Maybe not an exciting thread to read but I’m curious how many others that retired find the home life boring. Without work there’s so much time on my hands. Thankfully walking my dog helps. I mean if there weren’t people at the dog parks I wouldn’t see anyone. I can tell now that I didn’t plan my after work life very well. My current plan is to wait for spring and go fishing. Bad health prevents any kind of strenuous or high heart pressure activity. Curious how other guys cope with be along a lot. My wife’s job has totally busy and she has to work late so we don’t get to see each other much. Interesting comments are welcome. You don’t need to supply an answer but maybe others feel similarly and just want to share a bit. Thanks
Recently retired and moved to Nevada and didn’t realize how empty life feels without work and seeing friends
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What do your interests in regard to gardening? This is what I look forward to most about retirement. The Nevada climate would present some interesting challenges, but plants have a way of an allowance to the tending of another life, even if it is only a plant.
I've been toying with the hobby for a few years now and have accumulated several specimens whose life I'm managed to sufficiently sustain. However, of the flowering variety, I've only managed a couple of blooms indoors. A violet revealed it was white after I had long forgotten which color violet actually survived of those I initially purchased. And a deep purple orchid managed one single blossom (while typically they bloom in bunches at a time for those more skilled in their care).
That seemed long ago (although the timing did happen to coincide with the arrival of my granddaughters which, respectively, also coincidentally named as their corresponding bloom, one 3 1/2 and the other just turned four. The type of orchid typically blooms in the winter season and the violet in the summer. Surely, there must be something of the circle of life in there somewhere.
I've been toying with the hobby for a few years now and have accumulated several specimens whose life I'm managed to sufficiently sustain. However, of the flowering variety, I've only managed a couple of blooms indoors. A violet revealed it was white after I had long forgotten which color violet actually survived of those I initially purchased. And a deep purple orchid managed one single blossom (while typically they bloom in bunches at a time for those more skilled in their care).
That seemed long ago (although the timing did happen to coincide with the arrival of my granddaughters which, respectively, also coincidentally named as their corresponding bloom, one 3 1/2 and the other just turned four. The type of orchid typically blooms in the winter season and the violet in the summer. Surely, there must be something of the circle of life in there somewhere.
Retirement came suddenly. Overnight, the need to provide 24/7 care struck like a freight train. I went from first-responder to retiree in one day. And yes, it was tough, especially at first. I did well preparing financially but poorly preparing for the social aspects of retirement.
Allow me to make clear, caring for someone I love has been the most difficult experience of my life, and also the most rewarding and enjoyable. I truly treasure these times and pray they continue.
Mixed in with care duties were other issues. Leaving home even for short periods was difficult. I found myself with long periods of inactivity and grinding isolation. Friends were sympathetic at first, but contacts quickly dwindled. The Pastor called me once; a church I we attended for 15 years. That was it.
I decided to spend my time fulfilling a desire that had been lingering for several years. I would read. My desire was to learn and understand the foundation of my faith. I began with the ancient books and went from there. I "bunny hopped" on many subjects as my knowledge and understanding grew. I studied The Second Testament, "The Way", Constantine, the "Dark Ages", The Crusades, the Inquisition, the Puritans, the founding of Christianity in America, the American Revivals and the modern church in America. Then I landed like a brick in Genesis, where it all began. Without a deep understanding of the First Testament, none of this makes complete sense. I have spent the past four years studying the words and deeds of YHWH. I see no end to the joy of discovering Him.
This is not the path for everyone and it may no be yours. It did work for me.
Allow me to make clear, caring for someone I love has been the most difficult experience of my life, and also the most rewarding and enjoyable. I truly treasure these times and pray they continue.
Mixed in with care duties were other issues. Leaving home even for short periods was difficult. I found myself with long periods of inactivity and grinding isolation. Friends were sympathetic at first, but contacts quickly dwindled. The Pastor called me once; a church I we attended for 15 years. That was it.
I decided to spend my time fulfilling a desire that had been lingering for several years. I would read. My desire was to learn and understand the foundation of my faith. I began with the ancient books and went from there. I "bunny hopped" on many subjects as my knowledge and understanding grew. I studied The Second Testament, "The Way", Constantine, the "Dark Ages", The Crusades, the Inquisition, the Puritans, the founding of Christianity in America, the American Revivals and the modern church in America. Then I landed like a brick in Genesis, where it all began. Without a deep understanding of the First Testament, none of this makes complete sense. I have spent the past four years studying the words and deeds of YHWH. I see no end to the joy of discovering Him.
This is not the path for everyone and it may no be yours. It did work for me.
Tall_Timbers
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I retired at age 46, mainly because of disabilities. For close to 20 years after that I was very active in the community. Besides raising my kids, coaching their teams, being girl scout troop leader and cub scout troop leader, I'd serve on as many as 6 non-profit Boards concurrently.
After that I started what I call my 2nd retirement. Now I just take it easy, take naps every day, cook meals, and administer a couple of web sites. For exercise I jog. I'm active in a Veteran's fly fishing organization. I built a few rods, tie flies, and occasional go fishing with other Veterans. I also read a lot of books, always have, and love the time spent reading.
I've never been Bored on account of retirement. I think some people need to work to be content. Fortunately I was a successful enough investor so was able to provide for the family all those years that I didn't have any earned income.
