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What has covid really made you miss and want to do when it finally returns to some sort of normal?

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

I was thinking we need a positive / looking forward thread in the virus section.

So my question is -

What has covid really made you miss and want to do when it finally returns to some sort of normal?

For me I have missed live music, gigs & concerts terribly.

Once we are on the other side of covid i.e. hospitality is back in full flow, swinging clubs can operate normally I have decided to do the following.

I am going to take different family members and friends to a gig / concert for an artist they really love.

So far ill be taking K to see Suede (there's an April 21 gig right near her birthday but I'm worried it may be to soon?)

I'm taking my mate Dan to see the libertines and friend James to see The Pixies.

Also ill be taking K's step dad to see Iron Maiden as soon as the possibility arises.

I've a few more folk to consider still.

I guess life is about experiences, I love music and I think this is a good way to make new memories with some of the people I value in my life.

If anyone else has any plans that they want to do post pandemic and is happy to share on this thread please feel free to share

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

im so glad you didn’t say you would take your family to a swinging club

ill second the gigs and comedy .., i used to do a lot of live comedy before and totally miss it

chances of me saying no to any opportunity to socialise “because ive had a long week” wont happen for ages ... being in my own ive totally taken for granted the freedom and opportunity for social interaction i had before and would turn things down for a quiet night ... dates, dinner, girls night, brunch, spas and travel ... ill be doing it all ... hoping for our version of the roaring 20s

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By *unCpl1234Couple
over a year ago

Odiham

I miss being able to just drop in to a pub after a hike on the spur of the moment if we wanted to.

It's not a big thing at all, pretty small compared even to some other things I miss, but for some reason I really feel it.

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

Stand at a Bar and talk bollox, I know some would say I talk bollox anyway, but there is something philosophical about talking bollox mid afternoon at the Bar.

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By *illyjohnyCouple
over a year ago

brighton

I miss being able to breath properly

John

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By *andyfloss2000Woman
over a year ago

ashford

For me its stopping of at random pubs on my cycle rides in the countryside! And coffee play meets I live a simple life really! X

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By *edangel_2013Woman
over a year ago

southend

Travelling. Just randomly deciding to go away at the weekend. Throw some clothes in a bag and sod off.

Sitting in a coffee shop watching the world go by.

Getting dressed up and going for a long leisurely meal.

I've tentatively booked Scotland for September and Berlin for December.

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By *en_Dover79Man
over a year ago

Oswaldtwistle

hopefully taking one of the 3 lady friends I have confided in my swinging activities during lockdown to a club... never had anyone to go with then they were open now they are dying to try it...

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By *ynecplCouple
over a year ago

Newcastle upon Tyne

So many things. Going away for long weekends, nights out and most importantly burlesque.

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

Last year, we rally both missed going out - pubs, eating out, concerts etc.

This year and lockdown - we definitely miss people - Just being around people and friends x

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By *endulum 20Couple
over a year ago

sandy

definitely just meeting our friends the freedom we took for granted

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By *ornucopiaMan
over a year ago

Bexley

I miss my home island where my profile picture was taken (if anyone recognises the background).

Last year was the first in my 75 year life when I wasn't there at some time or other.

Didn't go to the coast here either but not a big deal in comparison, although I normally like to go down to the Bexhill area on 21st March to welcome the Sun back north of the Equator for the next glorious six months. On the 20th the first lockdown was announced!

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By *ud and BryanCouple
over a year ago

Boston, Lincolnshire

We miss a) waking up in our medieval pavilion, going around in medieval clothes & charging around battlefields.

And b) arriving in a random car park & being started at as we check our steampunk outfits are perfect in the car windows, before wandering off to join our fellow weirdos.

Funny the little things we miss...

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

I just missed being carefree.

Not being able to just pop out because I want to, or go and see a friend.

We are definitely looking forward to group socials and travelling again.

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By *rincess PhoenixWoman
over a year ago

Southampton

The two main things are hugs and going to see stand up comedy. As soon as its possible I want to go the Edinburgh festival, staying at my mate's flat where we stay up late eating junk food, being silly and laughing

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By *he force is strongeCouple
over a year ago

somewhere

Looking forward to seeing family and friends,simple things like going for walks on the beach and going out for rides on the motorbike.

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By *ampshire_guy40Man
over a year ago

hampshire

I miss the farmers market and the markets stalls in town.i miss not being at work as I enjoy my job and being on furlough is not fun.cant go to a pub for a drink.

