From the comfort of our living room, traveling always seems like a great idea; a chance to see the world, explore new cultures and break out of our regular routine. When we step off the plane in a foreign country, the stakes change instantly. Without the familiarity of surroundings or language, even the most mundane …more

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Sometimes I think the temptations of retirement are all smoke and mirrors…a temptation that is more daydream than daylight. I only say that because I am still a few years from that magical date, and each step I take to get closer feels like two steps backwards. Retirement means different things to different people. The …more

“Why do I write?” friends ask. Let me count the motives for journaling: to express myself freely, to find words to capture feelings and longings, to ride imagination beyond, to review my life, to find my true self, to find my place in the world, and to seek my calling for post-retirement life. Not to …more

Not only do men know all the answers to everything, they also know that it is far better to come up with a wrong answer than to ever say, “I don’t know.” Even if he doesn’t know the answer to the question, “Who’s buried in Grant’s tomb?” He will surely give you some answer. He …more

I have recently taken to travelling more frequently by bus on the island, particularly if I wish to visit our capital center, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. I dislike negotiating the ever changing one-way streets in the city, which we often forget is the seventh largest city in Spain, or trying to find a car …more

Recent articles indicate that many boomers approaching retirement don’t have much in the way of retirement savings. What can you do if you are in this situation? (Even if you are not in this situation you may want to read on about money saving ideas). You can be vigilant about spending. Pay special attention to …more

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Retiring in Costa Rica may sound like a dream come true. So far, for my wife and I, it’s worked out OK. It’s not a dream come true, but you don’t believe in that myth anyway do you? So why will retiring to Costa Rica not work out for you? Your extended family will interfere …more

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My healthy living message is simple: eat nutritious food in reasonable amounts, move your body more and manage your stress. It’s not rocket science. You don’t need to be a registered dietitian to know that a salmon and broccoli dinner is a better choice than a Carl’s Jr. Double Western Double Cheeseburger with large fries. …more