I thought it might be useful to outline, as I see it, the case for early retirement . This is partly on the back of conversations which I’ve had from curious friends, through to justifying it for myself. Continue reading “The case for early retirement”
Just because we are now on FIRE (Financially Independent, Retired Early) this does not mean we are too proud or flashy to live in a modest way. Continue reading “Just a jar of jam?”
For me it is hard to believe I have been retired for a week now. I keep thinking of this as a spot of annual leave before heading back to work on Monday. Having said that, it is sinking in a little more now and I thought it was time to reflect on the first week of retirement. Continue reading “First week of retirement”
This weekend has been a bit weird and I just wanted to capture a few thoughts while it’s on my mind. I have a few questions on my mind: am I retired or on holiday? How am I meant to feel? Continue reading “Am I retired or on holiday?”
Aside from the hassles of work, I should not fail to record some tender family times. Family life has been a delight lately and I want to savour these important times. Continue reading “Tender family times”
Whenever I can, I like to mark the longest day in some way. This year I got up at 3:00am and went for a mid summer run – it was amazing! Continue reading “Mid summer run”
We have been victims of daylight robbery with the inevitable upset and yet Team Hook has pulled together and risen above this blatant crime. Continue reading “Daylight robbery”
I thought it might be useful to outline, as I see it, the case for early retirement . This is partly on the back of conversations which I’ve had from curious friends, through to justifying it for myself. Continue reading “The case for early retirement”
Aside from the hassles of work, I should not fail to record some tender family times. Family life has been a delight lately and I want to savour these important times. Continue reading “Tender family times”
