Time flies when you are having fun.
As in being retired.
I have to admit though, this winter tested that “fun” thing.
Four years ago tomorrow, April 1st was my last day at work. I never intended to work again. I was positive that there was enough to do.
There certainly is quite a bit to do around here. Like volunteer. And, learn new things. Like gardening, leading hikes, the environment and so much more.
Robinson Nature Center needs lots of volunteers. So does the Howard County Conservancy, where I hang out. Master gardeners. Master naturalists.
School volunteers. Park volunteers. Greenway clean up teams.
For me, my spring and fall are busy with leading field trips. Spring, summer and fall I have my garden. Usually in the winter there is still a lot to do, but this winter was tough with all the snow and the cold.
All in all, Howard County is a great place to retire, if you want to keep your mind and body active.
Here’s to retirement, the third trimester of my life.
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AnnieRie Unplugged 
Congratulations, Annie Rie! The community is better for your retirement and choices of engagement. April 1st is a big anniversary day for me too with moving to Columbia as a kid, starting my business a couple decades ago, buying my first home and more. Who knows what’s up for tomorrow! Maybe some awesome anniversary I’ll celebrate in future years.