Taking a fungi class at UW
Have you ever had someone make a suggestion that you weren’t quite sure about at the time? Over the last few years working at the college, many of my close friends retired, and more than a few suggested that I should do the same. They talked about how well retirement was working for them and how, in some cases, they were making nearly the same—if not more—income than when they were working. When my wife and I finally decided it might be time, we met with a financial advisor. After reviewing our financial records, they showed us how retirement could actually be advantageous. It became clear that it was time to start “making memories,” as they put it—while we were both healthy and able to do the things we wanted, without waiting too long and risking health issues that can come later in life. So far, those early suggestions from our friends have proven to be absolutely true. The next great suggestion came from my wife, Sara—and this one fit my personality perfectly. Sara has a frien...
