I agree with what Elliemay said,I've been on BM about 6 weeks now and did a lot of "lurking" to begin with because apart from my kids I aint done a lot of  socialising since Siobhan died.Now that I have been on a few runs and met a few people I am getting my "social confidence" back slowly because YOU ARE A GREAT BUNCH OF PEEPS!! I don't tend to nod or pm people because I am older than a lot of you and don't want to come across as an old perv,but if I get a nod or pm I ALWAYS REPLY in same mode.Seriously enjoying myself since I joined and had to change bike insurance from 5,000 mile limit to unlimited milage cos it's done 1,800 miles in those 6 weeks and the "summer" ain't finished yet.My kids reckon I've been let loose in a toyshop!

You don't want to come across as a Perv? Bugger my first impressions were wrong again!   I'm 48 and like nodding, I don't think I'm a Perv????                                                                                                                                                                              

See what I mean!! I meant to the ladies, a nod by a 60 year old bloke to them "might" mean perv,sorry Vikingtel no offense intended.                                                                                                                                                                             

Well I'm 60+ and I "nod" to anyone who I've not seen before   I see it as a courtesy to a fellow "family" member   Nothing more nothing less   Anyone who misconstrues it has NOT read my profile   But a return nod is NOT obligatory, just a polite courtesy either way     As for forum posting   I just say what I think and add the "odd" (in my opinion) witticism                                                                                                                                                                              

I'm a 'loiter with intent' lass these days and i rather like my naughty corner lol!

One of my 'real' friends commented today that she cant get along with the site because she's not a full member-cant post/pm/comment etc unless she pays up....

Short of paying her fees for her she has limited access, is bikeless thanks to an idiot not controlling his dog and because dogs arent insured her insurance company wont chase it for her! As a result she's having to take him to the small claims court for cost of bike, gear etc having to save up for a new bike thus cant justify the cost of the fees!

I think of everyone i know on here as an extension of my family rather than just 'mates' and if any one of them needed help i'd do my best by them!

I comment when i see something that sparks me off (like this thread) but these days i'm that wrapped up in my own happy world thanks to cupid having a very warped sense of humour and thought i deserved to prove myself wrong....

Note to self when messaging 'i'll chuck my leg over ur bike but not u' will be famous last words pmsl!! Have to admit this is the real deal and i wouldnt be without my ste (aka gibson) for a single second because he's the sweetest, funniest, most gorgeous lovliest.... I'll shut up now but the only thing i can say is that if u find someone who can stop u breathing with a kiss then make u breathe again hang onto them with both hands and dont let go!

Chuffed to bits, loving every minute and relishing every second i get with him!

Its even better when u can play bike tig with someone u love-shame he can outride me any day x

Guilty to being a 'lurker' but have been trying to join in on the posting and replying. Reading the responses on this thread has made me chuckle on some and sit here nodding in agreement at others. Overall, keep the threads running guys n dolls                                                                                                                                                                              

I am something of a forum voyeur ( have posted a few times ) and feel compelled to speak up and thank everyone who does keep these threads going.

I was widowed in December and am really struggling to communicate at times, so it's been an absolute tonic to be able to log in and read the forums. Not only is it a comfort but it also has a therapeutic effect, in that it's a reminder that life goes on.

Thank you for the normality, you never know how many other people it's helping...                                                                                                                                                                               

Eight, Sorry to hear that you was widowed so recent, Life sucks at times! Just Keep smiling.                                                                                                                                                                             

Thanks Viking, that it does


                                                                                                                                                                             

I second all of the above Emma, im in the same boat as you so to speak, it helps us to still feel verbally "active" and up to date with whats going on doesn't it love...it sure does help in so many good ways , one of them being very informative with whats going on in the community......Im so grateful for forums...                                                                                                                                                                             

Exactly Jen. 

It's that sense of community, and the banter, that gets you through.

Much love and hugs to you Jen  xxx                                                                                                                                                                             

Big ditto Emma love....xxxx                                                                                                                                                                             

awww ladies, I'm so sorry for your loss. Huge  to you both xxx                                                                                                                                                                             

Thanx Sox, that's very kind and comforting,



                                                                                                                                                                             

Ditto Sox..... Lovely thoughts  , thank you....                                                                                                                                                                             

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss ladies   I'm also pleased that BM has been able to give you the comfort and support to help you smile again!!   Big hugs from me                                                                                                                                                                                 

Heart felt thanks Elliemay 

This is exactly what I'm referring to... BM is a family, and a good one at that!                                                                                                                                                                              

Bless you Elliemay . thank you so much..... Bm gave me and still does, a sort of strength after so much heartache . Long may it carry on...... x                                                                                                                                                                             

I know how you both feel, i lost my partner and soul mate early his year, we loved riding the bikes and touring. we were part of a bike club but i find i cant ride with them at the moment as its to painful without her.    I was ready to throw the towel in sell my bikes and become a hermit, untill my mate rooster roo convinced me to join BM despite my protests. Now i can still get out meet people and ride my bikes and slowly try to rebuild my life, as life has to continue.                                                                                                                                                                             

I'm so sorry you're going through this too , Sweeny.

You've done really well to keep up your shared interest of biking.

Slowly does it eh?