It is not for sissies if you live with a senior either and she is not able to do what she used to. Mom is recovering from back injuries and it is hard for both of us. Plus she is sleepy all the time.

Maturity is a whole new lifestyle. I spend a lot of my time trying to avoid having medical issues. Doing things "for fun" now requires lots of planning. I'll pass up a meal at the Four Seasons to avoid a potential trip to the ER. I have living parents who are 80+, and the coronavirus has me concerned for all of us. I can't begin to express my disgust for how badly run this country is.

@MaryContrary I am sorry that you and your mom are having difficulty with her back trouble and other things. I hope things get better for you soon.

Hey Moxie, I'm new to this group also. I was pretty ok until suddenly my husband retired & we moved to our mountain home. Now I find it hard to plan my new "retired" life. Can't seem to get my **it together. And it's been almost 5 yrs already!

You're exactly right, Moxie! Growing old is tough. Sometimes I just can't believe I finally got old. I enjoyed having good times when I was younger. And now the least little thing makes me tired.

Moxie and Clover, welcome aboard this DS lifeboat. It is sometimes more active than other times. Retirement is a big shift. You lose the routine, the daily interactions, the structure, and for many, their purpose. It is difficult to figure out what to do and when to do it. Maybe looking at some volunteer work or a hobby from the past would be a starting point. Retiring and moving somewhere different is a big challenge. Glad you have both joined us here. Welcoming hugs.