WELCOME TO BABY BOOMER MEMOS
BLOG #74
SHOULD AGING BABY BOOMER RETIREES MOVE TO RURAL LOCATIONS?
Should retired Baby Boomers live in rural locations? Yes, if we want a slower-paced lifestyle in a low-key environment.
A huge plus is that costs-of-living are typically lower than most cities. Housing is comparatively affordable for retirees who rely on limited fixed incomes.
But ... a huge negative is potential loneliness. Rural homes tend to be somewhat secluded and isolated. Will it be too much seclusion and isolation?
And ... are boomers willing to cope with scarce or non-existent public transportation? To get basic essentials, medical care, et al., we must own a car and be able to drive it - no matter the weather conditions, e.g. heavy snow, bitter cold. Otherwise, we are dependent on others for transportation.
NOTE
So, where should Baby Boomers live as we journey into old age?
Some of us are choosing small cities or suburban areas as compromises between urban and rural living. These locations are fairly serene and relatively affordable, yet provide adequate access to necessities, entertainment, and activities.
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Boomers Move To Over-55 Communities ...
Thursday, February 28, 2019
Thursday, February 21, 2019
SHOULD AGING BABY BOOMER RETIREES MOVE TO BIG CITIES?
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BLOG #73
SHOULD AGING BABY BOOMER RETIREES MOVE TO BIG CITIES?
Retired Baby Boomers are searching for the 'perfect place' to live as we journey into old age.
Should boomers move to big cities? Yes, if we want an action-packed environment and appreciate countless entertainment and dining options.
A huge plus for boomers who do not own cars or drive is that nearly every food we crave and item we need is reached by walking or public transportation. Nearby stores provide (mostly) prompt front-door deliveries of groceries, medications, laundry, et cetera.
But ... are retirees able to afford city-life? A huge negative is the expense, especially housing costs. Homes in desirable neighborhoods are absurdly over-priced and unaffordable for retirees who rely on limited fixed incomes.
And ... are we willing to cope with crowded streets crammed full of nonstop traffic, phone-zombie pedestrians, and reckless bike riders, accompanied by constant noise?
NOTE
Disturbing reality hits when older Baby Boomers notice we've slowed down a step-or-two. We are no longer nimble enough, speedy enough, or attentive enough to always keep up with the fast-pace of city living. Disturbing indeed!
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Boomers Move To Rural Locations ...
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Email: drwendykyman@gmail.com
BLOG #73
SHOULD AGING BABY BOOMER RETIREES MOVE TO BIG CITIES?
Retired Baby Boomers are searching for the 'perfect place' to live as we journey into old age.
Should boomers move to big cities? Yes, if we want an action-packed environment and appreciate countless entertainment and dining options.
A huge plus for boomers who do not own cars or drive is that nearly every food we crave and item we need is reached by walking or public transportation. Nearby stores provide (mostly) prompt front-door deliveries of groceries, medications, laundry, et cetera.
But ... are retirees able to afford city-life? A huge negative is the expense, especially housing costs. Homes in desirable neighborhoods are absurdly over-priced and unaffordable for retirees who rely on limited fixed incomes.
And ... are we willing to cope with crowded streets crammed full of nonstop traffic, phone-zombie pedestrians, and reckless bike riders, accompanied by constant noise?
NOTE
Disturbing reality hits when older Baby Boomers notice we've slowed down a step-or-two. We are no longer nimble enough, speedy enough, or attentive enough to always keep up with the fast-pace of city living. Disturbing indeed!
STAY TUNED
Boomers Move To Rural Locations ...
CONTACT INFORMATION
Email: drwendykyman@gmail.com
Thursday, February 14, 2019
AGING BABY BOOMER RETIREES ARE LEAVING HOME
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BLOG #72
AGING BABY BOOMER RETIREES ARE LEAVING HOME
Are you leaving home? Lots of Baby Boomers are doing it.
Why?
Most retired boomers are on the move because what we once considered forever homes, towns, and cities no longer fit our present needs or future plans.
Where?
Some of us have definite destinations. The rest of us are searching for the 'perfect place' to live. Is there such a place?
Outcome?
No matter where we land, we're going to feel a bit disoriented and dislocated, probably for a while. Obviously, those feelings will be stronger and last longer if boomers are living alone for the first time in our adult lives, either due to deaths of spouses, divorces, and/or grown-up children emptying our nests.
NOTE
Once Baby Boomer widows and divorcees adjust to the disconcerting changes in living conditions, the majority does quite well. Over time, most new singles wind up enjoying our privacy and treasuring independence. It is refreshing to do what we want, when we want.
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Is A Big City 'Perfect' For Boomers ...
CONTACT INFORMATION
Email: drwendykyman@gmail.com
BLOG #72
AGING BABY BOOMER RETIREES ARE LEAVING HOME
Are you leaving home? Lots of Baby Boomers are doing it.
Why?
Most retired boomers are on the move because what we once considered forever homes, towns, and cities no longer fit our present needs or future plans.
Where?
