Explore turning points, everyday joys and unexpected challenges after financial independence or retirement, with the date and original source for each account.
“I certainly never anticipated the deep and lasting friendships that would grow here, nor the challenges, adventures, and personal growth that would follow.”
He recalled spending his first retirement visiting friends, road-tripping, cycling, hiking and studying sustainable living before trying consulting tied to a software project.
How it felt
Neither business direction worked out as hoped; in the later interview he described a reasonably balanced life. “Right now, it’s reasonably balanced for me.”
“Yesterday, I received confirmation of pancreatic cancer which had been suspected for a couple of weeks. I am 48 years old and have not been FIRE'd for even 2 full years yet.”
“The past couple of years have been full of kid-related activities, and it’s been absolutely great to not have to be worried about conflicts between work and family plans.”
After leaving salaried work, the couple's days filled with their children's activities and physical activity.
How it felt
They valued freedom from scheduling conflicts, while keeping travel and a possible future work or volunteer role open. “not have to be worried about conflicts between work and family plans.”
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