gorgeouskid
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Post by gorgeouskid on Jul 17, 2025 5:02:35 GMT
My son has been in the UK since August. I saw him in Paris in April, Dublin in December and here in CA in June for a school trip, so it's not like I haven't seen him.
He called me this morning (he never calls me, but his dad was busy). He's sad and lonely. His girlfriend unexpectedly had to return to Canada for a family emergency and it's not likely she will return to the UK (same university, but both programs are winding down).
I got a hair up my butt tonight and suggested to my husband I fly to the UK tomorrow or Friday. (Teacher, off for summer break.) So, I might be flying to the UK tomorrow. More likely Friday if I do it at all.
So, crazy?
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valincal
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Post by valincal on Jul 17, 2025 5:07:06 GMT
Not crazy…do it! 😄🥰
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wellway
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Post by wellway on Jul 17, 2025 5:34:26 GMT
Not crazy in my books.
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Post by flanz on Jul 17, 2025 6:15:26 GMT
Go!! Trust your gut... it's usually right.
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Jul 17, 2025 6:17:52 GMT
Not crazy, go!!!
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pilcas
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Post by pilcas on Jul 17, 2025 7:30:26 GMT
No excuse for a trip is ever crazy!
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Post by gar on Jul 17, 2025 8:09:13 GMT
Why not?
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Post by jill8909 on Jul 17, 2025 9:11:26 GMT
enjoy
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Post by AussieMeg on Jul 17, 2025 9:14:17 GMT
Nope, definitely not crazy! A friend of mine (who is originally from the UK) once flew from Australia to the UK to surprise her mum for Mother's Day. She also flew to the UK this year to watch Liverpool's last match of the season. I think a sad and lonely son is the most perfectly un-crazy reason to jump on a plane!  |
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Post by monklady123 on Jul 17, 2025 10:14:27 GMT
Nope, not crazy. Do it! This is a good reason why it's smart to keep an up-to-date passport... so we can do last minute trips just like this.
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Post by teddyw on Jul 17, 2025 10:47:22 GMT
Do it! You’ll never regret being there for your son.
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Post by anniebeth24 on Jul 17, 2025 11:00:38 GMT
I love a last-minute adventure! It's something you'll both remember forever.
I'd take every opportunity to hang with your boy with just the two of you, especially since it sounds like there's a serious girl in his life!
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Post by mikklynn on Jul 17, 2025 11:26:36 GMT
Go. You'll never regret it!
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Post by JoP on Jul 17, 2025 12:17:25 GMT
Hope you’ve booked and are heading to the airport
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Post by guzismom on Jul 17, 2025 12:30:33 GMT
These are the trips I live for! Have a blast.
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Post by Bridget in MD on Jul 17, 2025 13:13:17 GMT
I love a last-minute adventure! It's something you'll both remember forever. I'd take every opportunity to hang with your boy with just the two of you, especially since it sounds like there's a serious girl in his life! this 1000000000000000000000000000%!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! |
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Tearisci
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Post by Tearisci on Jul 17, 2025 13:20:37 GMT
Go! 100%!
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Post by ScrapbookMyLife on Jul 17, 2025 13:29:27 GMT
Crazy in all the best ways!
Sometimes you just have to be spontaneous, and do crazy things, like >> booking a last minute flight and going for an unexpected visit.
This is how some of the best memories are made.
Enjoy your trip!
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TXMary
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Post by TXMary on Jul 17, 2025 13:31:26 GMT
Make it happen. You will never regret going but you would always regret not going.
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Post by travelsoul on Jul 17, 2025 13:51:53 GMT
Just make sure you get your UK visa before buying your airline ticket. If there is no hang up in your application you should get in within an hour, but it can take up to three days.
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Post by librarylady on Jul 17, 2025 13:53:42 GMT
Make it happen. You will never regret going but you would always regret not going. This ^^^^ |
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hannahruth
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Post by hannahruth on Jul 17, 2025 15:49:38 GMT
Nope, definitely not crazy! I think a sad and lonely son is the most perfectly un-crazy reason to jump on a plane! Don’t think about it - just do it! I would do it for my son - he is in Belgium and I’m in Australia |
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gorgeouskid
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Post by gorgeouskid on Jul 17, 2025 16:41:50 GMT
So he's going to Glasgow for the weekend, so I won't be flying out today or tomorrow. My buddy ChatGPT says Krakow is the likely best destination for us. He wants somewhere non touristy. He's been everywhere I've not been. Rome is the cheapest for me, but terrible this time of year. He's already been there but I have not.
He's been to Poland, but not Krakow. Flight isn't terribly expensive for me. So maybe? Another choice is Porto, Portugal.
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Post by JoP on Jul 17, 2025 16:45:43 GMT
Either of those destinations should be good, my choice would be Porto - let us know what you decide  |
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Post by ~summer~ on Jul 17, 2025 16:52:20 GMT
Very fun I’m jealous!
Keep us posted where you guys go.
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kate
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Post by kate on Jul 17, 2025 17:02:06 GMT
I think a sad and lonely son is the most perfectly un-crazy reason to jump on a plane! Hear, hear! Have a great time, wherever you end up! |
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Post by Neisey on Jul 17, 2025 17:12:19 GMT
What a great treat for you and your son!
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milocat
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Post by milocat on Jul 17, 2025 17:46:16 GMT
This sounds awesome not crazy! Wherever you meet up with him will be wonderful!
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jayfab
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Post by jayfab on Jul 17, 2025 18:29:01 GMT
NO, do it!
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Post by shamrock on Jul 17, 2025 19:56:49 GMT
Porto is supposed to be lovely! A radio guy from here just retired & moved there. He talked a lot about what he liked about the city. Made international news (slow news period & good story of American leaving the us bc of politics).
All that to say, you should go. You’ll never regret the time with your kid!
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