One Year in the Bold North
This past week marked the first anniversary of my retirement. Unlike the countdown to retirement, which was an App on my phone, there had been no calculation of the days without gainful employment. It came to me when I was teaching Fearless Aging on February 1: "You've been retired one year today." This is, obviously, an opportunity for reflection so carpe diem--I'll seize the day. Anticipated: I would enjoy getting back in a regular exercise routine. Learned: I have. Enormously. It took a while to find what classes were the best fit and I've settled into twice weekly yoga and two-three times water exercise, plus the Saturday Pilates I've maintained for a few years. When the weather is nice (for me sunny and at least mid-60s), walking and gardening get added into the days. Not Necessarily Anticipated: I would enjoy being part of the exercise clan in these classes. Learned: I have. Enormously. The yogis are an eclectic...