Explore turning points, everyday joys and unexpected challenges after financial independence or retirement, with the date and original source for each account.
After leaving accounting because of disability, The Retirement Spot author read, wrote, sang karaoke and visited grandchildren while his wife continued working.
How it felt
He found the balance uneven and started blogging in part to keep himself occupied. “That is one reason I started my blog.”
Reported that his wife had left her job after earlier negotiations kept her working.
The couple could now share freedom from a nine-to-five schedule.
How it felt
In Justin’s account, his wife was uncertain about how to fill the open time. “Her biggest worry becomes the emptiness”
He described her choosing family and freedom while still wanting to contribute; this was his account of her transition. “she chose freedom and family over helping other people in the corporate world.”
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