Am I Really So Out of Touch?

[drewbles]

Nothing wrong with fast eddys. Its open 24/7

There's nothing *Right* about it either

Once upon a time, the one in the City was great (when I worked graveyard shift in the 90's when I worked for iiNet it was a staple). Ever since they went titsup, it's never been the same.

 

[JW1003]

Make sure it's the one at Carousel. The joys that that place is *shudders*

What's wrong with the Carousel Fast Eddies, it even "had" a drive through. On a serious note I do recommend the one at Morley. The Manager, who is the owners daughter, is spectacular. Anyone looking for a manager / sales manager she would be a strong recommendation.

 

[JW1003]

Ever since they went titsup, it's never been the same.

I think some of them, mainly Morley are worth a visit. We visited the City one a few months ago late late night, and It has gone downhill

 

[Boris spatsky]

Sorry about your parents, Boss.

Since you're genuinely asking for opinions..

I wouldn't say you necessarily come across as arrogant, but from all the posts I've read of yours, you seem to define yourself by your wealth, and expect others on this forum to do so, too. I'm sure there are many of us with "means", but few are so eager that it is the first thing others know. I wonder what you're trying to achieve with the constant mention of your means - why do you need to be known as the rich guy? I remember a while back there was a thread about betting with your son about going whY, and then losing the bet, and that is unthinkable, because did you know I'm so wealthy? etc. It seems a bit braggy, but also a bit insecure. I think everyone would still like you if you were just a guy. Even the whole generosity thing is just an extension of the wealth thing. It's great that you give money to charity, a lot of money, and yes, relative to your means perhaps comparable to what others give as a proportion of their means. Still, I think you have more to offer than money.. and the preoccupation with $$$ doesn't let that shine through as well as it could. I'm sure you've got much more to offer.

The restaurant gig does sound like a good idea - not for the money side of things, but because it would give you something else to think / talk about, and to relate to others about.

The idea of 'downscaling' is a bit of a cliche - it is still working on the assumption that the amount of resources someone has available to them makes them a different person. I think it reflects a belief that those that 'poor people' are not like you. They are, in all the important ways.. same anatomy, similar hopes and fears.. many of the same sorrows (like losing parents). Focussing on the similarities rather than the differences of those from different backgrounds would be more helpful in terms of what you are trying to achieve. Especially since the important ingredient in poverty, desperation will never be realised, because you always have a choice.

Perhaps the first challenge could be to spend a month on AFF making no mention of yourself as a man with means, or of dilemmas due to your wealth. This would allow us all to get to know and connect with the real you - your personality, talents, intelligence, sense of humour etc. much better.

Hit the nail on the head. Boss, i used to follow you on Twitter but got tired of the constant reference to money and opulence. I agree with the above - let us know who you really are, without reference to money. That will really let you 'be in touch with others.' I wish you the best of luck.

 

[Pushka]

Maybe Bossreggie thought he could genuinely describe what he was doing and how he was doing it without people making any judgements about it? Like he felt comfortable posting about things with a group of similarly minded people (who in general had nowhere near the opportunities he had)

Aren't we all individually proud of the achievements we have reached during our lives, be that a long happy marriage, great kids, or accomplishment at work, surviving cancer, fantastic travel experience, our first J or F (sigh) flight and report on that here without feeling that this defines us or looks like we are making monumental brag moments?

OK, I'll fess up. At the Rock pool lunch I did ask the regular members who exactly BossReggie was. Except I couldn't remember your name (I am dreadful with names, really bad). But I also asked about Cove whose advice re accounting I love to read. And I think highly of that uni student who managed to get all those points from the everyday rewards promo. Lots of fascinating people here.

 

[TraceyK90]

You seem a little lost at the moment. Finding yourself is one of the most interesting journeys to take. I like that you are doing something out of your comfort zone. It can only be good.

Flying Y might be a fantastic opportunity to meet some interesting people. Its a lot easier to have a chat.

As a general comment, charity is not just $ but time as well and giving of time is value to the giver and receiver. Being involved in a service group and the local school community has been a very valuable experience to me personally.

Good luck!

 

[bossreggie]

I have read through this thread a bit lately. I've also had quite a few pm's, texts and emails.I thank everyone who took the time to contribute.

I started it because of the spot I found myself in, at this stage of my life. My Dad had just died and there were many mixed emotions, as he left his family when I was 7 years old..... But he was still my Dad and he had been a fantastic Grandfather to my son.