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

Hug my friends and family when I see them. Plus I really miss travel.... Probably pick travel first

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By *ane DTV/TS
over a year ago

London - till 25th

To escape for a weekend away at the drop of a hat.

Dropping in to the gym for a swim and a hot tub/steam room.

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

Have a night out with my friends.

Get dressed up, giggle, hug and dance the night away with them

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

Dogging

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By *wisted999Man
over a year ago

North Bucks

Freedom. And I don’t mean as in I feel my rights have been impinged unnecessarily. I mean I miss my freedom to just do spur of the moment stuff like hop a flight out for the weekend or go to London on the train for a wander

I miss spontaneity.

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

Some great things that people are looking forward to doing both the big but all some of the little things we took for granted for so long. In fact this thread has been cathartic for me this evening so thank you to everyone who has posted so far.

I can almost small the farmer markets one poster talked about and like another I cant wait to get back to swimming. I'm not religious at all but there's something to be said for spending time in the water, for me it cleanses the mind as well as the body.

Some people mentioned hugging. I wasn't brought up with hugging and was your classic awkward hugger, i would have make Pete Capaldis Doctor look positively comfortable in comparison. Since meeting K though that has changed dramatically and like many I also miss hugging some of the people I care about. Thankfully my 2 month old son and wife give great hugs. My heart goes out to all those unable to do so atm x

KJ

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By *isAdventure69Woman
over a year ago

Hampshire

People ! I miss all my people most ...

And I just want to be with them , a lot ... In or out I don't mind , although dinner in quaint restaurants would be great

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By *teve_S65Man
over a year ago

Peterborough

Touring on my motorbike exploring new places & revisiting some old ones too.

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By *ove2pleaseseukMan
over a year ago

Hastings


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Some great things that people are looking forward to doing both the big but all some of the little things we took for granted for so long. In fact this thread has been cathartic for me this evening so thank you to everyone who has posted so far.

I can almost small the farmer markets one poster talked about and like another I cant wait to get back to swimming. I'm not religious at all but there's something to be said for spending time in the water, for me it cleanses the mind as well as the body.

Some people mentioned hugging. I wasn't brought up with hugging and was your classic awkward hugger, i would have make Pete Capaldis Doctor look positively comfortable in comparison. Since meeting K though that has changed dramatically and like many I also miss hugging some of the people I care about. Thankfully my 2 month old son and wife give great hugs. My heart goes out to all those unable to do so atm x

KJ

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Hugging have been known to just hug some one cos they are having a bad day.

But a cheeky bear on the way home.

Theater Musicals from Kinky Boots to Phantom and all in between.

Big hug to all out there.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

Taking my 91 year old Dad for a coffee in town

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By *avid1234555Man
over a year ago

Dfs and Galloway/Ayrshire.

Visiting my 2 grown up kids...

Although they’re adults now and both have partners, I miss seeing them.

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

Watch live rugby

Something I have taken for granted every weekend for pretty much my whole life

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

Meals out and seeing friends for meals and drinks, I’ve done FaceTime drinks with the ladies every Saturday since March but it’s not the same!

Mrs

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

There is actually nothing that I miss - I moved into a new house in a new country shortly before the pandemic started. I worked around the world before and I was tiring of that anyway and was more than happy to stay and enjoy my new home and surroundings and cats, when they're not squabbling. I am looking forward to seeing some sports events and concerts and exploring further afield and learning to ski.

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


"There is actually nothing that I miss - I moved into a new house in a new country shortly before the pandemic started. I worked around the world before and I was tiring of that anyway and was more than happy to stay and enjoy my new home and surroundings and cats, when they're not squabbling. I am looking forward to seeing some sports events and concerts and exploring further afield and learning to ski."

Oh we moved house during the pandemic too, home schooling is a drag however I get free time when I go to work!

Mrsikc

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


"

Some great things that people are looking forward to doing both the big but all some of the little things we took for granted for so long. In fact this thread has been cathartic for me this evening so thank you to everyone who has posted so far.

I can almost small the farmer markets one poster talked about and like another I cant wait to get back to swimming. I'm not religious at all but there's something to be said for spending time in the water, for me it cleanses the mind as well as the body.

