Tag Archives: aging

Facing the Future and Enjoying the Passage of Time

Posted on March 24, 2013 by The Retiring Sort

The secret of life is enjoying the passage of time Any fool can do it There ain’t nothing to it Nobody knows how we got to The top of the hill But since we’re on our way down We might … Continue reading →

Posted in Photo Challenges, Retirement itself, Ruminations | Tagged aging, change, future, lifestyle, postaday, retirement planning, Time, Weekly Travel Theme | 23 Comments

Facing a Scary Moment

Posted on January 24, 2013 by The Retiring Sort

I had a scary moment this month. I know I’m not bomb-proof, and understand I’m not twenty anymore. Still, when I have minor aches and pains, I tend to self-treat. I’m the child, step-child, grandchild, and niece of RN’s, who … Continue reading →

Posted in Future Challenges, Health Issues, Health-Diet, Information | Tagged aging, Diabetic Retinopathy, Eye Disease, Health, Iritis, lifestyle, Macular Degeneration, Senior Health, Vision Loss | 20 Comments

Tempting Fate – The Tipping Points of Our Health

Posted on January 11, 2013 by The Retiring Sort

First Fig My candle burns at both ends; It will not last the night; But ah, my foes, and oh, my friends — It gives a lovely light! – by Edna St. Vincent Millay When we’re young, it seems romantic to … Continue reading →

Posted in Health Issues, Ruminations | Tagged aging, choices, Diet, Edna St. Vincent Millay, Health, lifestyle, Senior Health | 3 Comments

Future Challenge – Change is a Bummer

Posted on December 20, 2012 by The Retiring Sort

Last week I offered the first of these challenges. I’m hoping that if you’re visiting this blog, you have at least a passing interest in retirement and the lifestyles it can bring. No matter how old you are, I’d like to challenge … Continue reading →

Posted in Future Challenges, Retirement itself, Ruminations | Tagged aging, change, choices, Diet, future, lifestyle | 17 Comments

Future Challenge: On Golden Pond

Posted on December 13, 2012 by The Retiring Sort

I’m going to on out on a limb here, hoping that if you’re visiting this blog, regardless of your age, you have at least a passing interest in your future and the lifestyles it can bring. Maybe you came for … Continue reading →

Posted in Future Challenges, Retirement itself | Tagged aging, lifestyle, retirement, retirement planning, TRS Future Challenge | 15 Comments

Where’s My Golden Pond?

Posted on December 13, 2012 by The Retiring Sort

In the game of Financing Retirement, there are two sides of the ledger. I’m dedicating various other posts to the Money In side (IRA’s, 401k’s, pensions, savings, Social Security, home equity, etc.), but the only way to figure out when … Continue reading →