I'm an old(ish) fart travelin' solo around Oz. Been on the road in my Transit campervan for around 3 years now.
I believe strongly in the following;
Stupid and/or wrong laws should be tested to the limit, especially where they affect me on my travels and camping/parking etc.
Civil disobediance against trhe above should be encouraged.
I am growing old disgracefully - like the Ulysses boys and girls.
Growing old is mandatory - growing up is optional.
I'm 64 going on 48. Why in hell would I want to act like a 64 yo?
Hope ypu all have a great Xmas whereever you may be!
Happywanderer said
02:17 PM Dec 23, 2010
How dare you call yourself old(ish). You are only a year ahead of me and i don't like being called old (ish)!!!!
Welcome bushrat, may meet up on the road sometime,
bill12 said
03:19 PM Dec 23, 2010
I have an old mate who reckons you are only as old as the woman(or man) you feel.I would like to be active as long as the body holds up, and further if they fit bionics in the future.I just bought myself a fishing kayak for xmas and am looking forward to paddling around the place annoying the crocs and sharks. Don,t worry about the sharks-the crocs have eaten them- don,t worry about the crocs- the stingers have killed them-don,t worry about the stingers- the sharks have eaten them..............don,t panic, Mr Mannering!
jimricho said
06:03 PM Dec 23, 2010
It's spelt "Mainwaring" but pronounced "Mannering" One of those quirks of the English language! (I was a Dad's Army fan too)
Sh*t I'm a pedantic old b*****d aren't I? (ok don't all agree!)
Jim
PS: Welcome to the forum Eddie,
-- Edited by jimricho on Thursday 23rd of December 2010 06:06:09 PM
bill12 said
08:49 PM Dec 23, 2010
"DON,T PANIC, Mr mainwaring!", said Jonesy the butcher as he ran around in circles brandishing a 21 inch sword bayonet. "The fuzzy wuzzys don,t like the cold steel" .Isn,t it a great program!I got 10 episodes for xmas , last year.My favorite comedy.
goinsoon said
09:50 PM Dec 23, 2010
Go on you are only a boy, I am 66 and if you are going on 48 then I must be going on 50 anyhow welcome
yeoeleven said
03:31 AM Dec 24, 2010
I am 74 now but it will take another year before I can get started. It is ridiculous having to save up at my age but it is the truth.
Anyway you "juniors" all the best in your endeavors and I hope to meet up with you over the next few years.
John
bill12 said
06:51 AM Dec 24, 2010
I suppose at 56 I will be regarded as a boy, but I still have a few aches and pains I would definately like to get rid of.My lady friend say I act like a kid , sometimes.........
jimricho said
07:07 AM Dec 24, 2010
bill12 wrote:My lady friend say I act like a kid , sometimes.........
skite!
-- Edited by jimricho on Friday 24th of December 2010 07:07:46 AM
Beth54 said
01:35 PM Dec 24, 2010
Sometimes I feel 86 instead of 56, but I try to at least 'think' like I'm 46. My best friend is 48 and keeps me laughing. I reckon a good sense of humour helps keep you young.
Welcome Eddie.
TheBushRat said
02:11 PM Dec 24, 2010
goinsoon wrote:
Go on you are only a boy, I am 66 and if you are going on 48 then I must be going on 50 anyhow welcome
G'day Goinsoon,
All depends on your attitude mate! I know some folks who are 66 going on 88! Know what I mean?
TheBushRat said
02:13 PM Dec 24, 2010
Beth54 wrote:
Sometimes I feel 86 instead of 56, but I try to at least 'think' like I'm 46. My best friend is 48 and keeps me laughing. I reckon a good sense of humour helps keep you young.
Welcome Eddie.
G'day Beth,
You are spot on! Gotta pee yourself laffin' every chance you get!
TheBushRat said
02:26 PM Dec 24, 2010
Happywanderer wrote:
How dare you call yourself old(ish). You are only a year ahead of me and i don't like being called old (ish)!!!!
Welcome bushrat, may meet up on the road sometime,
G'day Happy,
Old(ish) fart is better than being a young prick I reckon! Always lookin' to meet up with like minded 'larrikins'.
Cruising Granny said
11:52 PM Dec 24, 2010
Welcome from me too Bush Rat.
Behind this 60 year old face is a 35 year old brain. May they never get it together.
And I hope you all have a great Christmas wherever you are, and my all your dreams come true in 2011. Have a good one. Cheers
Jazzin Around said
02:22 PM Jan 11, 2011
Why wait another year? Get yourself the Camps Australia Wide book and free camp your way around. I'm only a couple of years behind you and been doing this since 1997, some of the time living 'on the road'. If you plan your trip you never need go into van parks and seldom need to use laundromats. A tall bucket with a cheap version of Nappysan and a rubber drain plunger/cleaner will do your laundry for you while you travel. Just do it - you will love it and never regret it.
I'm an old(ish) fart travelin' solo around Oz. Been on the road in my Transit campervan for around 3 years now.
I believe strongly in the following;
Stupid and/or wrong laws should be tested to the limit, especially where they affect me on my travels and camping/parking etc.
Civil disobediance against trhe above should be encouraged.
I am growing old disgracefully - like the Ulysses boys and girls.
Growing old is mandatory - growing up is optional.
I'm 64 going on 48. Why in hell would I want to act like a 64 yo?
Hope ypu all have a great Xmas whereever you may be!
Sh*t I'm a pedantic old b*****d aren't I?
Jim
PS: Welcome to the forum Eddie,
-- Edited by jimricho on Thursday 23rd of December 2010 06:06:09 PM
-- Edited by jimricho on Friday 24th of December 2010 07:07:46 AM
Sometimes I feel 86 instead of 56, but I try to at least 'think' like I'm 46. My best friend is 48 and keeps me laughing. I reckon a good sense of humour helps keep you young.
Welcome Eddie.
All depends on your attitude mate! I know some folks who are 66 going on 88! Know what I mean?
You are spot on! Gotta pee yourself laffin' every chance you get!
G'day Happy,
Old(ish) fart is better than being a young prick I reckon! Always lookin' to meet up with like minded 'larrikins'.