Life After Retirement

When I first retired at the tender age of 65, I posted a reminder to myself on the fridge: “Less is required of you!” I needed to look at that little nugget of wisdom repeatedly. One does not seamlessly shift gears upon receipt of a first pension payment…

When is a real estate appraisal needed or required? Who is legally allowed to conduct a real estate appraisal? What does a typical real estate appraisal cost? So many questions to ponder – and I’ve got answers!

Retirement can be a time of deep fulfillment, freedom, and joy, but staying socially active is key to making the most of it. Are you newly retired or well into your post-work years? Did you know that strong social connections can boost your mood, sharpen your mind, and even improve…

You’re over 60, and the world wants to see you as a cookie-baking, treat-bringing, butterscotch-toting matron who loves all children but none as much as your own grandchildren. The problem is that not only are you disinterested in whether you have grandchildren…

You’ve done the brave work already. You’ve chosen your destination, secured your visa, and imagined your new life abroad in great detail. But now, reality sets in: how to move abroad without losing your mind becomes the real question. Let this be your companion as you…

Change, even if creating something you truly desire, can be challenging. Why in the world would anyone, especially when in your 70s, choose to go through change? Well, growing and learning are a type of change; growing and learning are essential…

Planning a meaningful gift for someone who just retired and loves to travel? Choosing the right travel gifts for retirement can make all the difference as they prepare for new adventures around the world or weekend getaways closer to home. Is someone…

Mother’s Day isn’t just about cards, brunch, or bouquets. It’s about reflection. It’s about honoring the stories that shaped you – and choosing how you want to be remembered. Whether you’re a mom, grandmother, mentor, or nurturing soul in someone’s life, you have a legacy worth celebrating…

We all use words every day. Whether to express an ordinary sentiment, a technical problem, or something much deeper and reflective, we do our best to get the words right…

There are so many things we go through in life. While most of them teach us a great deal, there are things we do that are of no benefit, or perhaps even harmful, to us. As I have become older, and hopefully a little wiser, there are many things I have decided to remove…