As I write this, the world is in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic or Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS-CoV-2). As a world, at the beginning of May, we crossed 300,000 deaths, and we have more ahead of us. Our hospitals have been swamped, our medics are working flat out, double shifts in many cases,… Continue reading Our Changing World
Book Review – A Delightful Little Book on Aging
By Stephanie Raffelock This book is exactly what it says – a delightful little book on Aging. The author takes you on a journey and you smile as you follow her gentle path through retirement life. It covers how retirement has changed from our parents and grandparents time. It pokes at the establishment, why are… Continue reading Book Review – A Delightful Little Book on Aging
Month 1 – Social Distancing
As I write this, my husband and I have now been Social distancing – meaning we have been in the house pretty much for the last four weeks, since March 16th. If we are out, we never get within 2 or 3 metres of anyone else. In the UK, everyone who can is staying in.… Continue reading Month 1 – Social Distancing
Book Review – Keys to a Successful Retirement – by Fritz Gilbert
Audience : Those who are approaching retirement, or those who have already retired and want to improve their retirement Content : This book is easy to read, informative yet challenging. You are encouraged to think for yourself, and build your own plans for a successful retirement. Fritz writes in a clear style, it is easy… Continue reading Book Review – Keys to a Successful Retirement – by Fritz Gilbert
Week 1 – Social Distancing
Coronavirus, Covid 19, or SARS-CoV-2 Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2, to give it its full title is wreaking havoc across the world as I write this. As of 13th March the government has asked all people over 70, and those with underlying health conditions to social distance themselves, If anyone has any symptoms they… Continue reading Week 1 – Social Distancing
Book Review – Retirement by Design – Ida O Abbott JD
A Guided Workbook for Creating a Happy and Purposeful Future Who is it for? People who are preparing for Retirement, and indeed those who have already retired, but who feel they need to add some purpose into their retirement. Overview This is one of the most comprehensive books covering all aspects of retirement that I… Continue reading Book Review – Retirement by Design – Ida O Abbott JD