strive for but I would need to drive a few miles to some place flatter than the hills where I live!

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

Managing to make money last longer with no school travel etc to pay for.

Danish x

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By *oubleswing2019Man
over a year ago

Colchester

No commute = carbon offset my usual contribution to the atmosphere, helping others breathe cleaner air.

Also, no commute = zero noise pollution to others

Plus no commute = no delaying other road users

And no commute = no causing wear and tear on the roads, which the tax payer has to fund

Essentially, staying at home has considerably reduced my impact on the environment and on others in many direct and indirect ways.

And of course, it also means I've not caught Covid and been a burden on the NHS (I am a burden to them in other ways, but that's another story). At least I haven't been an additional burden to them.

It's like ripples in a pond. Some like to make a big splash that reverberates outwards for ages. Others like to slip in quietly and leave no trace.

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


"No commute = carbon offset my usual contribution to the atmosphere, helping others breathe cleaner air.

Also, no commute = zero noise pollution to others

Plus no commute = no delaying other road users

And no commute = no causing wear and tear on the roads, which the tax payer has to fund

Essentially, staying at home has considerably reduced my impact on the environment and on others in many direct and indirect ways.

And of course, it also means I've not caught Covid and been a burden on the NHS (I am a burden to them in other ways, but that's another story). At least I haven't been an additional burden to them.

It's like ripples in a pond. Some like to make a big splash that reverberates outwards for ages. Others like to slip in quietly and leave no trace. "

No commute = big refund from car insurance

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

Just generally appreciating the little things more.

People being kind to each other. Local groups set up to look after shielding/ isolated (etc) people are still running now.

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By *litterbabeWoman
over a year ago

hiding from cock pics.


"Managing to make money last longer with no school travel etc to pay for.

Danish x"

That is true for me too, the train fares to get my two daughters to school is a big saving, having them home schooled saves around £70 a week.

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

For me personally as a delivery person, people have been mostly in to receive their parcels (more so in the first lockdown), making my life easier. The roads are emptier, making working easier.

Plus I've saved tons of money by not being able to go out or travel to see friends and family.

Loads of home maintenance got done.

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By *iker boy 69Man
over a year ago

midlands


"Yes it's been shit but there have been a few chinks of light amongst the darkness of lockdown.

Do you have any lockdown positives? I'll start...

I started running to maintain fitness and wellbeing right at the start of the first lockdown. I can now run 10k in 56 minutes without stopping.

Anyone else got any lockdown positives you'd like to share (BTW 'not going insane' definitely counts!)?

"

Bresking my foot and being off work for 16 weeks. Wouldve been more pissed at doing it during normal life, and actually missed out on hobbies

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By *hubaysiWoman
over a year ago

Leeds

No positives for me during lockdown but I’m absolutely fine

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By *onguesandpuns OP   Man
over a year ago

East Midlands


"Yes it's been shit but there have been a few chinks of light amongst the darkness of lockdown.

Do you have any lockdown positives? I'll start...

I started running to maintain fitness and wellbeing right at the start of the first lockdown. I can now run 10k in 56 minutes without stopping.

Anyone else got any lockdown positives you'd like to share (BTW 'not going insane' definitely counts!)?

Bresking my foot and being off work for 16 weeks. Wouldve been more pissed at doing it during normal life, and actually missed out on hobbies"

OWCH! Hope you're fully recovered from your injury now.

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


"UK Lockdown? What lockdown? Seen the crowds on Merseyside waiting for the Tottenham coach to arrive for a football match?"

Oi watch it you xx

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By *onguesandpuns OP   Man
over a year ago

East Midlands


"No positives for me during lockdown but I’m absolutely fine "

That's definitely a positive in my book!

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

It's raining and cold outside but I have to stay indoors.

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

Had months of working one day a week at 80% pay. saved a fortune on fuel as it was at a far more reasonable £1.09 most of the time.

Had time spend with fmaily, do the garden and some indoors stuff.

Got to have loooooong lies and late nights.

Completed a few games on the Ps4 that i wouldnt have.

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


"Yes it's been shit but there have been a few chinks of light amongst the darkness of lockdown.

Do you have any lockdown positives? I'll start...

I started running to maintain fitness and wellbeing right at the start of the first lockdown. I can now run 10k in 56 minutes without stopping.

Anyone else got any lockdown positives you'd like to share (BTW 'not going insane' definitely counts!)?

Was there any reason that you couldn't run before lockdown? I'm sorry but I find no benefits to lockdown."

i feel for you, but you possibly saved sone money or got extra household stuff done?

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By *onguesandpuns OP   Man
over a year ago

East Midlands


"Had months of working one day a week at 80% pay. saved a fortune on fuel as it was at a far more reasonable £1.09 most of the time.

Had time spend with fmaily, do the garden and some indoors stuff.

Got to have loooooong lies and late nights.

Completed a few games on the Ps4 that i wouldnt have.

"

Possibly saved enough for a PS5?!

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