Newly retired from the Air Force, he enjoyed recreational flying and a relaxed routine while his wife considered returning to full-time nursing. He liked the improved balance and was still anticipating how an empty nest and different work schedules would change it.
After retiring in early 2018, he devoted time to building out a small farm and repairing its irrigation. He had grown to dislike frequent business travel and now enjoyed the physical work, despite sore muscles.
Her flexible remote freelance work made it easier to manage her mother's affairs; her husband kept short hours in his own law practice. She favored a partial retirement that preserved mental engagement and reduced pressure on assets.
Later-life retirement with part-time teaching · at interview
After leaving his main career, he kept a small online teaching commitment and took up hiking, writing, travel and visits with grandchildren. He described the balance as outstanding, with only a short daily period of paid work.
Sydney Lagier retired at 44 in March 2008. A later part-time CFO contract was initially enjoyable, then stressful; by her 2014 interview, writing, piano, travel and practical help for working friends gave retirement a varied shape.