More thoughts on how to avoid social isolation when you retire. Retirement gives you the time and flexibility to be more present in your children’s and grandchildren’s lives. Attending important events, hosting family gatherings, or simply offering to help out in small ways can nurture a stronger connection. Grandparents can also be an important source […]
As retirement approaches or begins, one of the most meaningful aspects of life is the relationships we’ve built over time. Developing these connections can greatly enrich the retirement experience by offering emotional support, social engagement, and a sense of continuity. By nurturing existing relationships, retirement becomes an opportunity to deepen and strengthen the connections that […]
Retirement is a time for new adventures, however, if work has consumed most of your time and you haven’t developed hobbies, social networks, or interests outside of your career, you may find retirement boring or unfulfilling. Retirement is a time for finding delight, freedom and carefreeness. There are many building blocks for happiness. One aspect […]
A big issue for some is the problem of inadequate financial planning. A lack of clarity around your financial situation, such as not knowing if you have enough saved or if your budget is realistic, can lead to anxiety and stress when income changes after retirement. As you start to plan for retirement, the planning […]
Over the years I have met many people, who, like me, had trouble when they first retired. Here are some early warning signs and how you can take steps to overcome the issues so that you have a smooth or graceful transition into retirement: The first issue is an unresolved Identity or Purpose Concern. What […]
It is coming up to the 60th year since my high school graduation. Many of my current friends graduated high school in 1964. This playlist is for them. Top 60 Pop Songs in 1964 taken from https://playback.fm/charts/top-100-songs/1964 No. Artist Title 1 Roy Orbison Oh, Pretty Woman 2 The Beatles I Want to Hold Your Hand 3 […]
Embrace the Spirit of Giving This November! As the season of giving approaches, we find ourselves at a pivotal moment—a chance to create lasting change in our community. November ushers in a time when many families grapple with heightened financial strain, making it crucial for local food banks to step up and provide essential support. […]
Here is a collection of spooky, fun, and nostalgic novelty songs that capture the spirit of Halloween and the era of classic monster themes. · “The Time Warp” by Richard O’Brien · “The Addams Family Theme” by Vic Mizzy · “Ghostbusters” by Ray Parker Jr. · “Season of the Witch” by Donovan · “The Munsters Theme” […]
My thoughts for the boomers still going strong after all these years. You know, they call us “The Elderly” ‘ but I think we deserve a better title. How about ‘The Time Travelers’? Born in the 40s, 50s, and 60s, we’ve lived through more decades than some people have lived through relationships. Yeah, I got […]
I have received a few emails that start out, “Wise advice from a Farmer’s wife”. The post are full of home-spun nuggets of wisdom. So I took a few of these sayings and turned them into a short story. Enjoy On the edge of a small village nestled in the rolling hills, lived a wise […]
