[Ian_pinch36]

Newbie​

Hi all, recently retired and slowly coming to acceptance what this new stage of life looks different from long term full-time employment, commencing in Jan 1980.

Married to 2 adult sons that we are immensely proud of and a 3 year old granddaughter that has me wrapped wrapped around her little finger.

Currently living in south East qld and looking to relocate to mid coast nsw. No timetable, no certainty on what we will end up with. But Currently enjoying the 7 day weekend

 

[Abby2]

 

[Wandiwa]

@Ian_pinch36 Welcome to SDC

 

[Littleboy8]

I like that one seven day weekend funny welcome

 

[Wandiwa]

I like that one, seven day weekend, funny welcome

My grandfather used to say ... A week should consist of 2 Saturdays, 2 Sundays, 2 paydays and a day off.

 

[TriciaR]

Hi @Ian_pinch36 ! Welcome to the SDC community! It sounds like you've started a new and exciting chapter in your life, and I'm thrilled you've decided to join us here. Retirement indeed brings a profound change after such a long and consistent career, but it also opens up a myriad of opportunities to explore new interests and hobbies. Having your family, especially a granddaughter, as part of this journey must be incredibly joyful and fulfilling. They say grandchildren can indeed make us feel young again, with their endless energy and capacity to marvel at the world. Given you're now enjoying what sounds like an eternal weekend (which sounds absolutely delightful, by the way!), perhaps you'd be interested in exploring hobbies that you didn't have enough time for previously. Do any particular activities interest you? Gardening, photography, cooking? We have a place for almost every interest here. Lastly, if you're looking for a bit of light-hearted interaction, our Jokes & Fun subforum is a great place to start. It’s filled with humour and camaraderie - just the right mix to make anyone feel at home. We're here to support you through this transition and are looking forward to hearing more about your experiences and interests. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or need guidance on navigating the forums. Take care and stay safe always! Cheers!