I do worry I have lost touch. It scares me. I hate reading some people's opinion that I somehow think my wealth defines who I am. I never wanted to be that type of person. It took me years to get over the fact my sexuality may be what was defining me. I assure you that none of my friends have that perception of me at all. In either sense.

I stopped "checking in" on Facebook because some people thought it was me "showing off" because I was at another first class lounge somewhere. I used to "check in" at my office and my home too though, but that did not seem to make up for the times I was flying off somewhere.

For those bossreggie "haters" out there. (And there are some) Take some solace in the knowledge that, at soon to be 44, I don't know what I want to do with my life. I'm also not particularly happy. (Not jumping off the West Gate bridge though either) I've known for a long long time that premium cabins and an 8 figure bank account won't contribute too much to true happiness.

I joined this forum many years ago, after a Google search about my fear of flying. To that end, the help I received on here by many members, has allowed me to enjoy flying a lot more than I used to. I still hate it. But I do love travel.

As I write this. I am in the Galleries Lounge LHR T3. I have a Y ticket all the way to AKL and then I'm there for 15 hours (Hopefully Euro for dinner with Mr Osborne) before heading back to SYD to join QF1 on Sunday. (That's NOT Y)

My trip across the planet in Y isn't going to change me. Nor will it change anyones opinion of me. But I am almost certainly going to appreciate F a little more than I usually do.

Being based in Europe now, means AFF is a little less relevant to me. However I still sit at a café sometimes and read through threads which interest me.

Once again. Thanks for your contribution to this thread.

 

[cove]

I would recommend an hour a day of exercise as it will release endorphins and give you time for reflection.
You will get to meet a whole crew of different folks depending on what you take up.

 

[bossreggie]

I would recommend an hour a day of exercise as it will release endorphins and give you time for reflection.
You will get to meet a whole crew of different folks depending on what you take up.

Good advice Cove. I need to lose some weight too, so maybe I need 2 hours per day.

 

[MadFairlane]

Worry less about what others think of you... and more about what YOU think about you.

But LOL at the Y trip... Have fun hahaha

 

[JessicaTam]

I hope you will write a trip report. I look forward to reading it if you do. It would be interesting to see your perspective.

 

[opusman]

Nice to hear you slummed it in Galleries with the rest of the proles!

 

[Boris spatsky]

Was there an op up offer boss?

 

[amaroo]

The Y FA's must have freaked when they read the manifest.......anyone sitting around/close to BR is probably in for the best service ever seen in Why.

Spare a thought for the poor CSM having to spend most of the flight down the back.

 

[Hvr]

I would recommend an hour a day of exercise as it will release endorphins and give you time for reflection.
You will get to meet a whole crew of different folks depending on what you take up.

I am really enjoying my early morning walk as the sun rises. I have a 6 km route and it takes 65-70 minutes which really sets me up for the day.

Change is good and having quiet time to contemplate and decide what is really important for me is helping me decide what I want from life.

We have met once (briefly) and I hope your time of reflection helps you determine the course of the next stage of your life. Your line "Be Kind to your Mother. You WILL miss her when she is gone." is one I have lived by for a long time and having just celebrated a major birthday with her and our family brings home the importance enjoying the company of those important to you while you can.

 

[bossreggie]

Plane has gone tech twice. Still on the ground at LHR.

I'm sitting with everyone else. 2 things I have discovered. There are no pre take off alcoholic drinks offered. There are no charging points for my iPad.

I do not like this at all.

 

[Pushka]

Plane has gone tech twice. Still on the ground at LHR.

I'm sitting with everyone else. 2 things I have discovered. There are no pre take off alcoholic drinks offered. There are no charging points for my iPad.

I do not like this at all.

Travelling in Y is never about the journey BR, just the destination.

 

[samh004]

Travelling in Y is never about the journey BR, just the destination.

It's always about the journey to me. You make the most of it.

 

[Pushka]

It's always about the journey to me. You make the most of it.

Yes, when I was younger I thought the same. Unless the trip is only 6 hours or so, like a day flight to Singapore, I'd prefer not to fly than travel in Y.

 

[vitagen]

Enjoy Y! I had my best trip so far, going Per-Hkg. On the 2nd last flight ever!

Im very surprised at no op up. Did you decline it? Enjoy the flight