Do You Have A "Fun" Lifestyle, "Boring" Lifestyle Or Both?

Our lifestyle can be described as quiet most of the time but not boring.
We live in a rural community and take part in activites going on. Most are fund raisers
for the fire department, church and upkeep of the hall.
These include breakfasts, suppers, auctions and musical evenings and an occasional dance
for seniors.
During the week we go shopping and have lunch out quite often.
We also have the usual appointments with doctors, dentist, optometrist and lab visits.
The days go by quickly and we are never bored, but sometimes tired. :)
 

Classic, I'm taking your reply a bit personally despite the fact I know that it wasn't a "direct" reply to me. In doing so however, I'm hoping I do not offend.

Perhaps my commentary did not describe a fun life, but rather a quiet one . . . to elaborate. I travelled between 1980 and 1997 and during that time went to Hawaii about 15 times because I absolutely love it there . . . .the beaches, the night life, the shows, Bermuda, Puerto Rico (2), St. Thomas (1), cruised to the Bahamas 3 times and down the coast of Mexico once, traveled to Germany, Austria and Switzerland, Nova Scotia, and domestically San Francisco, So. California, Dallas, and Nashville. I've also been to both Disney World and Disneyland. I stopped because of 9/11 as I've become somewhat afraid to get on a plane again. While in my 20s and 30s, we dined out at least 2 times a week, went to the movies at least once a month and to plays 3 or 4 times a year. I had plenty of fun and plenty of memories.

That's not to say that I don't enjoy my quiet times, the time I spend watching tv after a day's work and looking after my 94 year old mother. It relaxes me. I also enjoy reading and writing and designing web sites . . . .this I don't get much of a chance to do right now. And as my mother is handicapped and difficult to get out, and the fact I don't want to leave her alone long because she has dementia, no I don't get out much currently. To ask aren't "fun-filled activities just aren't a part of your life" is pure naivety as no one knows what is going on in other people's lives at any particular moment.

When I am again able to, I will make the time to join a senior center, find the time to go out to see a good show, etc. But right now, my mother comes first . . . and not my having a life filled with fun-filled activities.
 
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Fun.... boring..... both are subjective terms.. What's fun for one, may be boring to another.. and visa versa.. Right? Some are drawn to more adventure.. some prefer to live quietly in their comfortable surroundings. I think I do a little of both. BUT.. whatever it is I'm doing.. it's what I think is right for me, and gives me the most pleasure.
 

QuickSilver said:
Fun.... boring..... both are subjective terms.. What's fun for one, may be boring to another.. and visa versa.. Right? Some are drawn to more adventure.. some prefer to live quietly in their comfortable surroundings. I think I do a little of both. BUT.. whatever it is I'm doing.. it's what I think is right for me, and gives me the most pleasure.
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I agree.
 
Sorry, LogicsHere, I just have a curious mind. Some people just "wonder" about other's lifestyles. You didn't have to explain yours, but THANKS for doing it.

My BIL lives an extremely low-keyed lifestyle and loves it. He told us that he doesn't want a woman to disturb that, so he stays single. The most excitement this dude has is watching a NASCAR race.

We have single lady neighbors that live, to us, a very boring/low-keyed lifestyle. To them, it's just a lifestyle they like. Anyway, compared to them, we are definitely "social butterflies"!
 
I live a boring lifestyle due to my husband's health, my health, and money! We do go out to lunch and shopping and church but very little else. I wish I lived closer to one of my daughters but then I would never want to interfere with their life. She would not call it interfering. That is my word for it. I have friends who go out with their daughters quite often. For us if we go out it is a family affair, or hubby and I.
 
If someone is ever described to me as a 'fun' person, it makes me want to avoid them! It's often somebody who is loud, opinionated and now and then a little crazy.It may well be unfair to the person being described this way, but that's what it makes me think.However, a 'fun' lifestyle? Does this mean going out on the razzle?I'm not really sure what it means. Just living an 'interesting' lifestyle maybe? Visiting lots of places, going to galleries, museums, and eating out.That sounds nice.In that case, my lifestyle is a bit fun and a bit boring. But without the boring bits inbetween, we would not appreciate the fun bits.
 
I really avoid ''fun'' people..after about 10 mins I could batter them round the head..

''Fun people'' to me summonses up a person who tell crap jokes, need to be the center of attention..and on the whole are toe cringingly embarrassing..

I have met such people, and find that they are quite sad in their personal lives..

I like a nice intelligent conversation, with a hint of mirth..
 
"Fun People" to me are people I can relate to. I like to be around people who take interest in each other. And if we do not agree with each other, we listen politely and ask questions. For example you may have traveled which I haven't and I love to hear your stories, you may be a homebody like me and we have things in common. I have a friend who is very good with shopping and I love to go clothes shopping with her. I am very interested in lifestyles and experiences of all. That is what makes this forum so great. We can appreciate our differences and still reach out a helping hand when needed. Of the people I have met I feel like all but one are very interesting.
 
