OK. So now I have a lot of time on my hands. I remember complaining, through the years,  that there was to little time and too much to do. But now it is the reverse. I know many people would relish this luxury because they have developed hobbies and habits that they want to pursue. But for me, a person whose whole life was defined by work, retirement is a challenge and that makes me laugh. People do not understand. Are you crazy?  If I could look forward to weekends free and summers off I would be in heaven. Be careful what you wish for!
As with everything in life, each chapter is what I like to call, a happening! My husband and two daughters enjoyed many happenings as they grew up. There were no rules, no designated stops and a hazy, if best, destination. We would pile into the car packed with only necessities and a target destination and drive down any beckoning roadway in pursuit of the perfect memory. And there were many! Now my children are grown and have children of their own and the thought of getting into a car with a nowhere destination is as unappealing as retirement.
Oh, I have not lost my sense of adventure. However, now it will cost more and I will be much more comfortable knowing where I am going to end up. Let the happenings begin!  Laughing, laughing, laughing!