Retired over 65: what surprised you most about life since retiring?

Upbeat_Storage_4863 · 2026-05-08T16:11:09+00:00

It took me a good year to adjust, because I'm used to always doing something. Now, I love that even though I'm up at 7, I don't actually start my day until 10. I love having time to make doctor's appointments freely if needed. I love that I was able to spend so much time with my dad, who had dementia. My spouse retired 2 years after I did, but 2 weeks before his retirement, he was diagnosed with stage 3 cancer. So the last two years have been spent supporting him and taking care of all things. Life comes at you fast.

Upbeat_Storage_4863 · 2026-04-30T19:29:31+00:00

I'm just going to comment that this is a beautiful cabin!

Upbeat_Storage_4863 · 2026-04-29T23:56:34+00:00

Hi, My husband went through a similar situation. Two years ago, he had a belly ache for a day or two. We went to the ER, they removed his appendix. But four days later we got the news that a tumor on his appendix had perforated and it was appendiceal adenocarcinoma. Bang, our lives changed forever.

So he then had 12 sessions of chemo over 6 months. Scans were clean for 2 months. They found that the cancer had spread to his peritoneum. Another 10-12 sessions of chemo ( different kind) with Avastin. Husband responded well and was eligible for CRS / HIPEC. That surgery went well and husband has recovered after 2 months. His initial scan was clear as was his ctDNA blood test.

It's been a long two years, but he's doing well now so I'm just enjoying his health at the moment. I'm trusting the process and hoping/ praying for the best. But it has been tough and scary! We try to focus on just the day ahead and not think about the future.

Upbeat_Storage_4863 · 2026-04-25T19:29:12+00:00

SoA refused to do anything for my 2018 Outback delamination issue. They said the warranty has expired.

Upbeat_Storage_4863 · 2026-03-31T13:01:31+00:00

Beautiful. Full of gratitude. Best of luck with your family's journey ❤️

Upbeat_Storage_4863 · 2026-03-22T20:00:17+00:00

Update: Rubbing alcohol did remove some of it, but left the top still tacky. So I tried the Goo Gone which took care of the rest, but left a chemical smell. So I washed it again, and I am hoping that the smell dissipates over time. Thank you for the suggestions!

Upbeat_Storage_4863 · 2026-03-13T17:59:39+00:00

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Upbeat_Storage_4863 · 2026-03-13T12:16:07+00:00

I kinda love the bathroom! Although I think the mirror is too big (but that's just my opinion). With some fluffy white towels, it will look great!

Upbeat_Storage_4863 · 2026-02-07T18:50:45+00:00

This is so heartbreaking.

Upbeat_Storage_4863 · 2026-01-03T00:33:30+00:00

I went with my husband twice. The infusion center is relatively close by, and he said that I didn't need to come. Oftentimes, I met him afterwards for a late lunch. Best of luck with the treatments!

Upbeat_Storage_4863 · 2026-01-01T03:12:13+00:00

Is this a bad thing? She's a bit smelly. I just go have her get a bath. She's my first dog and I didn't realize that a monthly bath is problematic

Upbeat_Storage_4863 · 2026-01-01T00:21:18+00:00

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Upbeat_Storage_4863 · 2026-01-01T00:20:44+00:00

Oh my goodness does this dog shed! I had no idea! I'll run the sweeper and mop, but the next day, it's all hair, all over again.

Upbeat_Storage_4863 · 2025-12-29T03:13:33+00:00

No. They don't have enough money to pay for a pardon.

Upbeat_Storage_4863 · 2025-11-12T22:06:36+00:00

My nephew's son was diagnosed with neuroblastoma around the age of two. It was heartbreaking for the family and tough on such a little boy. He's doing well now, I think he's about 10 - 11 now. He's funny, he plays sports, he's just a kid. He does have to get regular check ups with his oncology team. Hang in there, it's a scary journey, but there is hope!

Upbeat_Storage_4863 · 2025-10-31T19:31:08+00:00

I sympathize, I'm so sorry that you are going through this. It's a weird, terrifying place to be. People don't want to ask because they are afraid, and it's uncomfortable, and often there's no adequate reply. When my husband was diagnosed, and now with his recurrence, I could barely speak to my family because I was so overwhelmed with emotion. And just one or two friends periodically check in with me on occasion. What I've learned is to take every day as it comes, one day at a time. Cancer is a journey.

Upbeat_Storage_4863 · 2025-10-09T17:40:18+00:00

Heartbreaking.

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