We see absolutely nothing wrong with "fun" type people, however "rowdy" people we do avoid at all costs. Just in this Thread that I done, I can tell that some of you simply wouldn't like/get along with me b/c of my personality. My wife thinks I'm a "fun" person and loves it that I'm not the quiet/reserved type. Obviously, nobody would find me hanging out in a library on a Saturday! LOL Absolutely nothing wrong with intellectual people, but wife and I sure aren't that kind of personality. I love to talk. I can listen, but talking is more of me. If I'm in a meeting/seminar of any type, and have a question, I'll raise my hand and ask. Some people may have a question to ask, but, for some reason, are afraid to. Not me! I'm a serious 65 yr old sometimes and other times, I'm a 65 yr old "bundle of fun". LOL (again)
 
I like fun people.. I like funny people... and talkative people.. What I don't like are people that use hurtful comments under the guise of humor to take pot shots at others... and then blame them for not having a sense of humor if they are offended. In otherwords.. there must be something wrong with your sense of humor if you don't like when I deliberately offend you.. after all... I'm only playing... don't you have a sense of humor? Can't you take it? IMO that's sadism... not humor.
 
Twixie said:
I really avoid ''fun'' people..after about 10 mins I could batter them round the head..

''Fun people'' to me summonses up a person who tell crap jokes, need to be the center of attention..and on the whole are toe cringingly embarrassing..

I have met such people, and find that they are quite sad in their personal lives..

I like a nice intelligent conversation, with a hint of mirth..
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Like your answer Twixie, especially about the so-called "fun guys" who THINK they're funny and they're FAR from it.

They are "ON" all the time because they think everybody simply loves them.
Boy, Have I got news for them. They have deep seated problems that we may not know of. They really ought to be pitied.

Think Robin Williams.
 
I have come to the conclusion that you can tell more about a person on the forum by their posts and comments, than the "member profile" information that they have crafted. As far as myself, I've learned that one of my strengths is my sense of humor...and one of my weaknesses is...my sense of humor! I can drift into the Sarcasm Lane very easily, and I don't like it when I do.:)

I agree with those who spoke of "funny people" who are not, but when I meet a person who seems to have NO sense of humor, I have a hard time understanding that. I was buying perfume for my Wife for Christmas (with my Wife) and told the salesperson: "I've always wanted to give my Wife 'Poison' ".:).... she replied something like "yes, it is a very popular scent", as I watched my words fly right over her head.
 
I enjoy sarcasm... or rather DRY humor.... but never at the expense of others.. and not when it's made personal. Some people act like they are at a "Roast" and have to crack jokes that are nasty and hurtful.. That just makes me angry.. and I have to call them on it every time.. I can be rather blunt... and I'm certainly NOT trying to be funny.
 
Meanander I enjoy your sense of humor. What better way to respond than to with humor You never fail to make me laugh. You and your wife I would call friends. When the preacher at church Wed. said the topic was "Sin". I punched her and said "He is going to talk about you!" She said "I know, but you won't beleive a word of it will you!" I laughed and " covered my ears" and shook my head "No". Then
it was time to get serious. We behaved like Ladies during the service. Had to. She is Pastor's Mother, a delightful person.
 
Some are described as "fun people", "you'll really like him/her". Usually don't. Usually I instantly think to myself "when oh when can I go away from them"! I do try to be polite and excuse myself as quickly as possible. I return to my blissfully boring, quiet life with my husband and say a silent prayer of thanks.
 
I remember after I had my hip replacement surgery/rehab done, returned to work using a cane, a supervisor and a few other co-workers called me "crip". I took it as a joke and laughed with them. I've been teased before, and again, I laughed it off with the person teasing me. Sometimes, people just take things TOO personally. IMO, that is.

Wife and I got a big kick out of, and a lot of laughs, from watching Last Comic Standing, earlier this year. Hilarious, simply hilarious!
 
Never been a social butterfly, or got hooked on going out a lot to have 'fun'. Some folks may consider our lives boring, but we're very happy and we do have fun. We get out into the wilderness a couple of times a year and enjoy nature. Peaceful existence and just doing what we feel like during retirement is happiness for us.

We worked full time all of our lives, but when we were young we went to concerts, ate out a lot more, wrestling matches, football games, car races, etc...but neither of us want to do those type of things anymore. We've vacationed in Hawaii for weeks at a time years back, and tent camped around the US and Canada, drove a lot and saw some beautiful scenery and skies (Northern Lights). Hubby still wants to go back to Canada or Alaska someday, and camp in our camper.

We both have a good sense of humor, and enjoy each others company, so life is good! Neither of us really liked going to parties, or being in loud places with a lot of people, even when we were younger. We may get together with a friend or two in our home or theirs, maybe go to a nice restaurant, etc.

We go to the park every day, watch some comedians also on TV, and this is the pace we like to keep. I have an older sister who seems to be always on the go. Every day she will be doing different things, going out to places with friends, pretty much busy from morning 'till night. It makes me tired just thinking of all she does.

Whenever I visited her for a week or so, I came home really worn out, getting up early and going to bed late, always on the go is not for me. Her husband passed away, so I'm glad she's keeping busy. We're different personalities for sure, she's more of a people person, always surrounded by friends and neighbors. I'm content to just do things with hubby and the pets. We laugh a lot, and love each other dearly...it's the lifestyle that is perfect for us. Different strokes for different folks! :happy:
 
QuickSilver said:
What I don't like are people that use hurtful comments under the guise of humor to take pot shots at others... and then blame them for not having a sense of humor if they are offended. In otherwords.. there must be something wrong with your sense of humor if you don't like when I deliberately offend you.. after all... I'm only playing... don't you have a sense of humor?
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