I did have to move from my dream retirement home when it got to be too much work to maintain the property. Old age caught up with me in that way.
After that I started what I call my 2nd retirement. Now I just take it easy, take naps every day, cook meals, and administer a couple of web sites. For exercise I jog. I'm active in a Veteran's fly fishing organization. I built a few rods, tie flies, and occasional go fishing with other Veterans. I also read a lot of books, always have, and love the time spent reading.
I've never been Bored on account of retirement. I think some people need to work to be content. Fortunately I was a successful enough investor so was able to provide for the family all those years that I didn't have any earned income.
I did have to move from my dream retirement home when it got to be too much work to maintain the property. Old age caught up with me in that way.
i hope for you that you resolve the issue soon. i have heard from many customers over the decades that they are bored after retirement. when indolence sets in it is difficult to remove. really difficult for some. if someone is suffering from energy or health issues, still, there are plenty of options. join game clubs, attend bible classes, gather friends for sports game watching, read books, commit to small projects requiring little energy, go out to breakfast or dinner with friends, go sightseeing, drives out in the country, learn solo card games, take up photography or painting.
I got married in Las Vegas in my hotel room at the Hilton that is across the street from Circus Circus.
I retired for a year but decided to work part-time to supplement my finances. Work at the local McDonald's cleaning the lobby 4 days a week. Not the most exciting job but I give it my full effort and appreciate the extra money. Been there over 4 years.
I am 71 years old. My younger brother asked me last year if I was ever going to permanently retire. Told him that I will probably work until I'm dead. That's just me though, don't advise anyone to do this.
I work around the house too to lighten the load on my wife. It gives me purpose. Work gives me purpose. Maybe you lack what you may perceive as purpose.
Glad to have you onboard with us. Welcome to CC.
I retired for a year but decided to work part-time to supplement my finances. Work at the local McDonald's cleaning the lobby 4 days a week. Not the most exciting job but I give it my full effort and appreciate the extra money. Been there over 4 years.
I am 71 years old. My younger brother asked me last year if I was ever going to permanently retire. Told him that I will probably work until I'm dead. That's just me though, don't advise anyone to do this.
I work around the house too to lighten the load on my wife. It gives me purpose. Work gives me purpose. Maybe you lack what you may perceive as purpose.
Glad to have you onboard with us. Welcome to CC.
Same Boat i didnt know any better But like Solomon said. life is vanity, just waiting for the end or the gathering
Hi… thanks for your reply but if you have any post retirement topic or comments, I’d be glad to hear your thoughts on how you’re dealing with so much free time. Or if you’d like to chat about anything else let me know. Thx again
I'm in a different situation. My wife is also retired and we do a lot together. Health makes a big difference. I injured my hands so I had to stop playing table tennis. Now my knee is not so good. I live in a retirement village where we have all kinds of facilities and social groups. I can be as busy or relaxed as I choose.
I spend a bit of time on this forum and I learn a bit about history. I follow current world events.
When I lived alone, I did jigsaw puzzles. I had a 5,000 piece that took me a year to complete. My friends took one look and said, "You're on your own!".
There are things you can do. Volunteer for something, visit other people who live alone or join a social group of some kind. And of course, pray for guidance. It is amazing what God can do that we would not even think of.
Thanks there are some good ideas. I don’t live a retirement center. I have thought of jigsaw puzzles and play online. I’ve been looking for volunteer work, but so far nothing. Not much for choices either. I do pray daily. I want to be involved at something so I do keep my eye out. I’m hopeful but it can get discouraging sometimes. Thank again for your reply. Hope your hand feels better soon.
Well, I'm still a very long way from retirement, but I'm sorry you're bored. I can't imagine that at all. There are so many things that interest me and keep me busy. And my to-do list is still long. Well, everyone is different and has different talents, so I don't know what to advise you. But I know some retirees who are into 3D printing, for example. That's something you can invest a lot of time in. If I had more free time, I would listen to more audiobooks. I really hope you find some good things to do.
Hi and thanks for your reply and idea about 3D printing. It sounds like something I’ve never tried and not sure what I’d need to make from a 3D printer. Actually I have trouble with my normal home printer. It sits for months and when I go to use it the printer won’t or it needs an update and then stops working. Still I think you’re a very kind person to offer to help and I do appreciate it very much. Curious if you’ve been successful printing 3D stuff? Thanks again, John
Thanks for your words. Your situation really got me thinking, which is why I replied even though I can't contribute much. Well, 3D printing is a world unto itself. You can find ideas on thingiverse.com or other similar portals, for example. There you can download finished objects and print them. Yes, I have a 3D printer and have already done some things with it. For example, a logo/lettering for my sports club. It now hangs in the entrance. Otherwise, it's mostly small practical things for everyday use like a custom-fit cell phone holder for my car. If you're interested in the topic, there are tons of tutorials on YouTube.
What hobbies did you have in the past or what topics interest you?
What hobbies did you have in the past or what topics interest you?
You sound very creative and that’s good. My wife probably won’t approve the 3D spending and would think if I wanted a cell phone holder I could bend up a coat hanger…. Haaahaa. Just kidding. I enjoy fishing and used to play golf but now have a heart aneurysm so I need to be careful about things. Your club placard sounds like it turned out great. Congrats! And thanks for your reply.
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