Tag Archives: Social Security

Retirement Financial Struggles vs Corporate Greed

  Sure, I’m proud of the fact that I have been retired for ten months and have not once had to dip into my savings account to meet the monthly bills. Each month gets a little harder, though.  Social Security … Continue reading

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Pennies Earned Are Pennies Saved

When I was in my 20s, I envisioned a retirement filled with leisure activities and without financial concerns.  I would somehow make my mark on the world and become, if not wealthy, at least a solid member of the upper … Continue reading

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A Little Help From My Friends

Last night, I dreamed I returned to my pre-retirement job. No, it wasn’t a nightmare, but it also isn’t something that’s going to happen.  I’m loving not having to set my alarm, and having nowhere I need to be at … Continue reading

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Keeping Busy

Beautiful, aren’t they? It’s one way to keep me off the streets and out of trouble, and people do seem to love my baby/toddler crocheted afghans. As well as my regular adult-sized afghans: Which is a good thing ’cause I … Continue reading

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