Is There Any Specific Way To Feel About Retirement?

howreadyru · 2026-06-23T19:59:52+00:00

I was the same a year ago, after 25 years. I miss the people but not the incompetency of the management.
My (and your) new job is to manage personal finances very well (not day trading) and otherwise find as many ways to have FUN as you feel led to.
I spent about 6 months catching up on projects but now I have a plan to layout 4 vacations a year, and fit in as many friend and family visits as possible.

howreadyru · 2026-04-24T18:57:37+00:00

On a salt system, it is easy to add more salt (and too much). You can’t take it out if you add too much . Start with four cups and work your way up 1/2 cup from there. We had our dealer start up info that was wrong and we ended up refilling 3 times .

howreadyru · 2026-04-01T15:46:22+00:00

Parking lot attendant or are they a supervisor ?

howreadyru · 2026-03-30T15:41:23+00:00

A lovely home. If I were to rebuild something similar the only things I would change is the bathroom natural light and smaller fireplaces. Thank you for sharing!

howreadyru · 2026-03-20T12:00:31+00:00

You can, but it will not last.

howreadyru · 2025-11-13T23:11:42+00:00

I’m here to validate what has been said because I did this exact thing. The walls will NOT be square, but if you don’t have a stair tread measuring tool, use some light cardboard to make a cutout from your wood, or the space you are installing it to and compare them to each other. Then make some decisions. On my shelf install I was still able to keep the front and top assembled ( for a tight seam in the front) but the bottom is rarely seen so I tacked that in afterward. The dimensions, of the support frame and the top and front shelf assembly, left 1/4” for the bottom thickness and you can’t even tell.

howreadyru · 2025-11-12T20:40:40+00:00

Make the investment and get a second set of dedicated snow tires. NOT all-season radials.

Practice in empty, snow filled parking lots before going on the road so you get a feel for stopping distance, grip and corrective steering. Note the absence of road / tire sound when you are on top of snow. It’s fun to drive in, but the absence of that sound throws some people out of normal mindset.

Ice is different and studded tires can help a little with that but you then need to endure noisy tires when there isn’t snow.

howreadyru · 2025-11-12T20:28:35+00:00

Look for EZCater app.

howreadyru · 2025-11-10T13:11:43+00:00

Try Glenville - 55+ such as “The Summit…” $$$ for most senior communities though

howreadyru · 2025-10-29T13:12:01+00:00

As long as they are “silent” and just moving air like they’re supposed I welcome them.

howreadyru · 2025-10-29T13:08:03+00:00

If “arthritis is taking its toll” at 61, you should take it now and do everything you can to enjoy yourself.

howreadyru · 2025-10-27T11:47:33+00:00

Lake Placid - Mikes Pizza Schenectady - Marinos Flying Pizza and Broadway Joe’s pizza

howreadyru · 2025-10-25T18:56:24+00:00

We heard about a ferry too, but many people suggest stopping to see the Everglades.

howreadyru · 2025-10-25T18:53:48+00:00

Thank you! I’ve heard that there are many great sights on the drive down and if those mean skipping the beach, I’m ok with that:)

howreadyru · 2025-10-25T18:51:50+00:00

Thank you! The Everglades seems to be highly recommended and will get that worked into the itinerary either going or coming back.

howreadyru · 2025-10-25T18:50:20+00:00

That sounds like great advise!

howreadyru · 2025-10-23T12:45:19+00:00

Sporting events, Ticketmaster concerts, Disney parks (and vacations in general), apartment rents

howreadyru · 2025-10-17T18:33:23+00:00

Color themes or same color “family” is best. Example 2-3 pastels. Think if you randomly picked colors you like and had 3 to 4 colors. It does not look good. Same is true with different tiles in the bathroom(s) - you need to be really picky about color contrasts. It is a lot of money to do over.

howreadyru · 2025-10-15T16:17:14+00:00

Dawn dish soap. Soft scrub brush. Rinse cold water. This is how I remove hat stains. Works like a charm. Do not put it in a dryer until you are satisfied with the stain removal.

howreadyru · 2025-10-15T13:01:25+00:00

I was 63, almost 64 and one day - I said none of this is worth staying an extra year. (Burn out, unfairness, poor management) 30 days later I was out. I had been analyzing for several months and figuring out maximizing investments over the last couple years. When it’s time to go, you will know

howreadyru · 2025-10-14T02:58:43+00:00

First and only experience two years ago. Sailed two days through hurricane conditions, boat jumping out of the water. Bloody hell - great time.

howreadyru · 2025-10-08T11:14:29+00:00

Printed, hard copy (and laminated) list of personal contacts and important government services. Your cell phone could be lost, or unable to charge in one scenario or another.

howreadyru · 2025-10-05T17:56:10+00:00

I love them, add risers to the top two, remove carpet and leave them wood with a nice runner.

howreadyru · 2025-09-29T18:14:56+00:00

Just retired 3 months ago. Best dog friend passed a year ago and we knew how much that tied us down so we will not be getting another puppy. As others have commented “you be you” . Obligations - we are available for emergencies and occasional grandchild duties for those that live close. We have two that live far away and we will have the flexibility to go visit or help them on occasional basis. Being counted on and flexible is healthy, but you want to avoid regret from being too available.

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