Category Archives: Reflections
Retirement
I will turn 65 in a few months and have announced my plans to retire. I have a long list of things I want to do, and after 50 years of employment and saving, I am well situated for these … Continue reading
Send Cards to Friends and Family
“Leading up to the day, I’ll break out my stationery and mail off cards to coworkers who keep me sane and friends I consider family. I try to get ahead of the price jump by purchasing flowers from a local … Continue reading
Make a Home-Cooked Meal and Read a Book
“I’m choosing to go solo this Valentine’s Day — not out of loneliness, but out of self-love. I’ll start by cooking myself a gourmet meal, savoring every bite instead of rushing through my meal while doom scrolling through social media. … Continue reading
Buy Yourself a Gift From Tiffany’s
“I have been a widow for five Valentine’s Days. This year will be my sixth. Last year I started a new tradition. I called a shopper at Tiffany & Co. and told her what I was looking for. Last year … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 