Some of us have definite destinations. The rest of us are searching for the 'perfect place' to live. Is there such a place?
Outcome?
No matter where we land, we're going to feel a bit disoriented and dislocated, probably for a while. Obviously, those feelings will be stronger and last longer if boomers are living alone for the first time in our adult lives, either due to deaths of spouses, divorces, and/or grown-up children emptying our nests.
NOTE
Once Baby Boomer widows and divorcees adjust to the disconcerting changes in living conditions, the majority does quite well. Over time, most new singles wind up enjoying our privacy and treasuring independence. It is refreshing to do what we want, when we want.
STAY TUNED
Is A Big City 'Perfect' For Boomers ...
CONTACT INFORMATION
Email: drwendykyman@gmail.com
Thursday, February 7, 2019
AGING BABY BOOMERS ARE ON THE MOVE - OR NOT
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BLOG #71
AGING BABY BOOMERS ARE ON THE MOVE - OR NOT
Once the retirement decision is settled, Baby Boomers turn our attention to current places of residence.
Should we stay put or move somewhere else?
And: Where is the best place to go? Who will accompany us? What will we do when we get there ... wherever there is?
On one hand, some boomers believe fresh starts are liberating. New surroundings, new people, and new opportunities perk up our lives.
On the other hand, some of us are hesitant to move away from family, friends, neighbors, and all that is familiar.
It's natural to have moments of doubt and anxiety, even when we move with a spouse or a friend.
What about doing it alone? Would you? Could you?
NOTE
The growing trend among retired Baby Boomers is testing out various types of residences in a wide array of locales, on a temporary basis, before planting roots and making permanent moves.
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Boomers Live The Solo Life ...
CONTACT INFORMATION
Email: drwendykyman@gmail.com
BLOG #71
AGING BABY BOOMERS ARE ON THE MOVE - OR NOT
Once the retirement decision is settled, Baby Boomers turn our attention to current places of residence.
Should we stay put or move somewhere else?
And: Where is the best place to go? Who will accompany us? What will we do when we get there ... wherever there is?
On one hand, some boomers believe fresh starts are liberating. New surroundings, new people, and new opportunities perk up our lives.
On the other hand, some of us are hesitant to move away from family, friends, neighbors, and all that is familiar.
It's natural to have moments of doubt and anxiety, even when we move with a spouse or a friend.
What about doing it alone? Would you? Could you?
NOTE
The growing trend among retired Baby Boomers is testing out various types of residences in a wide array of locales, on a temporary basis, before planting roots and making permanent moves.
STAY TUNED
Boomers Live The Solo Life ...
CONTACT INFORMATION
Email: drwendykyman@gmail.com
Thursday, January 31, 2019
MARRIED AGING BABY BOOMERS RETIRE TOGETHER OR SEPARATELY
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BLOG #70
MARRIED AGING BABY BOOMERS RETIRE TOGETHER OR SEPARATELY
As we all know (and may secretly envy), single Baby Boomers are free to choose post-retirement goals and future plans, independent of anyone else's preferences.
Conversely, married boomers need to make joint decisions and reach consensus. Spouses with in-synch retirement plans and goals enter post-working lives in harmony - more or less.
In contrast, out-of-synch couples struggle to find common ground. Ideally, differences are resolved with a bit (a lot) of give-and-take.
Not always.
If spouses do not settle differences, retirement-related conflicts may escalate to the point of breaking-up marriages.
Again, not always.
Some out-of-synch, financially secure boomers are experimenting with part-time, long-distance, dual-household marriages.
NOTE
An example of a Baby Boomer part-time marriage:
One spouse retires and moves to a distant location. The other spouse stays put and chooses to keep working.
Both agree to connect with frequent phone calls and video chats, in-between regular visits to each other's residences.
Time will tell whether these marriages survive.
Do we need time to tell?
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Boomer Retirees Are On The Move ...
CONTACT INFORMATION
Email: drwendykyman@gmail.com
BLOG #70
MARRIED AGING BABY BOOMERS RETIRE TOGETHER OR SEPARATELY
As we all know (and may secretly envy), single Baby Boomers are free to choose post-retirement goals and future plans, independent of anyone else's preferences.
Conversely, married boomers need to make joint decisions and reach consensus. Spouses with in-synch retirement plans and goals enter post-working lives in harmony - more or less.
In contrast, out-of-synch couples struggle to find common ground. Ideally, differences are resolved with a bit (a lot) of give-and-take.
Not always.
If spouses do not settle differences, retirement-related conflicts may escalate to the point of breaking-up marriages.
Again, not always.
Some out-of-synch, financially secure boomers are experimenting with part-time, long-distance, dual-household marriages.
NOTE
An example of a Baby Boomer part-time marriage:
One spouse retires and moves to a distant location. The other spouse stays put and chooses to keep working.
Both agree to connect with frequent phone calls and video chats, in-between regular visits to each other's residences.
Time will tell whether these marriages survive.
Do we need time to tell?
STAY TUNED
Boomer Retirees Are On The Move ...
