I am so happy for you. I'm getting to that place finally of being totally at peace in living alone. It's been a journey though. Have a great weekend! 😊
I predictably get sad after my son and his family visit. I think it’s from the house being full of joy and laughter and then it gets quiet. I love my solitude too. It takes two days for me to get used to the absence of their presence. However, I always stay grateful. I need a long walk when I’m missing them.
OMG I'm EXACTLY the same! After my kids and their family visit, I get SO down and sad from missing the talking, laughter, and just the joy of them being in the house. When they leave, the energy they brought into my house leaves with them. The quiet is deafening and I just miss the liveliness the house had while they visited. It also takes me a couple of days to get back to normal. I love them all so much that when they are over, I feel alive! Glad to know I'm not alone in feeling this way. It can be very, very hard sometimes. Take care and be strong, it's all we can do. 😊
Not sure what happened, I replied to you but I don't see it. Maybe I just didn't hit reply, I don't know. LOL Anyway, hi Barbara! Yes, living alone has a lot of advantages. There's a lot I don't think I could tolerate unless I was REALLY DEEPLY in love. Who knows!!! My two dogs are my life right now, I'd be so lost without them. They love me unconditionally and never make me feel bad in any way whatsoever. Enjoy your fur babies, I believe they are gifts to us. I rescued my babies and they rescued me. 😊
Thank you. Thoughts running through...yes. As soon as i saw your decor I thought she is making it pretty her surroundings. 😀 As a 62 never married you video very helpful. 🌻🌞☕
I'm glad you liked the video. I love decorating for the seasons, it makes my home feel so cozy! There's so many things to love in living alone. A few not so great, but they are workable. Hope your weekend is a happy one! 😊
I agree with you. I've had to force myself to do anything. I just wanna lie down on the couch and watch videos. But I'm ok with that. Sometimes I just give in and do just that, and it feels good. 😊
I’m completely on your page I’ve been single since 2019 and I feel wonderful…. Everything you said is right on target for me. I just found your channel today and I feel I have a new friend!
Awww, welcome friend! I have to admit that living alone has SO many advantages. I'm sitting here still in my pjs at 2:11 in the afternoon. LOL! I'm just feeling very "don't wanna do anything today," I just wanna enjoy my time with my dogs and watching some RUclips videos. I'll shower and wash my hair later this evening. I'm just feeling LAZY!! LOL! Thank you so much for being here. 😊
I used to wake up feeling sick every day when married .Now I live on my own with my 8 month old puppy and truely living my best life .❤ I don’t miss the everyday negativity from my partner .
I KNOW what you mean. I actually had stomach aches all the time from the sheer nervousness of the relationship when I was married. I enjoy my peace most of the time. And when I get down, I focus on ALL the positives of my life and come out of the down feeling fairly fast. My dogs are my everything too. They love me unconditionally and you can't get that from any human. I'm glad you are living your best life, that's all anyone needs. 😊
There is a lot of sadness in me right now, I will admit that. But it's because of my intense worry over my son now. He got cancer and is in remission right now, but the worry is still VERY, VERY intensely deep inside of me. Thank you for being here. 😊
Thank you so much! I stopped dying it about 7 years ago and just let it grow out. I am SO happy not to be dealing with that anymore. Thank you for being here. 😊
You're welcome! You are SOOOOO right! My ex snored so bad that I honestly believe it affected our marriage in more ways than one. I was ALWAYS exhausted from being woken during the night, angry because I was woken up, it was not good. I know it wasn't his fault but it really did affect me. I couldn't take that at ALL now. Glad you joined us on here. 😊
