Category Archives: What Do You DO All Day?!?

“I’m setting a good example by working at a job”

Posted on June 10, 2013 by Doug Nordman

I read an interesting forum thread about the conflicts between living life on your terms or meeting society’s expectations. When you reach financial independence and can choose whether or not to work for a paycheck, there may still be other … Continue reading →

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“What, me worry?”

Posted on July 7, 2011 by Doug Nordman

(I know, I know, that title reference may be a bit historical for some of you. Here’s the link. ) WordPress, this blog’s host, has been running a “PostADay2011” promotion with daily thought-provoking inspirational questions. The kickstarter for Tuesday 28 … Continue reading →

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Volunteering for Charity or Neighbors

Posted on January 31, 2011 by Doug Nordman

New retirees have the time to sort out their options and settle into their new lifestyle, but they’re still learning how they want to spend that time.  It can take a few months to feel their way into a new … Continue reading →

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Retirement: don’t recreate your old environment

Posted on January 20, 2011 by Doug Nordman

Retirement is a great opportunity to make new lifestyle choices, but proceed with caution. Most people are comfortable with the habits they’ve developed over the years, and upheaval for its own sake can be more disruptive than beneficial. Family and … Continue reading →

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