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Redefining Time and Purpose in Retirement

March 31, 2026Leave a Comment

Retirement isn't just about stepping away from work. It's about learning how to relate to time differently.

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March 31, 20252 Comments

Hmmm, does this look like he loves her, or that he might want to strangle her? 🙂 Well, here we are, a little over a week after my knee replacement surgery. Recovery is going well, probably even better than I might have hoped. I'm more mobile than expected and can even get around the house…

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