Yep, retirement is still everything I always hoped it would be. I consider it one of the top decisions I ever made, with marrying Hubby #1. Of course, I had a plan and I followed it. 
I got my dream – to write full time. And it has been all I thought it would be. I’ve self-published three books and sold one to Soul Mate Publishing. I’ve got a couple others in various states of completion.
After a year I admit it’s even now a thrill to get up and not have to go anywhere or get “dressed.” I swim for 30 minutes, then head to my office. The working atmosphere is really great, no one to annoy me or interrupt me and I get so much more done.
Hubby will retire on the first anniversary of my retirement and that’s going to add a whole new dimension to things but I think my routine is pretty well set. From 7 a.m. to Noon, stay out of my way – that’s when I hibernate in my office and write.
But other things get to happen now as well – we go visit the Grandkidlet every 6-8 weeks. Just walk out the door and go and not have to worry about getting back at any specific time or day. I continue to clean out the house so I don’t leave my kids what my parents left me (remember that process turned into a novel – Homecoming).
I know I was lucky – very supportive hubby, pension, and so far, health. My mother worked until she was 80 – not that she had to, she wanted to and she did sleep with the boss for 55 years. That isn’t me. I wanted out, wanted time to do something for me and I do appreciate it. Thanks for celebrating this anniversary with me and I hope you continue to drop by! 
To help with the celebration, (and make merry for my birthday) leave me a comment – that enters you into a chance to win a copy of your choice from my ebooks backlist! Book List
AND – Don’t forget to also comment on the April Again blog for the boxes of books I’m giving away to downsize!!
You make it sound just wonderful and I hope to join you in the ranks of the retired soon!
Love to have you!! And it is!
Happy one year anniversary & birthday! You continue to be an inspiration!
Thanks – you know you are too – I’m sitting here looking at Sami’s portrait!
What a blessed life — all the best as you continue to pursue your passions…I’m sure you and the hubby will enjoy your expanded time together! 😉
Happy birthday my fellow Aries!
Thanks! He’s kinda cool to hang around. . .
Happy birthday and Happy Anniversary!!!
I’m so glad you are enjoying your second career, and your status as Grandma. My son just married a great lady, and I went from 0 to 3 grandkids on their wedding day! They don’t live close enough for visiting, but I hope to get that chance soon. Best of everything to you, Donna(h)!!!
Sherrie
P.S. I already have all your ebooks, so you can skip me for the drawing 😉
Thanks!! Going straight to 3 would be cool – hope you get to visit soon. And thanks for having all the books – I hope to keep you busy for some time to come!
WOW! Donna, you truly amaze me!! Even after knowing you since COLLEGE DAYS in the 70’s, you STILL continue to amaze and delight with your delightful way with words, whether written or spoken. Either way, you inspire, and I am so happy for you!!!
Happy BIRTHday today, and Happy EVERY day:)!!
You are a dear!!
Love you “Almost Twin” only a year and a day, right! Has been a long time – which is how we morphed into sisters. Love you!