What I Wish I Knew Before I Retired
When I last wrote on this blog, a little over a month ago, I promised I’d return mid-September for our monthly What’s On Your Bookshelf post. And that’s partially true. I’m back—but this time to say goodbye. In early August, I took a break from blogging so my husband and I could fly to Hong… Continue reading The Farewell Post
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=05k9sufTOcs August was filled with unexpected twists and turns so I will be taking a blogging break until the middle of September. I will see you back at What's On Your Bookshelf on September 18. Until then, please check out my co-hosts' August link ups for 'What's On Your Bookshelf', 'What's Been On Your Calendar'… Continue reading See You In September
Thank you to Yvette from Priorhouse Blog for including me in her 2025 Interview Series. You can check out that interview here. Yvette and I look forward to seeing you there!
Last week, I wrote about my recent get-together with friends I met through blogging. For one of these meetups, Richard and I invited the full gang (10 in total) over to our house for dinner. We were initially going to go with just Richard's signature dish (souvlaki chicken skewers, Greek salad, Greek rice pilaf and lemony… Continue reading Signature Meals and Old Standbys
When I first made the decision to begin blogging, I did so for a few different reasons. I hoped it would be a vehicle for me to: Record my thoughts and experiences as I transitioned into retirement. Keep in touch with friends around the world, especially since I had just returned home from living overseas.… Continue reading When Blogging Buddies Become IRL Friends
I am currently helping my parents move and transition into their new residence. I tried to multitask but soon realized that the move and transition need my full attention. I look forward to catching up with all readers/fellow bloggers/friends soon. ❤
In order to spend more time with visiting family members, I will be on a blogging break until Thursday, January 18. I look forward to seeing you all then. Although it slipped by quietly, this week marks my eighth year of blogging. I am delighted to share this small corner of the blogisphere with you.… Continue reading Blogging Break
From April 1 - 30 I'll be on a blogging break https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tbad22CKlB4 But just like Neil, I'll be back. See you all May 1!
Almost six years ago, when I pressed 'send' on my first blog post, I knew no one in the following photo (except for Richard and myself, of course). WordPress gave me no hint about the amazing friendships that were soon to develop. Blogging buddies and spouses (now simply called 'friends'), The Black Goose Inn, Parksville,… Continue reading What WordPress Neglected to Tell Me
Q: What happens when three bloggers (plus their spouses) get together? A: It's anything but silent! Below are pics of Janis (Retirementally Challenged), Kathy (Smart Living 365), me and our husbands spending a delightful afternoon on Protection Island (officially part of Nanaimo, BC). You can learn more about Protection Island here, here and here. Stay… Continue reading Silent Sunday: Protection Island
Retirement Reflections 