A bit selfish, but still seeking peace of mind
HD writers and commentators have discussed a wide range of topics related to an enjoyable retirement. Finances is a primary topic, including investments and drawdowns, budgets and such. Closely following is use of time and dealing with the break from a working life.
I think I am fighting a mid-retirement life crisis. All I want now is peace of mind, and to limit stress as much as possible. I don’t want to worry, but that is not happening lately. Perhaps my quest is a bit selfish because I know for sure there are many, many people coping with far worse vicissitudes than I am.
Connie is in the process of being diagnosed with something requiring a CT scan and other tests. I am concerned, perhaps over little or nothing.
Two good friends were just diagnosed with cancer, one that requires life changing surgery. Last week a long time friend died.
Switching to more mundane matters our fridge just gave up, leaving it and the freezer full of spoiling food. We had just stocked the freezer. Now comes the aggravation of shopping for a new one and the hassle of delivery interwoven with previous plans we had.
The fridge shouldn’t have been a surprise. All our appliances are at least twelve years old, all coming when the condo was built. There is talk of replacing the stove and dishwasher too. That is Connie talking, but I know she is right.
As we were having breakfast at a local diner - no edible food in the house- and discussing our collective woes, I mentioned the one silver lining.
“Tell me” Connie asked. “At least we can pay for it,” I said. There we are, back to money and in this case emergency funds. The fridge is around $4,000, but we haven’t priced the other items yet. 🤑
At least that’s one worry forgone. One luxury that I know many people don’t have. Money doesn’t buy happiness, money isn’t the answer to most problems, but on occasion having a little squirreled away can ease stress.
Last evening we got word the garage door at our building is stuck - closed. Our cars are inside - we are trapped. I’m hoping the repair crew will have a better day when they get here. I’m told there must be a manual way to open the door. 🥵
All I want is a good nights sleep, relaxing with little on my mind. Retirement doesn’t allow you to escape life though, as all retirees know.
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