End of an Era

[Bob Davis]

A very sad day today. I had to give up driving on medical grounds and saw my Corsa (overengineedred) drive off into the sunset. As I am currently immobile and rather housebound I never realised how much I relied on the car. Thank goodness for a very willing son and a good neighbour. I counted up the number of cars I had owned and driven since 1963 and was quite horrified by the number' Also at the topof the road, by the pub, there is a regular (by Stagecoach standards) bus service wich leads down the hill to a railway station.

Bob

 

[mikejee]

Bob
I have not driven for many years, though am lucky in living in an area with a pretty good bus service, which I don't think you are. Am used to it now. You do, however have a pub you can walk to, unlike myself . Hope you soon get settled into the routine

 

[ChrisM]

Another phase of life, Bob, not welcomed but possibly not without one or two compensations. All the very best to you as you adjust to new circumstances.

Chris

 

[A Sparks]

Sorry to hear that Bob.
My Dad had Parkinson's and eventually had to stop driving - I believe he omitted to tell the licencing people for a while and then he had a bump in the car so he finally stopped.
It used to worry my Mom that he was driving when his reactions had slowed so she was somewhat relieved.

Edit: would you be able to get a mobility scooter?

 

[Grea]

I hope you adapt to life without your motor Bob, might be a blessing with the cost of running a car these days. I’m dreading when the time comes for me to hang up my car keys though, I still enjoy driving quite a lot and it gets me to the river bank for my fishing.

 

[Bob Davis]

Sorry to hear that Bob.
My Dad had Parkinson's and eventually had to stop driving - I believe he omitted to tell the licencing people for a while and then he had a bump in the car so he finally stopped.
It used to worry my Mom that he was driving when his reactions had slowed so she was somewhat relieved.

Edit: would you be able to get a mobility scooter?

That is first thing on Mondays shopping list
Bob

 

[Radiorails]

Hello. I know how you feel. Covid found us having our food deliveries nearly two years ago and we did not use the car quite as frequent. Then two years ago I had a stroke. I decided then that i would sell the car as it would be a while since I could drive again and by that time I would be too old. You know Devon roads are very busy or dodgy in the countryside!
I have a mobility scooter - four wheeler and reasonably big. No need for a fold up thing besides the road aren't even and they are limiting unless you still have a car. I get to all the places I visit despite this being a very hilly place. I have a 40 mile radius but have never travelled a quarter of that. We are very close to a local bus and both sons have a car.
Anyway I hope you health improves and you will get out again - with or without help.
You can pm me if you wish.

 

[Bob Davis]

A very sad day today. I had to give up driving on medical grounds and saw my Corsa (overengineedred) drive off into the sunset. As I am currently immobile and rather housebound I never realised how much I relied on the car. Thank goodness for a very willing son and a good neighbour. I counted up the number of cars I had owned and driven since 1963 and was quite horrified by the number' Also at the topof the road, by the pub, there is a regular (by Stagecoach standards) bus service wich leads down the hill to a railway station.

Bob

Many thanks, to all of you for your thoughts.

Bob

 

[Morturn]

Sorry to hear this Bob, it a big change. Hope you get use to your new circumstances soon.

 

[Richard Dye]

Sorry to hear Bob, I feel your frustration and have been dreading that day! Best of luck with your scooter…..

 

[mw0njm.]

sorry to hear that Bob i hope you adapt we take it forgranted having the car,and sure do miss it when its gone but sometimes its for the best, best of luck hope your health improves.

 

[John L]

So sorry to hear that. I had to sell my previous car, as for the same reason as Radiorails above, I needed to switch to an automatic. I too know what it is like to become more reliant upon your own set of wheels, although I don't get about as much or anywhere near as far, as I did five years ago. Public transport (if an option) can be very helpful where mobility is an issue (drivers & passengers are generally very understanding) and it's very good news that you have such a good lad and neighbour. Chin up and all the very best for the future Bob.