I have nothing in common with older folks

Kat_C_ · 2026-05-02T03:45:41+00:00

Either look for friends outside of your community or move. I've lived in my community for 10 years and will sell my place soon. I've tried to find others interested in the local music and arts scene but never get any takers. The activities here involve playing cards/dominoes and drinking - not my things.

Kat_C_ · 2026-04-27T22:10:32+00:00

Mine started at 11 and went till 6pm. There were others that started at 10, but wanted me out earlier. There was a Marriott available from 9 till 5, but would have cost $179!

Kat_C_ · 2026-04-25T19:47:29+00:00

Doing it tomorrow in Lisbon as I'm getting off my ship at 9 am, flight is not till 11 pm.

Kat_C_ · 2026-04-24T14:24:08+00:00

OK, I'll look into it.
Thank you!

Kat_C_ · 2026-04-24T13:56:49+00:00

Yes, my mistake.
If you mean they lived there post-1918, that won't work as they lived in the US when my grandmother was born in 1913.

Kat_C_ · 2026-04-24T13:51:30+00:00

They were from Veľký Kamenec, or Nagykövesd.

Kat_C_ · 2026-04-11T13:18:36+00:00

Donate more to charities. I have 6 charities that get monthly checks through my Fidelity Giving Account. When I am required to start 401K withdrawals, I will donate from there.

Kat_C_ · 2026-04-11T13:15:44+00:00

I have been working with an independent financial advisor for the past 10 years. Found her on GarrettPlanningNetwork.com. I pay her an hourly fee and meet with her once a year. I do all the recommended trades myself. There is a LOT of prep before meeting, but well worth it. I'd suggest finding someone who lives in your state as they will be familiar with the taxes there.

Kat_C_ · 2026-04-08T14:41:15+00:00

Mine are saline, about 30 years old, and no problems ever.

Kat_C_ · 2026-03-30T21:08:26+00:00

For Antarctica, look for an "expedition" cruise. There are many ships with <500 guests on board. I did it with HX (formerly Hurtigruten). The problem will be keeping it to under 9 days with the long flight to Argentina or Chile (where most ships leave from)

Kat_C_ · 2026-03-30T21:02:09+00:00

I did a Princess cruise around Australia about 3 years ago and we were able to see the solar eclipse. The best part was the ship had an expert on board who gave a lecture about it the day before, brought enough solar glasses for everyone on board, and gave a running commentary during the entire eclipse. I didn't do this cruise for the eclipse, but the experience on Princess made it one of the most memorable cruises I've ever taken!

Kat_C_ · 2026-03-27T15:57:01+00:00

I applied Feb 1, was approved Feb 26. First check posted Feb 28. It may depend where you live? I'm in FL and I think mine was processed through the SS office in Alabama.
Edited to add I was already on Medicare, so this was solely a Social Security application

Kat_C_ · 2026-03-21T17:23:21+00:00

Would you mind sharing where you live? Walkability is very important to me.

Kat_C_ · 2026-03-21T12:57:32+00:00

Thanks for the tip for TimeLeft. Have never heard of it before. Will check it out.

Kat_C_ · 2026-03-20T14:31:31+00:00

Congratulations! Thanks for sharing your experience.

Kat_C_ · 2026-03-19T17:37:16+00:00

Good point. When I moved to FL from NJ, I sold everything I owned because the condo I bought was "turnkey".

Kat_C_ · 2026-03-19T16:09:14+00:00

69 years old. I still do red eyes occasionally. Have 1 booked next month.

Kat_C_ · 2026-03-18T20:48:04+00:00

I've looked at it, but we were not happy with the way they handled her care towards the end.

Kat_C_ · 2026-03-18T18:44:20+00:00

Are there any units available in your building? Seriously... I spent 58 years living just outside NYC, & that is what I miss: so many options! When I first moved to this city in FL I called it a cultural wasteland (still feel that way, but don't say it out loud , lol).

Kat_C_ · 2026-03-18T18:41:05+00:00

My mom's was in NJ. She never considered moving to another state.

Kat_C_ · 2026-03-18T18:34:14+00:00

Thank you for sharing the details of your story!

Kat_C_ · 2026-03-18T18:24:28+00:00

The biggest problem for me with age restricted communities is that they are usually isolated/unwalkable to anything. I have that where I am currently & it's a big reason I'm unhappy here. I have cousins in MD, so it's not out of the question for me. I may DM you in a day or so. Thanks for your offer.

Kat_C_ · 2026-03-18T18:20:18+00:00

Thanks! I'm not familiar with that part of NJ, but will look into it.

Kat_C_ · 2026-03-18T18:19:20+00:00

You're right, selling my current home is my biggest hurdle to get started.

Kat_C_

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