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I've been having some fun with my regular blog, Retired and Restless, and posted a little humor. Chocolate-covered bacon may not have much to do with aging gracefully, but certainly suggests that we can eat our dessert first!

Here are a couple of other humorous posts that DO relate to aging (gracefully or not):

Aging Athlete's Feet

Just Grumpy or Mentally Ill


Enjoy!

I just recently took a few days and visited the Villages in Florida. I thought it was heaven found! Does anyone on this site live there now? If so I would like to know the scoop - is it really as much fun as I think it is?

Hello Everyone,
This is taylor from spain. I would like to introduce to you people regarding a new concept from my company. We have comeup with a new concept in retirement accommodation for Over 55's with VILLAMARTINHILLS.
Villamartin Hills in spain is a totally new concept in senior
retirement living for the over 55. An exclusive village, with luxury apartments surrounded by landscaped gardens with all the facilities you could wish for including an on-site clinic for all your health needs and 24-hour security. visit villamartinhills.com

Contact Details:
SPAIN OFFICE:
Sitara S.L., Avenida Del Nido S/N,
Urbanizacion Eagles Nest,
03193 San Miguel de Salinas,
Provencia de Alicante, Spain.
Tel: +34 966 723 437
Office Fax: +34 965 720 817

I am a newbie and want to say HI!
Recently retired and checking out "volunteering". Any suggestions appreciated i.e., hospital, library, etc. I live in a small town with closest large town 20 0r 40 miles away so price of gas may be a problem.
I also travel in my RV during the warm months.
Thanks!!

Hi al new to the group but have been retired for 4 years.

I love to travel, ski and dance. I just started a blog so please check it out at

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I think there's many aspects of retirement that don't get enough attention and want to generate some discussion on them.

Retired Rosie

This could be a very useful group but it seems to have no one moderating or leading a discussion of any kind. It's a shame as I joined it assuming it would be active but that isn't the case..

I'm writing a book on retirement satisfaction. Would you take 10 minutes to complete the following survey? (I promise there is no hidden agenda, i.e., I'm trying to sell you anything.)
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In addition, I have the following questions, I'd like answered.

What are the primary goals for people retiring today?

What are the obstacles people face during the retirement transition?

What are the most common frustrations people face?

What are the 5 most difficult challenges facing new retirees?



What are the 5 top questions new retirees are asking that they are unable to find answers to?

What are 5 dreams or goals new retirees want for retirement?

What are the biggest mistakes you see new retirees making?

Thank you for taking the time to help.

INDEPENDENCE is certainly a concept that goes beyond a holiday, a day off from work, a day for picnics and parades and fireworks.

Besides the fact that July 4th represents our country’s “birth,” our severance from ”Mother England, and the oppressive nature of that colonial relationship, INDEPENDENCE represents for each and every one of the citizens of this country the FREEDOMs and RIGHTs that we guaranteed ourselves by Constitutional Amendments that were ratified by the several states as part of the agreement to accept the new Constitution drafted by the Convention in Philadelphia back in 1787-88.

Those FREEDOMs and RIGHTs are put to the test DAILY when it comes to Aging Americans and their LIFESTYLES. What expectations do you have of a decent retirement, of a decent standard of living, of a decent level of medical care, of a decent quality of life, of a decent dignity in death, and a decent burial?

I believe it is our continuing responsibility as active older Americans to remind this generation, and the next, and the one coming after that, of the very real obligations they carry toward their elders and that we are to be honored, not endured; that we are a blessing to them, not a burden.

I say it is Our responsibility because we, as active older Americans still have a voice, and we can demand to be heard. I’ve heard that one out of every four voters (people who actually VOTE) are members of AARP. There is tremendous strength in those numbers, and we have the power to positively affect the way we (and our descendents) are treated and cared for in America for decades to come. Let’s be united. Let’s ensure that our own INDEPENDENCE is respected and guaranteed.

Fear of Abandonment certainly is real, even for dogs. But how normal is it for a recent retiree to experience such fears? Is it my nature to look for the worst possible outcomes and then sit in my misery and imagine horrible things? What a waste of life that would be. No. I think I have only a “moderate” concern about abandonment, mostly fueled by stories I hear or read about when older folks are left to fend for themselves.

In some cultures, elders are revered and taken care of. I’ve mentioned this before. I’ve also read about cultures where the aged are abandoned once they become a burden on the family or tribe. Given some water and food, and perhaps a weapon, the aged body is left under a shade tree to eventually die. This sounds a bit like the animal kingdom, (less the weapon) and therefore could be considered within the natural order of life…the circle of life.

We can fight or we can surrender. Both terms have many meanings and we interpret the concepts of ”fighting” and “surrendering” as we choose.

I choose to fight for my rights to fair treatment and a decent standard of living. I will also surrender to the Almighty and accept my fate when my time comes.

What I will not accept is the verdict of others who take it upon themselves to decide when I should be put out to pasture. As long as my MIND is sound, I will make my own decisions, thank you very much.

Gain strength and maintain your independence. Hold tight to your beliefs. Stand by your family and friends, but demand your rightful place in society.

From Gruggers blog site Retired and Restless

This looked like a great group so I joined. Then I noticed that out of 200+ members the posts are few and far between. Too bad. This is certainly a good topic and one I'd like to discuss.

Signing out.

annie