HERE are a few cons for me… 1) Sometimes when I need a second opinion from someone who I truly trust and who absolutely knows me. 2) All the burdens of the unexpected finances of life’s responsibilities vehicle repairs/ home upkeep./ relocating-moving 3) When my arthritis is acting up really bad and I need assistance with a daily task from putting on an article of clothing, fastening a snap or a clip or opening up a jar or carrying something heavy. 4) Needing someone my spouse or significant someone to accompany me for moral support for a serious medical/doctors appointment or to have a surgical procedure/appointment. 5) Also sharing Happy Events with someone, there is something special/ awesome about celebrating TOGETHER versus solo, holidays, vacations, Birthdays, a simple sunset a rainbow, a beautiful flower/plant that you grew, a delicious meal or snack. 6) Precious memories in general like your grandchildren, our relaxing/CALMER Senior Years. Looking into someone’s eyes that you know has been there for the better and the worse of times. TRUST, loyalty. respect, and that true love that mends you BOTH together to ride through each and every situation knowing somehow you’ll make it OUT… TOGETHER 💞🙌
First time here. I can relate with everything you are saying . I absolutely love living alone . So much freedom. I was in an abusive marriage too and it's so wonderful to just live a life of peace . Priceless 🙂
Welcome! Yes, I am actually starting to really appreciate living alone. It was very hard for quite awhile, but something is changing in me. Now I'm finding more joy in my daily life. I still have a bad day or two now and then, but not like it was when my son first moved out. The freedom to be me and live how I want is priceless. I especially like that I don't have to take care of anyone in any way. Thank you for being here.😊
Hi, I just happen to come across your channel and you have the sweetest videos! I also want to send prayers of continued remission for your son, I just helped my mom through chemo last year and she thankfully is in remission too! I know exactly all the emotions you have gone through❤
Awwww thank you SO very much! My son means the world to me and all I can hope for is for that cancer to stay gone forever. I'm so happy your mom is doing ok. It is SUCH a scary thing to deal with. Thank you for your prayers for my son, every bit helps. And thank you for being here, I truly appreciate it. 😊
Wow" your a lady after my own heart except I'm older age 77 two very short marriages some man friends too and been living alone for over 25 years and live your exact life and loving it. People tell me I look much younger than my 77 years. I live an active life and keep my social connections out of my home apart from true friends. I've just found your Utube Channel and subscribed and clicked the like button❤❤❤
Thank you for subscribing. I hope you enjoy my channel in the future. I'll talk about anything LOL! I've been divorced for 21 years but my youngest just moved out over 4 years ago. So these 4 years have been a challenge for me. But yes, there are a lot of advantages in living alone. You sound like you're a lively 77 year old, and that's good. Thank you for joining us on here. 😊
Hi there! Alone is not so bad for me anymore like it used to be. After my son moved out I was devastated, now I'm appreciating more and more things about living alone. I'm glad you're in a happy place living alone. 😊
To me it truly is. I want my privacy and I don't want to be disturbed during the night by someone having to go all the time. After being married 22 years and having 5 kids, privacy in the bathroom is a big deal to me. Thanks for joining us on here. 😊
Lori it's so good to see you. I loved the video, you definitely hit on some good points like cleaning, decorating as you want, not sharing the bathroom...lol. I see you with your dogs, and would love to have another, but when I retire that way they have more of your attention. I will sometime sit in the quiet, and feel the loneliness around me, but sometimes the quiet is a good thing, and it can help you think. Take care.
Awww thank you! Yes, my dogs are GREAT company, they mean the world to me. If you eventually get one you will love it! I have this real thing now about having my own bathroom, a weird quirk now. LOL! It's true that sometimes the solitude and quiet feels good, but I'm a people person and wish I could find Mr. Right, but I'd rather be alone than be with Mr. Wrong, or just enjoy a man's company for awhile then be in my home alone. It's confusing sometimes. You take care too. 😊
Happy Fall to you too! The best time of the year. But I sure do wish the high temps would go away. I'm ready for cooler weather and "snuggly" feeling stuff. Have a great night! 😊
Hi Nigella! So many women stress over not having a man in there life but for me it’s simple he must be a good man ,intelligent and kind with the motto “Happy wife happy life”. 😊 My husband passed away 7 years ago after 50 years of marriage-I had a good man. You explained it so well -living alone you don’t have to deal with any nonsense! You have those beautiful doggies to love ! Can’t wait till Christmas! Xoxo!
