My Gen X Views – Page 2 – Nostalgic Mumma

Just… Why?

I don’t get why there are still so many people that reverse-park when they go shopping… 😲

Last week 16 people lost their lives in one (if not the most iconic) Lisbon trams. We should see this as a warning to the tourism over-crowded countries. Something must be done. And I’m not referring only to these beast old vehicles’ regular maintenance. I’m talking about the excessive tourism that’s gone out of hand,Continue reading “Overtourism”

On the “bubble-wrap” gens

I am not looking for clicks or followers writing about this topic (unless what I write entertains your thinking). As many of us do, I find writing therapeutic; it helps me make sense of the world around me. And I’m sorry, as much as I’d like to keep up with new ways of reasoning, IContinue reading “On the “bubble-wrap” gens”

No judging

We’ve all been there. For the first time my son got absolutely shit-faced. Barely a teenager. That’s why he was asking if I was working from home today… Went through our bar and picked the heaviest spirit available. Found at St. Mary’s church back yard, nearly completely out of it. He could barely talk, letContinue reading “No judging”

Perks of age

Being able to see through people’s intentions and quickly picking up on chemistry, vibes, and cues is a privilege mostly earned with age and experience. A rare few may be naturally gifted to identify red flags. However, in an increasingly virtual world, these cues may be harder to pick up, especially for those who areContinue reading “Perks of age”

The power of visualisation

“Menopause is the body’s way of handing you the microphone and saying, ‘Your turn.’” These Facebook groups focused on relocation and early retirement only make the retirement perspective all the more appealing. How can you even dare to scroll past? This is how we wish we lived all our lives in the first place! DreamingContinue reading “The power of visualisation”

Travel faffing

I love watching people at airports. There’s something fascinating about guessing where people come from, where are they going, what’s their travelling purpose. People are rushing like dizzy roaches to get through security, to go the toilet, to quickly find a good bargain in a shop, to check the boarding gates. When everyone is faffingContinue reading “Travel faffing”

normality.com

I question if the concept of normality is the same today as it was two years ago. We can talk about a new normality perhaps, because we will never go back to the same normality we had prior to Covid. Work: even some though some of us are gradually returning to the office, the vastContinue reading “normality.com”

Portugal: 7 low cost holidays

why Portugal? Why not? It’s a country with a tremendously rich culture. It’s a shame that most people are not aware of its history. It’s a warm country. The people are welcoming. The food is absolutely A-M-A-Z-I-N-G! The nightlife (as you would expect from a warm country) is inviting and fun. During the Summer, BCContinue reading “Portugal: 7 low cost holidays”

it’s true, we are what we eat

When I decided to stop working full time, I already knew this was not going to be a full stop. Mums are very busy people. All. The. Time. “Eating well (i.e. a well-balanced diet rich in vegetables and nutrients) may be associated with feelings of wellbeing. “ Diet and Mental Health My initial thought wasContinue reading “it’s true, we are what we eat”