by Retired Life Now | Jul 24, 2023 | Transitions
By Bruce Carlson Welcome, reader! If you’re gearing up for a move and feeling the weight of the impending transition, fret not! Karen and I have recently gone through the process and we’re here to share some tips and tricks to help you do the same thing....
by Retired Life Now | Jul 18, 2023 | Transitions
Change is a constant in life. There is no denying that fact. We can choose to embrace the changes that are presented to us, or we can fight hard to resist whatever change the person or situation may place in our path. When reading the previous paragraph, how does it...
by Retired Life Now | Jul 18, 2023 | Transitions
By Bruce Carlson The transition of moving and looking for a new home in southern Illinois has begun. It could also be called liminal space, an in-between time. We started to ask ourselves what was in the area and how different it was. We began to ask ourself’s...
by Retired Life Now | Jul 18, 2023 | Transitions
By Bruce Carlson Greetings, to our blog readers! I’m thrilled to share with you the incredible journey Karen and I have embarked upon in our new home, the enchanting town of New Athens, Illinois. Nestled in the heart of the Midwest, this vibrant community has...
by Retired Life Now | Jul 18, 2023 | Transitions
By Bruce Carlson Introduction Moving to a new location brings both excitement and challenges, especially when it coincides with the transition into retirement. It is a critical phase that requires careful planning and preparation to ensure a smooth and fulfilling...
by Retired Life Now | Jul 18, 2023 | Transitions
By Bruce Carlson As Karen and I began the process of moving and heading into retirement we realized financial planning was a key component. We were leaving the working world and losing our regular income required some rethinking of expenses. Moving south helped with...