Hi there! Wow, 50 years, that's a LONG time. You're right, happy wife, happy life. You're lucky you had a good man. I did NOT! As I write this, I just finished a bowl of mixed veggies, that's all I wanted, nothing more. One pan, one bowl and fork to clean, and I'm done! I don't know if the kind of man I want exists anymore, but I won't settle that's for sure. I can't wait for Christmas either, I love that time of year. Thanks for being here. 😊
I'm getting better at being alone but it's been quite a journey for me. I'm finding many things now that I'm more appreciative of in being alone. It's kind of a double edged sword for many. Thanks for being here and I'm glad you're at peace. 😊
Hi Julie! It's such a confusing place to be at this stage of life. I'm so used to peace in my home, that any little upheaval sounds like too much for me to put up with. Who knows!!!! Thanks for being here Julie, hope all is well with you! 😊
I do have a good life but there are days when living alone can be very trying. You just want someone to talk to or share every day things with and no one is there. It's just part of anyone's life who lives alone. Not every day is a happy fulfilled one, sometimes the loneliness does creep in. But, we just have to work through it and get back to normal, and I do. Thanks for being here. 😊
There’s a lot of women that live alone in my neighborhood and have cats or dogs. I have two neighbor women across the street, one in her 60s that was never married and the other in her late 70s either widowed or divorced. Women can deal with living alone better than a man. I lived alone for 29 years and my wife died in 1995.
I'm sorry about your loss. I've heard that men have a harder time, but I don't know why. I take it you're married again, or living with someone? I hope you've found happiness. 😊
@@nigella4meWomen and dating are different now than it was 50 years ago and I’m now 71 years old. I’m not dating anyone and probably won’t get married and I live alone. I have a friend that lost his wife 2 months ago and he is very devastated.
@@THF409 Yes, the dating world is totally different now. I stopped dating back in 2009, just couldn't handle all the messed up men I ended up meeting. I just didn't luck out. I can imagine how your friend must feel. It's a huge loss to lose someone after a lot of time together.
@@THF409 a lot of women take on as well as full time work a lot more responsibilities then their male partners ,just speaking from my experience .So we have such relief when that burden is gone .A lot of men can’t live on their own as they come from mothers who looked after them to wives who look after them ……..we are exhausted in the end 😂
@@nigella4me thank you my dear, i am just up here 6 am Paris time. Anyway you are one of the reason why i started to take care of myself, i am 10 years younger than you that time, but i have more wrinkles than you do. some of your videos are being save in my list and i watch it sometimes again and again.
@@lizbeth2764 Oh my goodness, I was in Paris back in the 70's. I absolutely loved it. Don't know what it's like now, but it was gorgeous back then. I'm so glad I encouraged you to take care of yourself. We all deserve to value ourselves in one way or another. I've really increased my use of my vitamin c serum that I make, I do it faithfully. As I get older my skin needs more help. Thank you for sharing. 😊
I totally agree with everything you said!!! I live alone and love ALL the pros! I never feel lonely I am at peace!
I am so happy for you. I'm getting to that place finally of being totally at peace in living alone. It's been a journey though. Have a great weekend! 😊
I predictably get sad after my son and his family visit. I think it’s from the house being full of joy and laughter and then it gets quiet. I love my solitude too. It takes two days for me to get used to the absence of their presence. However, I always stay grateful. I need a long walk when I’m missing them.
OMG I'm EXACTLY the same! After my kids and their family visit, I get SO down and sad from missing the talking, laughter, and just the joy of them being in the house. When they leave, the energy they brought into my house leaves with them. The quiet is deafening and I just miss the liveliness the house had while they visited. It also takes me a couple of days to get back to normal. I love them all so much that when they are over, I feel alive! Glad to know I'm not alone in feeling this way. It can be very, very hard sometimes. Take care and be strong, it's all we can do. 😊
So good to see you back! Every thing you said: 100% right on!!!!!
