Everyday Moments

The diversity of how I experience time in retirement fills a range of emotions. At times, I embrace the moment and enjoy the silence, particular when I wake up early. At times, I enjoy social moments of connection such as playing soccer, board games, mahjong, or the piano. Elias is back from UCB. On Friday, we had a family dinner and set up Christmas decorations. Caleb, Elias, and I played Wingspan and I enjoyed the background noise of everyday life. But Saturday afternoon, I was a bit stir crazy with the rainy weather -- limited soccer games, limited biking, and an uncomfortable angst. Pearl and her sisters are struggling with care for Mom and Dad. They have differing opinions as to whether to hire in home care or send Dad to a home, as mom can no longer care for him. Each day, I feel I experience both amazing awe and nostalgic dispair. Before retirement, Life was building a career, a family, a path, a legacy. Now in retirement, simply seek to live each moment and experience life -- both the joys and sorrows.