I have the honor of doing a guest post over at Janis’ blog, Retirementally Challenged. Tuesday for Janis is all about gratitude. And while I have so very much to be grateful for, I decided to talk about our new space that I am loving living in.
This house transition we’ve just competed was about letting go (finally) of the old space where I felt shackled and designing this new space to be comfortable and welcoming. In many ways, I feel like I am finally living the retirement lifestyle I envision.
Janis was the very first blogger I started to follow when I began this blog-o-sphere journey. I didn’t even realize then that there was a whole niche of retirement lifestyle bloggers out in the world! She has continued to inspire me for years now, both as a blogger and in her approach to her retirement lifestyle. So check out some of her other posts as well, including some of her great photography.
Picture Credit: Pixabay
Thanks for the beautifully reflective post. I particularly appreciate the idea of outdoor space — this is what I’ve tried to create in my backyard — and because I am not yet retired but am self-employed and do a great deal of work at home, I find it the perfect way to enjoy sunshine and nature while still bringing in the income we need. Your new space sounds lovely! Enjoy!
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Thanks so much for your comment. I also like outdoor spaces or at least open windows (if it’s too buggy).
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Thanks for the shout out, Pat! I loved having you as a guest host and reading about the spaces you are grateful for. You obviously struck a chord with a lot of readers.
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Hi, Pat – Janis was the first blogger that I followed as well. 🙂 I enjoyed your Guest Post on spaces, especially about ‘messages from the Universe.’ I may have just received my first ‘whisper.’ I wrote more about that in reply to your comment on Leanne’s site. I love this little corner of the blogosphere!
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I agree… I love this little corner of the blogosphere!
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Thanks for the tip about the thai yoga massage. I am definitely finding someone to do this for me.
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Bernadette, It’s very different than a traditional Swedish massage. I love both types. The Thai Yoga one is more energizing for me, but can be quite painful at moments as well. Pat
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Thanks for the heads up!
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