Me and my 2 dogs are just fine.
Not sure what happened, I replied to you but I don't see it. Maybe I just didn't hit reply, I don't know. LOL Anyway, hi Barbara! Yes, living alone has a lot of advantages. There's a lot I don't think I could tolerate unless I was REALLY DEEPLY in love. Who knows!!! My two dogs are my life right now, I'd be so lost without them. They love me unconditionally and never make me feel bad in any way whatsoever. Enjoy your fur babies, I believe they are gifts to us. I rescued my babies and they rescued me. 😊
Thank you. Thoughts running through...yes. As soon as i saw your decor I thought she is making it pretty her surroundings. 😀 As a 62 never married you video very helpful. 🌻🌞☕
I'm glad you liked the video. I love decorating for the seasons, it makes my home feel so cozy! There's so many things to love in living alone. A few not so great, but they are workable. Hope your weekend is a happy one! 😊
The energy is really wonky right now. I’ve also been just laying around in bed.
I agree with you. I've had to force myself to do anything. I just wanna lie down on the couch and watch videos. But I'm ok with that. Sometimes I just give in and do just that, and it feels good. 😊
I’m completely on your page I’ve been single since 2019 and I feel wonderful…. Everything you said is right on target for me. I just found your channel today and I feel I have a new friend!
Awww, welcome friend! I have to admit that living alone has SO many advantages. I'm sitting here still in my pjs at 2:11 in the afternoon. LOL! I'm just feeling very "don't wanna do anything today," I just wanna enjoy my time with my dogs and watching some RUclips videos. I'll shower and wash my hair later this evening. I'm just feeling LAZY!! LOL! Thank you so much for being here. 😊
I used to wake up feeling sick every day when married .Now I live on my own with my 8 month old puppy and truely living my best life .❤ I don’t miss the everyday negativity from my partner .
I KNOW what you mean. I actually had stomach aches all the time from the sheer nervousness of the relationship when I was married. I enjoy my peace most of the time. And when I get down, I focus on ALL the positives of my life and come out of the down feeling fairly fast. My dogs are my everything too. They love me unconditionally and you can't get that from any human. I'm glad you are living your best life, that's all anyone needs. 😊
Excellent 🎉
The wiser i become the more comfortable i am alone. I feel you 💯
Gorgeous skin, hair and eyes! But you have such a sad gaze. :(
Your caring motherhood kept you young, and well taken care of.
There is a lot of sadness in me right now, I will admit that. But it's because of my intense worry over my son now. He got cancer and is in remission right now, but the worry is still VERY, VERY intensely deep inside of me. Thank you for being here. 😊
Your hair color is so beautiful!
Thank you so much! I stopped dying it about 7 years ago and just let it grow out. I am SO happy not to be dealing with that anymore. Thank you for being here. 😊
Good chat. Thank you for sharing. Not having to listen to any one snoring. 💕NonnaGrace🐓
You're welcome! You are SOOOOO right! My ex snored so bad that I honestly believe it affected our marriage in more ways than one. I was ALWAYS exhausted from being woken during the night, angry because I was woken up, it was not good. I know it wasn't his fault but it really did affect me. I couldn't take that at ALL now. Glad you joined us on here. 😊
There's no cons for me I love it😊
Good for you! I'm glad you've found complete peace. I'm working very hard on getting to that place. Thanks for being here. 😊
HERE are a few cons for me…
1) Sometimes when I need a second opinion from someone who I truly trust and who absolutely knows me. 2) All the burdens of the unexpected finances of life’s responsibilities vehicle repairs/ home upkeep./ relocating-moving
3) When my arthritis is acting up really bad and I need assistance with a daily task from putting on an article of clothing, fastening a snap or a clip or opening up a jar or carrying something heavy.