CONTACT INFORMATION
Email: drwendykyman@gmail.com
Thursday, January 24, 2019
RETIREMENT IS DIFFICULT FOR AGING BABY BOOMERS IF ...
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BLOG #69
RETIREMENT IS DIFFICULT FOR AGING BABY BOOMERS IF ...
Post-retirement life can be wonderful or difficult or somewhere in-between. Of course, all Baby Boomers want our retirement years to be wonderful, but some of us have difficulty adjusting to jobless lifestyles.
A number of boomers blame adjustment difficulties on the pre-retirement assumption that post-retirement leisure is sublime. We never imagined that excessive leisure could lead to boredom, lethargy, melancholy, et al.
Usually, boredom, et al. surface if retirees lack compelling interests, exciting passions, and ardent causes to pursue in post-retirement - and no clue where to find them. Wouldn't it be fantastic if there were specialty shops that provided custom-made clues?
The solution for boomers who struggle after retirement may be found at local colleges. Enrollment is often free or discounted for older adults. Sign up for a variety of classes and keep an open mind. It is possible that a class will spark curiosity and ignite passion for ... something.
NOTE
At the very least, this solution presents opportunities for Baby Boomers to structure time, participate in a group activity, and expand our knowledge base. Isn't it worth a try?
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Married Boomers Retire Together Or Separately ...
CONTACT INFORMATION
Email: drwendykyman@gmail.com
BLOG #69
RETIREMENT IS DIFFICULT FOR AGING BABY BOOMERS IF ...
Post-retirement life can be wonderful or difficult or somewhere in-between. Of course, all Baby Boomers want our retirement years to be wonderful, but some of us have difficulty adjusting to jobless lifestyles.
A number of boomers blame adjustment difficulties on the pre-retirement assumption that post-retirement leisure is sublime. We never imagined that excessive leisure could lead to boredom, lethargy, melancholy, et al.
Usually, boredom, et al. surface if retirees lack compelling interests, exciting passions, and ardent causes to pursue in post-retirement - and no clue where to find them. Wouldn't it be fantastic if there were specialty shops that provided custom-made clues?
The solution for boomers who struggle after retirement may be found at local colleges. Enrollment is often free or discounted for older adults. Sign up for a variety of classes and keep an open mind. It is possible that a class will spark curiosity and ignite passion for ... something.
NOTE
At the very least, this solution presents opportunities for Baby Boomers to structure time, participate in a group activity, and expand our knowledge base. Isn't it worth a try?
STAY TUNED
Married Boomers Retire Together Or Separately ...
CONTACT INFORMATION
Email: drwendykyman@gmail.com
Thursday, January 17, 2019
RETIREMENT IS WONDERFUL FOR AGING BABY BOOMERS IF ...
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BLOG #68
RETIREMENT IS WONDERFUL FOR AGING BABY BOOMERS IF ...
Baby Boomers who thrive in post-retirement believe it is never too late to pursue aspirations and achieve meaningful (to us) goals.
Thriving retirees occupy work-free time with causes, interests, and passions. For example, we volunteer for charities, get involved in civic associations, paint gorgeous landscapes, or write steamy novels. Some of us take classes, acquire new skills, and start encore careers.
Alternatively, many retirees fulfill long-standing travel wish lists. Work-free time is spent planning, packing, and then journeying to myriad destinations.
Affluent boomers take luxurious trips, while those with limited funds find budget-friendly places of interest. Road warriors drive far-and-wide in RVs. Adventure seekers explore distant, unfamiliar locations; less adventurous retirees prefer revisiting favorite spots.
NOTE
Cruises are popular among Baby Boomers and attract couples as well as singles. By the way, singles are not the only solo travelers. Quite a few marrieds travel alone because spouses choose to stay home. Bon Voyage!
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Retirement Is Difficult If ...
CONTACT INFORMATION
Email: drwendykyman@gmail.com
BLOG #68
RETIREMENT IS WONDERFUL FOR AGING BABY BOOMERS IF ...
Baby Boomers who thrive in post-retirement believe it is never too late to pursue aspirations and achieve meaningful (to us) goals.
Thriving retirees occupy work-free time with causes, interests, and passions. For example, we volunteer for charities, get involved in civic associations, paint gorgeous landscapes, or write steamy novels. Some of us take classes, acquire new skills, and start encore careers.
Alternatively, many retirees fulfill long-standing travel wish lists. Work-free time is spent planning, packing, and then journeying to myriad destinations.
Affluent boomers take luxurious trips, while those with limited funds find budget-friendly places of interest. Road warriors drive far-and-wide in RVs. Adventure seekers explore distant, unfamiliar locations; less adventurous retirees prefer revisiting favorite spots.
NOTE
Cruises are popular among Baby Boomers and attract couples as well as singles. By the way, singles are not the only solo travelers. Quite a few marrieds travel alone because spouses choose to stay home. Bon Voyage!
STAY TUNED
Retirement Is Difficult If ...
CONTACT INFORMATION
Email: drwendykyman@gmail.com
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