I never thought it would happen to me. Sure, I’d heard about the phenomenon from folks who had retired before me, but it didn’t seem possible. Not in my case. […]
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Category: Retirement State of Mind
The Pursuit of Childhood Joy
What did you enjoy doing as a child? As a hyperactive kid in Michigan, most of my fondest memories involve outdoor activities. Swimming, riding my bike, hiking through the nearby […]
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The Fragility of Life
It happened quickly. At first, her voice became hoarse, and they couldn’t figure out why. Two short years later, she was dead. She had been one of the most energetic […]
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Inside The Mind of a Reader
A blogger’s life is interesting. We spend hours writing, but feedback is rare. One of our biggest questions is what’s it REALLY like inside the mind of a reader when […]
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“You Can Do Anything You Put Your Mind To”
My first week in college was one of the most challenging weeks of my life. At the beginning of the week, I thought I would become a Doctor. By the […]
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A Tour of my Woodworking Shop
Retirement. A time to pursue your dreams. To create. To live. I’ve recently discovered a new hobby, woodworking, which has become a part of my retirement dream. I’ve been enjoying […]
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Reinventing The Wheel
Early in my career, I was often criticized by the “veterans” for attempting to reinvent the wheel. Later in my career, I often criticized the “youngsters” of the same offense. […]
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I Never Thought I’d Write This, But… (AKA A New Approach to This Blog)
I struggled with whether or not I should write this post. Obviously, I’ve decided to write it. Transparency is always best. Today, a look inside my mind and how I’ve […]
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It’s Time To Get Uncomfortable
I was curious. “What’s it REALLY like to run a marathon?” In order to answer that question for myself, I decided to get uncomfortable. What I learned is applicable to […]
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20 Ways To Be Happier in Life
Are you happy? In spite of the challenges in the past year, I can say that I’m genuinely happy. There are some practical ways to be happier that I’ve incorporated […]
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