4) Needing someone my spouse or significant someone to accompany me for moral support for a serious medical/doctors appointment or to have a surgical procedure/appointment.
5) Also sharing Happy Events with someone, there is something special/ awesome about celebrating TOGETHER versus solo, holidays, vacations, Birthdays, a simple sunset a rainbow, a beautiful flower/plant that you grew, a delicious meal or snack.
6) Precious memories in general like your grandchildren, our relaxing/CALMER Senior Years.
Looking into someone’s eyes that you know has been there for the better and the worse of times. TRUST, loyalty. respect, and that true love that mends you BOTH together to ride through each and every situation knowing somehow you’ll make it OUT… TOGETHER 💞🙌
First time here. I can relate with everything you are saying . I absolutely love living alone . So much freedom. I was in an abusive marriage too and it's so wonderful to just live a life of peace . Priceless 🙂
Welcome! Yes, I am actually starting to really appreciate living alone. It was very hard for quite awhile, but something is changing in me. Now I'm finding more joy in my daily life. I still have a bad day or two now and then, but not like it was when my son first moved out. The freedom to be me and live how I want is priceless. I especially like that I don't have to take care of anyone in any way. Thank you for being here.😊
Hi, I just happen to come across your channel and you have the sweetest videos! I also want to send prayers of continued remission for your son, I just helped my mom through chemo last year and she thankfully is in remission too! I know exactly all the emotions you have gone through❤
Awwww thank you SO very much! My son means the world to me and all I can hope for is for that cancer to stay gone forever. I'm so happy your mom is doing ok. It is SUCH a scary thing to deal with. Thank you for your prayers for my son, every bit helps. And thank you for being here, I truly appreciate it. 😊
Wow" your a lady after my own heart except I'm older age 77 two very short marriages some man friends too and been living alone for over 25 years and live your exact life and loving it. People tell me I look much younger than my 77 years. I live an active life and keep my social connections out of my home apart from true friends. I've just found your Utube Channel and subscribed and clicked the like button❤❤❤
Thank you for subscribing. I hope you enjoy my channel in the future. I'll talk about anything LOL! I've been divorced for 21 years but my youngest just moved out over 4 years ago. So these 4 years have been a challenge for me. But yes, there are a lot of advantages in living alone. You sound like you're a lively 77 year old, and that's good. Thank you for joining us on here. 😊
I agree with you wholeheartedly!! Alone is my favorite place to be!!
Hi there! Alone is not so bad for me anymore like it used to be. After my son moved out I was devastated, now I'm appreciating more and more things about living alone. I'm glad you're in a happy place living alone. 😊
the peeing & pooping is a REAL SITUATION After the age of 55-60
To me it truly is. I want my privacy and I don't want to be disturbed during the night by someone having to go all the time. After being married 22 years and having 5 kids, privacy in the bathroom is a big deal to me. Thanks for joining us on here. 😊
Lori it's so good to see you. I loved the video, you definitely hit on some good points like cleaning, decorating as you want, not sharing the bathroom...lol. I see you with your dogs, and would love to have another, but when I retire that way they have more of your attention. I will sometime sit in the quiet, and feel the loneliness around me, but sometimes the quiet is a good thing, and it can help you think. Take care.
Awww thank you! Yes, my dogs are GREAT company, they mean the world to me. If you eventually get one you will love it! I have this real thing now about having my own bathroom, a weird quirk now. LOL! It's true that sometimes the solitude and quiet feels good, but I'm a people person and wish I could find Mr. Right, but I'd rather be alone than be with Mr. Wrong, or just enjoy a man's company for awhile then be in my home alone. It's confusing sometimes. You take care too. 😊
Happy fall to you! My fav.season.😊
Happy Fall to you too! The best time of the year. But I sure do wish the high temps would go away. I'm ready for cooler weather and "snuggly" feeling stuff. Have a great night! 😊
Hi Nigella! So many women stress over not having a man in there life but for me it’s simple he must be a good man ,intelligent and kind with the motto “Happy wife happy life”. 😊 My husband passed away 7 years ago after 50 years of marriage-I had a good man. You explained it so well -living alone you don’t have to deal with any nonsense! You have those beautiful doggies to love ! Can’t wait till Christmas! Xoxo!
