kwak250 Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 I always find some people get bored while others never seem to. Luckily i never get bored i can stay in and be just as entertained as going out. Got my son a pool table years ago and play on it daily /thousands of movies easily downloadable and just starting to get back into shape doing exercises. Got a stack of old dean koontz books if i ever need them. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post flexomike Posted March 20, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted March 20, 2020 15 hours ago, bkk6060 said: If people are not careful, they can get fat. Staying in, stress eating, ordering food delivery. I did visit a German friend age 77 who has held up in his room for 2 weeks. He has gained about 4 kilos. I bet it is a pretty common result of all this. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skallywag Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 15 hours ago, opalred said: i have been staying home as advised for older people As long as you stay away from large groups of people you can go out AFAIK. Fresh air, exercise, and sunshine is good for you Been walking every day still. At 61 even if I get infected <5% chance of becoming seriously ill Can't catch a virus if you no one near to give it to you (don't touch any surfaces, or if you do use hand sanitizer immediately) <300 cases in a country of 69 million people is very low risk compared to other dangers lurking outside 365 days a year under normal circumstances Stay safe, stay clean, stay happy Peace 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post kwak250 Posted March 20, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted March 20, 2020 Now that there is no live sport with all the football and live events cancelled i have found i talk to my wife more . She actually seems really nice. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elgenon Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 11 minutes ago, Moonlover said: Long before the days of the internet I did a lot of jig saw puzzles when I was working in Saudi Arabia. They are so calming and therapeutic. Good for exercising the mind too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwill Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 To relieve the boredom of staying at home I travel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elgenon Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 17 minutes ago, Nyezhov said: Plus swimming pools and making food with a wok. Just a wok. I like cooking with a wok. Stir fry. Not sure what you mean "just a wok". No utensil? No food? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Accidental Tourist Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 Staying home since mid January when I arrived back into Thailand from abroad; not that i am usually out or partying, after 20 years of Pattaya and Bangkok this fading out and getting boring. Will get every 2 weeks for a big shopping Big C, Makro or Tesco, and buying every few days fresh produce from a local shop in the village. Making sure after this I wash my hand thoroughly; but I do NOT wear a mask if not in close contact with people (1 m distance rule apply). At home there is my garden and wifi internet, besides I am prepare myself for my working return to Europe, as my ship's first sailing is cancelled, have to wait for new instruction. Pretty much want to flight now, but have to wait for the new arrangement. So stay at home and get back to the usually... a walk, the garden, the internet. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CNXexpat Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 I am living in Chiang Mai, so staying inside is normal during the burning season. I took many pictures and drone videos the months before and now is a good time to edit them. Also because I found a very good new editing program (Luminar 4) I am very busy. The crazy stock market has my attention too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nyezhov Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 16 minutes ago, elgenon said: I like cooking with a wok. Stir fry. Not sure what you mean "just a wok". No utensil? No food? well food yes. One wok. One bamboo turner. Priceless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikmar Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 write your memoirs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SymS Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 It makes virtually no difference for me. I'm at home most of the time, and still go out from time to time. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billd766 Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 3 hours ago, tonray said: Gardening...but in 37 degree heat it's not so much fun. I try to get out every other day...even if it's just to the local market and maybe a green tea at a coffeeshop...I bring my laptop and hang out for an hour or two. GF works all day and this month all her days off have been canceled (works for Tops market as a manager)...so not so much fun being stuck at home with nothing to do. You have an internet connection. Make use of it. Go online and you can find hundreds of things that you can do at home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane Dough Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 Scrabble! The answer to any crisis. Even worth playing when there isn't a crisis. Rooster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saltire Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 (edited) I also keep a journal - not every day but when I feel like it or something funny/memorable happens. I use it when the internet goes as its an app on my Macbook (Journey - one time purchase - there are better but I hate subscriptions). I find it is absorbing when you get a good topic, keeps yur brain working and will be really useful when dementia sets in for good. I may forget all about this <deleted> virus but I will always be reminded of some good times in Bangkok when I read them in 10 years time. Edited March 20, 2020 by Saltire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lemonjelly Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 Youtube “BBC Radio dramas”, there’s an excellent choice of stuff there. Also, the BBC sounds app (was BBC radio player), lots of documentaries etc. here’s another good site for plays, audiobooks etc https://fourble.co.uk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sammieuk1 Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 I'm a phone crib grand master already always get one for his nob???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lemonjelly Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 This is definitely worth listening to; brilliant radio adaptation of the John Le Carre Cold War spy thrillers https://fourble.co.uk/podcast/r4smiley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whiteman Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 Stay home. Walk outside in the evening with the dog no people near by. Internet is a god send. Play world of war craft or Game of thrones winter is coming. Read Dean K books. Walk around the garden 3 times a day picking up the poop from the 3 dogs we have. Play with our 8 cats. At present can still watch the Ausy Rugby League games live from Thursday till Sunday. Watch Netflix just finished off the Crown loved it. Sit on the deck and watch the fish jump in the clong. Read the world news papers on line. many more things. I am happy. I feel sorry for the younger people that need to be out and about Hang in there folks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matzzon Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 No problem! I have a lot of food, a lovely family and order beer by the box on the phone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoshowJones Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 4 hours ago, steven100 said: just grab half a dozen bottles from 7-11 and hit the p_iss Only half a dozen? That won't last you long. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
opalred Posted March 20, 2020 Author Share Posted March 20, 2020 i have always wanted to play a music instrument when my kids were little they all played a little flute thing/horrible noise /i used to hid them now older might learn to play to keep people away but cannot remember name of thing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoshowJones Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 2 hours ago, kwak250 said: I always find some people get bored while others never seem to. Luckily i never get bored i can stay in and be just as entertained as going out. Got my son a pool table years ago and play on it daily /thousands of movies easily downloadable and just starting to get back into shape doing exercises. Got a stack of old dean koontz books if i ever need them. You won't get much exercise playing pool, but plenty of boredom. ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoshowJones Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 1 hour ago, billd766 said: You have an internet connection. Make use of it. Go online and you can find hundreds of things that you can do at home. Can you give us an example Bill? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 4 minutes ago, possum1931 said: Can you give us an example Bill? A Smart television.....???? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transam Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 No confusion Poss, once you have an Internet connection with a wifi modem, a Smart TV brings a world of possibilities to look at. Just set one up for my chum, 55" LG Smart......He is on cloud nine at the mo, left him watching his favourite Brit TV comedy....???? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Dwyer Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 20 minutes ago, opalred said: i have always wanted to play a music instrument when my kids were little they all played a little flute thing/horrible noise /i used to hid them now older might learn to play to keep people away but cannot remember name of thing Recorder ? Bought my granddaughter one of these. Haven’t been able to deliver it yet , my son and his wife are grateful !! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Dwyer Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 Time start binge watching all those series I downloaded and never had the time to watch . On season 2 of Sneaky Pete right now, Preacher ready for next week. A bit of gardening , cycling, diy, learn to cook better !! For those with small children who need attention all the time . 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Mega Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 4 hours ago, phantomfiddler said: Buy a banjo ???? Aaaaaaaaaaaarrgh ! Don't snap the string. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caldera Posted March 20, 2020 Share Posted March 20, 2020 I've been working on my cooking skills. To be honest, I've never really seen the need before. So there's that, plus Netflix, plus Kindle. I don't think I'll get bored anytime soon. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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