Photo by Z on Unsplash The EndGame is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. I’m usually a pretty easygoing guy, the kind who lets most of life’s aggravations and mini aggressions roll off my back. But one thing I cannot abide is seeing a person treated […]

     I’m on vacation. Yes, I know, some people ask: How can you be on vacation when you’re retired? Well, trust me, pre-retirees and other people still working, and as my fellow retirees can attest . . . you can.      I was in Florida for a week or so, then met up […]

The word “vocation” is derived from the Latin word “vocare,” which means “to call.” It was originally used to refer to a spiritual call from God to devote one’s life to a particular purpose. In modern usage, it is most often used to refer to a profession or career.  It can also refer to the […]

It’s fun to write my weekly newsletter, Helpful Money Tips for You. It’s free and when you sign up, you’ll get lot of tips to help you with saving money, budgeting, and learning about the latest financial news. Below is the latest copy of my newsletter. As you can see, it has ideas for saving […]

Two weeks ago I discovered that I am allergic to dairy…and I am ok with it!  You think I’m crazy for thinking that?  I can understand your thoughts, but if you knew my health history through the years you would understand.  I left the doctor’s office in tears…not from knowing I have to change my […]

Retire right with confidence in one of these five fantastic states – Mississippi, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Missouri, and Tennessee. These states offer the perfect blend of affordability, weather, and safety for a relaxing and enjoyable retirement. I’m here to take you on a tour of each state and give you the scoop on their general vibe, […]

“If I could see what others see I think I’d be surprised If I can only see myself Through someone else’s eyes …” These are the opening lines of a poem I wrote several years ago. I was inspired to write it for a close friend because I was sick and tired of listening to […]

Do you want to inspire kids with honesty? Honesty is an amazing quality to possess. Share it with your children when they are young. It will help them become adults who are honest and responsible. In this article, we shall explore why honesty is good for the soul, why it is important and the power […]

 Music played a significant role in the social and cultural changes that took place during the 1960s. The songs of the time reflected the political and social movements of the era, including the civil rights movement, the anti-war movement, and the counterculture movement. Many of the songs from the 1960s have become anthems of the […]

Yes, I have been missing in action since late 2022. Oh, that my time away was spent on some enchanted island. Yet I have been head down and tail up finalizing my manuscript for Strong to Save.  This second non-fiction work is a fitness primer that implores Gen X to die harder and later…   […]