Hi there! Wow, 50 years, that's a LONG time. You're right, happy wife, happy life. You're lucky you had a good man. I did NOT! As I write this, I just finished a bowl of mixed veggies, that's all I wanted, nothing more. One pan, one bowl and fork to clean, and I'm done! I don't know if the kind of man I want exists anymore, but I won't settle that's for sure. I can't wait for Christmas either, I love that time of year. Thanks for being here. 😊
I love alone. It’s a choice. I can interact with humanity any time I choose. I do love my little family though. They are wonderful.
I'm getting better at being alone but it's been quite a journey for me. I'm finding many things now that I'm more appreciative of in being alone. It's kind of a double edged sword for many. Thanks for being here and I'm glad you're at peace. 😊
Lori, I can totally see your point 🤗😘
Hi Julie! It's such a confusing place to be at this stage of life. I'm so used to peace in my home, that any little upheaval sounds like too much for me to put up with. Who knows!!!! Thanks for being here Julie, hope all is well with you! 😊
Seems like you have a good life.A home,transportation,food,a home.So what is it besides living alone that makes you unhappy.
I do have a good life but there are days when living alone can be very trying. You just want someone to talk to or share every day things with and no one is there. It's just part of anyone's life who lives alone. Not every day is a happy fulfilled one, sometimes the loneliness does creep in. But, we just have to work through it and get back to normal, and I do. Thanks for being here. 😊
There’s a lot of women that live alone in my neighborhood and have cats or dogs. I have two neighbor women across the street, one in her 60s that was never married and the other in her late 70s either widowed or divorced. Women can deal with living alone better than a man. I lived alone for 29 years and my wife died in 1995.
I'm sorry about your loss. I've heard that men have a harder time, but I don't know why. I take it you're married again, or living with someone? I hope you've found happiness. 😊
@@nigella4meWomen and dating are different now than it was 50 years ago and I’m now 71 years old. I’m not dating anyone and probably won’t get married and I live alone. I have a friend that lost his wife 2 months ago and he is very devastated.
@@THF409 Yes, the dating world is totally different now. I stopped dating back in 2009, just couldn't handle all the messed up men I ended up meeting. I just didn't luck out. I can imagine how your friend must feel. It's a huge loss to lose someone after a lot of time together.
@@THF409 a lot of women take on as well as full time work a lot more responsibilities then their male partners ,just speaking from my experience .So we have such relief when that burden is gone .A lot of men can’t live on their own as they come from mothers who looked after them to wives who look after them ……..we are exhausted in the end 😂
wow finally i see your latest vlog, ive been following you 8 years ago i think but never seen as latest vlog as this
Thank you for being a follower for so long, that means a lot to me. I'm glad you're here. Have a good night. 😊
@@nigella4me thank you my dear, i am just up here 6 am Paris time. Anyway you are one of the reason why i started to take care of myself, i am 10 years younger than you that time, but i have more wrinkles than you do. some of your videos are being save in my list and i watch it sometimes again and again.
@@lizbeth2764 Oh my goodness, I was in Paris back in the 70's. I absolutely loved it. Don't know what it's like now, but it was gorgeous back then. I'm so glad I encouraged you to take care of yourself. We all deserve to value ourselves in one way or another. I've really increased my use of my vitamin c serum that I make, I do it faithfully. As I get older my skin needs more help. Thank you for sharing. 😊
❤ first time here ❤
Welcome! Glad to have you join us all. I hope you're having a great day. 😊
Because someone criticising your home decor is such a major life problem. :D
You're missing the whole point.
You’re deliberately missing the point.