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”
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First week of retirement
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”
Guest blog – a retirement poem
One of my friends, Brian, is known for his thoughtful poetry and art, so I asked if him about retirement. In no time at all – and while he was on holiday – this is what he came up with: Continue reading “Guest blog – a retirement poem”
Should Christians be tolerant?
This is all about whether Christians should be tolerant towards each other and to others. Recently I was walking back from town and I bumped into a couple of fellow church members. I unplugged by earbuds and we said “hi” to each other and then a short but interesting conversation started…. Continue reading “Should Christians be tolerant?”
Such encouragement!
Yesterday I was so pleased having a visit from my friend Paul here in hospital: such encouragement!
I always like our banter which included being greeted by being told “ you look so institutionalised Doug”. Continue reading “Such encouragement!”