I am a great fan of Slow Travel, staying in a different country for many weeks at a time, living like a local. Up until recently, I always associated Slow Travel with trips to a foreign country, where we have to cope with a different language, and all the interesting things that turn up as… Continue reading Slow Travel can also be Family Time
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Do you need a Bucket List?
I’m not a bucket list sort of person. I am very fortunate to be able to afford most things I want to do, the problem is more in fitting it all in. I have zero desire to bungee jump, or leap from a plane, drive a Ferrari, or live at the Ritz. My desires are… Continue reading Do you need a Bucket List?
Retirement Needs Stimulation
The impact of Covid-19 has made me realise that a primary need in Retirement is stimulation. I have spoken of what are essentials for retirement before but this time I have particularly used the word Needs, not Wants. The two are quite different. Over 65’s have been dis-proportionally affected by Covid. This figure is skewed,… Continue reading Retirement Needs Stimulation
2020 – A new decade
The 2010’s were a great decade. I wonder what the 2020’s will bring. I am sure it will be exciting and interesting. I’ve drawn up my goals for 2020.
The 2010’s – What A Decade
The 2010’s were an amazing decade for us. Were they good for you too. It was the time we decided to retire. Our best decision ever.
New Zealand – 2020
New Zealand is a fantastic place. This was our fifth trip, mainly to meet our grandson, but fitted in a couple of side trips.