Some people mentioned hugging. I wasn't brought up with hugging and was your classic awkward hugger, i would have make Pete Capaldis Doctor look positively comfortable in comparison. Since meeting K though that has changed dramatically and like many I also miss hugging some of the people I care about. Thankfully my 2 month old son and wife give great hugs. My heart goes out to all those unable to do so atm x

KJ

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i bought a huge stuffed animal to cuddle into when i felt crappy ... i was a little embarrassed bu it ... then it was recommended today on this morning for people that live alone because it can still release whatever comforting hormone hugs do ... who knew i was ahead of the curve haha

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


"

Some great things that people are looking forward to doing both the big but all some of the little things we took for granted for so long. In fact this thread has been cathartic for me this evening so thank you to everyone who has posted so far.

I can almost small the farmer markets one poster talked about and like another I cant wait to get back to swimming. I'm not religious at all but there's something to be said for spending time in the water, for me it cleanses the mind as well as the body.

Some people mentioned hugging. I wasn't brought up with hugging and was your classic awkward hugger, i would have make Pete Capaldis Doctor look positively comfortable in comparison. Since meeting K though that has changed dramatically and like many I also miss hugging some of the people I care about. Thankfully my 2 month old son and wife give great hugs. My heart goes out to all those unable to do so atm x

KJ

i bought a huge stuffed animal to cuddle into when i felt crappy ... i was a little embarrassed bu it ... then it was recommended today on this morning for people that live alone because it can still release whatever comforting hormone hugs do ... who knew i was ahead of the curve haha "

You certainly were!

I think its oxytocin which can also be released from stroking our pets.

I am pretty sure its what K says both parent and newborn baby get from skin to skin contact.

KJ

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


"Freedom. And I don’t mean as in I feel my rights have been impinged unnecessarily. I mean I miss my freedom to just do spur of the moment stuff like hop a flight out for the weekend or go to London on the train for a wander

I miss spontaneity. "

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By *ethnmelvCouple
over a year ago

Cardiff


"Freedom. And I don’t mean as in I feel my rights have been impinged unnecessarily. I mean I miss my freedom to just do spur of the moment stuff like hop a flight out for the weekend or go to London on the train for a wander

I miss spontaneity. "

Yep, thats what is missing! When the prospect of going to the supermarket is what gets you excited, you know something is wrong...

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By *RF12Couple
over a year ago

Colchester

Just cuddling my mates tbh!

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By *ittleMissCaliWoman
over a year ago

all loved up

Mostly just seeing my friends and family...

But also my random trips to Italy..or wherever else flashes up as a cheap flight...

And cinemas... had not realised how much I enjoyed just popping to see a film x

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

Going to the pub and downing a perfectly chilled pint and chatting with the riff raff

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

Group sex and pary

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

Weekends away and a pint in the pub at the end of the week

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By *eedsmale36Man
over a year ago

Leeds

A nice sauna and steam session after the gym.....and slipping my hand into a sexy wife’s knickers as we kiss.

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By *heRazorsEdgeMan
over a year ago

Wales/ All over UK


"

I was thinking we need a positive / looking forward thread in the virus section.

So my question is -

What has covid really made you miss and want to do when it finally returns to some sort of normal?

For me I have missed live music, gigs & concerts terribly.

Once we are on the other side of covid i.e. hospitality is back in full flow, swinging clubs can operate normally I have decided to do the following.

I am going to take different family members and friends to a gig / concert for an artist they really love.

So far ill be taking K to see Suede (there's an April 21 gig right near her birthday but I'm worried it may be to soon?)

I'm taking my mate Dan to see the libertines and friend James to see The Pixies.

Also ill be taking K's step dad to see Iron Maiden as soon as the possibility arises.

I've a few more folk to consider still.

I guess life is about experiences, I love music and I think this is a good way to make new memories with some of the people I value in my life.

If anyone else has any plans that they want to do post pandemic and is happy to share on this thread please feel free to share

"

Live music for me too and meeting the friends I’ve made from all over the country from it.

And hopefully there’ll be a Maiden tour soon..

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

The last 20 years I've done basically fuck with my life. Since going in hospital, I've just thought fuck it, time to try enjoy life. Even the tiny things you don't normally think about. Life is for living

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By *irldnCouple
over a year ago

Brighton

Being free to do whatever we want when we want. Initially simple things like eat out or drink

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

Just simply sit in a busy coffee shop and take in the world... Been shielding since 20th March 2020....

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By *ap d agde coupleCouple
over a year ago

Broadstairs

Made us realise how important freedoms are , to come and go as you want is priceless

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