As I watched my dad heroically fight cancer the last 10 years of his life, I marveled at his high spirits and gusto for life.  His body slowly failed, but his spirit hung amazingly tough. Not one for introspection, when I asked how he did it, he’d just say, “Sugar, old age isn’t for sissies.” My … [Read more…]
Boomer, today’s book review is about purpose and “calling.” As noted in this book, and exemplified by my friend Susan, our purpose and calling can change throughout our lives. And it can have a profound impact on our lives. Proceed with caution… My friend Susan’s purpose and calling was to build a successful business. After … [Read more…]
Boomer, let’s be honest. You know I didn’t do a good job planning my retirement life. True, I’d planned my finances. I’d planned to travel.  But I never planned how I’d replace: the ready-made social life work gave me; the purpose and meaning that work gave my days; and the structure that work gave to my day, which … [Read more…]
Want to retire smart and happy?  Me too. I retired on a Thursday.  On Friday, I left for a two-year travel adventure. It was a heady time. A time I spent years preparing for financially. But once it was over, it was really over. I needed something that would sustain me here at home. I … [Read more…]
Just before I retired, I had a particularly stressful day that sent me straight to the bookstore.  (My go-to place when things get tough.)  I was working with someone from another office who clearly needed treatment for a narcissistic personality disorder.  Do you know the type?  I believe you do, Boomer.  Eight hours and you’re ready to tear-your-hair-out. … [Read more…]