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We didn’t really know our neighbor of 11 years until my husband asked to borrow his truck.He not only said yes, but accompanied him on his errand. Afterward, he came over for dinner.We’re still friends to this day, and he’s a grandfather figure to our kids.My husband and I found…
Orrin Onken had always relied on his wife to organize his social life — until one day in 2024.He started inviting men over for lunch to ease the social isolation that comes with retirement.Though some people turned him down, he gained friends and a greater sense of courage.There’s a stereotype…
After medical leave seven years ago, I didn’t return to my full-time job.However, I’ve written a memoir and write freelance work, so I’m not fully retired.I consider myself “fluidly retired” for now.When I was a young professional, I never planned to retire. My career as a health education specialist fulfilled…
Trump fired General Charles Q. Brown Jr. and nominated Lt. Gen. Dan Caine as Joint Chiefs chairman.Caine’s background includes combat experience, entrepreneurship, and roles in national security.Experts say Caine may be missing important qualifications compared to past picks for chairman.President Donald Trump has announced his intention to nominate venture capitalist…
Kelly Benthall, 53, and her husband retired early and have been traveling since August.She realized that her life as a retiree requires the strategies she accrued throughout her career.Once a week, she meets with her husband to review finances, plan travel, and align priorities.For over 30 years, I helped companies…
Stephen and Joanna Vargha moved to Ecuador from North Carolina after retiring early.The moved to Cuenca for its lower cost of living, vibrant culture, and welcoming expat community.They recommend retiring abroad but said anyone thinking about it should do a lot of research.This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation…
I had always been interested in retiring early. I left my job in 2023, years after having my son and publishing my first book. Then, at age 3, my son was diagnosed with cancer. As an elder millennial, I graduated into the 2008 job market armed with a master’s degree…
Chris Curle, 77, does yoga and walks daily.She shared her tips for staying active and healthy into older age with Business Insider.These include going on field trips and not letting age hold you back.A 77-year-old who does yoga and goes on daily walks shared three things that she believes have…
By Shivansh Tiwary and Aishwarya Venugopal (Reuters) -CVS Health last week named as CEO a tried-and-tested company veteran, the latest in a handful of firms this year that have turned to an experienced executive to take the helm, hoping to quell investor concerns amid economic uncertainty. Following pressure from an…
Sisters Jo Johnston, 69, and Elaine Durham, 63, cruise full-time.Both sisters are retired and single and have collectively spent 1,500 days at sea so far.Each already booked their spots on 2025 Holland America Line cruises that are over 100 days long. After an amazing week at sea, many cruisers wish…
