1 – What has retirement allowed you to pursue that career/child-rearing prohibited? Those still working, should speculate.
a. After retirement, I went back to college and got an Associate of Science degree in Personal Training. I started a personal training business specializing in working with senior adults.
b. Since I retired in 2005, I’ve traveled in South America, Central America, Europe, Africa and Southeast Asia plus several vacations in Hawaii. In June 2011, I am visiting England, Ireland and Scotland with my two sons.
c. I volunteer with several organizations. I am currently a volunteer with CASA as a court appointed child advocate and the YMCA.
d. I spend 3-4 hours each day reading.
2. What advice would you give your grandchildren?
a. Follow your passions…
3. Right now, my favorite thing to do is:
a. Spend time with family and friends
4. My favorite place in the whole wide world is:
a. Since visiting Italy, I’ve often said if heaven is anything like Italy I’m ready to go.
5. Any interesting things left in your bucket list?
a. My bucket list includes more traveling, more books and more time with my family and friends.
6 – Feel free to add a question and have fun with the answer.