Hey, Boomer! It was a crisp evening last Fall. I was in my PJs, with a big bowl of popcorn by my side. The TV blared. The presidential candidates yelled at each other. I yelled at them. It was complete chaos. At one point in the yell-fest, Donald Trump boomed: “I’m not that heavily ‘leveraged!’” Reports of … [Read more…]
When I started my career, I had to share an office with Paul. Trust me, Boomer. In a million years, I’d have never thought Paul would be a role model for the purpose-filled retirement. Whenever I’d ask, it was clear Paul hadn’t a clue what he’d do when he retired. When the big day arrived, we gave … [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…]
“If I’d met Nancy instead of Karen 30 years ago, I wouldn’t be divorced. And I’d definitely have more money.” “Why?” I asked. “Because Nancy and I work as a team. We want to invest in our future. Karen just wanted to spend our money. The more we made, the more she spent. She always … [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…]